Syrup of Figs Publicity Praised Worldwide
An essay extols Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Company as a model ethical laxative. It notes its wide acceptance in the United States and abroad, its physician endorsement, pleasant taste, and lack of unpleasant after effects, stressing the need for genuine product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Europe
Asia
Africa
California
United States
California Fig Syrup Co
Science Sifts: Ice Volume From Water And Ancient Camp Find
Eleven cubic feet of water yields twelve of ice when frozen. A phonograph at Osborne house carried a greeting cylinder from Menelik to Abyssinia. Erdmann and Dodge show fast word reading in normal text. A Roman camp, 330 by 270 feet, with gates and utensils, dates to Nero. Sewage irrigation of truck farms near Los Angeles faces bans due to health concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osborne House
Isle of Wight
Menelik
Abyssinia
Benno Erdmann
Raymond Dodge
Herzegovina
Los Angeles
Cal
Scarcity and Upgrades Mark Naval War Efforts
Scarcity of steel delays torpedo boat completion while improvements are planned for the powder factory at Indian Head. Cassier’s Magazine features Admiral Melville arguing for triple screws in warships as the United States has 312 vessels, with 189 in the regular navy and 123 auxiliary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indian Head
Cassier
Melville
United States
Peruna Tonic Credited In Women Health Claims
A Chicago housekeeper from 302 Chestnut Street endorses Peruna as the best tonic for general debility liver complaints and dyspepsia. She cites use in female irregularities and nerves, claiming Peruna prevents pelvic catarrh ailments common to women and offers health and beauty guidance sent free by The Peruna Medicine Co. of Columbus Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Makemer
Florence Crittenden Anchorage Mission
Chicago
Chestnut Street
Peruna
Peruna Medicine Co
Columbus
Ohio
An Object Lesson on Macadam Road Construction
The illustration shows how good roads enable larger loads than dirt roads. Prof J A Holmes notes the macadam plan: graded earth, a 12 foot road nine inches thick, central excavation, rolled base, field stone layer, crushed stone layers, and final rolling. Cost averages about $2 000 per mile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Holmes
FARMERS' DAUGHTERS SHOULD MILK AND DRIVE
An Amer ican Cultivator essay argues farm girls should learn milking, harnessing, and driving. It notes women often handle dairy work neatly and calmly and may ride or drive in emergencies to aid a physician. The piece cites examples of capable women who also excel in house and dairy tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
New York
Ripening of cheese tied to milk fermentation not bacteria
J W Allen after westward tour reports findings from Wisconsin station showing ripening depends on fermentation within milk rather than bacteria, contrasting European conclusions. The American results emphasize intrinsic milk enzymes as the main factor in cheese aging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Z. J. W. Allen
Agricultural Department
Washington
Wisconsin
Europe
Proper Road Maintenance Across States
The article argues that even with many miles of improved roads, maintenance is underemphasized. Roads deteriorate without constant care, much like neglected railroads. It cites France where national roads are kept by rail-style maintenance, producing top quality roads worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
One year old trees offer orchard options and cost savings
H F Van Deman argues for selling one year old apple trees citing less root loss and easier setting, lower cost, and easier transport. He notes risks from handling and asserts many find younger trees satisfactory when well cared for, drawing on experience with Kansas customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Jose
Kansas
H. FE. van Deman
Planting Chestnuts From Seed in Field Trials
A Country Gentleman contributor describes simple seed planting tests on a 260 acre farm to grow chestnuts. Using a six tined fork to place nuts under turf produced vigorous two foot trees, while directly plowing and sowing failed. Light coverage and proper conditions yielded some sprouts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Country Gentleman
Protecting Trees and Calf Rearing Tips for Dairies
Practical advice on shield ing fruit trees from mice and borers by wrapping the lower trunk with tarred paper and earth, plus cautions on calf feeding. It warns against feeding fat forming foods to calves and recommends oats with skim milk removed, to develop bone and muscle rather than fat.
Wastefulness Is a Crime in Farming
A Montana Fruit Grower admonishes farmers to curb waste in land, labor, and capital. The piece urges cultivating, reading newspapers, attending fairs, and learning to raise essentials locally to avoid the refrain farming doesn’t pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Miscellaneous items and scientific notes from 1900 era
Pittsburgh plans to spend seven million dollars on parks. Reports from Boston to Philadelphia discuss crusades against noises. M Mau rai n notes gravitation variance, Harriman party finds Alaska glaciers receding, and a new field named after Harriman appears. Adirondack logging harms forests and sparks fires. Tropical plants glow. meadow lily and khut khusshines grass produce light. A robin’s entanglement causes a broken leg but the bird returns yearly. Comptroller Coler lists big cities with public charity subsidies, highlighting New York’s annual private funds exceeding three million dollars.
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Pittsburgh
Boston
Providence
Hartford
Buffalo
Philadelphia
M. Maurain
Journal de Physique
Harriman
Alaska
Adirondacks
Africa
Brazil
John
Crowson
Germantown
Coler
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Milwaukee
Jersey City
Chicago
St. Louis
New Orleans
Detroit
Newark
Minneapolis
Baltimore
Washington
New York
American
Strange Death of Dr. Andrew Martin of Mount Joy
The St Louis Republic reports the lightning death of Dr. Andrew Martin of Mount Joy. A former Forty third Ohio veteran who prayed for protection at Chancellorsville, he later quit medicine and lived as a reclusive church member. He burned his army papers and diplomas before death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Martin
Mount Joy
Martin
Forty-third Ohio
Chancellorsville
Reading
St. Louis Republic
Picturesque Tuscan hats captivate with empire-era style
Fashion notes from the Washington Star describe high crowned hats with turned brims inspired by the empire period. Brims feature puckered black tulle and ostrich plumes, with striated straw blends in greens and mattes. New colors include pink shifting to brown, blue to green, and mauve to magenta, plus lavender and slate tones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Quote exchange between Judge and Roser on money and marriage
A courtroom exchange features the judge advising against marrying a wealthy woman while Roser counters with a humorous take on money in relationships. The dialogue turns on who controls finances and how it affects marriage.
What is an autocrat in Willie-Say style
An autocrat is defined as a man who owns an automobile. The line frames autocrat as a ruler by ownership, using Willie and Chicago Evening News tone to describe the concept in plain terms.
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Willie
Chicago Evening News
Passing of the Horse and the rise of modern remedies
In a short piece the author notes progress from horse to automobile as civilization advances. The advertisement extols Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a long selling, superior remedy for stomach and liver troubles, claiming it as nature's own cure for dyspepsia and weak stomach.
Definitions and cautions in daily life and remedies
A collage of humorous definitions on topics from love to law, plus a health warning about mercury in nostrums. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by I J Cheney Co as a mercury free internal remedy with testimonials and Toledo, Ohio origin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayll
I. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Hall
Ohio
J, Cheney & Co
Dewey Says No Grievances on Manila Command
A Ladies' Home Journal vignette recalls Admiral Dewey replying to a question about being sent to the Asiatic station. He quips that he has no grievances for years and notes Spain owns the Philippines, reflecting his sailor’s luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey
Manila
Hong Kong
Spain
Asiatic
Ladies’ Home Journal
Rent a Farm on the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Line
Promote farm ownership in Marinette County Wisconsin urging buyers to purchase cheaper than rent. Claims rich crops, ample work, good markets, favorable climate, soft water, long payment terms. Directs inquiries to land agent C J Rollins at 161 La Salle Street Chicago Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Marinette County
Wisconsin
C. J. Rollins
la Salle St
Chicago
Ill
Last Wish: Automobile Hearse at Funeral Prompted by Revenge
A man kicked by a horse opens his eyes and, before dying, asks for an automobile hearse at his funeral. The scene hints that revenge remains powerful even after death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. Y. Press
Grain-O replaces coffee for better sleep
Grain-O promises a calm night by replacing coffee with a nourishing grain drink. It is advertised as non stimulating and suitable for nervous people, youths, and children, tasting like coffee while helping rest. Packaged in 15 and 25 cent sizes, available at grocers.
Vase of Seventieth-Secession Dollars Shown
Mrs Oldschool and Ms Newrich discuss a Secession vase containing over 60 of the loveliest dollars. The exchange reflects a jewelry trade anecdote featured in Jewelers Weekly.
Lane's Family Medicine Claims Daily Bowel Aid
Advertises Lane's Family Medicine as a daily bowel movement aid that acts gently on the liver and kidneys and cures sick headache. Priced at 25 and 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lane
Sensible or Pretty: a Moment’s Belief in a Tale
A woman believes a man when he says she is sensible after recently believing him that she was pretty. The note cites era advertisements and quotes from papers such as Detroit Journal and Atchison Globe. It references laxatives and cure claims, a lawyer’s boast to a railroad jury, and a mail parasitic health ad from Mayville Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit Journal
Women Speak On Lydia Pinkham Remedy Benefits
Letters from Anna E Hatt of Milldale Conn and Enien Flanagan of Philadelphia Pa praise Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for nerve trouble back pain womb issues neuralgia and chronic dyspepsia. Both women report relief and urge others to try the remedy.
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Pinkham
Anna E. Hatt
Milldale
Conn
Enien Flanagan
Mountain St
Philadelphia
Lydia E. Pinkham
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