Peruna cure touted by Congressman and letters
An 1899 Washington document features M W Howard’s advocacy for Peruna medicine, with letters from patients and doctors praising its effects on ailments including catarrh and grippe. Dr Hartman of the Huntington/Hartman Sanitarium in Columbus offers free guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Washington
The
Peruna Medicine Co
Columbus
Ohio
M. W. Howard
Hochester
Rochester
Aly Lowell
Nave
Chen
A. U. Lotkhart
WP. Peterson
Morrla
Oltce
Hartman
K. Hartman
Huttuay Sanitarium
Columbue
Purest City Air Found At Height Above Streets
Scientists report the cleanest air in urban areas is about twenty five feet above street level. They conclude the safest apartments are on the third floor, where air quality is highest and exposure to pollution is reduced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ripley
Oscar Wilde Revealed in Paris Deathbed Tale
An excerpt from the London Chronicle recounts a Paris meeting with Melnoth who is Oscar Wilde. It describes Wilde’s pain at betrayal by patrons, his plan to become Catholic, his costly illness and failing health, and his deathbed prayers. Funeral services were planned at St. Germain des Pres followed by burial at Bagneux with a cross and inscription.
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The
London Chronicle
Paris
Sebastian Helnoth
M. Melnoth
Oscar Wilde
France
Robert Ross
Turner
Cuthbert Dunn
Avenue Hoche
St. Germain Des Pres
Bagneux
Poete Et Auteur Dramatique
R. 1
Laws of Kaffirs Describe Widows Marrying Deceased Husbands Brother
The article explains Kaffir customs in South Africa, detailing responsibilities of husbands and wives, widow remarriage to a brother, and inheritance rights. It notes women weaving, carrying loads, beer making, and child guardianship, with emphasis on how widow remarriage affects control of children and property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Africa
Kaffe
Thumb nail readings and royal character beliefs from a palmist
A European palmist claims thumb nail length indicates character and fate for men and women with examples from Emperor William, Austria's ruler, the King of Tyre, Sultan of Turkey, King Leopold, Queen Victoria, the Dutch and Italian royals. A Boston teacher’s joke about vowels ends the piece with a cautionary note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William
Germany
Auatrhi
Twly
Turkey
Leopold
Belgium
Victoria
Holland
Italy
Empress Origin Question Sparks Historical Revision
Fragmentary text suggests a debate over Empress birthplace with sources claiming Possidhofen Bavaria and Munich as possibilities. It notes a correction of a narcophagus description after research supported by a royal family. The passage also includes unrelated banter and a remark on German civil service marriage restrictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Possidhofen
Bavaria
Beth Wax
Munich
Remedy Promises Cure From Dodd's Kidney Pills
Local resident Nettie Hixon of Cinatnnat narrates three year struggle with weakness and pain relieved by Dodd's Kidney Pills. She praises the medicine, urges purchase at $1 per pill or two for $2, and notes widespread positive testimonials. Also promotes Kemins Balsam for grippe relief and references various religious denominations in Britain.
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Misa Netta Hixon
Arma
Patriotic Order of America
Hughes Street
Dodd
Tam
Doda Medicine Co
Buffalo
N.Y
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Boston
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Conte
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Arkanens City
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Kansas City Journal
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Wetmore
M. C. Wetmore Tobacco CO
ST. Laws, Mo
Aes Pica
Colo
Chinnat
Lodlaoanalia Journal
Milas Nettie Hixon
Gee
Church of England
Rowan Cotholly
Wesleran
Walter Hatheolttd
Hostan Ve
New Yyork
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Dr. Greene
Inapor
Kate Austin
Jenny Lind Ave
Somerville
Mass
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Dr. Grweno
Riley
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Nature
Sud
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Rupre
Metro
Mich
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WEVER
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Vrouce
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China
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Johnny
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