Lessons in Naval Battles From the Spanish American War
The article argues that torpedoes and rams played little role in naval fights like Manila Bay and Yalu. It notes Cervera’s loss despite faster ships, praises Gloucester’s gunnery, and lists four conclusions on armor, fireproofing, speed, and marksmanship as keys to victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merrimac
Lieut
Hobson
Yalu
China
Japan
London
Cervera
Blanco
Gloucester
Sampson
A Comrade's Part and a Fall of Logs Near Jevins Inlet
Jim Nesbit and Thomas Gentle, near Jevins inlet about 60 miles from camp, were trapped by a rolling log. Nesbit freed himself but Gentle was crushed and died after two days of aid by Nesbit and Indian carriers who faced refusal and danger. Nesbit then carried on, offering his gold watch for help, and after 15 miles more the burden was finally moved, but Gentle died eight days after the accident. Also contains ads for Cheatham's Chill Tonic, London New York commentary, and fall planting seeds by N. M. Roach with Fly paper and drugs at Jackson's Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Gentle
Green Lake
Wis
Jim Nesbit
Jevins Inlet
Nesbit
Gentle
Vallanda
Vananda
The Pill that Will Is the Pill You Want
A compact guidance piece promotes minimal pill use. It argues pills are necessary but not pleasant, and that fewer taken yields better effects. It implies choosing the right pill ensures the intended work is done without excess.
Ayer's Pills Promoted for Liver and Digestive Ailments
An old advertisement touts Ayer's Pills as a reliable remedy for liver troubles and stomach and bowel diseases, claiming proven results and broad effectiveness. The copy emphasizes universal usefulness and strong reputation as a treatment choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer’s
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Essons
Lift
Cheatham
Jackson Drug Co. A4
New York
Kennebec
Cheatam
Jackson Drug Co
N. M. Roach
Depot
Jackson
Ayer
R. C. Stoddard
Delhi
Ont
Oakley
Lobelville
Tenn
Charles R. White
Pittsgrove
N. J
A. L. Jones
Elizabeth City
N. C
J. C. Ayer
Staple Groceries
C. F. Knight
Mena Street
Honert Avenue
THE
Mena Bottling Works
Lee and Soda Water
Fred Raush, Mer
Harry
Winn
F. Fansler
Electric Studio
Winns Fansler
Polk County
Southwest
Fort Arthur
Ough Express
Poteau
Mena
Texarkana
Shreveport
Hornbeck
Port Arthur
Sunda
D.J. Caverry
C. One, G.P. A
State OF Arkansas
Arkansas
Saar Ifniaat
of Arknsas
Heme
Erighig
Bentei
Polk
Arkange
America
John J. Ingalls
Kansas
Spain
WN. D. Thompson Publishing CO
ST. Louis, MO
New York City
W. R- Blocksom & CO
Undertakers
Wheeler & Wilson
Green & Lewis
SFR Palo
Bom
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