Cuticura Remedies Said to Cure Infant’s Severe Dermatitis
A Michigan parent recounts using Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment to treat a infant’s dreadful skin disease. After two weeks the sores dried, skin peeled, and the child slept comfortably for the first time in months. The vendor is named as Potter & Chem Corp with depots listed in London and Newbery Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zans Miller
Union Cay
Bran Co
Mich
Geldineg
Sue Potter & Chem Corp
Howton
Mass
London
Newbery
Sq.i Park
Roberts
Cee de la Paix
The King's Bloodletting Plot and Its Downfall
In 169%, Louis XIV faced age and his doctors ordered monthly bloodletting. Antoine Daguin conspired with a young surgeon to bleed the king for 10 000 crowns, while Marechal remained unaware. The plot collapsed when Marechal uncovered the scheme. Daquin was arrested, condemned to death, then banished and died in exile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis XIV
Marechal
Paris
Ingo
Antoine Daguin
Daguin
Nat
Versailles
Daquin
Council of State
Felit
Quimper-Corentin
London
Sutard
The Twins Dialogue Quip Recalled by Cleveland Leader
In a playful exchange from the Cleveland Leader the speaker notes that as children the siblings were twins but now Marjoribanks is five years younger than her sister, highlighting a witty age remark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cholmondely
Marjoribanks
Cleveland
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root offered free kidney remedy sample
The ad touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for lame back and kidney bladder liver troubles. It claims wide testing and a free sample offer by mail with a booklet, requesting readers to mention this paper and send their address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilmer
Bright
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Bing- N.Y
N.Y
Temperance and Liberty in Christ in First Corinthians
A 1907 sermon notes how believers in Christ enjoy freedom yet must forego actions that harm others. It cites Paul's message on idols, self denial, and living for others to win souls, urging temperance through Christlike living and self restraint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Press Association
Lord Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ
Beiever
Christ
Jesus
Israel
Egypt
Promised Land
Corinth
Lazarus
Present at court the levee dress and the Yanks surprise
A six foot American secured a so called command to a royal levee and faced a comic ordeal. He learned levee dress required silk stockings and other items and, after failed tailoring, was presented through rapid rooms full of nobles, admirals, and diplomats, then left by a courtyard exit. His wife and daughter were later presented at the drawing room amid high costs and public scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
His Majesty's Theater
Saa
London Court
St. James’ Park
London
Milady
Mary Ann
A Carlyle Comment on a Genius Left Carlyle
A short anecdote recalls two visitors to Thomas Carlyle. The first declares Carlyle a mere wreck after meeting a brilliant man, while the second relays the same line with wonder at the harsh judgment and Carlyle’s surprising response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlyle
Chait Carlyle
Surprise visit prompts sharp papa language
Grandma asks if Johnny was surprised by the visit. Johnny says not as surprised as mamma. Grandma reveals she was coming and Johnny notes mamma’s reaction when told about it, with papa’s language causing the biggest surprise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grandma
Johnny
Mamma
Papa
Cleveland
Overcharged claim in scattered patient dialogue
In a fragmented quotation a doctor says electricity in the atmosphere affects the system. The patient notes paying ten dollars for two visits and remarks there are times when overcharge is felt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ove
Paris Professor Must Bypass Salt Monopolies For Lobster Study
A Paris university professor sought sea water for lobster research, needing ministerial approval due to salt monopoly rules. After weeks of inquiries and a lengthy report, officials granted a permit to fill casks with salt water at a designated foreshore under supervision, amid delays and bureaucratic hurdles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
Thia
Fershore
A Good Deal Weres
A speaker laments pacing the floor with a baby as a worse hardship, while another quips that marriage in Greenland with endless nights would be even harsher. The exchange reflects domestic humor and social banter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenland
Costly Keys Attract Interest For Antiquarian Value
Count Adolphe de Rothschild’s 1700 pound key claim marks a rare marvel, possibly Cellini’s sixteenth century work with Sreezl arms. A Medler family key once at South Kensington features a temple bow and a sphinx motif. The piece’s Egyptian and hieroglyphic associations tie to sphinx symbolism and ancient wisdom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adolphe de Rothschild
Streezl
Benvenuto Cellini
Medler
South Kensington Museum
London
Whistler Story of an Eagle Turned Fighting Cock
Otto Bacher recounts a Whistler tale where an American eagle is transformed by sailors into a fighting cock for a bet in an English seaport. The staged match ends with the eagle biting off the opponent’s head as the crowd roars for more birds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whistler
England
Salors
Hle
Theo
Otto Bacher
Century
Willie Marries Tulle in Quiet Union
A concise item notes Willie and Tulle wed in a private ceremony, drawing attention from local society pages.
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King
D. M. Stearns
Utt
Foleyshoney
Tarolde
Geirrers
Makse
Binddor
Standard Oil Company (Incorporated
Standard Oil CO
the Sphinx
Whistler Story
Willie
Tulle
Castoria
CU Tha
Malinda Akers
Basham
Ladies’ Advisory Department
The
Chattanooga Medicine Co
Chattanooga, Tenn
Nature
Iar
Piedmont
Bedford
Piedmont-Bedford
J. M. Echols
G.Q
Lynchburg, We
B. H. Gorrell
Lexington
What Is
Kali
New York
Street
Ua, Ga
Candler
Capeie
A Chemical Co
Atlanta
Savannah
Ge Montgomery
Als
Memphia
Tenn
Shreveport
Richmond, Va
Norfolk, Ay
Itimore
Copynicuts
Dona Atriody
Andes
Tagh Dunn & Co
Scientific American
Terie
Jamar
Washington
Dr. King
Enny Royal
Parker
Nsw
Norfolks
Western
Buena Vista
Dally
Larry
B. Bevill
Bragg
Pass
Agent
B. H, Gorrell
Waured
Iaenderme Premiume
Theo de Tabi
Ome
Uculara
Woolley
M. A Quibes
Pryor Street
Br.king
Gough
Buckhien
Arnica
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