Mystery at the King's Head as a letter and suspects unfold
Lady Anne and Harry escort a murder inquiry from Bloxham to the King's Head. Inspector Hutchins plans to identify a body with a letter, while Lady Anne seeks control of the letter before others read it. The intrusion of Mr Leopold Sarto heightens tension and uncertainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry
Bloxham
King’s Head
Anne
Inspector Hutchins
Lady Anne
Leopold Sarto
Mystery Inquest Reveals Hidden Letter Addressed To Harry
In a tense station scene Marty hesitates as Lady Anne reacts to shocking news. Inspector Hutchins obtains a stout envelope left on a dead man’s body marked for Henry Payne Clavel of New York. The letter inside is addressed to Harry and may be produced at the inquest.
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Marty
Lady Anne
Harry
Inspector Hutchins
Mr. Symonds Aline
Rapivine
Anne
Symonds
Mr. Symonds
Reuben Payne Clavel Symonds
Henry Payne Clavel
Clavelworth
New York
Rayborne
Dorsetshire
Cyril Hotel
Strand
London
Hutchins
Exhausted Nerves Sleepless Nights Advertising Card
An advertisement touts Dr. Chase's Nerve Food as a remedy for sleeplessness and exhausted nerves. It quotes Mrs. Sarah Campbell of St. Thomas Ontario praising the product for restoring rest and vitality, with price details set at 2 shillings 58 pence per box and distribution through Toronto dealers.
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Chase
Sarah Campbell
Alma Street
St. Thomas
Ont
Dr. Chase
Edmanson, Bates & Co., Limited
Toronto
Reuben's Letter Sparks Confrontation in Lady Anne Scene
Lady Anne pleads for Reuben's sealed letter as Harry intervenes. Leopold Sarto enters, shows surprise and jealousy, and the moment hangs as he seeks private talk with Mr. Worth or Clavelworth. The scene ends with a pointed pause and a promise to continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lady Anne
Reuben
Leopold Sarto
Harry
Sarto
Fia
Mr. Sarto
Mr. Worth
Clavelworth
Baby's Own Tables Promise Safe Medicine for Babies
An advertisement claims Baby's Own Tables are the safe medicine for infants, guaranteed by a government analyst as free from injurious drugs. A testimonial from Mrs. Oscar Bedard of Manseau Quebec credits them for her child's survival. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr Williams' Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
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Oscar Bedard
Manbeau
Baby
Dr. Wiilliams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
When a Man Gets the Better of Us We Hate Monotony
The ad notes a man’s advantage makes us doubt and reveals a dislike for monotony. It claims soft corns are hard to eradicate but promises Holloway's Corn Cure draws them out painlessly.
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Holloway
Entertain Therselves at the Club House Next Week
Mrs. Gray has taken her baby to her mother while Kitty Clark elopes with a fruit shop Greek and Tom Slade defauts to Brazil. I have not invited any relatives of these people, so the club should entertain itself.
Postum Proves Health Aid for Coffee-Addicted Patient
A patient with spinal irritation and nervous trouble reports relief after substituting Postum for coffee. She credits improved strength, appetite, and sleep after using Postum, urges others to try the product, and notes Instant Postum’s convenience and uniform flavor advertised by Canadian Postum Cereal Co. Windsor, Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postum
Wellville
Crocer
Canadian Postum Cereal Co., Ltd
Windsor
Ont
Deafness Cure Promises and Odd Ad Claims
An old newspaper snippet promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $100 reward for any deafness case caused by catarrh not cured by the remedy. Also notes the sale by Cheney Co of Toledo and references Haile Family Pills. A humorous aside mocks vacuum cleaners and a housecleaning lifestyle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Cheney & CO
Toledo
Cure 4 Colds in One Day with Laxative Bromos
An advertisement promises to cure four colds in a day using Laxative Bromo Quinize Tablets sold for 25 cents. It includes a money back guarantee signed by E. W. Grove and implies political commentary about defeated candidates not recognizing supporters while successful ones watch fences.
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Drugviste
E. W. Grove
Minard’s Limmert Cures Colds and More
Irreverent Victorian ad copy touts cures and witty maxims. An assortment of health claims follows including Mother Graves Worm Exterminator advertised as the best medicine for worms. The humorous tone riffs on Christmas cigars and domestic life as winter approaches.
A Quip On Witty Cuts And Matrimonial Plans
A humorous exchange features a woman’s misfired aim followed by a sharp remark about wit. A daughter’s marriage is discussed with a mock plan for domestic science training and a sly nod to money making.
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Gertrude Warden
Lock 6 CO
Landen
Giesbeurme Ane Verente
Mrs. Campbell
Minard
Jim Brown
Canada
Zam-Buk
Harness
Eureka
Umperial Oil Company, Limited
Barney
Alen
Tracy
Teele
Briggs Seed CO. i Ie
Winnipeg
Amsea
Limirre
Marrid Coon
Hamemsin
Mr. Spenser
Wiere
Newick
F. Placizer & Co
Ee Er
York
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