Political upheaval and race notes in a nineteenth century column
An old newspaper column surveys Pennsylvania politics, the Republican stance, and the delay of legislative independence. It laments party maneuvering, praises reform of house rules, and questions voter behavior in primaries. The piece also discusses race in Topeka's views, urging colored people to save and own homes amid poverty and rent burdens.
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Xick Chiles
Topeka
Roosevelt Honored as Greatest Man by American Public
The article lauds Theodore Roosevelt for an unprecedented, heartfelt demonstration honoring his public life. It portrays him as delightfully American, profoundly patriotic, and unmatched in the world for his honesty and stature.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Sensible Democratic Talk in Hutchinson Gazette
The Hutchinson Gazette urges Douglas County Democrats to stay loyal to their party in the August primary and avoid cross voting. It argues Democrats should not aid Republican candidates and should unite to elect their governor candidate in November amid Kansas Republican dissension.
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Hutchinson Gazette
Douglas County
Wagstaff
Stubbs
the Gazette
Kansas
Gause of Eczema Explained in Patent Remedy Pitch
An advertisement claims eczema is caused by microscopic organisms under the epidermis and promotes a liquid skin treatment in bottles sold by Dick Bros. at 747 Mass. St. Louis. The copy asserts the medicine must penetrate the skin and promises itch relief with a 25 cent bottle D. D. D. Prescription. The piece ends with a cynical line about truth and children.
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Gause
Dick Bros
Mass
Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy Promoted
An old-time sage brew for darkening hair is replaced by a modern product Wyeths Sage and Sulphur. The remedy, marketed by Wyeth Chemical Co and sold by O P Barber, costs 50 cents to 1 dollar a bottle and is advertised as a proper strength scalp preparation. The ad ends with a quip about money and enjoyment.
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Wyeth Chemical Company
Cortlandt St
New
York City
O. P. Barber & Son
Williams Pink Pills Help Postpartum Health Says Kansas City Witness
A Kansas City woman testifies that Dr Williams Pink Pills restored strength after childbirth, improving blood quality and easing headaches and fatigue. The advertisement claims the pills treat anemia and related conditions and offers free booklets with care tips for women and babies.
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Williama
Etta Esten
Lawndale Street
Kansas City
Dr. Williams
Pilla
Woman's Rest Room Movement Seeks Comfort for Horses Too
Column argues for a public women's rest room while urging humane treatment for city horses tied in streets. A merchant notes horses are left in front of his shop all day without feed or water, prompting calls to enforce welfare measures with solid evidence.
ZEMO Promoted By Barber Sons for Skin Diseases
An advertisement from Mr. C. P. Barber & Son, chemist and druggist, touts ZEMO as the most successful remedy for eczema and skin ailments. It claims ZEMO is a clean liquid external treatment, superior to old greasy salves, draws germs to the surface and destroys them, safe for infants, with free sample bottles and a booklet offered on home cure guidance.
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C. P. Barber
Zemo
O. P. Barber & Son
Marvelous Discoveries mark progress of the age
Dr King s New Discovery promised to save lives from coughs and bronchial illnesses amid air travel and war era inventions. The ad touts instant relief for bronchial afflictions and whooping cough, with a Asheville testimonial from James M Black and a free trial offer.
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Dr. King
James M. Black
Asheville
N.C
C. P. Barber
Sun
Learn to Swim at the Y M C A Free Trial
Learn to Swim offers a free trial session for boys and men at a safe depth pool. The YMCA advertises wholesome swimming instruction with a welcoming, free trial for beginners.
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M.C. A
Deeds Not Words in Lawrence Kidney Tale Claims
Fragmented ad style narrative praising deeds over words and detailing medical remedies for kidney pains in Lawrence. Includes testimonial style statements about Dr Dean's Kidney Pills, Hucklen’s Arnica Salve, and Cheney Co cures, with old address references and promotional language.
Government seeks Railway Mail Clerks and other positions
The Government offers $800 to $2,500 annual for Railway Mail Clerks and related posts with nationwide examinations. Thousands of appointments expected. open to men and women over 18 who can learn via free instruction from the Bureau of Instruction in Rochester New York.
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Uncle Sam
Bureau of Instruction
Rochester
N. Y
Kept the King at Home By Dr. King's Pills
Paul Mathulka of Buffalo New York writes that for a year his family has used Dr King's New Life Pills, calling them a blessing for stomach liver and kidney troubles. The ad notes they are easy to use and cost 25 cents at O P Barber Son.
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Pennsylvania
Union
New York
Mies
Jennings
Dean
Priew
Milburn
Buffalo
United States
Duiiy
Dr. King
Paul Mathulka
N.Y
O. P. Bar’ber & Son’s
de. Pierce
Heat Drives Book Sales and Shirtwaists Rise in Town
On the hottest day of the season, many men shed coats and readers rushed to buy light literature. Bookstores reported a surge in sales of light fiction while heavier volumes remained shelved top, readers preferring home reading in cool parlors over library visits.
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Agai
Asker
Mother Gray Australian Leaf Claim Promises Health Aid
An advertisement touts Mother Gray's Australian Leaf as a natural remedy for headaches backaches dizziness kidney and urinary issues. It markets energy restoration and overall vitality, noting availability from druggists or by mail for 50 cents with a free sample offer.
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Mother Gray
Mother Cray Co
le Roy
N. Y
Dorward Real Estate Transfers and Leases
Real estate transfer notice lists Carrie G Dorward and Floreice Mo transferring Lot 4 to Katherine Dorward and a subsequent transfer by Dorward to Charles Dorward. Includes lease reference to J B Cunningham and Wilson, Civ ons & Ryan Co, with described rights to extract all minerals from the described property.
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Carrie G
Dorward
Floreice Mo
Katherine Dorward
Sinebaie
Lauerence
Barrie
Charles
South Lawrence
Cas
Gil Lease
J.B. Cunningham
Wilson
Civ
Ons & Ryan Co
Blair
A Woman Seeks Health to Enhance Attractiveness
A 19th century advert promotes Electric Bitters as a remedy for weak health and beauty. It claims improved stomach, liver, and kidney functions, purified blood, and better skin and nerves. Available for 50 cents at O. P. Barber & Son's store.
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O. P. Barber & Son’s
July Everybody's and Its Wide Range of Features
A compact survey of July issues with essays by Ernest Poole on Dream Citys and Poke Mining Schemes exposing frauds. Includes pieces on Mrs Tart at golf, Harvard Kellock’s philosophy, The Business Side of the Civens, and a portrait of Eliott the printer. The issue blends fiction and criticism, highlighting American ideals and contemporary culture.
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Ernest Poole
Humbher
Forest
Kianereh
Odin
Reytina
A. Ee ‘Thomas
Tart
Funk
Harohd Kellock
Tartiny Davives
Prom
Dala Eliott
Diana
Walter Princhard Eaton
Theodos
Init
Draft of a 1940s serials feature in Mudville Chronicle
Fragmented OCR text outlines serialized fiction and column features including The Side Door and A Rew Look with Look. notes on character arcs, installments, and plotting as authors Slice Maellachas Crave Marchewan Crete move through a multi-part story.
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Weel
Slice Maellachas
Crave Marchewan Crete
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