Peruna claims cited by congressman and users alike
The record features endorsements from Congressman D. F. Wilber of Oneonta New York and C F Given of Sussex New Jersey praising Peruna as a cure for catarrhal troubles. It includes testimonials from Julian Weisslitz of Buffalo and notes the Sangerlust society celebrating its fiftieth anniversary in New York City. Readers are invited to write to Dr Hartman for guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. F. Wilber
Oneonta
N. Y
Peruna Medicine Co
Columbus
Ohio
David F. Wilber
Veruna
C. F. Given
Sussex O N. P
Boatin Club
Peruna
C. F
Sangerlust
New York City
Julian Weissletz
Julian Weisslitz
Seneca Street
Buffalo
New York
S. S
Eremt
Wise Brothers Dentists Offer Pain Free Full Dentures
A 68 year old Portland customer praises Wise Brothers for fitting full upper and lower sets, saying she can bite and chew like a child. The ad touts crown and bridge work, no pain, moderate cost, and dentures that fit gums without slipping, urging readers to consult the clinic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise Brothers
Dentists
Portland
Oregon
Wice Brothers
Dr Kline's Great Nerve Restorer Ad Fragment
An OCR fragment advertises Dr Kline's Great Nerve Restorer promising cure for nervous ailments. It lists a $2.00 trial bottle and requests Philadelphia address for orders. Also includes a joke caption about a mother moth and a casual exchange about benefiting others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kline
Krine
Philadelphia
Weary Willie and Teething Remedies Highlight Period Peeves
A faded dialogue laments modern improvements like sleeping in stables with only baled hay for comfort. Judge voices the counterpoint and notes a patent soothing syrup from Mrs Winston as a teething aid for children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie
Mrs. Winston
Canned Remedies and Wifely Wit in 1900 Note
A Philadelphia Press quip contrasts marriage dynamics with a sly dig at household control. An Indiana reader endorses Piso’s Cure for Consumption for coughs and colds, dated February 15, 1900, illustrating early 20th century patent medicine promotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Piso
Jonax F. Boyer
Trinity Springs
Ind
Salt Sheep and Salting Mines Dialogue
A farmer asks a Colorado hired man if he salted sheep. The reply: no, but he has salted mines, signaling a humorous regional exchange from the Ohio State Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Ohio State Journal
Monopole Groceries Highlighted by Wadhams & Kerr Bros
A Portland Oregon advertiser promotes Monopole groceries claiming small price differences yield top quality and satisfaction. They urge readers to write for location and insist against substitutes, praising Monopole spices coffees and baking powder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monopole
Wadhams & Kerr Bros
Portland
Oregon
Judge reports Mr Uptodate delayed by medical breakdown
A 1905 note from Mrs Uptodate to her maid states Mr Uptodate will not be home until 10 PM due to a santos-dumonto bile breakdown, per a marconigram. The judge signs off on the message.
White House Restoration Reveals Jeffersonian Wings
Restoration of the White House uncovers two Jefferson era wings, east and west, with the east colonnaded walk being rebuilt. Work confirms early plans and a bridge to new executive offices, the project described as the most material restoration yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Thomas Jefferson
Andrew Johnson
Executive Mansion
Washington
Abandons Society Rich Man Turns to Slum Dweller
Edward C. Coate once a Buffalo stock speculator and director of major industrial firms forsakes wealth to help Buffalo’s tenement poor. He now lives in the old Wood building on Scott Street, living simply as he dedicates himself to aiding the distressed residents. His mother’s death preceded his full withdrawal from social life and sale of his home. He aims to build homes for the afflicted, though his actions mark a dramatic withdrawal from society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward C. Coate
Buffalo
Old Wood
Scott Street
Edward
Coate
Edward Coate
Wood
Dame Fortune
Man With a ThousandDollar Bill Tests City Daring
A man with a single thousand dollar bill brags he can spend it as freely as ten dollars in New York. After cashing ten such notes for ten thousand, he learns the difficulty of using one large bill while others doubt his claim. He and friends discuss survival if money is limited to that single bill. The tale follows his test of spending power in the metropolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tribune
New York
United States
How Husbands Are Spoiled by Selfish Wives
A Scotsman inspired editorial argues many wives nurture selfish husbands by nagging and not demanding care. It warns that early marriage shapes happiness and urges wives to keep grace and self-respect, while advising husbands to protect health and avoid jealousy.
Innocence and Law in a Young Woman's Life
A reflection on how ignorance of natural laws does not render a young woman more innocent or improve her standing, warning that such ignorance can ruin or spoil her married life. The statement emphasizes responsibility and consequence for personal actions.
Fraudulent beetle specimens dupe collectors worldwide
A report warns that makers of fraudulent beetles assemble damaged parts from multiple bugs using glue and coloring to create obviously fake specimens sold to amateur naturalists at high prices. Experts can sometimes detect the forgeries, but not always, as convincing misassembled insects appear authentic to many buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tee Dupes
Animal Kingdom
Nature
Tropics
Robin Tackles a Hawk Brave Rescue of a Chicken
A kingbird bravely attacks a larger hawk to save a chicken. The robin leaps onto the hawk, drives it away, and the hen returns her chick as the robin sings from the tree. The scene, a springtime common sight, shows small birds defending their fledgling rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chelsea Mille
Orange Juice Cure Allegedly Cures Alcohol Craving
A historical note claims orange juice acts as a cure for alcohol craving by expressing juice into the system. The text mentions the juice’s acid as a remedy for the diseased bodily state causing the craving.
Absent-Minded Confession Between Patron and Milkman
A patron and a milkman debate the coming winter with regret about pasture shortages and cold weather. The exchange reflects simple rural concerns and humor as the judge comments on the situation.
Hard Boiled Eggs and Tragedian Joy at Dinner
A landlady asks how Mr Barnestorme likes eggs and the tragedian replies he prefers them hard boiled. The scene mingles light humor with a note about Hanlin’s Wizard Oil for pain and a boastful corn crop from Subbubs.
Allen Heels and Socks Cure for Sores and Nails
An advertisement purports a cure for swollen feet blisters and callous spots. It promises relief from ingrowing nails and hot feet with a mail order offer from Allen & Olmsted LeRoy. A Washington Star quotation notes a monopolist claiming rapid yearly income growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Allen & Olmsted
LeRoy
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Congressman Wilber
Pe-ru-na Medicine Co
UiVvenl
Yole
Papa Moth
Detroit Free Press
Brown
Jones
New York Press
Gossip
Philadelphia Press
A. D
BR. Marold
Canal St
Cohoes
Brussian
Biggis, Laws, Pace
Yortlasd Seed Co
Portlend
Ore
Comet
Tered
Swift
Robin
Red Hresst
Gray
E. Z. Benomme
Cohoes, N. Y
Ayer
Bottie
Pearest Express
Adiresa
J.C. AY .O
Lowell
Mass
Mitchell
Weber
Investientia Woodstock
Dellar Mitchell
Mitchell Mitchell
Lewis & Staver Oo Polana
Prairie Spocane
John Poole
Obe
Morrison Street
Hamlin
Lonesomeharast
Townley
Washington Star
Crass
Bears
Cenes
Bea
Castoria
TOWER
Towers
A.J. Tower CO
Boston
Bishop Scott Academy
Arthur C. Newill
W. L. Douclas
W. L. Douglas
Mil
L. Douglas
Brockton
DR. C. Gee WO
C. Gee
Chinese Medicine CO
Third St
Lea
Thali
Fursickh
Seria
Ebuck & CO
Chicago
SEARS
WEW
Sattan Hickronn
Atrouset, Washinoton, Lt
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