The Best Dorg in Digby and Annapolis Counties
Uncle Ned and two hunters chase a wildcat then a bear in Nova Scotia woods. Range the hound winds the quarry, a big wildcat and later a mother bear with cubs, ending with a bear shot and the dog praised as the best in Digby and Annapolis counties.
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Annapolis
N. Y
Mister Pennyman
John McBain
Ned
Digby County
Nova Scotia
Uncle Ned
Jack
Digby
Howling
Wes
Han
Puss
Satan
Manly Mardy
Maritime Provinces
Om Range
Range
Scott
Old Range
Oleell
Jerushy
Charlie
Baskervilles
Doc
Odd Causes of Desertion in the Army
A veteran sergeant discusses why soldiers desert, noting that epidemics of desertion can sweep a post and blaming unpopular officers and internal quarrels. He recalls Fort Sheridan as an example where conflict among leaders led to mass desertions and cites how perceived injustices trigger departures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Army
Fort Sheridan
Chicago
Desertion Causes and Strange Tales From Army Camps
Excerpts recount desertions sparked by officer deaths and post hardships. A popular lieutenant, a fare-bank scheme at San Francisco’s Presidio, and romance with a Filipino woman drive men to leave. Also notes Ireland’s proposed trackless electric tramways between Donnybrook and Bray with overhead power.
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Arisona
Thas
Presidio
San Francisco
Noen
Philippines
Tennessee
Coronal
Islands
Troue
Mindanao
Manila
United States
Gossoon
States
Alcatrez Island
Inee
Alecatraz
Weill
Alcatraz
Ireland
Donnybrook
Dublin
Bray
Dublin United Tramways Company
Baby's Own Tablets Promised to Cure Child Ailments
Advertising copy claims Baby's Own Tablets relieve colic fevers constipation indigestion and worms in babies and children. It promises quick relief and better sleep with occasional doses and asserts no opiate or poisonous soothing ingredients. A Toronto Ontario testimonial praises the product, offered at 25 cents a box by The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronald L. Seafield
Palmer Rapids
Ont
Dr. William's Medicine Co
Brockville
Unclear Lineage of Fame and Fates on the Seashore
A compact remark contrasts ascent and decline, noting fear and public perception influence. The seashore setting and a hint of women changing color imply social tension and reputational risk. The piece hints at performance and exposure shaping outcomes.
The Tortures of Nervousness and Pink Pills Cure
An ad extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as remedy for nervousness and related ailments caused by poor blood. It features a testimonial from Mrs Thomas Harpell of Wallace Bridge Nova Scotia describing severe anxiety and eventual recovery after taking the pills. The copy lists conditions treated and pricing: 50 cents a box, six for $2.50, available by mail from Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilams
Wiliams
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Grandmother terms fade as lexicographer foresees
A Chicago Inter Ocean quote reports a lexicographer predicting the word grandma will disappear by 2000 and be replaced by terms like nannie or nans as women dye hair to stave off age. He notes aging women training grandchildren to use diminutives while seeking cosmetic treatments.
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Nannie
Chicago
Inter-Ocean
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Dodds
Ted
Parthulers
Hamilton, Ont
Bank OF Hamilton
WM. Gibson
S. Co
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