Hood's Sarsaparilla Praised by Townsman in Health Ad
A well known man credits Hood's Sarsaparilla with curing rheumatism and boosting energy for business. Another testimonial from Ole J. Arcuier of Dayton says hip sores and rheumatism vanished after use. A B & O Railroad baggage master Thomas Cotes from Sandusky reports improved appetite, digestion and sleep.
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Hood
Ole J. Arcuer
Dudley Street
Dayton
Ohio
Thomas Cotes
Carr
Sandusiky, Ohio
Thought Angel Food Should Have the Right Kind of Brand on It
A California prison physician’s wife kept an ex inmate in her kitchen. John, a well behaved Chinaman serving a theft sentence, cooked an elaborate dinner and presented a large angel cake with the name Hear on top. The scene amused guests and startled the hostess.
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Angel Food
California State Prison
John
Gallant Prince Ideal vs Streetcar Duty in Local Note
A letter contends men cannot be fairy tale princes but can offer a seat to a tired woman who has spent the day shopping to clothe a family of six with the husband’s two twenty-five dollar gift. The author, L. A. W. Bulletin, reflects on everyday acts of courtesy in city life.
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L. A. W. Bulletin
Hall
FF. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney & Co
Ball
Revival Preacher Jarvis Noted by Indiana Grocer
A Seay grocer recalls Brother Jarvis as the biggest revival preacher seen locally. He says the preacher moved the community to settle debts after his meetings. The quip contrasts with a century plant described as aging rather than blooming.
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Seay Grocer
Jarvis
Indianapolis Journal
Pe r In a Remedy Ad Opinion From Women
The letter from Susan Wymar of Richmond school Chicago endorses Pe r una for sleeplessness and overwork relief. Racine Wis. reader Margaret Dauben praises it for female complaints and health changes. Free book by Dr. Hartman Health and Beauty offered from Columbus Ohio.
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Susan Wymar
Richmond
Chicago
Hartman
Marc'aretha Dauben
North Superior St
Racine City
Wis
Pen
Dr. Hartman
Columbus, O
Trusts as a Party Issue in Democratic Fight
Leading Democrats pledge to elevate the trust issue in the next national campaign and sidelining Bryan’s planks. Bryan signals readiness to follow convention decisions, warning individuals cannot define democracy for the party. The piece forecasts limited Democratic strength on the trust issue, with or without Bryan.
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Bryan
William J. Bryan
Perry Belmont
Democratic Party
William
Shattered Factions Disturb New York Democratic Dinner Scene
The piece sketches a fractured New York Democratic scene with Crokerites and Lorganites at odds, Altgeld aligned with Bryanite Chicago platformists, and Cleveland loyalists planning attacks on both sides. It notes Bryan’s likely independent bid if he fails to secure the nomination and cites historical splits under Harrison and Palmer.
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New York City
Crokerites
Lorganites
New York Democracy
Cleveland
Altgeld
National Democratic Committee
Harrison
Chicago
Democratic Party
Bryan
Belmont
Palmer
Monopolies, Trusts and Tariffs in National Politics
The Chicago Post argues government cannot curb monopolies beyond existing laws and notes the Republican platform will distinguish legitimate consolidation from price‑boosting trusts. It predicts a tariff pledge against trust industries and says Democrats lack issues or viable material.
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Congress
Bryan Democracy
Chicago Post
PRESS OPINIONS SILVER IN THE SCATTERING COLUMN
A compilation of 1899 editorial reacts to silver and monetary policy across papers. It notes St Louis Globe-Democrat on spring elections and silver, Iowa State Register on wage headlines, Columbus State Journal on czar disarmament and unemployment, Troy Times on Ohio Michigan gains, Canton mayoral change, and Indianapolis Journal on gold versus silver value.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Cedar Rapids
Iowa State Register
Columbus
State Journal
Ohio
Michigan
Canton
Troy
Irl
North Carolina
Congress
Indianapolis Journal
Democratic feuds threaten 1900 unity and party rise
The piece notes internal Democratic splits in the west and south over Bryan and the Chicago platform, predicting continued feuds at dinners honoring Jefferson. It contrasts leadership strength with party weakness and cites reactions from St Louis Globe-Democrat and Minneapolis Journal.
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Democrats
Altgeld
Chicago Platform Democracy
Bryan
Democratic Party
Jefferson
New York
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Minnesota and Wisconsin Delegates Praise Alberta Land Boom
A Edmonton Bulletin report quotes five delegates from Minnesota and Wisconsin praising Alberta after six days touring farms. They cite high yields, prosperous stock, affordable coal and wood, and comfortable climate, with plans to return and settle. They note Arberta offers homes for millions and express confidence for farmers to move north.
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Minnesota
Wisconsin
Edmonton Bulletin
Alberta
McLean
Ada
Edmonton
Alberth
United States
Floyd Dean
E. 8. Dean
Beanville
Mich
Almanac Remembered While Embracing City Life
An elderly narrator recalls leaving the farm after his mother’s death to live with his daughter in the city. He savors city comforts yet longs for the familiar yellow almanac on his kitchen wall, contrasting old calendars with new styles and dusty humor. The piece blends verses, quotations, and period ad copy about remedies and household wisdom.
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Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Suggestions for Spring Cleaning from Eliza Parker
Advice on planning and performing spring cleaning using good judgment and management. Start in early May with prepared supplies such as brooms brushes tacks and strings. Clean windows and surfaces with warm water Ivory Soap plus lime and borax to purify and deodorize.
No man is so good that his neighbors can't see room for improvement
A brief aphorism from the Chicago Daily News notes that even highly regarded individuals have aspects open to improvement, reflecting a common journalistic voice of social commentary.
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Bryan
Minneapolis Journal
Chicago Evening News
Chicago Daily
Chicago Daily News
Grain O New Grain O Drink Promoted as Coffee Alternative
Try Grain-O. A new food drink to replace coffee marketed as safe for children and adults. It imitates the rich color of mocha yet is made from pure grains and costs 15 to 25 cents per package. Sold by grocers with claims of gentle digestion and broad appeal. Also an unrelated testimonial mentions Piso’s Cure for Consumption from Harrisburg, Pa.
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