Gems and Thoughts From Religious Denominations
A compilation of sermons and maxims from Rev. Dr. Lee Rev James Eclis Rev John L Scudder Rev L M Powers Rev E A Woods Rev Alexis W Stein Rev Dr David James Burrell Rev Wilbur Fiske Wood Rev J C Stewart Rev Charles H Yatman Rev David Utter Rev Newell Dwight Hillis Rev O H Denney Rev Henry E Cooke Rev George E Hepworth Rev David Philipson and others, highlighting themes of faith pursuit of truth worship unity in churches and the role of truth and balance in religious practice across denominations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gwid
Lee
Presbyterian
Cincinnati
James Eclis
Unitarian
Botton
John L. Scudder
Congregationalist
Jersey City
L. M. Powers
Universalist
Buffalo
E. A. Woods
Baptist
San Francisco
Frank Crane
Methodist
Chicago
Alexis W. Stein
Episcopal
David James Burrell
Reformed
New York
Wilbur Fiske Wood
Stapleton
N.Y
J.C. Stewart
Christian Church
Newport
George H. Hepworth
Newell Dwight Hillis
O. H. Denney
Henry E. Cooke
George E. Hepworth
How to Test Coffee for Pure Impostors and Adulteration
The guide explains detecting adulterated coffee by color changes from cold water, noting German imports may mimic genuine coffee. It details roasts, aromas, and weights to distinguish origins like West Indian, Brazil, Java, Ceylon, Mocha, and Santos, and warns on common deception methods such as recoloring and second roasting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Boston Herald
Arabia
United States
Java
Santos
Ludlow's Rise Tied to Santiago Victory Over Shafter
General William Ludlow earns praise as Havana's first American governor after gaining command through a personal victory over General Shafter in the Santiago campaign. A noted engineer, Ludlow pressed Shafter for a brigade command and, after persistent bargaining, was promoted to major general following the Battle of Caney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ludlow
Shafter
William Ludlow
Havana
General Shafter
Santiago
Cuba
Hi Caney
Philadelphia
Cheap Excursions to 1899 Conventions Planned
Announcement of cheap excursion rates for delegates to annual meetings of Cumberland Presbyterian in Denver May 18–26, Presbyterian in Minneapolis May 18–June 1, National Baptist in San Francisco May 26–30, and NEA in Los Angeles July 11–14. Routes via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Ry offered, with Pioneer Limited service and connections via Omaha or Kansas City. Contact John R. Pott, District Passenger Agent, 486 William Street Williamsport Pa, for timetables and rates. Also mentions humor exchange about Peter Dunn and Richard Harding Davis, and an advertisement for Mystic Cure for rheumatism and neuralgia, 75c, via Indiana druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Denver
Col
General Assembly Presbyterian Church
Minneapolis
Pacific Coast
Omaha
Kansas City
St. Paul
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Chicago
Pioneer Limited
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul B’y
John R. Pott
William Street
Williamsport
Rise of modern health myths and the claimed cure all
An anodyne advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a universal remedy for digestive and blood disorders and as a builders of strength. It praises male vigor and contrasts past masculine ideals with today’s weaker health, citing testimonial letters from users praising cures and weight gain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Summers
W.va
Dayton factory favors applicants with kindergarten training
A Dayton manufacturing concern announces preference for young applicants with kindergarten training and states that after 1915 no employment application will be considered without this training. The firm has run kindergartens for its 1,700 workers and reports highly satisfactory results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton, O
Relief in Six Hours Great South American Kidney Cure Promoted
An advertisement touts relief from kidney and bladder disease in six hours with New Great South American Kidney Cure. It claims prompt pain relief for bladder kidneys and back for all genders and immediate improvement in urine retention. Sold by Hetrick Bros Indiana Pa. A Singular Statement notes obstacles in promoting Irish language reform. Dr Atkinson doubts current Irish literature for popular teaching, citing modern folklore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hetrick Bros
Indiana
Ireland
Mahaffy
Atkinson
Dublin University
Celers King
Lucey McNutt
Brush Valley
Waugherty Bros
Moore
Homer City
Grain-O Promises Relief for Coffee Drinkers
An advertising claim asserts Grain-O offers coffee like taste with opposite effects. It contends coffee harms digestion and nerves while Grain-O tones the stomach aids digestion and strengthens nerves. Sold at 15 and 2ic. per package.
Drinks for the Sick How to Prepare Wholesome Beverages
A historic guide from the Philadelphia Times lists nourishing drinks for weak stomachs and convalescents. It details egg milk blends, capillaire with vinegar, tamarinds and currants drinks, toast water, barley water, apple water with roasted apples, orangeade and lemonade, and hot lemonade for colds, plus advice on water intake and warming practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Times
Henry J. Altsiman as Gen. Agent in Indiana Pa listing
Henry J. Altsiman identified as general agent located at Room No 5 Farmers Bank Building Indiana Pa with telephone number 79 listed for contact and inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Bank
Indiana
Henry J. Altsiman
Local mill promotes modern doors and porch components
An ad touts updated machinery and durable door joints using hardwood dowels, replacing mortise and tenon. It claims walls, flooring, and siding in pine and oak, with ready frames and short-notice estimates, stressing quality and honesty from skilled workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
North Carolina
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David Utter
David Philipson
Penbisesh
Sammuel van ‘Rankun
Cscastori Ra
Peter Dunn
Dooley Fame
Players
Richard Harding Davis
J. N. Cochran & CO
Plumville, Pa
John G. Cameron
Life, Fire & Accident Insurance
Elgin and Waltham
Apple, Wa
Brilkart & Son
Queensware
J. H. Brilhart & Son
The
New York Life Insurance Co
Caron
What Is
Castoria
Ss. Dauscherty
J. Harry Smith
H. K. Apple
Pennsylvania College of Embalming
Philadelphia Street
Indiana, PA
Penn Run
G. E. Frantz
Prop’r
Penna
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