Woman credits Lydia E. Pinkham remedy for recovery
Mrs. A. Gregory of Denver Colorado says after years of female troubles and an operation Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound restored her health. The letter promotes the product noting backache bearing down pains and periodic suffering and invites sick women to write for advice from Mrs. Pinkham of Lynn Massachusetts.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
A. Gregory
Lawrence St
Denver
Col
Mrs. Pinkham
Sailor Defends Self in Evans Era Chest Food Incident
An old navy tale from Admiral Evans era aboard the Indiana recounts a sailor charged with stealing food from a mess chest. The accused argues no food was taken, claiming a cockroach emerged from the chest crying, describing a humorous defense that captivated readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiral Evans
Indiana
Evans
Harper’s Weekly
Hanging Scaffolds in Modern Skyscraper Construction
Article explains suspended platforms high above street level used by bricklayers as scaffolding ascends with the building. It notes this method replaces below-ground scaffolding due to extreme heights and describes how work progresses upward.
Fencing as a Superior Exercise For Women
The article argues fencing builds mental and physical alertness and full-body strength. It notes cost and access barriers but says amateur practice at home suffices until a teacher is available. It describes posture, footwork, and muscle engagement, claiming fencing shapes the waist and improves wrist and arm development.
Mrs. John Kirk Endorses Dean's Kidney Pills Health Claim
Mrs. John Kirk of Detroit Michigan recounts severe kidney troubles five years ago including back pain dizziness and dropsy. After using Dean's Kidney Pills she reports relief and weight gain to 163 pounds. Sold by all dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Kirk
Detroit
Mich
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
How He Got Rid of Rats on the Farm
A farmer describes clearing rats by placing treacle and lye on old shingles under stables and cribs. The next morning about 40 rats died and the rest fled the premises, claimed to have cleared many farms with this method.
Smart Jacket in Plum Silk Lined with Velvet Trim
A fashion description for a plum colored jacket matching a skirt in fine cloth. The garment features a silk lining, velvet trim on the turn-over collar and cuffs, velvet-covered buttons, and a center back slope.材料 required: two and three quarters yards 48 inches wide, six eighths yard silk lining, three eighths yard velvet.
Spring hats feature horsehair and linen fabrics
Fashion notes describe new spring headwear using horsehair and plentiful linen. Stakes shift with straw varieties like chip, signaling a varied seasonal style.
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Chip
Light absorption by colors according to a 1910 note
A Success article states deep greens absorb about 85 percent of light while dark browns 70 percent, light greens 50 percent, oranges 30 percent, light blues 25 percent, soft tints 20 percent, and pure white 15 percent.
Embroidered Petticoats Set Fashion Spring Tone
An article notes the rise of embroidered petticoats in cottons and linens this spring. It highlights matching embroidery with outfits, stripes and plaids, ideas for fast color materials, and practical sewing tips for durable, dainty skirts and veiled sailor ensembles.
Striped Baby and Children Socks Fashion Note
The piece describes dainty striped white socks for babies and young children in pink blue red and brown, paired with low white tan or black shoes. It notes plaid play socks and urges frequent changes with at least two pairs daily for fresh, dainty appearance.
Simple tailored blouses suit spring suits in plain lines
Blouses to wear with spring tailored suits rely on precise cut and smart stock or cravat. Many are made from sheer handkerchief linen and batiste with minimal trimming, often only fine hand-run tucks as decoration.
Misquoted Thought on Happiness and Marriage
A reflective aphorism by Jean Paul Richter contrasts bachelorhood with marriage, noting the bachelor lacks frank correction while the husband gains the ability to hear honest faults from a partner.
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Jean Paul Richter
New Luncheon Doilies Match Plate Border Design
A new table service idea proposes luncheon doilies that echo plate borders so they can be buttonhole stitched. It suggests selecting china with simple decoration to avoid complexity.
Paint bids and lead safety guidance from National Lead Co
The owner should choose paint materials and not rely on bidders who skim on quality. The article urges securing bids based on National Lead Company's pure White Lead and Linseed Oil, warns against adulterated lead, and offers a blowpipe testing outfit to verify materials. It encourages contacting National Lead Company in New York City for details.
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National Lead
National Lead Company
Woodbridge Building
New York City
Woman Keeps Faith With Telegram Birth Note
A religious young woman sends a telegram reading Isaiah 9 6 to announce her firstborn. The friend misreads it as a name Isaiah and weighs the baby nine pounds six ounces, reflecting literal reading vs. scriptural meaning in a Women’s Home Companion vignette.
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Isaiah
Margaret
Genuine Goods vs Counterfeit Warning in Advertisements
A persuasive note urges readers to trust officially produced money and genuine goods. It argues counterfeit goods lack advertisement and scrutiny, while legitimate products come with reputations and verifiable quality through ads in the paper.
Force of Habit and a Dinnerware Lace Aspiration
A waiter quips about a lady’s millinery at a steak house as a cashier probes luxury fashion. The piece then touts a patent starch called Defiance Starch, claiming modern improvements remove harmful chemicals and enhance strength and smoothness.
Witty Exchange Over Wedding Gifts
Mrs. Baker laments monetary cost and poor treatment from her husband while Mrs. Barker notes she received many wedding presents. The dialogue highlights financial strain and social expectations surrounding marriage.
Allen’s Foot Ease Advertisement Fifty Words
In a pinch use Allen's Foot-Ease powder to cure painful feet and ingrowing nails. The comfort discovery of the age makes shoes easy and treats sweating feet. Sold by all druggists for 25 cents with trial package free. A B Olmsted Le Roy N Y.
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Allen
Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
A Kansas Girl Advised On Work And Dignity
A Lincoln county girl writes to the Kansas City Star urging girls to work, save money, and avoid loafing boys. She claims to save more yearly than nearby young men, urges supporting industrious partners, and warning against risky behavior. Separately in Exeter England workmen unearth a cavity of live bees while cutting Bath stone, reviving after air is admitted.
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Lincoln County
Kansas City
Exeter
England
Messrs. Collard & Sons
What is Peruna a tonic and catarrh remedy
Peruna is both a tonic and a catarrh remedy. It relies on HYDRASTIS CANADENSIS with CUBEBS COPAIBA and tonics like COLLIB SONIA CANADENSIS CORYDALIS FORMOSA and CEDROW SEED to treat catarrh. The company claims widespread testimonials and practical proof. Manufactured by Peruna Drug Manufacturing Company Columbus Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peruna
Peruna Drug Manufacturing Company
Columbus
Ohio
Beware Mercury Ointments and Catarrh Cures Adverts
A collage of 19th century ads warns against mercury in catarrh treatments and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo. It also touts patent remedies for teething, laxatives, and stomach aids, and includes assorted witticisms and product pitches for starch, eye salve, and digestive tablets from Garfield and Pettine.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Bio
Ly F
Cheney & Co
Druggieta
Price
Per Butte
Trusted Health Product Endorsed Worldwide
One of the essentials for happy homes is accurate information on health and quality products. The text promotes Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a proven wholesome family laxative, manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co. and sold by leading druggists.
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California Fig Syrup Co
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New
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de Kalb Ave
Brooklyn
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Garfield Tea Co
Puck
Howard L Bros
Buffalo
Philadelphia Ledger
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Nicholas Av
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Sneseennraae
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Wong “Sr
Defiance
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W. L. de Oy
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