Strengthen the stomach with Dr Williams pink pills
A Memphis reader touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for chronic indigestion and dyspepsia after trial with three doses. The ad claims the pills build new blood and cure stubborn cases, urging readers to request a free booklet from the Dr Williams Medicine Co. in Schenectady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EB. E
Strong
Capleville
Shelby County
Tenn
Dave
Memphis
Williams
Dr. Wiliams Medicine Co
Schenectady
N.Y
Hair and health remedy tale from early 1900s ad copy
An odd mix of testimonials and quips shows a patent remedy scene. A New York City address praises Cuticura for scalp hair regrowth and relief from irritation, while other lines tout Piso’s Cure for consumption and light social notes from 1902.
Practical Farm Innovations Put to Use at Home and Barn
A compilation of steps for labor-saving devices and farm improvements. Plans include a hog gate, a one-man grain bag system, whitewashing poultry houses, a durable hay derrick, and methods for clean dairies. Features emphasize efficiency, safety, and cost savings for small farms.
Soldiers' Stories of Civil War Valor Told by Veterans
Graphic reminiscences describe deeds at Allatoona Pass and Nashville dreams of a veteran, with references to Henry rifles, Gen Corse and Col Rowlett, then Meade’s career synopsis from Perryville to Gettysburg and beyond, highlighting Meade’s leadership and Confederate pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
Sol I. Flint
Dads Volunteer Infantry
Allatoona Pass
Flint
Linois
Allatoons
Corge
Richard Rowlett
Tte
Rowlett
Corse
Stowlett
Nedal
Filne
Jinta
Fujint
Richett
Watt
Towas
Koselgh
Moman
Rondane
Prurar
Inca
Nasiville
Yometlum
FBI
Nashville
Nerve as a Wounded Soldier and Plans Delayed
A wounded soldier at an army hospital endures a neck wound near the carotid artery. The surgeon removes a finger to stop the bleed, and the soldier calmly writes his will and letter to his wife before dying. The second tale recalls Stonewall Jackson and a bridge plan delayed by a carpenter who finished the design two hours after engineers left.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tega
Cleveland
Erat
Jackson Im
Taekson
Chen
Plana
Gineral
Fhem Pietersa
Health and Strength Restored by Peruna Claim
Mrs. Emma Fleissnetr of Seattle writes that after two years of painful periods Peruna restored her health and strength. She took the remedy for about three months and her troubles were removed. She praises Peruna and says she will not be without it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Fleissnetr
Sixth Ave
Seattle
Wash
Sons of Temperance
Patent medicine debate warns of fake cures and dangers
An 19th century discussion questions patent medicines and claims of cures. Expert Wellman cautions that many remedies promise relief but lack proof and may mislead patients. The article notes unscrupulous sales and urges caution against unverified formulas.
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Emly
Jack
George Gordon Meade
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Spain
United States Military Academy
Third Artillery
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Scott
Corpus Christi
Tex
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Monterey
Resaca de la Palm
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Hurthouse
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Washington
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Wrayser’s Farm
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Philadelpha
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Peruna
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Yoines
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Tha
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Orta
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