Passage from Toronto tales on age and wealth from pearls
The article discusses longevity claims of Prof. Osler and familial longevity anecdotes, noting his brother EB Osler and a long life in the family. It touches on a Toronto observer’s skepticism and mentions childhood lore about chloroform and medical bravado. It shifts to Canada pearl fishing, describing northern Labrador coast life and a secret pearl wealth found under shells, now shipped seasonally by a few men who earn variable fortunes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Herald
Toronto
Willie
Weing
Osler
F. J. Osler
Old Oxford
Oslera
Eb, Os- Gee
Toronto West
Canadian Pacific Railroad and Steimshly Co
Anor Sa
Faith Hevlers
Tomoon
Gtr
Deep Sea
Labsrador
Hudson's Tay
Nantucket
Gloucester
Freenland
Rst
Charles Dickens
E Wihihamaon
Crown Lands Department
Dickens
Mrange
Mo Wittinson
Francie Jeffrey Dicker
Canada
NW. M.P
Witlameoa
Rare Pearl Hunters and Indian Coast Trade Tales
The article recounts rare pearl finds and long odds of value, noting a New Yorker receiving prized pink pearls from a Labragur hunter and Indians near the coast who regularly mine pearls. It mentions Montreal houses importing shipments and cautions readers with old adages about productivity and diligence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labragur
Cat
Montreal
Dave
Take No Risk With a Cold Cure Promoted By Dr Chase
An old advertisement urges prompt treatment for colds to prevent consumption and pneumonia. It markets Dr. Chase's Syrup of Linseed and Turpentine as a thorough, fast-acting remedy for bronchitis cough asthma and chest colds with testimonials and a $0.05 bottle price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Chase
Fragmentary note on Greek ritual and fear of a deity
The text fragment describes Greeks afraid of a god or influence. They hissed and whistled to avert malice and performed ablutions and offerings before worship. After such rites, people avoided contact with the deity and its danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creek
Lars
Digestive Machinery and Secret Cures Across Era Headlines
The clashing pages describe miraculous pills by Dr. Thomas and old world tonics, a German earth map project, an Austrian battleship note, and market chatter on cures, a governor resigning, and humorous vignettes from Washington and New York.
Dr Williams Pink Pills Promised To Strengthen Health
The text touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy for female ailments and general weakness, claiming benefits for blood richness, vitality, and mood. It references cures and testimonials, noting benefits for girls and women and urging purchase from medicine dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo
Dante
A. Exvat
Willams
Ak Shi
Willeme
Brockville
Weathered Winters: Mild Seasons Across 13 Years
The article notes fourteen mild winters in thirteen years, detailing average December to March temperatures. It highlights 1841-42 as the warmest and 1881-82 and 1889-90 as colder, with most Januaries and Decembers aligning with mild trends. It cautions against predicting future seasons due to unsettled solar and global conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rlf. Stupart
Pte
Grand Trunk Pacific Branch Company incorporation notice
A notice announces an application to Parliament for incorporation of The Grand Trunk Pacific Branch Company to construct and operate rail lines from Winnipeg to Manitoba boundaries, Brandon connections, Calgry and US border, with extension to Hudson Bay shores and powers for telegraph lines bridges water rights and related rail developments, dated January 1906, Montreal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Ncorpora
Grand Trunk Pacific Branch Company
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Connecil
Brandon
Grand Trunk Pace Railway
United States
Calgary
Ehy
Hadyu Bay
Fragmentary OCR Note Mentions Holor and Metley
A sparse OCR fragment references Holor and Metley in an unclear context. It provides no full events or clear actions but preserves two named items that may indicate persons or terms within a larger piece.
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Louet
Ted
Fon
Elatts Tancer Babe
Joh Herschel
Pearl Fishing
Labrador
Cheney
Prin Pal
Germany
Ita
Paris
Ainard
Priest
Coolgardie
Jonn
Hragg
Alaska
Nay
Can la
Thomas
T de Thomas
Venezuela
London
Fenton
Mrs. Gabb
Blifkins
Mr Gadd
New York Times
Detroit
Goverment
England
Duke D'Orleans
Brussels
WNU
Trimet
Royal Household
Ogilvie
Ogilvie Flour Mills Co., Ltd
Tall
Grand Trunk Pacific
Apy
Shine
W. H. Veno
University of Wurtzburo
Ad Veno Drug Company
King Street
West
King Edward
Harland & Wolfe
Beng
White Star Line
Italy
Keeley Institute
Osborne St
Pst
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