Old Man’s Tribute and Cures in Ohio Ads
An Ohio fruit dealer Bidney Justus of Mentor says a kidney trouble case lasting years was cured by Down's Kidney Tillis after eight to ten years of suffering. He details backache rheumatic pains and dropsical swelling with painful urinary passages, noting a half to three boxes brought permanent relief. Also contains testimonials for Cuticura cures and Mother's remedies, with ads for Australian Leaf and Mother Gray products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bidney Justus
Mentor
Ohio
Down
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Sign and Savor Oddities in English Taverns and Milk Truths
A curio laden item notes English tavern signs such as The Dog's Head in a Pot and Five Miles from Anywhere No Hurry, interpreting hints about hosts and leisure. It adds health tips praising skim milk for older folk, and urges consuming apple skin for its ash value alongside a story of Edgar Wallace’s trapped mouse gas incident. It ends with criticism of modern sports by proxy from writer Vandal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Hampshire
Vandal
The
London Express
Dogs on the Battlefield and Defiance Starch Ad
Discussion notes trained dogs aiding the wounded on the battlefield cited from Scribner’s Magazine. An advertisement urges buyers to choose Defiance Cold Water Starch for laundry, highlighting its 16 ounce package size and claims of non sticking iron care and chemical free formula, contrasted with rival 12 ounce packs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battlefeld
Scribner's Magazine
Defiance
Acetylene Light Boosts Plant Growth Oddly Promoted
A Cornell study reports acetylene lamp growth doubles radish weight under night light versus daylight only. Peas reportedly bloom and mature with acetylene, while lacking light shows no buds. Acetylene lighting is pitched as a practical illumination urban towns and buildings may adopt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornell University
Edible seaweeds and household cures in a mixed column
A hodgepodge of notes on edible laver and seaweed dishes, headaches treated with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin, cabbage disease prevention with sublimate or formalin, and assorted product pitches. Mentions of Defiance Starch, Lewis' Single Binder cigars, and a Tacoma chimney at 307 feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis
Peoria
Tacoma
Origin of Graft Term and Cuff Care Tips
Origin of graft discusses municipal corruption, with notes on its obscure roots and possible links to craft and gardening. A separate tip advises using light flame to seal frayed cuffs, claiming fire preserves gloss and longevity better than trimming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bartlett
Hotten
Rabbit Fur Rival to Wool in French Industry
A Frenchman at Lons le Saint dler to the Jura district pursues rabbit fur as a potential large scale rival to sheep wool for clothing. The Angora or silk rabbit molts four times yearly and sheds fur that can be gently harvested by skilled hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lons le Saidler
Jura
Peculiar Trainmen Order Not to Wear Overalls on Passengers
Notice posted in a roundhouse dispatcher’s office warns train crews on passenger trains not to wear overalls in coaches without removing them. The item appears in the Albany Journal. Numerous advertisements urge Defiance Starch 16 oz for 10 cents and promote Allen’s Foot-Ease and Red Cross products as daily remedies and consumer goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
Albany Journal
Pink Pills Promised Cure for Indigestion and Nervous Distress
San Francisco resident Joseph Baysson credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with curing his dyspepsia after eight boxes reduced stomach pain sleep disorder and sallow complexion. The ad urges readers to get rid of indigestion by strengthening digestive organs with the pills and a diet guide from the Dr Williams Medical Co New York state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
France
Dr Williams
Joseph Baysson
Aiix-les-Bains
Larkin Street
San Francisco
Cal
Dr. Williams Medical Co
Schensetady
N.Y
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Aids Kidney Troubles
If early treatment is delayed the patient may not survive a kidney disease. Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is promoted as the primary treatment for women with kidney symptoms such as back pain swollen limbs or feet scalding urination and urine sediment. A testimonial from Mrs Sawyer of Conyers Ga credits the product with saving her health after a year of doctors and worsening condition. Mrs Pinkham offers free advice from Lynn, Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia KB
Pinkham
Lydia E. Pin’ham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Wyer Tearnck
Lydia FE
Dany Toving
Columbia Normal Academy Ad Seeking Entrants
An 19th century style ad promotes the Columbia Normal Academy for young men and women in Missouri. It highlights preparatory courses for university entrance, modern facilities, and strong teacher training, inviting inquiries to President Geo. H. Beasley at 1001 Cherry St., Columbia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia Business College
Wolveretty
Thorwigh and Seursen
Peas Aghia Mir
H. Beasley
Cherry St
Columbia
Maime Euver
Eyee Academy
Columbia Normal Academy
Missouri
Port Rai
Girie
Muele
Ejocotlon
Geo. H. Beasley
Columbia Napiness College
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H. B. Franklin
Washington St
Allegheny
Mother Gray
New York
Discoverei
Orey
Saimple
LeRoy
Mike
WOME
Killa
Glenn
Tic A. Paxton Company
Boston
Mase
Wandery Shere
Iran
Seniers
Peat Perpale
Det Alte
Mrdaklys
Neiers
Thompson's Eye
Invalida
Edgar Wallace
London
Elx
Mull’s
Mull
E. B. McCurdy
Troy
Daya
Grape Tonic CO
Third Ave
Rook Leland, Lj
W. N. U., BT. Louis
Piso's
Bea
Devonshite
Tunbridge Wells
Joan F. Borku
Trinity Springs
Ind
Bristol
David Kennedy
New Guinea
Great Britain
Red Cross
Vic Russ Company
Booth Head
Eigar
I’coria
Allen
A'S. Olmsted
Russ Company
South Mend
Dan
Baylson
Emma Sawyer
Phillions
Ford
Potter Drug & Chem
Paruchars
Jas. A. Stidger Arcade
East St. Louis
Lion Coffee
Grocers
Woolson Spice
Toledo
Defiance Starch Company
Omaha
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