One of the Citys Own Goes to the South Africa War
Joe Redbolt, formerly mistreated by his rival Dewhurst, joins the City of London Imperial Volunteers to serve at the front. After a brutal dismissal, he redeems himself by enlisting and is farewell amid cheers. He reunites with the woman who spurned him, now ready to wait for his return.
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Joe Redbolt
Mr. Dewhurst
Mr. Dew
Redbolt
Dewhursts
Dewhurst
Eve
Whiich
Dew
Hurst
Doe Redbolt
Fred Dewhurst
Joe
Jim
Tree
City of London
Imperial Volunteer Corps
St. Paul's
Bunhill Row
Nine Elms
Southampton
Phere
Old London
Heaven
Ange
Jow Lind
Prize Won At Whist Tournament Catches Attention
Mrs Gray and Mrs Green discuss a scandal and theft implications while Mrs Green boasts winning first prize at a whist tourney, claiming a silver cup. The Boston Transcript notes the exchange as a social anecdote reflecting attitudes toward winnings and envy.
Humor in Chicago Newsboy Sells Out Amid War Frenzy
A Chicago Tribune account shows a newsboy switch cries from British victory to Boer war slaughter after a quick consultation with a peer. Within 15 minutes all papers were sold as crowds crowd around the new yell. The boy suggests public sentiment leans Dutch victory.
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The
Chicago Tribune
State Street
Chicago
Do you remember the first kiss under this tree
A humorous line recalls a kiss under a tree with a playful exchange about who initiated it. Humorous German caption adds light tone to the moment. The quote centers on Arthur and a remembrance entwined with a cheeky rebuke.
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Arthur
Pro young visitor questioned by Tess and Jess
Tess notes a young man visiting, asking if he is a professional. Jess denies, saying he is too young and possibly just an amateur. Tess insists on knowing his profession, while Jess hints she might be his subject. Philadelphia Press.
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Tess
Jess
Philadelphia Press
Dont Worry Club Story Recalled By Husbands
A fragmentary exchange quotes Willets and another man discussing a so called dont worry club and a life saved. The speaker notes his wife told his wife about the claim, while denying personal belief in the club.
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Gilson
Willets
New York Press
The Modern Boy and Athletic Girls Snippet
A fragment from a Cleveland Phun Dewler verse features a boy at a party who is teased by girls asking for a kiss game. He shouts to deter them, prompting Mrs. Brindle to intervene and stop the incident.
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Mia
Poetic Self-References in a Chicago Post Quotation
The Chicago Post quotes a speaker claiming to be a poetess and noting her sister as an editress and reporteress. The remark mentions another sister described as a merchantess, highlighting self reflexive gendered endings in early press language.
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Se’ Vt
Chicago Post
Not the Only One Byles on Bulger’s Atheism Debate
In Brooklyn Life the discussion centers on Bulger reputed as conceited and an atheist. Bonter acknowledges such charges, noting Bulger’s alleged denial of any superior being. The exchange underscores local views on Bulger’s beliefs and character.
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Byles
Bulger
Brooklyn
Mysteries of Life quoted in Chicago Record snippet
A fragmented quotation from the Chicago Record remarks on life and recreation with exchanges between Tibbs and Jibbs about sufficiency of work and recreation, reflecting light, leisurely commentary in a newspaper excerpt.
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Tibbs
Jibbs
Chicago
The Only Difference Between Your Chowders
A brief, humorous line notes a clash of chowder styles as a Chicago Tribune quip contrasts Back Bay clam chowder with chowder from Walter. The remark plays on regional tastes and literary wordplay in a newspaper snippet.
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Walter
Back Bay
Sin
Chicago ‘Tribune
Johnson Johnstone and Jackson social entry question
An Indianapolis Journal snippet shows a dialogue about entering society. Daekson answers that he would attend to clothes and be invited if he felt so, reflecting social etiquette chatter.
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Johnsone
Daekson
Tdiot- Indianapolis Journal
Doctor Finds Tim Not Getting At Specific Ailment
Merrott Journal records a quirky exchange where a doctor muses on Tim’s health, noting the bacillus of old age is prevalent this spring. The fragment hints at aging as a general factor in illness.
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Merrott Journal
Chicago Recent Quoter Describes Stride and Nadger
A terse verse line notes self boasting about taking something straight and the speaker’s gait grew undulating in later steps of walking, hinting at a wry self-satire of confidence and movement in Chicago’s past.
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Chicago
Riley's Rise to Fame Through a Poe Alibi
A Indiana sign painter James Whitcomb Riley sought recognition through a Poe pastiche. He published "Leonainie" as "Edgar Allan Poe" in 1877, prompting national attention amid criticism. The hoax boosted Riley's fame, proving reputation can drive literary success.
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James Whitcomb Riley
Indiana
St. Trouis Globe-Democrat
Riley
Edgar Allan Poe
Poe
Leonainie
Teonnine
Kokomo Dispatch
Aingworth
Anderson
Tee
Ixokomoa Tribune
Tle
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Praised by Michigan Resident
E Hartgerink of Overisel Michigan reports rapid relief from indigestion using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. The product is described as pleasant to take and a reliable remedy that digests what you eat, with H J Moogk endorsing its efficacy.
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E. Hartgerink
Overisel
Mich
H.J. Moogk
Canada’s hereditary and nonhereditary titled ranks rise
The nation now has 13 hereditary titles including seven peerages and six baronetcies. Nonhereditary knightly titles reach 32, reflecting a growing honors list in Canada.
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Knights Canada
Noted Healer and Medical Claims in Town
Noted healer Banner Salve advertised as the greatest healer of modern times for cuts wounds sores piles and all skin diseases credited to Guar meee H J Moogh W F Jungkunz Co The Borodino battle of September 7 1812 described as the bloodiest of the century with about 80000 men hors de combat.
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H. J. Moogh
W.F. Jungkunz
Borodino
Napoleon
LaGrippe Cure Promises Strength From Foley's Honey and Tar
An ad notes the grippe cough and general weakness with Foley's Honey and Tar claimed to cure the grippe cough and restore health. It mentions J Moogh, W F Jungkunz & Co. and cites that eighty percent of Paraguayan cattle are used to make tasajo for export to Brazil Cuba and Porto Rico.
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Foley
J. Moogh
W. F. Jungkunz
Uruguay
Brazil
Cuba
Porto Rico
Foley's Kidney Cure Praised by North Carolina Man
Thos. W. Carter of Ashboro, North Carolina, claims a single bottle of Foley's Kidney Cure cured his kidney troubles completely. He warns to accept no substitute and endorses the remedy against all others. H. J. Moogk, W. BF, Jungkuaz & Co.
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Thos. W. Carter
Ashboro
N. C
Foley
H. J. Moogk
W. BF
Jungkuaz & Co
Philadelphia Sees Need for Underground Tunnel
Citizens of Philadelphia anticipate a future where an underground tunnel relieves congestion from rising passenger traffic, believing such a solution will be needed in the not distant future.
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Philadelphia
Cough Cure Praised By Newark Man For Pneumonia
Wm Orr of Newark Ohio says one night cough cure saved his boy's life during pneumonia. He calls it the best medicine, cures coughs and lung diseases, pleasant and harmless with immediate results. Also notes Quebec barbers must be healthy and pass disinfection exams.
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Wm. Orr
Newark
H. J. Moogh
Province of
Quebec
Harriet Evans
Hinsdale, Il
Backache and Kidney Cure Help Morgantown Man Sufferer
A. R. Bass of Morgantown Indiana endured nightly awakenings from severe backache and kidney pains. He reports being cured by Foley's Kidney Cure under the guarantee of H. J. Moogh and Wm. F. Jungkunz Co. The article also notes potatoes' diminished role in Ireland’s diet due to cheap foreign flour.
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A. R. Bass
Morgantown
Ind
Foley
H. J. Moogh
Wm. F. Jungkunz
Ireland
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promoted as Piles Cure
An advertisement touts DeWitt s Witch Hazel Salve as the original remedy for piles and skin diseases. It warns that counterfeit products are dangerous and urges customers to request the genuine salve from H. J. Moogk.
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DeWitt
H. J. Moogk
Allen's Foot Base promises cool relief for tired feet
An advertisement touts Allen's Foot Base powder to shake into shoes, claiming to ease swollen hot feet, numbness, sweating, blisters, and bunions. It promises rest and comfort with a trial offer and lists 26 cents price, medical claims, and supplier details.
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Allen
Allen S, Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
DeWitts Little Early Risers Endorsements Across Readers
A series of reader quotes praise DeWitts Little Early Risers for relieving constipation and liver troubles. Other notes mention Great Britain’s public expenditure rise and Haiti’s uncultivated lands with crops like sugar tobacco and oranges. Quotes from M B Smith Hinsdale Harriet Evans Goshen and Lewis Ackerman appear alongside generic health claims.
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Lewis Ackerman
Goshen
Ind
DeWitt
H. J. Moogk
Royal Palmistry Firm Sets Ten Day Site at 89 Stephenson St
The Royal Palmistry company locates at 89 Stephenson Street for ten days offering readings of past present and future for twenty cents. Satisfaction guaranteed. Reception hours 10 to 12 a m and 2 to 6 and 7 to 9 p m.
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Royal Palmistry Company
Stephenson St
Winter in the South Gulf Coast Getaways
The Gulf coast between Mobile and New Orleans, along the Louisville and Nashville line, offers mild climate, pure air, and hunting and fishing. Through cars from northern cities reach Florida via this line. First class accommodations at moderate prices. Write J. K. Ridge ly, N W.P.A., Chicago.
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Gulf Coast
Louisville & Nashville Railroad
Mobile
New Orleans
Florida
J. K. Ridgely
W.P.A
Chicago
Midland Route Tourist Car resumes Chicago to San Francisco service
The C. M. & St. P. Ry resumes the Midland Route Tourist Car service with a set itinerary from Chicago to San Francisco including stops in Omaha Colorado Springs Salt Lake City and arrival in San Francisco next Wednesday. An optional Salt Lake City day allows sightseeing in the vicinity. Eastbound service runs from San Francisco Saturdays reaching Chicago the following Wednesday. G. H. Hearrorp GP&T A. 925d&wtd
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C. M
St. P. Ry
Midland
Chicago
San Francisco
St. P
Omaha
Colorado Springs
Chisago
Cheap Rates South Offers Homeseekers Across Southern States
On the first and third Tuesdays of each month through October the Southern Railway sells cheap one way and round trip tickets to most points in Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Florida. Homeseekers pay one fare plus $2.00 for the round trip, tickets valid twenty one days from sale. Also advertised are opportunities for prospectors and settlers in the Southeastern territory with tailored ticket rates. For illustrated matter and details, contact Wwen Tarcog A G P Louisville or Jn N W P A Chicago.
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Southern Railway
Tennessee
Mississippi
Alabama
Georgia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Virginia
Florida
Southeastern
United States
Wwen
Louisville
J. C. Beam
N. W
Freight train schedule fragment with passenger notice
A partial timetable from a Chicago to Freaport line lists train numbers and arrival times for passenger services and freight only notes. The schedule shows No 147 at 7 03, No 149 at 10 10, No 151 at 4 45, No 155 at 11 40, No 161 at 6 45, and No 187 at 8 60 pm with freight designation. Freight trains do not carry passengers and a carrier identified as E B Daley appears as agent. Daily and Sunday patterns are noted for some services.
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Omaha
Eaves
Chicago
O. m
Fraaport
Omahna Expres
Freeport
Etter
Dodge i Lyce Express
Dubuquee
Tee Pean
Chiccago
Dubuey
Eaves Chieng
Freaportiaseuus Esse Wean
Eaves Freaport
Veeheee Osthom
Dubuquey
Taeee
Ds Bloomington
Dub Uno Passonger
Syesen
Sereecen
A. m
Chicago Express
Freoporteaessens Rr
Freoportus Secesses Seeesens
Chicagou
Dubuque
Dubuqua
Heo
Iseevea
Oeeterae
Zeaves Freeport
D. m
Udnquo
Freeportic
Ockford
Freeort
Galena
Madison Line
Treeport
Freepor
Anday
Atreeserce Gibu Py
Centralia Express
Centralia
St. Louis
Decatur
Freaport
tNo
Une
Aede
Rail Schedules East and West Trains From Milwaukee
Milestone timetable lists eastbound trains No 6 No 36 No 64 No 94 with arrivals and connections to Chicago Racine Rockford Madison and Milwaukee. Westbound No 53 No 5 No 58 provide through coaches to Cedar Rapids Kansas City Omaha and Council Bluffs with Milwaukee departures and baggage handling details. J B Sweatt Agent.
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Chicago
Clinton
Dubuque
St. Paul
Milwaukee
Cedar Rapids
Kansas City
Omaha
Council Bluffs
Rock Island
Shtonah
Deatinatior
J.B. Sweatt
Great Western By Chicago Route Timetable
Chicago Great Western by route to Chicago and other cities lists daily train numbers and times from South Freeport with express and limited services. Includes ticket office location Brewster House stage connections and baggage handling through to destination. Agents A G Fitz and F H Lord noted.
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Chicago Great Western
Chicago
Dubuque
Minneepulls
St. Paul
Des Moines
St. Joseph
Kansas City
South Freeport
Baat
Chicago Express
C. Limited
Brewster House
Brewater House
A. G. Fitz
Tkt
Pago
F. H. Lord
Gen. Paas
Choice city lots and properties for sale
For sale offer on residence and business property with a long list of desirable building lots across the city. Call at 209 Float street or City drug store. Money to loan at 5 percent on first mortgages. 2-8d tf Peter Metzaar.
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Float Street
City Drug Store
Peter Metzaar
Special Reduced Rates to Western Points by Rail
The C M and St P Ry Co offers second class tickets to western points via Great Northern and Northern Pacific lines at greatly reduced rates. Details available at the local ticket office. Secure our figures if planning a trip. J B Swerr Agent.
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Great Northern
Northern Pacific Railways
J. B. Swerr
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Business Directory
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Volkers
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L. M. Devore
Henry Baier
First National Bank
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Europe
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Frezrorr
Hettingeer
Collmann & Cocoe Capital
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Cashia
J.B. Collmann
V-Pres
L. BR. Jongkonz
A.case
D.B. Behulte
Wm. Trembor
Charles E. May
John Fosha
W. N. Cronkrite
John 8. Collmann
C. O. Collmann
Jacob Krohn
Alfred H. Wise
Webster
M.vy
B. Elson
Reuben Siegfried
Aaron Bower
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Dr. Dietrich
U-Ldwly
EK. H. Place
Qver Emmert & Burrell’s
Bhephonann Aireet
Gol Snyder
L. Beatrice Ent
Masseus
Douglas Ave
Hindi Central Railroad
Filinose
Baby’s Way
Telit
National
Joromorohr
Glanthilog
Humor OF the Hour
Oernmis
Tim
Vancouver
B. C
M. B. Smith
Butternut, Mich
Great Britain
Haiti
Illtnow Central
Chicago & Northwestern
E. B. Daley
Fresport
Eabt
Pednies
Silwam
Nedgecies Maer
Sessereeseves
LB Seseindrabis Vidapento
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Khorn
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Racine
Rockford
Janesville
Madison
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Forreston
Sears Resereersans
California
Denver
Salt Lake
Pullman
Clark Street
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