Emulsion Bottle Ad Promises Long Use For Baby Health
A 560 cent bottle of Scott's Emulsion can be given in half teaspoon doses four times daily mixed in the bottle. It will last a year-old baby nearly a month and four bottles cover three months. The ad claims it will make the baby strong and lay a foundation for a healthy robust child. Sold by all druggists with 10 cents postage. Also promotes a savings bank and child’s sketch book with Good Luck Penny. Scott & Bowne 126 Wellington Street West Terontse Out.
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Savings Bank
Reactionaries and humor snippets from a 19th century column
A jumble of quotes and snippets appears, featuring mayor Lewis Fisher of Galveston praising conservatism, a wheezing miller tale about Hiram Conway, and assorted gags about worms, gas outages, and fashion humor. It includes two to three references to period newspapers and miscellaneous misprints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Fisher
Galveston
Gid Hiram
Conway
Dee
Hiram
Himelf
Mr. Conway
Old-Time Football Emerges From Darkest Ages
The article traces football origins from Roman games to medieval England. It notes early lack of rules, large crowds, and royal crackdowns from Edward II to Elizabeth I. Persecution faded as modern clubs formed, leading to the 19th century reshaping of the sport.
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England
William Fitzstephen
London
Edward II
Edward III
Richard Jr
James III
Scotland
Elizabeth
Middlesex
Stoubbs
Blackheath
Richmond
Football Association
Hippo and other prehistoric beasts found in Cambridgeshire
Remains of a hippopotamus and several ancient animals were found in Cambridgeshire England sparking scientific interest. The author notes England hosted mammoths in prehistory and mentions the Aldershot plain as once an inland sea with shells found locally. Evidence suggests hippo habitats near modern Cambridge University, with the Fen bogs described as suitable homes before drainage.
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Cambridgeshire
England
Isles
Particuar
Aldershot
Jockey Tom Loates Wealth Remarkable For Era
The piece notes the jockey Tom Loates reaching an estimated fortune of £250000, placing him at the apex of his field for wealth. It compares contemporaries Fred Archer with £66000 and Fordham under £230000, noting Loates’ access to Leopold de Rothschild for investments.
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Tom Lostes
Fred Archer
Fordham
Leopold de Rothschild
Tom Loates
London Globe
An Artist's Fad Collects Painters Palettes in London
A London artist curates a private collection of about 300 painters palettes as an alternative to a picture gallery. The assemblage includes Corot Isabel and Theodore Rousseau palettes, many bearing sketches of the artists who used them.
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London
Corot
Isabel
Theodore Rousseau
Odd Anecdotes and Lords and Laughs in Old Papers
A collage of quips and mini stories from varied papers. An anecdote about Daniel Drew and a safe, jests from the Rochester Herald and Chicago Record Herald, jokes from Harper's, Boston Transcript, and Chicago Tribune, plus a profile of Lord Abergavenny and his family lineage and political life.
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Daniel Drew
Union Square
Drew
Rochester Herald
The Kidneys Wear Out But People Learn Health Steps
A health feature notes that aging kidneys may lose function and many seniors adopt practical habits to protect kidney health using diet hydration and medical guidance. The piece emphasizes early detection and steady lifestyle changes to support longevity and organ function.
Dr Chase's Kidney Liver Pills touted as kidney aid
An advertisement extols Dr. W. Chase's Kidney and Liver Pills for kidney and liver support. It claims the medicine energizes kidneys and bowels, aids aging-related kidney trouble, and cites a Ontario customer testimonial praising relief from back pains and sustained health. Pills sold at five cents a box through Toronto and Edmanson, Bates & Toronte dealers.
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Bright
Dr. Chase
Richard Preston
Osborne
Lambton County
W. Chase
Chase
Edmanson, Bates
Toronte
The Difference A Nic Story 24
A country house visit exposes a young society lady's notoriety. An elderly hostess warns her guest that everyone talks about her. The young woman replies that it amuses her, noting the gender difference in gossip as anecdotal elegy.
Dr Williams Pink Pills Promoted For Anemia In Girls
An undated advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy for anaemia in growing girls. It claims the pills enrich blood, aid organs and nerves, ease pale cheeks and headaches, and restore energy. Testimonials credit improved health and reduced doctor bills after use.
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Dr. Walliams
Mabel McTavish
Prince Albert
Willams
Williars
Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Hair Restorer Ad Claims Dramatic Results
In a Pittsburg Press mock ad, a talking hair restorer salesman and the boss discuss a testimonial. The ad quotes a customer claiming three bell spots on the head reduced to one after using the product, illustrating the pitch's sensational tone.
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Pittsburg Press
Twin Burned Out At Herald Square Theatre
A Philadelphia paper misprinted a Herald Square fire during a Three Twins performance. The despatch reported three twins burned out, then corrected to two twins, reflecting a printing error tied to the nightly chaos at the New York venue.
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Herald Square Theatre
New York
Philadelphia
Ménagine
Shilohs Cure Ty stops DS cures colds heals he thrust
An odd fragment from Detroit Free Press features a dialogue about a child’s attempt at a scam involving fake cures and buried treasure. The story blends humor with a sketch of family finance and naive ambition.
The Unaffectionate Harris at the Parish
A scrubwoman reports Betsy’s husband came home intoxicated and tried to kiss her while Mrs Harris defends her marriage. An old parishioner compliments the new curate for his sermons and their clarity on sin.
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Macam
Mrs. Harris
Betsy
Sacred Heart Review
Miss Jones Not Looking Like Herself This Evening
Cleveland Leader notes a striking change as Miss Jones appears altered in appearance during an evening event. The remark suggests she rarely resembles her usual self, prompting curiosity about the mood and reasons behind the change.
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Miss Jones
Cleveland
Cure for coughs and colds sold at 25 cents
A short ad touts Shilohs Cure claiming to stop coughs cure colds and heal the throat and lungs for twenty five cents. The item is part of a cluttered vintage newspaper page with miscellaneous humor and reader notes.
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Scott
Tles
Scott & Bowne
Wellington Street
West Terontse
Out
Trete
Irate
Washington Star
Randall
New York Times
Singleton
Wedmore
Boston Transcript
Rusty Pofus
Odyink Vones
Chicago Daily News
Harper’s Weekly
Own
Chicago News
Dodds
Ras PO
National Drug & Chemical CM OF Canada
Lastrren
Rogers Bros. Op
Meriden Briiti CO. Suld
Chicago Recordferald
Cutler
Holloway
Youromise
Mr. Dorkins
Marquis
Peng Biogiind
Marquis of
Abergaveony
Beaconsheld
Primrose League
Abergavenny
Nevills
William the Conqueror
Earl of Warwick
Avergavenny
Worthy
Chiceea Daily News
T. FE. Ly
Thomas
Puck
Cashleigh
Detroit Free Press
Minard
Sonny
T Shell
Toreckon
Ecan
Dre Morse
DR. Morse
Canada
W. Gillett Company
Toronto
Harris
SsTm
Wen
Erie li
Fabie
Imperial Oil Company, Limited
Winchester
Rand
Uch
Boston
Chicago Record-Herald
The
E.B. Eddy Co. Ltd
Hull
Tees & Peasse, Limited
Winnipeg
Calgary
Edmonton
Regina
Fort William
Port Arthur
Ocra
Iitvest
Scause
Canada Cement Co
Natonal Bask
Montheal
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