Notes About California by W H Heilman
W H Heilman of Bakersfield writes to Alex Mettelka about California life with weather quirks costly frost damage to citrus, scarce rain, and a shift in wages. He details oil field work near a Standard area, air compression efforts, large storage, and a looming refinery while noting job changes and past ventures in Texas and California.
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Texas
South
Standard
Associated
Los Angeles
Jamon
Cure for eczema praised by local store ad copy
An old advertisement touts D D D Prescription as a skin remedy that penetrates to the inner skin to stop itching. It claims other salves fail to reach eczema germs and offers a money back guarantee if immediate relief isn’t found.
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D.D.D
Idlemen Ground Drift A Letter From an Old Resident
An informal letter recalls life at Idlemen Ground. The writer asks about Miller and old acquaintances, requests news of the place, and sends greetings to friends including Bob Sebroeder. The tone is nostalgic, seeking updates from Alex and the community.
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Alex
Miller
Bob Sebroeder
Wisconsin breeder urges pure sires for better draft horses
Dr A S Alexander of the Wisconsin College of Agriculture told Neillsville audiences that crossing types undermines horse quality. He warned that sound grade draft horses remain in demand and urged farmers to organize around pure sires and purebred mares, boosting regional reputation. Clark County Horse Breeders' association formed with 30 members, geo E Crothers elected secretary.
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A.S. Alexander
College of Agriculture
University of Wisconsin
Neillsville
Alexander
Clark County
Horse Breeders’ Association
Geo. E. Crothers
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Marshfield Reader
A reader from Marshfield Wisconsin reports Doan's Kidney Pills eased his kidney weakness and painful passages after trying the remedy following advice to help the kidneys. He bought them at Sexton Bros Drug Store and saw swift relief.
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Doan
Marshfield
James Ward
Fourth St
Wis
Dean
Sexton Bros. Drug Store
Save Your Dogs and Children Colds Adverts
An old advertisement column promotes Humphrey's Veterinary Specifics for emergency dog care and offers a free 500 page book on care of animals. It also urges Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for quick cold cures for children and lists R J Strauss as seller.
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Humphrey
Humphrey’s Medicine Co
William Sty
New York City
R. J. Strauss
Mission Mark for Missions Grows in Other Lands
Dr Riley Russell reports Seventh Day Adventists expanding missions in Korea with 92 baptisms last summer and three new churches near organization. A four year goal of one million dollars from Sabbath schools is set for 1913 to 1916, aiming to fund foreign work and outreach amid rising patient aid and health campaigns.
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Seventh Day Denomination
Sher
Seventh Day Adventists
Seventh Day Adventist Sabbath School
L. Flora Plummer
Washington, D. C
General Sabbath School Department
Sabpath
Riley Russell
Korra
Christ
Seventh Day Adventists Extend Work in 67 Countries
The article notes that Adventists are active in 67 countries, with fifty added in the last sixteen years. In line with Mrs. Platmer's request, the Sabbath-school here has pledged its near cooperation during 1913.
Grace Overland Limited Inauguration Marks Fast Transcontinental Rail Travel
The Chicago and North Western Railway will inaugurate its Grace Overland Limited with an all steel sleeping car service from Chicago to San Francisco in 64 hours 30 minutes saving one business day. Eastbound trains depart San Francisco Saturdays at 2 pm reaching Chicago by 9 am third morning. The train features vapor heated electrically lighted and ventilated cars with premium services and en route market bulletins.
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Chicago and North Western Railway
Chicago
San Francisco
Sef Willj
Chicago and North Western
Union Pacific
Southern Pacific
Lumbagu Promoted by Dr Miles Anti-Pain Pills Ad
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills for relief, claiming lumbago symptoms improve with regular use. The copy emphasizes quick action, appeals to tired workers, and urges readers to obtain the remedy through local stores.
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Miles
Toese
Also Mentioned on This Page
California
W. H. Heilman
Alex Mettelka
Bakersfield
Cal
West
Mr. Heilman
George Heilman
A. H. Miller
Miller & Heilman
McMillan
Sexton Brothers
Incorporated
Wood County
Taylor & Scott Co., Wood County Abstracts
Grand Rapids
Wisconsin
Jno
M. Sartell
S. Cherry St
Tiffealt Kamps Mer. Co
C.B. Edwards
Over Marshfield State Bank
Clark County Association
Walter Laabs
Mgr
Korea
Western
Canada
North Pacific
Arizona
New Mexico
EL Paso
Tex
Soo” Line
Minneapolis
Mina
Inaugurate
Grace Overland Limited
E. F. Mechler
Teweler
Marshfield, Wis
Northwestern Commission Co
Wausau, Wis
North Side
Louie Baumann
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