Woman Overcomes Ill Health with Vegetable Compound
Enchant Pennsylvania woman afflicted with crying spells nervous feelings and female troubles reports improvement after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She credits the product with renewed strength and ability to work. The letter urges others to seek free confidential advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn Massachusetts.
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Unclear fragment story at Dehghit meet yields mystery
A fragmented report from a local event at Dehghit references a skeleton in the closet and a secret of wealth dying in Tet fers S A V h. No clear persons or organizations are established.
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Allotments Set for 1918 National Forest Road Work
Secretary Houston allocates nearly ten million dollars for road and trail building in national forests during 1918. California receives 140091, others include Oregon 128111 and Alaska 46864. A contingent fund equals ten percent of the annual amount with the rest divided by forest area and timber value.
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Concrete floors or wooden bridges debate drives inspection notes
The Minnesota State Highway Commission emphasizes concrete floors as best, while questioning economy of wooden floors for bridges. A late bulletin to county boards and district engineers says old bridges are often found dangerous for traction engines, prompting inspections to decide on replacement feasibility.
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Minnesota State Highway Commission
Concrete floor bridge debate over replacement costs
The discussion notes that replacing an arteront floor with wood on a tight truss leads to expenses comparable to building a concrete floor bridge with heavier steel, arguing that further spending would be a waste of money.
Bad Roads Very Expensive and Economic Impact
Bad roads raise transport costs and waste farmer time, forcing hauling during poor weather. Improved roads cut hauling by more than half and free farmers to plan work without weather constraints. The piece cites estimates of 28 cents per ton mile on poor roads versus 13 cents on improved roads and notes local units increasing appropriations for better machinery.
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Evangel of Good Roads Touring Car Advo cate
A transcribed ad argues the car as evangel of the good roads movement. It claims touring cars are safe and suitable for five passengers with puncture prone tires. It urges everyone to buy touring cars to support better roads and more of them.
Wanted for Nothing Phrase Sees Howard Rann Quote
A line attributed to Howard Rann states good rounds are things everybody wants for nothing, suggesting a critique of value or demand in sport or debate. The remark underscores a measured view on expectations vs. rewards within competitive contexts.
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Howard Rann
Western Canada Grain Prospects Stimulate Farming Push
An advertisement extols Western Canada as a prime land for grain and cattle, noting rapid spring wheat growth, high future prices, and abundant low-cost options from $15 to $25 per acre. It urges new settlers and existing farmers to farm on a large scale, use free homesteads, or buy cultivated lands, stressing rail and shipping advantages and government appeals for food production.
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Misnamed Fish Said to Be Excellent Food Source
The Coast Alaska coast yields a fish called the United Mackerel by locals, but authorities note it is not a mackerel. It is a fine food fish and salt processing has been encouraged by Alaska canneries to promote it as a staple winter dish in markets.
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Slacker Toasts Duty In Fumbling War Time Talk
A garbled, humorous note shows a speaker claiming duty to his country but using odd phrasing and misread lines. The fragment hints at a facetious exchange among gentlemen discussing patriotism, restraint, and civic effort amid a town scene.
Still Very Much Alive and Other Odd Lines
A fragmentary oddity quotes lines about life beyond death and a playful tease on finality. The text features rhetorical questions and a cheeky tone suggesting a performer or poet speaking of endurance and defiance. No clear人物, place, or event is established.
Eyes Need Care Remedy Ad at Mall Push
An advertisement line promotes Marine Eye Remedy as eye comfort product. It mentions shopping at Jenacista Mall and Tree Two. The fragment suggests a sales pitch for MOLINE OWN REMEDY and OLUOA branding.
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Turkeys Learn Barnyard Friends and Family Lessons
Mary Graham Bonner recounts a family of young turkeys under Mrs. Turkey and Mr. Turkey. The story follows the parents guiding their brood through feeding, shelter, and safety, introducing barnyard neighbors like Mr. Rooster Miss Hen and Pinky Pig. The little ones marvel at their reflections and grow confident after four weeks.
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Duty to Neighbors in Juvenile Morals Class
A teacher asks a juvenile class about neighborly duty and Henry responds with the line to keep an eye on them, reflecting a humorous yet reflective exchange on morals and community awareness. The brief vignette captures a moment of classroom humor and instruction.
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Silence Ends Dance With War Talk
A young man and a young woman danced when she asked if he had enlisted. He admitted he had not joined the Officers Reserve Corps and had not done much about the war. She halted dancing and said she would rather not dance with him.
Skin care regimen for Cuticura proven in ads
Advertisement promotes Cuticura ointment and soap for facial skin improvement. Recommends gentle smearing, five minute wash, ten day treatment, and mailing a request to Cuticura Dept. L in Boston. Claims superior toilet preparations and product availability everywhere.
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Mantell's Ghost Story in Barnstorming Shakespeare Attempt
In the West a barnstorming troupe once tried Shakespeare. Mantell, famed for playing the ghost in Hamlet, faced local critiques. A dramatic writer noted the actor failed to suggest the supernatural, while the lead replied the performance implied a natural superstition.
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Cure Your Hay The E B Way
Advice on proper hay curing explains hollow hay stems increase evaporation and reduce quality if mishandled. Encourages readers to request a free bulletin Making Prime Hay from the Agricultural Extension Department Emerson-Brantingham Co. Rockford IL.
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Agricultural Extension Department
Emerson-Brantingham Iip. Co
Rockford, Il
Sinks Rapidly and Curious Bank Questions
A reader wonders about sinking funds and asks Johnny how a bank account grows when bills start to arrive. The excerpt notes that cockroaches can remember and have emotions, reflecting a mix of unusual observations.
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Freezone corn remover claim and usage instructions
An advertisement promotes Freezone a Cincinnati discovered drug sold in small bottles. It claims to shrink corns and calluses with a drop or two applied to the sore area then lift the loosened skin away with the fingers. The copy promises painless use, no burning, and urges asking local druggists to stock it.
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Longmore clients plan monument for late divorce lawyer
The former clients of Smith the divorce lawyer who died last week will honor him with a monument. They have not chosen a design yet. some favor a statue by the dunes while others prefer a colossal granite cleaver. The Lamb.
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Liberty
Shake into Your Shoes Allen's Foot Eare Ad
Antiseptic powder for sprinkling in shoes and on feet relieves painful swollen feet and bunions. Mentioned use by British and French troops at the front. Sold everywhere by Ady.
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Two Kinds Do all of your employees tally base ball
A fragment notes confusion over employee duties mentioning base ball horse racing prize items and references to thinking hair dressing and dancing as part of tasks. The terse snippet hints at a workplace or service context with mixed activities. No clear names or dates are present.
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