Gold Standard in British Honduras Cited as Boon
Governor Sir Alfred Moloney argues the switch from silver to gold stabilized British Honduras economy. He cites reduced trade disruption, rising wages, increased imports, bank deposits, and housing values after adopting a US gold dollar standard. The piece urges similar currency reform for broader financial security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Honduras
Sir Alfred Motonesy
North America
Uae
Honduras
Isa
Maloney
United States of America
Bryan
United States
Gould Sandard
Savines
Laryland House
England
Moloney
Hood's Pills Promised as a Comprehensive Family Remedy
The advertisement extols Hood's Pills as a general home medicine suitable for family use. It claims the pills are unequalled, widely used, and now in demand as a “coming pill.” They are described as mild yet effective and capable of relieving and curing a wide range of troubles, likened to a complete medicine chest.
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Hood
Russian Lifestyle Fails to Require Bodily Exercise
A Pali Mall Gazette piece contrasts Russian elites and commoners. It notes the rich avoid exercise and overheat their homes while wearing furs, while the poor endure harsh conditions, rely on open air, and eat black bread, which sustains health and builds muscle and bone despite poverty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pali Mall
Danish critic Brandes recounts Russia travel anecdote
Georg Brandes, the Danish critic, recalls an amusing incident from his travels in Russia described in Indtryk Fra Polen. At the border a Muscovite official questions a Paris review and ultimately confiscates the Danish works, illustrating censorship culture. Also listed are references to Hood's Pills and Mrs. William Murden praising Dr Bull's Cough Syrup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georg Brandes
Russia
Poland
Copenhagen
Paris Nouvelle Revue
Warsaw
Herr Brandes
Earrings Across Cultures Through History
A Chicago Times-Herald view argues earrings are universal ornaments worn by men and women in ancient civilizations and modern society. It notes piercing care, fashion trends, and the enduring appeal of earrings as a feminine enhancement. The piece defends earrings against charges of barbarism and compares them with shaving as a fashion practice.
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Hyera
Chicago Times- Herald
Puritan Sunday and its social value in history
A Westminster Review passage defends the Puritan Sunday as a historical force shaping English character. It praises its value in defining rest and worship times, while condemning a few zealots who inflame hostility. The writer urges respect for the era’s positive aspects and for reasonable adaptation to human variety.
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Westminster Review
Bull's Pills Promised Cure for Indigestion and Headache
An advertisement touts Dr. J. W. Bull's Pills as a gentle internal cleanser that does not purge or irritate the stomach. Each fifty-pill box costs 25 cents, with samples free from A C Meyer & Co in Baltimore Maryland. Also includes a quoted New York Sun sentiment about success being tied to cultivation rather than soil.
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J. W. Bull
A.C. Meyer & Co
Balto
Bull’s
Doans Kidney Pills Help Backache By Kidney Care
A 19th century style ad explains backache signals kidney trouble and promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy. It asserts kidneys filter blood and warn against relying on baths or liniments. Sold by Poster Milburn Co with 50 cent boxes or six for $2.50, Buffalo NC.
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Hinn
Bright
Doan
Poster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. C
United States
Save money by buying smart for every need
Advertises a general store selling discounted housewares and kitchen items. Highlights full stock of dishes, odd pieces, lamps, crocks, jars, kettles, buckets, pans, washware, and a full line of household furnishings at low prices aimed to deter underselling.
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Norma
Conklin
Nautilus Shell Inspires Air Tight Ship Compartments
The concept of airtight ship compartments arose from the nautilus shell design with 40 to 50 chambers that admit air or water to control sinking or rising. This natural model demonstrates how modular chambers enable buoyancy adjustment in vessels.
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Ilver
Tmiural
Colgny
Sir Alfred Moloney
William Murden
Third St
Albany, N. Y
W.S. Dai
J.H. Brilhart & Son’s
Bargain Store
Court House
A. H. Apple
Indiana
Penn
The
Atlantic Refining Compan Portspurg Department
Pittsburg, Pa
Atlantic Refining Company
Vicinity
J. F. Barnes
Zee Pie Adaw
Castoria
Cliliu
Ohn
G. Cameron
Insurance Agency
Swan & Simpson
Penn’a
C. S. Apple
Optician
Sapolio
Heinz’s
B. Younkins
J. Corner
Philo
7Th St
Perna
Vogel Brothers
Sith Street
Indiana County Tailors
Vogels
J. M. Stewart & CO
Indiana, Pa
Maccartney’s Foundry
Ben J. F. Maccartney
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