The Kitten on the Spire Inspires a Humble Oration
Tommy Sanders a kind hearted draftsman at a molding mill, late to a speech dinner, climbs Wesley church spire with a frightened sexton to rescue a kitten perched on a lightning rod. He returns to the banquet, forgets his speech, and the kitten supplies a comic ending as the crowd roars.
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Tommy Sanders
Tommy
Kit
Mae
Peghhers
Fran Ile
Towmy
Mrs. Sanders
Astit
Tillie
Wester Church
Sexton
Ian
Wayer
Tia
Old Wesley
Soap in Shwing and Safety of Shaving
An 19th century Lancet note argues frequent shaving cuts are minor but that a bactericidal soap protects against septicemia. It contends razor blades are cleaned with hot water or antiseptic soap, and that soap's antiseptic power can sterilize the skin, aiding safe shaving practices.
Lost Arts of Childhood in Danger of Extinction
A Detroit Free Press writer laments the loss of traditional crafts among youth. He recalls making kites, water wheels, wind instruments, and a cornstalk fiddle, contrasting old hands on skills with modern unfamiliarity. He plans a book to preserve these arts from annihilation.
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Popgan
Detroit Ree Press
Three Wishes Went For Naught At County Fair
A fairy grants three wishes to an old couple who visit a county fair. After spots for ideas fail they spot a soup ladle and the wife wishes for one. The husband curses the ladle into her throat and instantly regrets it, leaving them with nothing but regret and wasted wishes.
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Constantinople
Marseilles
Stromboli
Sicily
Mediterranean
Lower Thames Street
London Times
Tours to the Pacific Coast by Pennsylvania Railroad
Public notices announce three personally conducted rail tours to Los Angeles and the Pacific Coast for the Presbyterian General Assembly, with depart dates from Pittsburgh May 12, 13, and 14. Tour options include 24 days at 120 dollars, 43 days including Yellowstone at 244 dollars, and 30 days including the Grand Canyon at 144 dollars and 50 cents.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Presbyterian General Assembly
General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church
Los Angeles
Cal
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Pacific Coast
Pittsburg
Yellowstone Park
Grand Canyon
Arizona
Geo W. Boyd
Broad Street
Philadelphia
Planing Mill Work and Property Offerings in Wilkineburg
W. L Daugherty's planing mill supplies all building materials with pine ceiling by car load and porch components. Lace Farm of 113 acres near Willet underlaid with coal offers good buildings and fine property at easy terms. E A Firmye advertises Meade Ave Wilkineburg Pa property. veterinary and medicinal ad follows for Dr Thomas Electric Oil.
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Daugherty
Willet
E. A. Firmye
Meade Ave
Wilkineburg
Profits and practices in capon farming
Capon demand is seasonal with peak sales between holidays and spring, mainly five to twelve pound birds substituting for turkeys. Prices vary by size and market, with larger birds earning more per pound but higher feed costs. Dressing, picking, and keeping birds fat and well colored aids profits, while poor handling reduces value. Early hatch advice stresses fertile eggs, vigorous stock, balanced feed, warmth, and prompt egg collection to ensure viability.
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Teturker
Boston
F. H. Valentine
Indiana Backache Remedy Ad Promoting Doan's Pills
A compact regional notice touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and kidney ache, claiming strong kidneys ensure overall health. Customer testimonial from Mrs. B. F. Miller credits rapid relief and long term satisfaction. Advertisement also mentions Doan's as sole U.S. agents Foster-Milham Co. 50 cent price. Also notes sale of heavy surfacing machine and dainty papers, fresh oysters, and Lonehes at White's cafe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Dean
B. F. Miller
Philadelphia
Mr. Miller
Dr F C Buterbaugh Surgeon Dentist Ad
Dr F C Buterbaugh announces dental services in all branches from his office in the Jack Building at 705 Philadelphia Street Indiana Pennsylvania. He states readiness to perform full range of dental work for local residents.
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Curtis Publishing Company
Arch Street
Philadelphia
Beventh Street
G. M. Mansrash
Jack
Indiana
Penn’s
Unclear text fragment from Altoona timetable notice
Fragmentary notice mentions a land related item in Altoona with times 10 44 p m and 3 06 6 32 and a weekday reference. Missing full details and context. cannot determine definitive event, organization, or outcome from the readable portion.
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Altoona
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Richard Barker Shelton
Saturday Evening Post
the Saturday Evening Post
George S. Christy
Wayne Avenue
Acard
C. F. Murray
Cc. F. Murray
Blaireville
Taitburn
Dr. Thomas
Foster-Millham Co
Buffalo, N. Y
United States
Doan
Fox
Connie
Smith’s
White's Cafe
DR. F. C. Buterbaugh
J. C. McGregor
William P. Stormer
Tudians
McGregor & Stormer
J. C. McGregor, William P. Stormer
State of
Pennsylvania
H. M. Bell
J. M. Thompson
T. E. Hildebrand
John S. Taylor
D. B. Taylor
Act of Assembly
Keyne-Dixon Water Company
Rayne
Indiana County
Jack & Taylor
Mar
KF Elkin
Charles D. McCurdy
South Mahoning Township
M. K. L&wii
Lonnie A. Prothero
H. Ney Prothero
Jack & Taylor, Attorneys
Feector's Notice
John N. Steen
Green Township
Simeon Steen
Spruce, Pa
John T. Stuchul
Mary J. Short
M. C. McAnn
John T. Stuchus
Administrateix
H. Milton Ashbaugh
Anid
Mary J. Ashbaugh
Cunningham & Fisher
Archibald M. Rodgers
West Wheatfield Township
Robert B. Rodgers
R.W. Wehrle
Practical Optician
Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA
T&t
Hamilton
Spahn
U.S
Canada
Europe
U. S. Stone
Dobie
Geers
Hill, Young
Marvia Curry
Davia
Bes
Easton
Patterson McDowell
MacLeary
Chicago
Indianapolis
Kansas City
Buffalo
Cincinnati
New York
U. S
Sutherland
Br. Cameron
Campan
Parker
Kmfackin
Elmer W. Allison
Josiah Lydick
Phila
Lasaford
Glassiond & Wilson
Honnsea
Farmers’ Bank B'ld
PENNA
Ana Ace
Ana
Hee
Kiskiminetas
Jan Seem
Ana Seem
Indiana Vis
Wlairsvilla
Orane
Indi
A.m. A. i. P.m. IndiansLeave
Levesenyes
P‘two Lick
Blairsville Lve
Griffith Wall Paper
Cailing
E. W. Griffith
THE
J. C. Conner
Penr'a
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