California Syrup of Figs Advertises Gentle Child Health
An old advertisement instructs mothers to use California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for sick, fussy, or constipated children. It claims quick relief from coated tongues, stomach upset, and bowel buildup, promising a playful, well child after a few hours. The copy warns against counterfeits and urges checking for the California Fig Syrup Company seal.
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Cross
California
California Fig Syrup, Company
Adv
Questioning the Chairman on Senate Committees
A lively line captures a young visitor asking the state senate about the current stance of standing committees. The chairman offers guidance as she pursues the details of committee alignments and influence.
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State Senate
Cuticura Advertises Soap Ointment for Hands
An old Cuticura ad touts using Cuticura Soap to wash hands and Cuticura Ointment to dry and rub in after soapy suds. It notes removing surplus Ointment with tissue and claims Cuticura covers all toilet needs with Soap Ointment and Talcum.
Noisy Couple’s Silence Mirrors Prosperity Test
In a wry quip a speaker notes a deaf and dumb couple on bad terms because they do not speak. The remark implies that wealth tests even those who cannot hear or speak, hinting at the strains of prosperity.
Go Back to Nature for Health with Dr. Pierce Pellets
An old health column extols returning to nature to cure illnesses with vegetation. It cites animal instinct, cites Dr. Pierce of Buffalo and his Pleasant Pellets made from Mayapple Aloe Jalap leaves, and urges readers to use them to relieve constipation and restore health.
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Dr. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Iowa Legislature Debates Unicameral Proposal and Wide Reforms
Iowa senators advance a plan for a one house unicameral legislature with at large elections and broad powers. Proposals include alien land restrictions, city licensing of utilities, primary election reform, vocational schools funding, and major expansions of the state fair grounds. Legislators also discuss taxes, education, and public health measures amid vigorous debate and pending adjournment.
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Iowa
James Wilson
Appanoose County
Wilson
Senate
Frailey
Lee County
Hauge
House Committee On
J. B. Weaver
Polk County
Weaver
Wallace H. Arney
Marshall County
Senate Committee On Public Health
T. F. Duhigg
Whitmore
A.L. Broxam
Jackson County
Iowa Pharmaceutical Association
Hyans
Bremer County
Kingland
Winnebago
Iowa Assembly
Representative Powers
Crawford County
House
Des Moines
United States
Will King of
House of the
Williams
Council Bluffs
A. O. Hauge
Clover Hill
Board of Supervisors
Senate Committee On Public Schools
David Meredith
Jasper County
Monroe County
Senator Price
Iowa City
Klaus
Delaware
Byington
Johnson County
House Appropriations Committee
Osceola County
Havner
State Department of Justice
Western Canada Aims to Feed the World Through Mixed Farming
The piece extols land wealth for stock raising and wheat in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. It highlights rising hog production, future wheat potential, and a shift toward mixed farming with vegetables, poultry, dairy, and home markets. It notes railways expand markets, coal and wood resources, and agricultural education boosting production.
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Alberta
Red Deer
Peace River
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Canada
New Zealand
England
Edmonton
Western Canada
Lfe
Dominion
Europe
Vermilion
Gary Motor Truck Company plans wide expansion in transportation
The Gary Motor Truck Company of Gary Indiana argues for greater use of motor trucks to ease highway congestion and move coal crops and merchandise. It reports three years of growth with 42 percent earnings this fiscal year, and outlines expansion plans, leadership, and nationwide sales coverage.
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Gary Motor Truck Company
Gary
Indiana
Gary Motor Company
W. H. O'Donnell
L. A. O'Donnell
O. W Cole
O. W. Nichols
Broadway
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Perione
Dodd
Eerie
Price Liat
P.O
Co Bay, Wis
Parker
Drugeiste
Legislative News
Lyon County
Eldora
van Alstine
Pocahontas County
State Dairy Department
State University Hospital
Haskel
Linn County
Western
Gray
Mother Gray
Ruggists
Comort
Eatonic
Big 4
Nell
CW Cole
LV. Nichols
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