Ready for the Lord's second coming in Christian Endeavor
The sermon by Rev. M. Doyle urges constant readiness for Christ's return, citing Luke and Acts, with Jesus and the apostles stressing vigilance. It notes the unpredictability of the hour, compares the virgins’ fates, and lists biblical references to support the theme of preparedness for heaven.
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Rev.m. Doyle
Jesus Christ
Luke Christ
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Baer Resigns to Join Presbyterian Home Missions
Secretary Baer resigns from Christian Endeavor to become assistant secretary of the Presbyterian board of home missions starting Oct 1. He cites belief in Endeavor’s growing power and a wish to bring fresh ideas to home missions, aiming to win America for Christ.
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Christian Endeavor
America
Treating a Rogue and the Power of Trust
Excerpted reflections on how trust and belief in a person’s better nature can inspire reform in rogues and youths. It argues that confidence in Liu and assigning responsible tasks activates potential good, while misjudging others can push them down. A Sunday School tone frames fellowship with God as its own end and source of blessing.
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Liu
Sunday School Times
God
Rev
A. T.pierson
Feast is God and living day by day guidance
A reflective aphorism notes that feasting is divine and human foresight is limited. Seeing through one pane of glass is easy, through ten becomes impossible, yet each pane remains transparent. By living day by day people manage well and clarity emerges from patience.
Mutual Benefit Column Motto and Purpose
The column, titled Mutual Benefit, proclaims it aims to be helpful and hopeful for the common good. It functions as a public service channel for information and interchanges, relying on signed communications and offering subject matter judgment by the editor.
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Alma
oRgeston
Old Home Barn Poem and Farm Column Letters
A fragmentary newspaper page features the poem The Old Home Barn by E. H. Elwell and a long M. column with letters to Aunt Maria from rural readers. It reflects reminiscence of farm life, community notes, and requests for gardening advice and recipes, with personal greetings and thanks toward family and neighbors.
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M. B
H. Elwell
Portland Transcript
Maria
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Marla
Madge
M. B.C
Tam
Nell
Acts Immediately Cough Cure Promises Quick Relief
An advertisement extols a product named One Minute Cough Cure as a safe, fast acting remedy for coughs colds croup and lung troubles claiming immediate action and absolute safety.
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Credited By Chicago Woman
A Chicago woman reports three doctors failed to help her female troubles for years before using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She used five bottles and was cured, praising the remedy and noting friends’ favorable experiences. Mrs Pinkham offers free medical advice and Lynn Mass address.
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Mabelle L. LaMonte
Lydia E. Pinkham
Dean
Manelle L. Lamont
Mamelur L. LaMont
Chicago
Miss LaMonte
Maine Good Enough. Boothby Urges New England Stay Home
Port land mayor F K Boothby argues the best opportunities for young people are in New England, especially Maine. He cites railroads, farming, pulp and paper, mills, electricity, and growing education as paths to success, urging hard work and local development over emigration.
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F. K. Boothby
Portland
New England
Maine
United States
Bangor & Aroostook
Kentucky
Ste Nuruters
Liat
Placebo Precautions and Placebo Pills Advised
A New York Press piece relays old doctor guidance on using placebos to treat imaginary illnesses. It recommends disguising medicines, shaping quinine into odd colored pills, and presenting dosage as a solemn, limited teaspoonful to preserve patient trust and effectiveness.
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Bey Derfal
New York Press
Gardening Tips From An Old Almanac Section
Flower and tree notes honor Salpighorsis and birch as northern hardy varieties. Siberian larch follows, and sunflowers transplant well in rain or cool evenings. Maintain a small green lawn center to frame blooms. mignonette’s unobtrusive scent suits large beds. A note on rose planting urges earlier is better when frost ends, never late.
Moloch horridus the spiny Australian lizard
A Westminster Gazette note describes the Moloch horridus, an Australian lizard famed for dense spines that cover its body. It is vegetarian and oddly absorbs and dries water, attracting it like blotting paper in a shallow dish.
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Molech
Westminster Gazette
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Ad Cautions Readers
Vacation days bring children outdoors and exposure to accidents. The ad touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a quick pain stopper for cuts, burns, and skin ailments, warning of counterfeit products and urging trust in The American brand.
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DeWitt
WC column outlines county planning and future county events
A live column draft discusses monthly meetings and plans across the county. It notes women forming groups, upcoming efforts by WC, and the need for concise themes and clear communication approved by leadership.
Willard W.T.A. Holds Annual Meeting In Southwest Harbor
The Willard W.T.A. met at the library reading room on Friday afternoon August 29 with good attendance from its 35 members. Guests included Mrs. A. Hornor of Somerville and Mrs. Ella B. Mason of West Newton who spoke on temperance efforts and the No-Heenre victory against liquor sellers. Officers saw a minor change as A. M. Lawton declined renomination. Mrs. A. C. Norwood was elected secretary with Ken Clark as vice-president and Fra. Maxam as recording secretary. Delegates to the State Johnsons convention were Mrs. Norwood and Mrs. Berta Robbins, with plans for a national convention in October.
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Southwest
Harnor
Willard
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Brary Reading Room
Mr. A. Harnor
Somerville
Ella EB. Mason
West Newton
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Imre
A. C. Norwood
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Clark
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Jontes Convent
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Cheer Up The World Is Growing Better
Poemish verse praising improving times with hopeful lines about roses and happiness. The speaker, in a Halsimore Amer style, urges cheer and belief that the world grows sweeter and more pleasant, despite challenges, promising more joys and fewer wrongs.
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Chen
Halsimere Amer
Stops the Cough and Works off the Cold Laxative Price
An early 20th century medicine advertisement touts Brome Quinine Tablets as a cure for coughing and cold symptoms. It promises quick relief with a noted price offer and emphasizes value and care for customers.
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