The Beer Flood and How Beer Fueled Intemperance
The piece argues beer tax receipts show a nationwide surge in beer consumption during wartime funding. It cites 1863 revenues of 1,628,934 barrels and claims total US beer use near 1.5 to 1.6 billion gallons for 82 million people, equating to about 360 glasses per person annually. It contends beer not widely drunk by women or children and notes strong temperance trends and prohibitions in many regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Internal Revenue Bureau
United States
Yellow Papers
Maine
Kansas
Way to Life and the Denial of Self
The article outlines Christ’s yoke as disciplined self denial leading to true liberty. It argues personality should develop fully then be given to others like ripe fruit eaten by guests, and stresses sacrifice as the path to life rather than clinging to self. It urges young readers to spend themselves generously and embrace service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Herald
Christ
Jesus
Jesson
Sermon on Life and Giving by Rev. Charles Wagner
The sermon emphasizes turning capacity into capital through giving and selfless acts. It calls readers to reject selfish living, embrace sacrifice, and follow Christ, with notes on motherhood, grandparenting, and prayer shaping moral life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Wagner
Paris
Abstinence and Longevity Highlighted in Life Association Report
The Scepter Life Association, Limited publishes figures showing the health and longevity benefits of total abstinence. Judge Dayton of the federal court in Clarksburg West Virginia sentenced three saloonists last year for illegally selling whisky and warned that whisky traders carry a built in suspicion of dishonesty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Scepter Life Association, Limited
Dayton
Federal Court of
Clarksburg
W. Va
Merchants Report Trade Rise After Patron Closures
A Hunter Oklahoma merchant quoted in the Kremlin Sun says trade rose by ten dollars daily after patrons closed. The note frames a business plan behind the closure and costs shared among merchants. Also mentioned is Manzan Pile Remedy with collapsible nozzle tubes sold by Rhoads drug store for quick relief of piles with a satisfaction guarantee or refund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunter
Okla
Kremlin
Rhoads’ Drug Store
Regular as Tie Sun and Dr. King's Pills Ad
An old time ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as the daily reliable routine next to sunrise. Dreier & Bro. druggists guarantee the product, priced at two cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Dreier & Bro
Abraham Pleading for Sodom The City Doomed By Its Own Corruption
A sermonic summary outlines Abraham’s hospitality to three visitors, the divine decision to destroy Sodom, and Abraham’s persistent intercession for the city. It compares biblical events to modern urbanization and urges three salvation paths: prayer, Christian citizenship, and one righteous man guiding others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sodom
Abraham
Devil
Christ
Jovug
Moses
Aaron
Hur
Amalek
The Limit of Life and Electric Bitters
The article states life limits are far below potential with current science and the crucial 50s decade governs longevity. It promotes Electric Bitters as a tonic to revitalize organs, endorsed by Dreier & Bro., druggists, price 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dreier & Bro
Long-Serving Wiltshire Farm Staff Totals 179 Years
A Wiltshire farm maintains a regular crew of six men and two boys. Their tenures include 46 years 8 months, 44 years 8 months, 32 years 8 months, 26 years 7 months, 14 years 11 months, 4 years 12 months, 5 years 6 months, and 3 years 9 months. Aggregate service amounts to 179 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Wiltshire
Men past sixty in danger from kidney disorders
A newspaper blurb warns that over sixty is a risk group for kidney and bladder issues, including enlarged prostate. It touts Foley's Kidney Cure as an early remedy, citing Rodney Burnett of Rock Port Missouri who at 91 says two bottles improved his condition after years of trouble. Dreier & Bro.
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Abraham
Moses
Samuel
Isaiah
Daniel
Paul
Luther
Washington
Lincoln
Gladstone
Browning
God
Sodom
China
Foley
Rodney Burnett
Rock Port
Dreier
Gate guards deny access to imperial official
The director of the household department was turned away from the gate because he lacked his pass, illustrating the strict security around the emperor and the vigilance of Japanese gatekeepers.
Otsego Journal endorses King’s New Discovery
Wm. M. Dietz editor of the Otsego Journal of Gilbertsville New York lauds Dr King's New Discovery as the best remedy for coughs colds and lung and throat diseases. The product is guaranteed by Dreier & Bro.'s drug store with prices 50 cents and one dollar and a trial bottle free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otsego County
Wm. M. Dietz
Otsego Journal
Gilbertsville
N. Y
Dr. King
Dreier & Bro
Burros Among Burglars Plunder in San Francisco
Police report burglars in San Francisco stole many items from a residence and among the loot were two burros or donkeys. The unusual theft highlights the raid's odd haul and puzzled residents and investigators alike.
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San Francisco
Pineules Non Alcoholic Remedy Sold at Rhoads Drug Store
A historical notice advertises Pineules a resin based non alcoholic medicine for bladder and kidney disease priced at one dollar for thirty days with guaranteed results. It notes a six weeks run of Sinbad the Sailor at Drury Lane theater drawing 250 153 attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhoads’ Drug Store
Drury Lane Theater
Sinbad the Sailor
Pine Salve Carbolized Sold By Rhoads Drug Store
Carbolized pine salve acts as a six poultice antiseptic for eczema chapped hands lips cuts and burns. Sold by Rhoads drug store announcing its availability to customers seeking topical relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhoads’ Drug Store
Pine-Ule Medicine Company
Chicago
Uy S. A
Rhodes Drug Store
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Scotland
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House of Commons
Hebron
Sarah
Gomorrah
Zoar
B. C
A. D
Wilbur F. Crafts
County
Dr, N. R. Wenger
Calhoun Street
Fort Wayne
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