Tortured for Seven Years by Fruitives Remedy
Mme Joseph Lirette of Sorel Quebec describes seven years of womb disease and severe digestive illness. After six doctors failed, she credits Fruitatives with curing her and saving her life. She urges readers to obtain copies or trial boxes from Fruitatives Limited via Ottawa or dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Aurette
George St
Sorel, Que
Mme
Joseph Lirette
Fruitatives Limited
Ottawa
Blind as a bat and a rambling medical ad spoof
A humorous fragment mix includes a quip about a blind governor and a servant, a sales pitch for Bickle's Anti-Consumptive Syrup claiming it cures colds and throat diseases, a joke about a family with a leg that runs in the bloodline, and an old medical ad for Hale's Catarrh Cure with a Toledo claim.
Minand's Liniment Advert Says Customer Cured
A customer named Theodore Doreis was completely cured of rheumatism after five years by Minard's Liniment. Verification can be obtained by contacting him the Parish Priest or neighbors. A Cote, Merchant St Isidore Que May 12 1898.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minand’s Liniment Co., Limited
Theodore Doreis
Minard
A. Cote
St. Isidore
Que
Dusty Question Traces Car Racing as Business Claim
A remark challenges the notion of car racing as a paid enterprise, prompting a response about the dust raised by the sport. The dialogue hints at skepticism toward professional racing and its commercial aspects.
Minard's Liniment Cures Dandruff Story
A humorous dialogue contrasts personal driving skill with relying on a car's safety. One man extols self reliance in motor cars while the other quips that a hone is safer than a driver. The snippet mentions Minard's Liniment curing dandruff, framing the gag in a light, period voice.
Canadian Wheat for the Stetes
New York reports James A. Patton, a Chicago stock speculator, en route to Europe, predicting U S wheat demand and duty removal. He says Canada especially Manitoba, Alberta and Saskatchewan can boost supply, potentially 500 million bushels annually if needed, and links high living costs to wasteful spending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
James A. Patton
Europe
Air
Patties
Washington
Canada
Maritoba
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Empire
Potten
Archbishop Must Pay Damages for Textbook Letter
Cardinal Ludovig Lucan archbishop of Rheims was condemned by a civil tribunal to pay 1000 for signing the episcopal letter forbidding certain textbooks in public schools. The Public School Teachers Association sued for damages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rheims
France
Ludovig Lucan
Rheiais
Public
Teachers Association
Episcopal
Association
Itching Eruptions Cooled by D D D Prescription
Discover relief for itching eruptions with the D D D Prescription from D D D Laboratories Chicago. A trial bottle is offered free by mail to prove its skin healing power and germ killing action. Available through all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D.D.U
D.D.D Laborawries
Chicago
D.D.D. Laboratories
Dem. T.F
Jordan S&j
Toronto
Hospitality in Louisiana and dining mishaps in a Lippincott tale
A group of drummers share an amused parable about hospitality in Louisiana. A lighted house reveals a crowded two-room shanty with six children, while a gourmet guest complains of poor meals and the waiter offers the bill. The snippets mix jokes about manners and domestic life from a Chicago paper as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lippincott’s
Louisiana
Bridegroom Recalls Witty Dictionary Moment
The groom hums and whistles through the morning as his bride finds a playful note in the dictionary. He jokes that a model is “a small pattern” miniature of something larger, sparking lighthearted laughter between them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dovice
Dr Thomas selectric Oil touted for nerve and muscle relief
An Irish native begins a journey with a ticket cue as a passenger follows a woman to the box. The scene contrasts a miss with a man saying a humorous marriage status for travel. The ad-like note extols the liniment's curative claims and suggests a trial will prove its merit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
Zam-Buk Heals Four-Year Sore Claim Toronto Testimony
Mrs. Wilson of 110 Wickson Ave Toronto testifies Zam-Buk cured a four year sore on her face after doctors failed. She bought Zam-Buk from a local druggist and within weeks saw healing with a lasting result. The ad urges Zam-Buk for eczema ulcers skin eruptions and other injuries at 50c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zam-Ruk Co
Toronto
First Zoo Visit Sparks Child’s Cautious Awe
A three year old on her initial zoo trip clings to her father as an elephant appears. She whispers she will not approach closely, fearing to frighten the massive animal.
Lifebuoy Soap Promises Fresh Bath and Toilet Use
A humorous fragment notes Lifebuoy Soap being refreshing for bath and toilet use, and praises its cleansing effect. The piece then shifts to a staged dialogue about a bed discovery and ends with a jailhouse quip about associates in crime.
New Health and Strength for Weak and Ailing Girls
A testimonial promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as the cure for anemia and weakness in girls and women. Esther E Sproule of Truemanville Nova Scotia describes improved health after using the pills, claiming they restored color and strength. Available from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont or by mail 50c a box of six for 2.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williems
Williema
City fellow trades toil for townward dreams
A narrator observes a city man who pursues a rural life, planting and tending soil while hiding a secret aim. He speaks of country charm and a hoped farm, saving money in autumn for future bucolic plans and eventual relocation to town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ari
Ted
Ani
Parmelee's Vegetable Pills Best Liver Correction
The advertisement touts Parmelee's Vegetable Pills as the leading liver remedy for chills exposure to the elements and dietary excess. It claims no superior liver pill and promotes its corrective power along with testimonials about sailors and long-seafaring journeys.
Cure a Cold in One Day Bromoisine Tablets Ad
Advertising copy promises a fast cure for colds with laxative bromide and quinine tablets. Druggists offer refunds if not effective. Box displays E. W. Grove signature and is priced at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Grove
Nora and the coalman in a blunt kitchen exchange
A cook Nora complains to a coalman about his work and weight of coal. She insists on better weight or they will switch suppliers. The dialogue reveals tension over service and reliability in a domestic setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nora
Marine Eye Remedies Ad Promises Free Eye Book
An ad from Marine Eye Remedy Co. of Chicago offers a free five page illustrated Eye Book and urges readers to write about eye troubles for guidance on application. It claims the remedy relieves sore eyes strengthens weak eyes does not smart soothes eye pain and costs 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
A Doubtful Compliment Encounter
A clergyman guides an old lady through a church and shows a memorial tablet near the pulpit. She eagerly praises the beauty and hopes a similar tribute may be raised for him on the other side, in a genteel but awkward exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sihyly
Two Years Sickness in the Average Life
Medical experts seek to curb years of sickness by boosting blood richness with Dr. Chase's Nerve Food. An Halifax testimonial from Mrs. Story claims renewed strength, improved sleep, and relief from neuralgic head pains after use, noting the product forms new rich red blood and combats fatigue and weakness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Chase
Chace
Chase
Story
Maitland Street
Halifax
N.S
Kase
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Jimmy
Tommy
Neudder
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Zam-Buk
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Weary Walker
Elmer Haycrop
Nick
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