Pink Pills Promise Cure For Indigestion Through Blood
An advertisement style piece argues indigestion is cured only by pure red blood supplied by Dr. Williams' Pink Pills. It claims purgatives and digesting drugs weaken stomach function and cites a testimonial from Mrs. Alfred Gallant of Mill River, P E I as proof. It also mentions where to obtain the pills and includes other brief ad lines on Worm Exterminator and Holloway's Corn Cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams
Williams
Alfred Gallant
Mill River
Drowning Rescue Advice From Recreation Magazine
Steps for safe water rescues advise removing outer clothing before entering the water to swim faster and reach the victim, then using back of neck grips or armpits to lift. Guidance covers dealing with panicked victims, methods to approach and control a struggler, and techniques to carry and revive the rescued person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terra Firma
Loon the Dog Remembers Eddie on a Nova Scotia Visit
The narrative recounts Eddie and a Newfoundland hound named Loon in Maitland Nova Scotia. Loon recognizes Eddie after a long separation, howling in sorrow and refusing to emerge from under a house. Eddie recalls Loon as intelligent and affectionate, and the group notes dogs’ memory while seeking explanations.
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Loon
Nova Scotia
Albert Bigelow Paine
Leon
Maitland
Eddie
Marriage Mart Draws Bachelors From Belgium and Beyond
Two thousand bachelors from Belgium and neighboring regions gathered at Ecaus-sines-Lalaing for the sixth annual Whitsuntide marriage mart. Men of varied trades arrived by train, welcomed by the Spinster Committee, with nuptial tunes, table seating, singing, and a closing dance.
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Belgium
France
Germany
Ecaussines-Lalaing
Whitsuntide
Feaussines
Luxemburg
Grande Place
Keep Children Well During Hot Weather
Mothers should guard babies against summer illnesses like cholera infantum diarrhoea and stomach troubles. Baby's Own Tablets are advertised to prevent or quickly cure such issues and are sold for 25 cents a box by The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Geo. Howell
Sandy Beach
Que
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Oil versus coal gains attention for boilers in England
Oil is seen as costlier but more convenient cleaner and efficient for stationary and marine boilers. A pound of oil yields about 35 percent more heat than coal equal weight and oil requires less space, aiding ship use. Recent improvements include better oil spraying and burning methods.
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England
New grain handling system at Millwall Docks London
A new grain lifting and storage system is now in use at Millwall Docks. Pneumatic elevators draw grain from ship holds at 75 tons per hour each, four operate simultaneously. Grain is lifted 80 feet via flexible pipes to a quay granary, then moved by electrically driven band conveyors over 2 1/2 miles to storage.
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Millwall Docks
London
St Margaret's College pupils and prospects illustrated
An illustrated prospectus shows St Margaret's College pupils by the ear with many pursuing higher education. Eighteen attend universities. fourteen teach music. four paint for the Ontario Society of Artists. two exhibit with the Royal Canadian Academy. four teach. three work in journalism. nine are trained nurses. The prospectus is available from the Secretary, St Margaret's College, Toronto.
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St. Margaret’s College
Ontario Society of Artists
Royal Canadian Academy
Toronto
South Polar Minerals and Antarctic Coal Prospects
Exploration reveals Antarctica yields valuable minerals including coal. Professor David notes potential profitable mining in Australia. Also mentions Standard Medicine-Parmelee's Vegetable Pills praised for digestive benefits and ease of use.
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Antarctic
David
Shackleton
Mount
Erebus
Australia
A Land of Old Tins in Hayti A Social Chronicle
A British consular report highlights Hayti's island economy and kitchen practices. Old tins dominate cooking and storage from five pound butter tins to condensed milk mugs while flies spread typhoid and smallpox. adverts tout Wilsons Fly Pads and Perry Davis Painkiller alongside eye remedies and Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil.
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Hayti
Black Republic
Foreign Office
Wilson
Marine Eye Remedy Ad and Domestic Scene
An advertisement touts Marine Eye Remedy as a reliable eye pain relief product. A domestic dialogue shows Harry and Mary arguing about waiting, highlighting social impatience in a brief domestic vignette.
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Marine Eye Remedy
Marine
Marine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
M Marine
Banishig The Motors In Hyde Park Change Of Scene
The article notes Hyde Park restricts motor traffic in afternoons and evenings transforming its appearance formerly crowded with carriages. It recalls royal processions with Queen, mounted police, and bright park views now replaced by sparse carriages and a calmer scene per Gentlewoman observations.
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London
Hyde Park
Park
Albert Memorial
Hyde Park Corner
Marble Arch
Streets Blocked by Motors In Busy City Scene
A crowded street scene describes drivers and taxis clogging roads making passage difficult for hurried pedestrians and travelers. The text emphasizes the congestion and the impact on daily movement in the area.
Take Up Thy Bed and Walk Miracle Tale and Remedies
A Scots poet preacher explains the scriptural phrase about carrying a bed as a mat. The column warns of rapid cholera and dysentery and promotes Kellogg's Dysentery Cordial as quick relief before a doctor arrives. A note on counterfeit Menthol Plaster and a wedding quip closes.
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Walter C. Smith
J. D. Kellogg
Visconti scheme to seize Novara and Della Scala’s fate
In a tense negotiation, Coni Visconti vows to march from Milan to burn villages and seize banners, launching a plot to liberate the imprisoned Della Scala’s wife and entangle Veronese forces. The dialogue reveals coercive plans, betrayals, and a web of loyalties as Vizi and de Lana discuss orders and alliances.
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Della Scala Brescia
de Lana
Visconti
Biven
Lana
Vizi
Seala
Veronese
Tery
Piedmont
Della Scala
Wil
Giannette
Tine
Gionnotno
News of Siege and Refuge in Xova Amidst Moldenese Straits
In a tense tower vigil, Ippolite d Este laments the lack of news as Visconti probes Xova. Sin hundred trained soldiers remain as the Estes fortify Novara, after storming and seizing the town. Magenta lies nearby with Estes holding ground while Moldeneses retreat.
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Ippolite d Este
Xova
Vincens
Novara
Visconti
Estes
Magenta
Mastino
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Toronte
South Polar Minerals
Parmelee
Perry Davis
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Thomas
Harry
Mary
Davis & Lawrence Co
Makss
Camfrally
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D. Q. Toiet
Isoap
Atlantic Soap Co
Fetter
Continental Life Inurance Company
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Crowia Medics
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Coimtmision
Jupyree
American Investment Association
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Alexandr Warden
Croxer
Toronto Strees
Richmond
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Campbell Power Press
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S. Frank Wilson
W. E. Jones
Coard
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