Lincoln Stories Show His Wit and Tender Morality
The piece surveys Abraham Lincoln as a raconteur famed for pitch and pun, noting his wit served to ease crises and reveal character. It recounts anecdotes from his early life, courtrooms, and Washington days, including jokes about log cabins, rural life, and a Quaker jury tale.
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Abraham Lincoln
Leonard Swett
Myr
Lincoln
Becky Williams
Sally Dillard
Dan Rice
Circus
Artemus Ward
Emerson
Mr. Lincoln
Washington
Buchanan
Capitol
McLean County
Harvest Excursions Offer Western Crop Tours By Rail
The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway announces harvest excursions to South and North Dakota and other Western regions. Dates include July 21 August 4 18 September 1 15 29 and October 6 20 with a fare two dollars above ONE fare for a round trip. Tickets valid for return on any Tuesday or Friday within twenty one days.
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Chicago
Milwaukee & St. Paul
B’y
North Dakota
Northwest
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Iowa
Minnehaha Lake
Illinois Central
Cadar Falls
Ilinois
Wisconsin
Iowa Falls
Manchester
D. Merry
Cairo
Yazoo
Mississippi Valley
Memphis
New
Merry
A. G
Mississippi
B. P
Skene
J. OG
R. R
Teead cc
The Patient Camel Reforming a Dismal View of the Beast
A Sudan cor expresses wry humor on camels in a London News piece. The author mocks the beast by detailing awkward anatomy and comical flaws while acknowledging its utilitarian role in the Dongola expedition. Dr. Conan Doyle is referenced with implied admiration for the camel.
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Bash
Dongola
Conan Doyle
Sudan
London News
World News Storytelling Captivates Readers With Drama
A London Spectator remark describes how newspapers cover diverse countries and people, presenting history like a panoramic drama. It praises vivid, cinematic reporting that makes personalities visible and events feel continuous and exciting.
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Observer
London Spectator
Proposal Rejected Sparks Vow of Regret
A tense exchange ends with a stern promise of future regret as one party dismisses a proposal and hints at consequences tied to the partner she finally accepts. The dialogue suggests a looming personal clash and unresolved romantic tension.
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Philadelphia
North American
Electric Bitters Advertised for Elderly Health
Old people needing help regulating bowels and kidneys are advised that Electric Bitters offer a true remedy. The tonic contains no whiskey or intoxicants and mildly aids stomach and bowels while strengthening organs. It serves as an appetizer and aids digestion. Price 50 cents and 1.00 per bottle at J N Bacher and Co. drug store.
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J. N. Bacher & Co
Plucky Brigadier Bragg Survives Antietam Wound
Edward B S Bragg lieutenant colonel commands a regiment on Antietam field. A bullet pierced his arm and then a breast wound left him pale but alive. He returns to his unit after dressing, while Nick Gaffney survives a through lung injury, his shot through the body reported by Chicago Times Herald.
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Antietam
Edward
Bragg
John Gibbon
Gibbon
Bartlett
Tam
Nick
Tom
Gaffney
Nick Gaffney
Chicago Times-Herald
Diamonds of Calycanthus alkaloid crystals shown to the NY chemists
The alkaloid of Calycanthus glau cus discovered by Dr Eccles can crystallize with high refractive power like diamonds. The New York section of the American Chemical Society viewed crystals and noted the substance has the highest refractive index among known organics. A nitrose compound of calycanthine forms dark salts producing brilliant green in dilute solution. No therapeutic applications announced. DeWitts Colic and Cholera Cure praised for instant relief in summer complaints.
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Eccles
New York
American Chemical Society
Popular Science N News
G. and C. Headache Capsules Bring Relief
Miss Junio Camr of Monticello Iowa says the G and C headache capsules relieved her severe headache and she recommends them to all afflicted.
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Junio Camr
Monticello
Iowa
Dr Hand Colic Cure and Teething Lotion Ad
An old advertisement touts Dr Hand Colic Cure for infant colic with quick relief by expelling wind and calming nerves. Teething Lotion is offered for teething pain. Also promotes DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve for skin issues and DeWitt's Little Early Risers for headaches and indigestion.
Dr Hand's Teething Lotion Praised by Springfield Mother
Mrs Judson Boyton of Lagonda avenue testifies that Dr Hand's Teething Lotion relieves gum pain and swelling and is harmless as an external application. She endorses Dr Hand's remedies for children and notes availability from druggists at 25 cents.
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Springfield
DeWitts Colic and Cholera Cure Promises Instant Relief
An advertisement urges quick use of DeWitts Colic and Cholera Cure for diarrhoea and cholera morbus. It claims immediate results and restoration of healthy bowels, attributed to J. U1.
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J. U1. Bacher & Co
Two Lives Saved By Dr King New Discovery
Mrs Phoebe Thomas of Junction City TI was told she had consumption but two bottles of Dr Kings New Discovery cured her. Mr Thos Eggers 139 Florida St San Francisco also recovered from a dreadful cold after one bottle. Free trial at J N Bacher Co drug store. Also mentions DeWitts Little Early Risers and DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as cures.
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Phoebe Thomas
Junction City
Dr. King
J. N. Bacher & Co
DeWitts Colic and That Cure Promoted for Season Prep
An underscored ad urges readiness for the green apple season with DeWitt's Colic and That Cure in the home. The snippet mentions J. If. Bacher & Co as sellers or distributors and promotes the remedies for quick relief.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Ad Texted Offers Cure Pledge
An old advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the world’s best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. It promises piles cured or money refunded and sells at 25 cents per box through J. T. Bacher & Co.
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DeWitt
J. N. Bacher & Co
J. T. Bacher & Co
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Kates
Jones County
Bateman & Laing
Eagle Drug Store
A Kempf
Deutsche Apotheke
J.H. Bacher & Co
Nebraska
Crop Report
Utah
Gen
Omaha
Neb
Jesse W. Weir
Herndon
Life of
American Press Association
Edgar County
Usher TI. Linder
Tansey
Rabelais
Congress
William Butler
Abner Y. Ellis
Forties
Sammy
Brown
Gabriel
Tinois
Flora McSlimsey
James II
Murdock
Peninsylvania Avenue
John Brown
Zaccheus
J. LU. Bacher & Co
Dr. Hand
DeWitts
Anazel
Great Pile
J. H. Bacher & Co
Steel Range
Majestic
Eastwood & Chase
Agents
United States
THE
New York Weekly Tribune
Monticello Express
Geo. W. Best
Tribune
New York City
Evocs
Undertakers
J. Hl. Bacher & Co
J. If. Bacher & Oo
Bucklen
Arnica
Montrcello Express
Illinois
Central R
John Wedderburn & CO
Washington, D. C
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