Water plan promises spring on land for all farmers
A city adviser claims a method from Mr Bender can store abundant rainwater in shallow trenches to supply farms, lawns, and gardens with minimal cost. A 45 foot well system with a purifier and reservoir has reduced county water costs, drawing attention from several states. Local Holt county residents inspected the setup amid praise from the state geologist.
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Aten C. Decor
Counte Court
Bender
Kansas
Nebraska
Iowa
Missouri
Holt County
St. Joseph Cor
Chicago
Paris Herald Discusses Chicago Fork Question
The Paris Herald sparked a backhanded debate on whether Chicago ladies and gentlemen use forks. Americans in Paris sent letters mocking Chicago manners, while Parisians treated the exchanges seriously and formed firmer views on American customs. A Havre manufacturer seeks to open in Chicago, hoping forks boost his business in the new market.
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Europe
Mark Twain
Paris Herald
Chicago
Paris
Herald
Havre
France
Women cyclists face backlash but riding is healthy and proper
A historical critique of women bicycle riders is deemed outdated as healthful cycling gains broad acceptance. The piece notes an ultraconservative opposition in the past but stresses that cycling benefits women and society, arguing enduring social norms will adjust.
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Lilia
APPLE
Judge Rancolph Denies Divorce Amid War Hero Barbs
A Kansas district judge presided over a prairie county divorce filing where a veteran plaintiff testified about his wife’s remarks. The court demanded clear grounds, and after the plaintiff described taunts about bravery and being a war survivor, the judge granted the decree, noting years of uncertainty and the court’s stance on solid cause.
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Rancolph
Kansas District Court
Prairie
Gnd Uavidayen
Jlaintif
Te ‘Aitorney
gSudce
Auewer
England Needs Urgent Education Reform Warns Gorst
Right Hon Sir John E Gorst argues in the North American Review that England faces foreign competition and a stalled reform process. He emphasizes backward elementary instruction and the need for both elementary and technical education to preserve industry and national prosperity. An advert touts Olive Blossom as a remedy for despondent women, claimed to cure wasting illnesses.
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Sir John E. Gorst
North American Review
Moment of Farewell Ends in Bitter Realization
A young man confronts love and loss as he pleads for hope that never comes. The beau tiful girl reveals she cannot be his sister after all, recalling a prior promise to marry the girl's father. Brooklyn Life records the poignant scene of regret at the door.
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Brooklyn
Engagement Breaks Down After Deceitful Vows
A Chicago Post excerpt shows a woman lamenting a broken engagement after trusting a man who made hollow vows. Her friend suggests suing for breach of promise, but she doubts the case would be worth the effort or money.
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Chicago Post
Otto's Cure touted for throat and lung disease sale
An advertisement urges friends and neighbors with coughs colds sore throat or lung ailments to try Otto's Cure a German remedy now on large sale. Sample bottles are offered by Daugherty Bros Indiana Pa Mateer Rankin Elderton Pa and B Beringer Beringer Pa. Testimonials claim Eclectric Oil cured quinsy diphtheria and family illnesses. Bardock Blood Bitters promote pure blood and digestion as disease insurance.
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Otto
Daugherty Bros
Indiana
Mateer & Rankin
Elderton
B. Beringer
Beringer
Bardock
A Trick of the Profession in Paris Libre Purole
Two eminent physicians stroll arm in arm along a boulevard. One bows to a passing lady and jokes about a patient with a nose pimple. He recalls treating her recently and says he prescribed nothing though he forbade piano playing. The quip hints his rooms are below her residence.
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Paris Libre Purole
Boy Wondering If Hairbrush Hides Heaven in Alameda
A mother in Alameda punishes her half naked son Frankie after he plays in wet sand and mud. He asks if women who whip children with hairbrushes go to heaven, while he sits sulkily in a chair. The scene unfolds as the mother disciplines him and contemplates providence.
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Alameda
Frankie
San Francisco Post
Triumph of Surgical Skill in Ear Disease
A patient aged six began a longstanding ear discharge that grew offensive and bloody, with dizziness. Dr. Sadler of 804 Penn Ave Pittsburg treated the case February to May, healing fully with no subsequent discharge. Also notes eye ear nose throat care and a lumbago cure using Salvation Oil per a Mutual Life Insurance Co. agent.
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Sadler
Penn Avenue
Pittsburg
Andy Brunclik
Bennett
H.C. Rigby
Baltimore
the Mutual Life Insurance Co
New York
Salvation Oil
Salm
J. D. Lewren
Swales
Cnegm
Ben I. Limbert
Madisonburg
Ceitre Co
Think It Over Back Pains Signal Kidney Trouble
Dull aches in back and sides blamed on sick kidneys. When kidneys fail to work, the whole system suffers, much like a town crippled by a blocked sewer. The piece urges awareness of kidney health and its broad impact.
Discount Housewares Sale Promises Low Prices
A local advertises stock of dishes and house furnishings at low prices. The offer emphasizes saving per purchase and invites customers to visit for full sets and odd pieces. Items highlighted include a lamp for 89¢, hall lamps at 81.95, crocks, tins, kettles, buckets, and assorted kitchenware.
Bargain Store Ad Promises Low Prices on Housewares
The notice touts savings on silverware table and pocket cutlery lamp trimmings lamps and dishes. It offers 15 cent dress patterns and free fashion guides with early morning to night hours. Located a few doors fast of court house.
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Court House
Great Benefit Reported After 3 Months of Dr Salt Treatment
Letters from readers in Pennsylvania praise Dr Salt for cures and relief. L. F. Porter of Butler and Mrs A E Meyer of Linden Hall credit the treatment with saving their health and granting recovery from serious illness. Mrs Mayer notes a prior cure of scrofula and gratitude for continued care.
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Dr. Salt
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Quinsy
Thomas
E. F. Crane
Dunkirk
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Doan
Jseph Mack
Peter
Johnstown
J.H. Brilhart & Son’s
Bargain Store
Castoria
Equitable Life Assurance Society
S. W. Guthrie
Farmers? Bank Building
A. H. Apple
Indiana, Penn’a
Cameron
Insurance Agency
Swan & Simpson
Penn’a
DR. Mortz Salm
Salim
J. F. Weidenmeier
Paxtonville
Sandgr Co
Sala
Hfnry Tereoun
Sunbury, Northumberland Co
L. F. Porter, Butler, Butler Co
Ir. Salm
Philip R. Enders
Dalmatia
Northumberland
Dr. Salm
William H. Knepp
Troxelville, Snyder Co
Henry Keithar
Caterrh
Salt
Sam
Isaac Pierson
Bedford
Bedford Co
Columbus
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Kittanning
Reynolds
Apollo—Chambers Hotel
G. T. Hamilton
Philadelphia Street
Seprana, Pa
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