Bad Case of Grip Persists in Greenville
W. oF Houwles of Greenville Tennessee recalls a severe bout of grippe five years ago that left him in bed for weeks and caused throat pain. He tried eighteen months of treatments, avoided tonsil surgery, then used Peruna which improved his throat after one bottle. He continued with twelve more bottles and asked readers to secure a free Peruna Almanac for 1912 from their druggist.
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Ie W
Houwles
Greenville
Tennessee
la Grippe
Driggist
Those Youthful Prodigies Mentioned In Jest
An excerpt from National Food Magazine repeats playful dialogue about young prodigies. A six year old boy solving discuit problems and a four year old girl who knows Greek are discussed. The conversation shifts to their supposed residences in Boston and Greece.
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Jones
Gebra
The Problem of Evil Asked by a Child
A four year old questions who makes burglars cops Indians and other bad things. The mother replies that God made them. The boy asks why God mars them, seeking a simple explanation for evil and suffering.
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Gerald
The Fool Season Ice Pond Entry Sketch
The piece notes two ice pond performances with stray phrases about skating and a reference to embon point, hinting at a playful or critical scene in a local winter page. It mentions first and second ice pond events and a cheeky remark about being skated on.
Secret of Crispness for Donug Crullers and Frying
Cooking crullers and small fried foods requires fat at lower temperatures. Test fat by dropping a small dough piece. it should sink briefly then rise, confirming correct temperature. Do not crowd. four or five at once. Shake fried pieces in a sugar bag, and strain fat after frying to remove debris. If fat glazes, fry raw potatoes to clear cloudiness.
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Lelineatar
Saving on the Desserts in Household Budget
A homemaker recounts economizing after a second child by dropping fancy desserts. She swaps to fruit, quick gelatin, or a small cake with tea, saving time for outdoor time with children. Husband notices no harm, and the family benefits from simpler meals.
How to Roast Cales Liver in Old Kitchen Style
A historical kitchen note explains soaking liver in water to draw blood, drying it, and stuffing with a forcemeat of bread crumbs pork fat shallot pepper salt marjoram thyme sage and nutmeg. It covers filling the liver, sewing shut, roasting with butter, basting, and serving with the pan gravy.
Eradicating Stains With Simple Home Methods
A historical note describes removing grease and sealing wax stains from clothing. Light scraping helps grease dissolve. warmth and solvent sponging can lift sealing wax, though a faint white spot may remain, fading with turpentine treatments.
Cleaning tip for worn rugs helps extend carpet life
A Rug Help advises treating slightly worn areas with a dye and small brush to mimic a fresh nap. The method does not restore nap but makes the carpet look new and lasts for another season. It is described as inexpensive.
A Novel Salad Delicate Pineapple Lettuce Arrangement
A dainty salad recipe describes placing Calmned Liawailan pineapple on a lettuce leaf. A heated knife melts cheese over the fruit, then pointed pimento strips form a poinsettia pattern. A dollop of mayonnaise centers the dish with a stuffed olive on top.
Automatic stokers threaten railroad firemen future
The article argues the coming general use of automatic stokers will replace and overwork locomotive firemen. It contrasts the long hours and brutal coal-shoveling demands with the allure of steady pay, and notes the toughest routes push crews beyond normal capacity, especially on New York to Chicago trains.
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Aeeoeration
Coop
New York
Chicago
Railroad Grant In Rossis On Siberian Journey Card Fees
A traveler describes a journey across Siberia where railroad officials levy taxes on playing cards at each stop. Four men faced fines of 50 kopeka per game rising with card stakes, from ten kopeka to two rubles. After two days, the group tried to bribe with three rubies to halt the levies, yet officials continued the inspections at every stop.
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Siberia
Rai
Faroe
Ta23
Two Friction-Reducing Rail Methods Demonstrated
A British and an American method reduce journal friction in rail running. The American system uses short large diameter rollers replacing conventional bearings to fit existing track without requiring major changes. Demonstrations illustrate how friction is lessened and wheel-rail interaction improved.
Pride in Railroad Workechoes in a Long Farewell
A veteran recounts the ethos of railroad labor, praising workers who keep engines running and trains on time. He recalls conversations with supervisors, the value of grit over mere courage, and pride shown by men like Dennis Hennessy and George in maintaining vital infrastructure. The piece honors loyalty, skill, and quiet dedication behind the scenes.
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Jet
Philorophy
Dennis Hennessy
Myself
Steven Regan
Uma Cama Hennessy
Sterling Bridge
Big Boss
Walt
Sone
George
Leeford
Highest locomotive types in demand from Baldwin Works
President Aspa B Jonoson of Baldwin Locomotive Works in Philadelphia notes heavy fast passenger engines as prime in demand. He cites standard eight wheeled American type locomotives worth about 10 000 to 12 000 dollars, and Pacific-type engines among New York Central and Pennsylvania Railroad fleets at about 135 tons.
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Aspa B. Jonoson
Baldwin Locomotive Works
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad
New York Central
Pacific
Montreal Plans a Costly Rail Terminal Project
Montreal plans a costly railway terminal by constructing a three mile tunnel under Mount Royal and entering the city center. The total cost for the tunnel and terminal is estimated at 25,000,000 dollars.
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Montreal
Canadian Northern
Mount Royal
Gheap Fares in India Reported on Sath Roads
Report notes third class fares in India on all sath roads cost less than half a cent per pile. The item mentions unusually low travel rates and hints at nationwide price trends affecting common travelers.
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India
Jelly Cake Recipe Card Folds Sugar Butter Eggs Milk Flour
Two cans of powdered sugar one half cup of butter three eggs one cup milk three cups flour two teaspoons cream of tartar one teaspoon soda. Bake in shallow tins and when cool spread jelly between layers.
Tea Cake Recipe Note from Historic Bake Text
A compact 19th century style recipe lists ingredients including one quart flour one cup sour mix one teaspoon flour one half pound lard one half pound chopped raisins or currants and instructs to roll two inches thick and bake quickly then split open, butter and eat while hot.
English anti friction wheel device in railway use
A description from Popular Mechanics discusses an English anti friction wheel device mounted on axles to reduce primary friction. The system uses rollers with journal mounting and metal shields to keep dust out, claimed to cut friction by about half. a major British railway has installed over a thousand units in service.
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Ekelish
Home Life of the Settler in Alberta from Wisconsin Roots
A young Wisconsin woman secured a Canadian Government certificate to ride to Edmonton, Alberta, with a reduced fare at the boundary, and now plans homesteading in Pembina. She and friends report abundant wild fruit, a beautiful country, and prosperous farming near a four-year-old Wisconsin-style farm. The tale highlights life, climate, and optimism in Alberta as part of Canada’s settlement push.
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Wisconsin
Canadian Boundary Line
Edmonton
Alberta
Watch Pont
Milwaukee
Sheetus
Pembina
A Celebrated Basso Draws Voices On Stage
A celebrated bass performs a comic exchange about Herr Growler's entrance and a horse’s uneasy glance toward windows. The lines evoke stage banter and audience amusement as chatter about shattered panes adds humor.
Marine Eye Remedy Ad Claims Quick Relief
Historical ad style claims a cure for red weak watery eyes and granulated eyelids with Merire 1M compounded by onr Orahwiemne. Mentions Morine Uys and Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething. Warns of risks and urges purchase at a bargain counter.
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Dregaints
Parr Batllu
Marine Eye Remecy Co
Chicago
Iowa Woman Well Again in Ottumwa Ad
Ottumwa readers are urged to try Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female troubles after a local testimonial praising its effects. The letter from Hazier Wa mpPier, Ottumwa, credits the remedy with restoring health after years of pain and illness.
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Ottumwa
Iowa
United States
Lydia EL —— Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Hazaier E
WaMpPier
S. Ransom Street
Lydia
Pinkham
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