Age and Brain Work in Later Middle Age
The London Chronicle cites Sir James Crichton Browne arguing brainworkers peak in later middle age. It notes Lord Roberts at 72 still earns £5,000 yearly for defense duties, Lord Kelvin at 81 continues scientific insights, William Haggins at 81 explores space, and Duke of Portland with Lord Wemiss remains active in upholding old noble privileges.
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James Crichton
Browne
London Chronicle
Lord Roberts
Lord Kelvin
Willian Uaggins
Futland
Lord Wemiss
Convincing Testimony on Dodds Kidney Pills
Davis Lewis of Winthrop California recounts six months of dull back pain and stomach distress. After trying many remedies he used Dodd's Kidney Pills, felt relief after a few doses, and was free of pain after completing the course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winthrop
Cal
Davis Lewis
Dodd
Marriage On Six Dollars A Week Reflects Domestic Economy
A letter and response discuss how much salary a young man should have before marriage. The exchange argues six dollars weekly is barely enough for two, explores costs for food clothing and church, and suggests marriage before a raise while hinting at ways to economize and seek higher pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Sawa
Olbers
ATSO
Wwe
Chadwick
Judac
Porridge Replaced by Grape-Nuts in Healits Story
A Battle Creek reader reports breakfast changes after using Grape-Nuts. The witness describes pneumonia and grip symptoms improving after a month of the cereal, noting weight gain and renewed strength. The family credits Grape-Nuts with fewer stomach pains for their youngest child and fewer doctor's visits.
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Britain
Truntsville
Ome
Yosium Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Diamond River tale of wealth plots and hidden river
Harvey and Jethroe pursue a secret plan to become the wealthiest men, using alias disguises and a perilous journey toward a fabled river of diamonds. The narrator recounts past figures like Wiley Zelkar and Kasier, the chessmaster, whose remnants hint at a lost diamond river and a dangerous syndicate.
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Cilapter AX
Wiley
Propia
Aelkar
Air Hebrew
Zelkar
Wiles
Ephis
Ruckies Campans
Apo
Treasure Expedition Plot and Guilty Betrayal Rumors Surfacing
The tale centers on Wiley who guards a hidden treasure thought to lie miles away, while Zelkar and others debate betrayal, expeditions, and plans to locate the cache. Trust collapses as threats surface and the group contemplates guiding hopeful prospectors.
Pigs by Ears Fine for Butcher in Newcastle Case
Cruelty case reports a Newcastle butcher fined for carrying a pig by its ears and tail. The defense presented by veteran butchers claimed it was the proper method. The piece surveys varied global notes on unusual practices and laws from California to Japan.
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Newcastle
England
California
London
India
East
West Indies
Brazil
Dineane
Atica
Admiral Helen Gould Receives Navy Salute on Alabama Visit
Miss Helen Gould was honored by 700 Jackies during a review at Brooklyn Navy Yard aboard the battleship Alabama. Rear Admiral Coghlan led inspections as the crew cheered, while a mascot dog caused a light moment when addressed as Teddy.
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Helen Gold
Helen Gould
Alabama
Brookglin Navy Yard
New York World
United States
Faiith Tay
Kingdon Gand
Nurl Chester Harrison
Coghlan
John I
Carson
Teddy
Miss Fauld
Army
Whistler Retort Sparks Banter in Artistic Circles
A lively anecdote about James McNeill Whistler circulates among art circles. A critic who disliked Whistler’s portrait quips that it is not a fine work, to which the artist replies that even the critic cannot claim to be a greater work of nature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James McNeill Whistler
Whistler
Art Whistler
Barriers to Practice for Medical Professionals in Transvaal
American doctors and dentists face limits in the Transvaal as they must obtain a certificate of registration. Applicants must hold British qualifications, and without them registration cannot be granted. The rule restricts practice for foreign medical professionals seeking to work in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transvaal
Drainkari Sent Home in Carriages Under Law
In Tenmark a law requires all drunken persons to be conveyed home in carriages paid for by the publican who sold them the last glass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drainkari
Tenmark
A Drive into Colorado’s Golden Autumn Canyon
A travel vignette describes sunrise in October near the Alta and Continental Alta Mine, the Little Cottonwend Canyon, and the Waratch range. Vivid scenery includes snow, gold-tinted foliage, and a sense of peril for treasure seekers underground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alta
Waratch Range
Cottonwend Canyon
Statesman Faces Backlash Over Odd Tax and Dress Bills
The article ridicules proposed measures taxing bachelors and banning odd fashions, while experts attack legislation on hats and veiled social controls. Critics say such schemes threaten personal rights and decency.
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Jle
Pengion Old Maida
Golden Medical Discovery Endorsed By Eminent Medical Figures
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as effective for weak stomach dyspesia and chronic catarrhal diseases, listing ingredients like Black Cherry bark and Mandrake root. It cites endorsements from several professors, asserts safety, and offers a free booklet of medical extracts by mailing to Buffalo NY.
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Dr. Pierce
Bartholow
Jefferson ‘Med. College
Hare
Univ. ‘of Pay
Finley Billway
Bennett Med. College
Chicago
John Kite
Cincinnati
John M. Scudder
Edwin M.hare
Hahnemann Med. College
Chi
Pratec
Pr.b. V. Fierce
Buffalo
Investor questions on MF stock dividends and plant improvements
The speaker asks why MF stock dividends are paid and seeks explanation from the company director. They state 50 percent of earnings fund extensive plant improvements and note output has been uneven over the last six months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrona Hind
Pink Pills Restore Health Says Horton Woman
Mrs L C Law of Horton Kansas reports indigestion loss of appetite and fatigue followed by recovery after using Williams Pink Pills. She claims the pills rebuilt her strength and improved digestion within weeks and praises the remedies ease of use and prompt action. The ad notes pills do not act on the nerves and are sold by druggists or by mail at 50 cents per box six for 3 10 from Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
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L.C. Law
North Streat
Horton
Kansas
Willias
Dr. Illiams
Schenectady
N.Y
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Richardson
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Tethrap
Jlarvay
Jethron
Legal
William
Tig
Tarver
Rau
Felkar
Thamomedl
Sinbad
Ejrenmestanen
Zellary
Diamond River
Duttie
Sor
Baeck
Kasier
Easter
Master
Baster
Taster
Waster
Sething
Kastor
Europe
Amsterdam
Jack
Jeaster
Bender
Wiler
Jaster
Chine
Enastaga
Tife
Soae Teagan
Ald Balkar
Esenth
Mogzzink
Las
Ant
Yejkur
Bia
Aelker
Beim
Anan
Sinee Wiley
Tie
Waphazan
Belkar Hind
Jim
River
Tayaclf
Adkar
Zelker
Tever
Jaste
Harry
Zelbar
Bieker
Olf Keegar
Baekiel
Colorado
Mantfest
St. Louis
Ocean Way
Gays
Scientific American
Nea
Dover Harbor
H Qas
Dover Calala
Tyne
Peterhead
Bishop Rock
Dr. Williams
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