Vanishing stunt backfires in suburban caper
Warren Clagett hides from his employer Mr. Horton by disguising as Mrs. Slade to meet Clara Horton. A near collision forces Warren to take control of a running car, saving lives and revealing his identity. Horton congratulates him and hints at a future partnership.
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Clara Horton
Warren Clagett
Smith & Tullary
Clara
Mr. Horton
Warren
Milton Slade
Mrs. Slade
Mr. _Horton
Rose
Albion House
Weil
Clagett
Toronto Women Indicted Over City Liquor Sales
The Toronto Globe laments moral decline in Ontario’s metropolis and calls for a thorough probe into bottle shop sales. It asserts many women barred from saloons obtain spirits for home consumption at alarming levels, prompting officials to act.
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Toronto
Toronto Globe
Ontario
Globe
The
China Opens Electric Park at Darien Manchuria
China inaugurates an electric park in Darien Manchuria to boost traffic on the eight mile South Manchuria Railway line. The center features a menagerie theater roller skating rink shooting gallery and other amusements with admission set at two cents. First and second class fares to farms are listed at six and four cents respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Darien
Valny
Manchuria
South Manchuria Railway Company
Spraying Trees Fights Insects And Fungus Diseases
Two enemy classes threaten fruit trees insects that bite or suck sap and fungi causing diseases. Spraying remains a proven preventive method with Bordeaux mixture as standard fungicide and arsenate of lead or Paris green added for biting insects, enhancing protection in a single application.
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Wisconsin Horticultural Society
Bordeaux
Best wax for grafting recipe and procedure
A historical recipe describes making a grafting wax by melting rosin with beeswax and tallow in an iron vessel. The mixture is stirred until fully combined, cooled in water to form soft sticks, greased hands pull the mass like taffy, and finished pieces are cooled and stored for future grafting use.
Up to the Farmer
A writer in an exchange argues that when a farmer breeds cattle horses or sheep he earns less for labor and feed than he should, undercutting state wealth and family living. He notes farmers as a group owe more to the community and state due to their numbers, though not individually.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Spring Blood Renewal
The advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as uniquely medicinal for spring humors and impure blood. It claims the tonic cleanses blood, fights winter humors, and offers tablets called Sarsatabs alongside liquid form, built on over twenty ingredients and no substitutes.
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Hood
Funny Bits and Patent Medicine Pitch From Old Advisory Page
A humorous montage of quotes and deceptive patent medicine ads. Mentions Garfield Tea Hamlins Wizard Oil Dr. Pierce pills and a Bacon quote. Includes gossip quip and a mock dialogue about daily health and bargain rush. May reflect early 20th century consumer culture.
Dog Dies From Grief At Masters Burial
A fox terrier in Villeneuve Saint-Georges starved and wandered to the cemetery after the death of Master C. Constantin, attending the funeral of a municipal councillor's wife. The dog refused food and lay by the tomb, then died shortly after the master.
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Villeneuve- Saint-Georges
C. Constantin
M. Constantin
le Figaro
Cure That Sore Throat Paxtine Patent Medicine Ad
An advertisement promotes Paxtine Toilet Antiseptic as a preventive and cure for sore throat. It claims the gargle relieves soreness, strengthens throat membranes, and offers superior cleansing and germicidal properties. Available at drug stores or by mail from The Paxton Toilet Co. Boston. Free samples offered.
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Frenufacturers
Epohn Medical CO
Paxton Toilet Co
Boston
Mass
Patriotic Determination Sparks Banter on Voting
In a light exchange, Mr Meekin notes his wife insists on voting and adding a post script to arguments. The remark underscores civic engagement and household participation in the vote.
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Mr. Meekin
Important to Mothers Examine Castoria Bottles Carefully
Consumers are urged to inspect each Castoria bottle for the signature as a trusted remedy for infants and children. The ad claims Castoria has been in use for over 30 years and emphasizes the familiar line The Kind You Have Always Bought. A tongue in cheek exchange references a swift proposition and a question about owed money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnewy Mes
Executive ability in finding and letting others work
A quotation on leadership noting that executive skill lies in selecting capable workers and allowing them freedom to act. many can identify good work but fail to delegate effectively.
Work While You Sleep Health Miracle Promises Big Results
An advertisement claims CAS CARETS by Lowel medicine can serve as a great health maker. It promotes a 100 box trial and asserts you will never use any other product.
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Associated Literary Press
Sluco
Signa of Rot
Bordesra
Bude Atart
Aphis USA
En Ophis USA
Eith Dordeaur
Greep
Galt Peter
Paria
Bordeans
Paris
P. Green
Rapsal Chase
Am Howe
Gietass
Tye
Maud
Ethel
Dr. Pierce
Cascarets Roe
Millior Boxes
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Ottawa
Canada
Chas. Pilling
Cilford Block
Grand Forks
D. J.M. MacLachlan
Watertown
S. C
E.T Wolmes
Jackson St
St. Paul
Mioa
USA
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N
Eltzgerald & Co
Box KK
Washington
Minneapolis
Pierce
World’s Dispensary Medical Association
Buffalo
N. Y
New York City
Hudson River
Miss Bangs
Miss Whiton
Riverdale Ave
252D St
West
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