Pastor Saves with Peruna Touched by Emperor Gift
Rev. H Stubenvoll of Elkhorn Wisconsin pastor of St Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church holds two bibles once owned by Emperor William of Germany. He writes to Peruna Medicine Co Columbus Ohio praising Peruna as curing his lung hemorrhages and restoring health. He claims Peruna saved many from catarrh and invites others to write for free medical advice.
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H. Stubenvoll
Elkhorn
Wis
St. John’s Church
Stubenvoll
William
Germany
Peruna Medicine Co
Colubmous
Ohio
Peruna
Hartman
Dr. Hartman
Hartman Sanitarium
Columbus
Variant Estimates and the Masterpiece Debate
The author explains that differing opinions mark the creation of a great work. The postmaster deemed it first class, while the editor argued it was not, illustrating the tension between production and classification in publishing.
Jack and Edith share wedding near miss of superstition
Jack congratulates Mabel on accepting him while Edith questions superstition. Edith notes this is the thirteenth acceptance this season, prompting disbelief about luck.
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Jack
Mabel
Edith
The Stuart Carnation and Bedclothes Notes
The Stuart Carnation describes the bright red flower as the emblem of the royal house. Short of bedclothes notes reveal that some smaller Russian hotels require guests to provide their own bedding.
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Royal House of Stuart
Four Language Warning At German Steamer Helm
A passenger steamer on the Elbe displays a multilingual warning at the helm advising mariners to avoid talking to the wheelman. The English version reads Try conversation not with the helm marine gentleman, reflecting a strict courtesy rule aboard.
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Elbe
Platinum in Meteorites Surfaces in Rochester Find
A Rochester, New York resident, John M. Davidson, found platinum in two meteorites, showing the metal exists beyond Earth. The record largest nugget remains preserved in Dresden museum, with platinum rarely appearing in nuggets, though occasionally a lump the size of a tumbler has been found.
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Dresden
John M. Davidson
Rochester
N. Y
Parisian Schoolrooms of 500 Years Past Had Straw Seats
In old times students sat on bundles of straw brought by themselves while teachers used stools. The scene depicts a lack of proper benches in schools of medieval Paris, highlighting humble classroom conditions and self-provisioned seating.
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Geto. W. Bowles, Baird, Moe
The World Awakens to a Global Brotherhood and Peace
Denver News notes a rising cosmopolitan spirit and unity across nations. It argues that arbitration replaces war, globalization strengthens trade and travel, and humanity advances toward political and economic liberty amidst ongoing reforms and challenges.
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China
England
India
Babylon
Western
Asia
Persia
Alexander
Macedon
Rome
Palestine
Denver News
Gardens in the Kitchen Growing Herbs Window Boxes
The piece extols growing herbs in kitchen window boxes and fire escapes, noting dill mint fennel and other perennials. It gives practical tips on container size sun exposure planting depth and watering with liquid manure or soap suds. It ends with a quip about onions and a playful nod to the onion’s praise in cuisine.
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Saya
Washington Star
The Onion Divides Opinion Among Vegetables
A witty remark on onions as a strenuous vegetable provoking strong feelings. Some yearn for it with passion while others repudiate it, and those with any dealings with onions feel strongly about them.
Bertha Neb Anti Profanity League Formed
A unique Bertha Nebraska group restricts membership to young women and aims to curb swearing among youths. Twenty six women have joined, led by Florence Kessler with Birdie Carbon as secretary. The group discussed boycotting swearing men but rejected the measure.
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Bertha
Neb
Florence Kessler
Birdie Carbon
Lydia Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Endorsed by Mrs. Pinkham’s Ad
A Detroit reader Miss Giula Gannon testifies that Lydia E Green Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound cured her months of general weakness and misery. She notes six weeks to full improvement and urges other women to seek the remedy. The letter appears in advertising copy promoting Pinkham’s product.
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Lydia FE
Pinkham
GuiLa Gannon
Jones St
Detroit
Mich
Amateur Art Association
Gsoop
Lydia Finkham
Miss Gannon
Mrs. Pinkham
Dense crowd load for floor design standards
A densely packed crowd produces a uniform floor load of about 80 to 100 pounds per square foot, representing the greatest uniform distributed load a floor must be proportioned to support.
Four Mountains in Lower California Hold Alum and Sulfur
Four distinct peaks in Lower California contain pure alum and sulfur, two alum rich and two mixed. Estimates claim 100,000,000 tons of pure alum and 1,000,000 tons of sulfur across the four peaks. Two brothers attend the same school, one returns after a fortnight with a sprained arm, claiming the other is held back.
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Lower
California
Thomas
Jean
Tommy
Aland
Watch and Chain
Notable Exchange in New York Weekly Cartoon
Dialogue from a New York Weekly strip features Mrs Tower and Mr Tower with Gusty and Mrs Highup debating affection and character as a satirical look at power. A side remark mentions Emperor William’s milk sold in Berlin from wagons imprinted with his name, a nod to royal prestige and publicity.
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Highup
William
Potedam
Berlin
Wayupp
New York Weekly
When Does the Season Open in Adirondacks Remark
Clarence Minnesheimer of the stock exchange laments the season opening as an outing in the Adirondacks. Dick Halsted expresses concern about rusty game laws and asks Clarry when the game season begins, reflecting a light exchange on outdoor sport timing.
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Clarence Minnesheimer
The
Stock Exchange
Adirondacks
Dick Halsted
Clarry
Weddle and cigar remark sparks unsure reply
In a brief New York Times exchange, a question about a man who gave a cigar prompts Mrs Weddle and a reply from Weddle that he has not smoked it yet.
Winter corn on the cob ships from Maine in Monopole brand
Wholesale grocers Wadhame and Kerr Bros. of Portland offer six to seven ears of corn in a gallon can from Maine. The unusual winter delicacy costs more than their standard Monopole canned corn, yet many buyers pay the premium.
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Wadhame & Kerr Bros
Portland
Maine
Might Regret It Mistress-Poor Line From Punch
A brief quoted exchange features a mistress confessing worry about a sick dog or creature and considering euthanasia. Bridget refuses, arguing she might recover and that killing her would cause regret. The fragment reflects Punch magazine's sharp tone and moral tension.
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Bridget
Chopping Him Off The Heiress And The Count Duel
A terse stage quip where The Count defends ground with passion while The Heiress coldly asserts she will ride. Puck is referenced as part of the dialogue in a moment of theatrical tension.
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Puck
Tramp Complains of Meals and Beer to Detroit Free Press
A Detroit Free Press anecdote quotes a tramp saying he had three dinners and ten beers last week, reflecting on better days and a rough life. The exchange captures street-level hardship with terse humor.
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Detroit
Free Presa
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Cure in All Stages
Readers learn Hall's Catarrh Cure is presented as the only positive remedy for catarrh a constitutional disease. It claims to cure by internal use affecting blood and mucous surfaces, offers a $100 reward if it fails, and promotes testimonials from users.
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Valdosta
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta
MES. C. H. Eing
Hall
F.J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Dru Tha
Fall
Flat living prompts penmanship shift in schools
A student explains adopting a vertical writing method after moving to a flat, while a mother recommends Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children as a trusted remedy.
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Mrs. Winslow
Congressman Faces Dim Election Prompting Cigar Joke
In a wary mood after an election, a state legislator reflects on a smaller than expected majority. His constituents praise him while noting a pun on his namesake cigars selling two for five cents. The Chicago Tribune includes an advertising blurb for Piso's Cure.
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Henry
Jess
Congress
Chicago Tribune
Fried Shoes Sign Mixes Name and Comma Error
A New York Times item notes a shop window on the East Side displaying the phrase Fried Shoes. The merchant’s name is Fried, but a comma after the name was omitted, creating a humorous sign interpretation.
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New York Times
Eminent expert quotes fee for risky operation
The eminent expert says his fee for a dangerous surgical operation will be 5000 dollars. The prospective patient reacts with astonishment, noting that four centuries ago executioners charged far less.
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Baltimore
Ascum Hardened Case in He Tufnut De Worst Ever
In a sharp, streetwise exchange, Ascum notes a hardened case while Tufnut laments the incident as the worst. The banter attributes hair loss to time spent in prison vans, with a wry Philadelphia Press framing.
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Philadelphia Press
Wicked man to reform by marriage joke found
A quip from the New York Journal features a niece seeking a wicked husband to reform him, prompting a humorous exchange about life goals and serious purpose.
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New York Journal
Footlight Scene Features Realistic Lighthouse Effect
Yonkers theater review notes a lighthouse prop appearing real during last night's performance. Sue Brette confirms the effect, praising the realism of the scene.
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Sue Brette
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Onion
Kpssler
Sage
Wall Street
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Mr. Sage
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ST. Jacobs
Him
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Mr. Tower
Slim
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Kline
de RH Koos, Ltd
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Philadelphia
Advance of Science
Carter
J. A. Gruenenfelder
Grantfork, Il
Ayer
J.C, Ayer CO
Lowell
Mass
John Poole
Obe
Morrison Street
Uncle Sam
San Tisncisco
TOWER
A.J. Tower CO
Boston
Candy Ochien
Aeeietired
Hemedy Compens
Kiengo
Mowireal
New York
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Waser
Ferry
Mr. Ferry
Mick
Dréggiais
Mall
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Pacific Coast Biscuit Co
Portland, Ore
Cary
Carters
Het Monopole Gonde
Wadnams
Packers
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Dovier
C. Gee WO Ghiwese Medicine CO
Third St
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Plesee
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