Menace to All Smaller Towns Crushed by Centralized Wealth
A 1906 critique argues mail order houses drain funds from villages and farms, citing Chicago firms with 80 million dollar 1905 business and 62 million in 1904. It warns home communities lose profits and influence as wealth concentrates, urging local support and cautious spending to preserve rural prosperity.
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Alfred C. Clark
Mall
Chicago
Thei
Mall Order
Doans Kidney Pills Cure Mrs Maryer of Kidney Disorder
Mrs Maryer of 1367 Kossuth avenues Conn describes long kidney illness with backaches headaches and dizzy spells. She credits Doans Kidney Pills with rapid improvement after first box and final cure after five boxes. Sold by all dealers 60 cents a box Foster Milburne Co Buffalo NY.
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Doan
Foster-Milburne Co
Buffalo
Versailles baker acquitted in polygamy case on defense
In Versailles a baker faced trial for polygamy after marrying five women who claimed the union. The defense argued the women married him, not the reverse, and the accused claimed neither money nor love drove his nuptials. Three wives testified but did not prosecute, deeming him a toper they were glad to leave. He was acquitted.
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Versailles
France
Barkls
Willin
Grape-Nuts Helped Woman After Two-Year Bread Ban
A Wisconsin woman claims prolonged illness from cerebro spinal congestion and digestive issues ended after a physician prescribed Grape-Nuts and banned white bread for two years. She reports rapid improvement, regained strength, and ability to work, crediting the cereal with brain and digestion benefits.
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Allcock's Porous Plasters Endure Worldwide Use
A longevity claim for Allcock's porous plaster notes sixty years in use and wide popular reach. It stresses careful ingredient selection and high standards, claiming safety for all ages and universal availability through druggists globally.
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Allcock
Allcock’s
Fearless Englishwoman Crosses Morocco On Horseback
In Fezzan region of Morocco an officer from the German expedition to Fezzilla reports meeting Mrs Frances V Campbell an English woman who traveled across Morocco on a horse with only a few servants for escort The assertion is used to illustrate German claims of mobility and influence in the area.
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Morocco
Fezzella
Frances V. Campbell
Moroced
Cuticura Cures Eczema Case Recount in 1906 Letter
A mother recounts a year and a half old daughter suffering from eczema that worsened despite multiple doctors. She credits Cuticura Remedies purchased for $1 with dramatic improvement in three days and complete clearing in a week, though eyesight could not be restored. She urges timely use and praises Cuticura as best for skin and blood impurity.
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Frank Abbott
Fulton, Onwogo Co
Two Men Choose Ball Over Parting It
Two players keep hold of the ball, preferring to keep possession over parting with it, a moment reflecting competitive focus and determination.
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