Lost Mines of the Great Southwest treasure tales
The article recounts California desert prospecting legends from 1880s to 1890s including Thomas Schofield’s find near Danby and a vast horned gold vein, Jamison and Fields at Homer Wash, and the Goler district near Mojave. It notes dangers of thirst, treachery, and failed relocations, with Hen Moss and others joining the fever for wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe Railroad
Clipper Range
San Bernardino County
Danby
Thomas Schofield
Los Angeles
Schofield
Pilute Bend
Nevada
Colorado River
Fort Mohave
Jamison
Red Brother
Fields
California
Homer
Santa Fe
Homer Wash
Blake
Plute Bend
Alond
Panamint
Mystery
Death Valley
San Bernardino
Frank Goler
Goler
Mount San Antonio
Mount Baldy
Arrowhead
Hen Moss
Moss
Hamelin
New
Kern County
Mojave
Canada United States ties praised at Albany University Club dinner
Premier Robert L Borden of Canada and Governor Sulzer spoke at the University Club of Albany dinner on the nations shared heritage and enduring peace. They urged developing the St Lawrence region resources, expanding trade, and welcoming closer commercial relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Robert L.’ Borden
Sulzer
University Club of Albany
Borden
Atlantic
Pacific
St. Lawrence River
Canadian Northwest
North America
West
A Hundred Years Ago Reflections on World Tensions
A hundred years ago observers warned Europe might enter a disastrous war while the United States faced criticism of its government. Tales of wealth disparity and a changing climate were common concerns as old residents recalled youth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Washington
Hetty Green
Indiana
United States
Cure by Cuticura Soap and Ointment Promised by Ad
A Denver resident describes a twenty year leg ailment that became a feverish, itching running sore. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment following a mail order ad, the writer reports a complete recovery. The advertisement notes Cuticura sold worldwide with a free sample offer and Skin Book.
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West 46Th Ave
Denver
Colo
I Am Not Going to Take a Sleeper for This Trip
A dialogue contrasts travel modes with a plan to journey in a day coach. One speaker rejects a sleeper car while arguing about the feasibility of a night journey in daylight. The exchange centers on travel practicality and comfort during a rail trip.
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Publicized By Sufferers
Auburn New York and St Cloud Minnesota women describe long nervous pains and fatigue then say Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured them. They credit the remedy for restoring health and ease, urging others to try it.
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Auburn
N. Y
Lydia E. Pinkham
Wiluam H. Guy
Pleasant Street
New York
St. Cloud
Minn
Berton M. Quickstapt
6Th Avenue
D&leclerg
Fo . Med. Co
Haverstoge Rod
Hampstead
London
Eng
Carter's Little Liver Pills Promote Quick Constipation Relief
The ad touts Carter's Little Liver Pills as a permanent cure for constipation, claiming wide use for biliousness indigestion and headaches. It emphasizes a small pill and dose at a small price with a genuine signature requirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter
Polishea Grown for Him Haircut Shine Joke
A prominent lawyer known for wit and a bald head visits a barber. The barber jokes by tapping the shiny scalp and determines the man needs a shine rather than a haircut.
Alcoholic Consumption Rates and Children’s Teething Syrup Ad
A brief note cites per capita alcohol use at about 23 gallons annually with beer comprising 21 gallons. An ad promotes Mia Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for Children Teething claiming gum soothing and pain relief, priced at 25 cents a bottle.
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Country
Mia
Winslow
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