Beheaded heads and legends from historic executions
An item discusses post execution observations and experiments with decapitated bodies. It cites German expert Dr Wurm and a Hamburg book tale about Sir Dietz of Schauenberg and four squires, claiming a headless body once moved briefly after beheading and the emperor pardoned prisoners.
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The Old Family Umbrella Remembered by Walter Besant
Walter Besant recalls a vanished symbol of respectability the old family umbrella. He describes its size weight and utility as a weather shield weapon and social emblem. He notes its role in daily life from tea outings to schoolyard battles and recalls a green umbrella prized by brothers and servants.
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Theatrical Snow From Glove Clippings Impresses Prosurvival
Alexander Semple a Par is glove maker notes theater use of waste glove clippings to create snow in winter scenes. He claims kid glove clippings perform better than paper snow by clinging to costumes and adds it alters his play choices toward warmer settings.
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Paris
New York
Age guessing a horse by teeth and wrinkles
A veterinary surgeon explains that tooth age becomes unreliable after eight years as no new teeth grow. Once teeth are complete, a wrinkle forms on the upper edge of the lower eyelid and a new wrinkle appears each year. Age over eight requires adding wrinkles to teeth.
Retoucher Declares Learned Business Amid Claim for Money
A dialogue notes a beggar arguing for funds while a man asserts he has learned a better craft. The exchange highlights a temperate social contrast as the speaker challenges the other’s request.
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Citzen
McCreads Arms & Cycle Co Sporting Goods Ad
Advertisement for McCreads Arms and Cycle Co promoting a complete line of sporting goods in Manitoba. Encourages readers to write for purchases with low figures and prompt attention.
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Detroit_Free Press
McCreads Arms & Cycle Co
Manitoba
Archbishop Baldwin's wary march to Cochem
The aged Archbishop Baldwin of Treves travels with a small escort along a Moselle river road to his summer palace at Cochem. A contingent blocks the way inviting him to a royal supper, while Gottlieb the monk humorously critiques the journey. The scene hints at future conflict over Castle Starkenburg and its widow spouse as tensions rise.
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Laurette von Starkenburg
Immigrant Lands Offer Free Farms in Western Canada
The Dominion government proposes free 160 acre farms for every male 18 plus, with duties of family life and settlement in Manitoba or Northwest Territories. It details settler goods, livestock, and equipment as part of eligible effects, plus guidance from immigration and agriculture departments. A humorous aside from Lewiston Journal recounts a minister’s prayer routine and a child’s observation.
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Minard's Liniment Praised by Pleasant Bay Customer
A Pleasant Bay resident Harlin Fulton says Minard's Liniment is the only liniment asked for and kept for sale in his store. The note emphasizes broad local use and loyalty to the product.
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Singular coincidence shocks Washington Star readers
A Washington Star report recounts a homeowner's wife feeling a electric shock like sensation as a clock neared five o clock. The event coincides with a hospital telegraph message about a dynamo accident and a near-fatal lever mishap. The husband and wife afterward recovered, offering no explanation.
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Milton and Paradise Regained Inspiration From Question
In Thomas Ellwood’s History, Milton loans a manuscript of Paradise Lost, asks for Ellwood’s thoughts, and credits Ellwood for inspiring Paradise Regained after a challenging question at Chalfont. Milton reflects on his readers' influence and the writing process.
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Rickie's Anti-Consumptive Syrup Promoted For Coughs
Advertisers claim Rickie's Anti-Consumptive Syrup eases coughs and chest illnesses. The note notes that those who have used it think it superior to other preparations for such complaints and that children kept it as syrup.
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Far West Lure and Electric Car Tales
An elderly chronicler recalls life on the frontier with a young listener asking for the most exciting moment. The story reflects Native and cowboy life themes and includes a humorous aside about electric cars. An ad for Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil promotes healing for horse ailments and human soreness.
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Dr Williams Pink Pills touted for digestion cure in Tribune Deseronto
An article from the Tribune in Deseronto praises Dr Williams Pink Pills as a digestive tonic that builds blood and strengthens nerves. It cites Mr Thomas A Stewart of the Oriental Hotel reporting relief from dyspepsia after use, noting improved appetite and digestion, and offers mail order details from the maker in Brockville.
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MeJigger and Thingumbob Banter on Dyspepsia
A Philadelphia presa excerpt shows MeJigger declaring dyspepsia a blessing in disguise while Thingumbob agrees. They contrast blame and disposition in brisk chat highlighting comic irony.
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Thingumbob
Philadelphia
Hall's Catarrh Cure and Cuban Kitchen Etiquette Ad
Advertisement style excerpt promoting Hall's Catarrh Cure with testimonials and pricing. Includes endorsements from Toledo druggists and mentions of F J Cheney Co. plus a note on Cuban meal routines with two daily cooking times.
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Weer & Tevax
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Tody-Jennie on Woodby marriage proposal last night
Tody tells of Woodby proposing to Jennie. Viola questions his means and status. Jennie refused the proposal, and Tody confirms Woodby is well off.
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Kentucky Court Clarifies Contributory Negligence in Trolley Injury Case
A Kentucky appellate ruling states an individual who learned to tile a bicycle path and opened a street faced contributory negligence when struck by a trolley car, affecting damages recovery. Meanwhile Indiana case law suggests church salary guarantees may impact compensation if church property must be sold.
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Indiana
Court of Appeals of
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Is This New Play Tumoral Questioned by Friend
A friend asks if the new play is tumoral while the theatrical manager replies Sosie. The manager confirms the show is in high demand and notes ticket sales have smashed expectations since opening week.
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Washington Star
Spotted Death Ends Chicago Fitness Herald’s Run
A Chicago fitness herald reports a prominent figure dying at the top amid stormy conditions. The piece notes the death as unexpected and highlights the individual's public presence. Authorities have not released additional details.
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Fitnes
Herald
Keep MINARD'S LINIMENT in the House
A humorous note urges readers to keep MINARD'S LINIMENT on hand to counter cold and flu symptoms. The item is referenced as a domestic remedy during routine household routines and seasonal illness.
Minard's Liniment, Physicians, and a Fourth of July Parody
A Yonkers Statesman snippet riffs on Minard's Liniment used by physicians and a humorous line about "Pipsehets at the Fourth of July" with a remark to watch the sticks. The brief exchange hints at advertising wordplay and local humor from the era.
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Huw
Yonkers Statesman
Quinine Wine Promoted as Restorative Remedy
Minard’s Liniment ad presents Quinine Wine as a superior restorative to aid convalescence and sleep. It claims improved blood activity, enhanced appetite, and strengthened digestion under Northrop & Lyman of Toronto distributing the product at standard prices through druggists.
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Northrop & Lyman
Toronto
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