Old age pensions debated in Parliament and abroad
A committee examines better ways to aid the aged and deserving poor, noting Britain's lack of state support for elderly soldiers. It reviews Danish and Dutch models of pension systems, the push for compulsory insurance on the Continent, and Denmark's successful scheme adopted elsewhere. The piece contrasts paternalism fears with the potential for United States adoption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pension Authority
Holand
Germany
England
Denmark
United States
Gaele Sam
False Teeth of Antiquity
The article surveys ancient dentistry across civilizations from the Mayntians and Romans to Greeks, noting early use of gold fillings and artificial teeth. It cites Roman Law references to artificial teeth and funerary practices, and describes a recent grave discovery of a woman with a complete gold dental set, praised for workmanship.
How to tell cotton from wool in fabrics
A simple test checks fiber content by burning. Touch a lighted match to the material. wool burns slowly, while cotton melts into a burning streak that runs away. This method distinguishes all wool blends from cotton fibers.
Bolivia’s Cordillera de la Paz Rises With White Peaks
Bolivia is the world’s most mountainous nation with the Cordillera de la Paz described as a 150 mile chain of pure white summits forming a main high crest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bolivia
Cordillera de la Paz
Ireland's Big Wind remembered in Cincinnati Enquirer
The Cincinnati Enquirer recounts Ireland's big wind of January 6 marking its sixty first anniversary. Tales describe a night of extraordinary destruction and marvels from wind driven haycocks to water and whale imagery, clocks stopped, bells clattered, and odd effects on livestock and crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Mount Chevalier
Cincinnati Enquirer
Magicians Poor at Poker Says Old Sports Tale
A group recalls Alexander Herrmann the magician as a poor poker player who preferred social games. The discussion notes real card sharping requires a different temperament and practice, and Herrmann was often swindled by classic cons, despite his stage skills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herrmann
Alexander Herrmann
New Orleans Times-Democrat
A Useful Coin Seeks Metric Measure Link
The 6 cent US nickel is described as a weight and metric measure unit. Five grams in weight and two centimetres in diameter, the coin is linked to the metric system though it remains unpopular in American usage. The text suggests future coinage could adopt similar convenient measurements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
The Short Life of a Big Gun in Warfare
The article notes the 110 ton and 67 ton guns wear out after limited full-charge rounds. Extreme heat and powder corrosion wear the bore at the chamber end, causing misfires. Replacing and lining the barrel becomes necessary to restore firing capability.
Milady's Gown: Fashion Frock’s Descent From Social Spotlight
A satirical tour of a Forties fashion shop where discarded gowns from New York's social set are bought for a fraction of their original price. The feature follows the journey of Milady's clothes from debut in society to eventual rag bag oblivion as savvy buyers seek elegant, secondhand outfits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milady
Jenny Wren
Forties
Dame Twashion
New York
Fifth Avenue
Infants and the poseur mind in company scenes
Demorest's notes on infant candor and adult embarrassment describe how a "dear little innocent" can distort truth under social pressure. When guests arrive, a child’s gleeful ignorance and telltale questions reveal parents’ hidden contradictions and the inscrutability of the infant mind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demorest’s. Isven
Turkey
Air Pressure Holds Down Rugs on Floors
A clever invention uses rubber suckers at rug corners to grip the floor. When placed, air is expelled and the rug stays firmly in position, preventing shifting and corner lifting of floor coverings.
August Flower’s claim to fame in indigestion remedies
The ad touts Green's August Flower as the cure for indigestion and biliousness used by mothers and grandmothers. It promotes its safety, claiming few doses suffice to reassure buyers nothing serious is wrong, with sample bottles at Joseph Emmert's. It also notes new German postage stamps with various pfennig and mark values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Emmert’s
Emmert & Burrell
Cough Remedies and Olive Oil Ad Claims
An advertisement touts Chamberlian's Cough Remedy for coughs, colds, croup, whooping cough and influenza with testimonials of cures and life-saving outcomes. It also promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure with praise from E Hartgerink and notes Italian olive oil mislabeling concerns about cottonseed oil masquerading as Mediterranean product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlian
Becme
Joseph Emmert
Emmert & Burrell
Calvin Zimmerman
Millsburg
H. J. Moogh
Serious kidney disorders and cures advertised in 19th century notices
The page lists multiple medical advertisements promising cures for kidney disease with Foley's Kidney Cure, Dean's Ointment for itching piles, Wood's Norway Pine Syrup for coughs, and a general claim of quick relief. It also notes demographic data on Porto Rico and German emigration, plus a local monument dedication and personal testimonials asserting rapid cures and safety. Names include H. J. Moogh and Joseph Emmert, with references to places like Chillicothe Missouri and Hawesville Kentucky.
Wall Paper Sale to Clear Stock at Low Prices
Wall paper on hand must be sold to make room for new stock. Prices cut from 25c to 16c, 20c to 10c and 128c, 10c to 6c, 8c to 5c. Ingrains drop from 20c to 124c. Paper hanging and painting at lowest rates with estimates furnished. Joan E Apamson, 56 Stephenson St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timates
Joan E. Apamson
Stephenson St
Lion signs of anger and charging behavior described
The text details how a lion shows first signs of anger, including tail movements, ear flattening, and growling before charging. It warns that charging is dangerous and often fatal, advises staying calm, and mentions the rifle as a defender. It also includes unrelated anecdotes about dyspepsia cures and copper amulets as protection.
Helpless Child and Motherhood Health Advice
A harsh portrait of a weak child facing life and isolation contrasts with advice praising Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription for the health of mothers during pregnancy and for ensuring strength in the future child. The piece blends social concern with medical marketing aimed at expectant mothers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
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Hudson Palisades
E. Hartgerink
Overisel
H. J. Moogk
Europe
Foley
Wm. F. Jungkunz
J. J. Henna
Porto Rico
Washington
Island
Dean
Ashkend
Turkestan
Dr. Wood
Joseph Kammert
Chillicothe
Nelson Knenss
Ben Bolt
Gore Throat
Orr
Newark
W. S. Sitter
W. Caton
N. Y
Dahomey
People's Column
Taylor & Frick
E. B
Care Journal
Aera
Cloe
Freeport
Addreas
W. S. Devereux
Brewster House
Phila
Moler Barber College
Chicago
Ill
Illinois
Kenton St
Jor Sale
Beaver St
Park
E. H Morgan
Stephenson Bt
Pearl City
Elias Perkins
Clark Ave
Cor
van Buren St
Holtt
Chas. Nieman
Mediavia
Cale
Nieman
Carroll Street
ID. H. Hollister
First AM
H. H. Antrim
State Bank
Union Street
Will Kautenberger
J. D. Wheat
Walton
C. A. Sheets
Court House
Stephenson Street
Exchange
City Hall
C. H. Sheets
Stephenser and
Adams, Brown & Shaver
Landte
Galena Ave
Guiteun
Florida
R. R
Allin AU
Fleming
East Freeport
Hoifwian
Tabhoe
Dodds Medicine Co
Buffalo
Dodd
Dodds Medicine So
N.Y
Loan & Building Association
TN Iss
Hester
Galena Avenue
Soldiers’ Monument
E. Mayer
Sec
E.C. Dewitt & CO
H. J. Mooge
Americas
Kansas City
ST. Louis
Peoria
Pedar
Rengaee
Pullinan
Hot Springs
Ark
Denver, Colo
Texas
Utah
Vmi
Chicago & Alton
Geo. J. Charlton
Chicago, Illinois
Kentucky
Tennessee
Alabama
Mississippi
South Carolina
the Tribune
New York Tribune
Tribus
Republican Family
Tribune
Cleveland
Daily and Sunday Tribune
If.p
Tri-Weekly Tribune
the Weekly
By Mail
the Sun
Addwe
The
China Journal
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