Women of Middle Age Find Relief with Pinkham Medicine
Mrs. John W. Watson of Mannington West Virginia reports seven years of illness with left side pain numb spells hot flashes and weakness. After taking Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she gained strength and recovered enough to resume housework and gardening. She urges sick women to try the remedy and notes her Marion County roots and local familiarity.
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Mannington
West V
Lydia E. Pinkham
Marion County
John W. Watsn
R. No. 1
Box 36
Mannington, West Virginia
California Fig Syrup and Health Remedies Ad
Bright old advertisement touts California Fig Syrup as a safe laxative for babies and children, claiming no narcotics, easy liver and bowel action, and authentic labeling. It warns against counterfeits and urges asking druggists for genuine product with directions. It also promotes Roman Eve Balsam for eye freshness and notes 3872 Pearl St. address.
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California
Pearl St
Railroad hearing on ground fire clay rates set for April
The Railroad Commission will hold a hearing on April 8 to consider disputes over rates on ground fire clay in bulk. Texas agencies report bond approvals, educational trips, and university geology plans as the state moves through spring 1924.
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Railroad Commission
Texas
Mason County
Austin
H. P. Bybee
Ane
Interstate Commerce Commission
The
Gulf Coast Lines
International Great Northern Railroad
J. T. Robinson
Brewster
Hudspeth
Presidio
Reevs
Land Office
M. N. Marrs
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Democrats Cant Pick Their Man In Washington Debate
Washington observers parse the Democratic nomination dilemma as leaders name several hopefuls including Underwood Cox Smith Ralston Davis and others while debates over wet versus dry policy and intra party tensions frame the pre convention stage. Congress is busy with politics as public attention centers on Teapot Dome and possible third party threats.
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Edward B. Clark
Washington
John
Reed
Missouri
William G. McAdoo
California
Coolidge
Oscar W. Underwood
Williamg. McAdoo
James M. Cox
Alfred E. Smith
Samuel M. Ralston
John W. Davis
Mr. Underwood
Ohio
Woodrow. Wilson
Cox
Indiana
New York
Ralston
Underwood
Smith
Mr. Bryan
Silver Dick” Bland
Chicago
Congress
Legislative Laborers’ Union
Repubicans
House of Representatives
Tea
Democratic Party
Wolf at the door favors back door over front entry
A well behaved wolf avoids the front door and chooses the back entrance, signaling cautious approach to intrusion.
Cascarets for Liver and Bowels Ad
Box Cascarets advertised to relieve biliousness constipation sick headache indigestion. Drug stores carry this cure marketed with emphasis on liver and bowels relief.
One Year Round Stream Along Lower California Coast
A single perennial stream enters the sea along the entire Lower California coast, longer than the distance from Key West to Boston. This fact highlights the region’s unique hydrology and coastal geography.
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California Coast Line
Key West
Boston
Bayer Aspirin Warning Ad Declares Brand Authenticity
An advertisement urges consumers to look for the Bayer name on aspirin packages or tablets to ensure genuine Bayer Aspirin, claiming safety proven by millions and 23 years of physician approval. warns against imitations.
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Bayer
She'll Learn Phyllis Your Husband Is Wild About You
Dialogue from a New York Sun piece features Lois and Phyllis in a playful exchange about misnaming and affectionate mentions. The husband is described as absent minded yet devoted, with late night dreams praising Lois.
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Phyllis
Lois
New York Sun
Gas mantle heater resembles copper reflector room heater
A copper reflector style heater is described where the heating element is a gas mantle. The description likens the unit to an electric room heater, noting the mantle as the heat source.
Diamond Dyes Packaging Claim and Dyeing Instructions
A traveler warns to always ask for Diamond Dyes and refuses substitutes. The 15 cent package promises simple directions that let any woman dye or tint garments and fabrics, from skirts to draperies, even without prior experience, with color chosen at the drug store.
Widowhood Sparks Quick Search for No 2
A married woman who wishes to be single again leads the field in looking for a second partner as soon as her spouse dies. The remark highlights social attitudes toward widowhood and remarriage.
Scout Boy Delivers Cooking Test At 2 A M
A member of Troop 18 Honolulu woke his scoutmaster at 2 a m during a weekend hike to pass a cooking test. He explained he could not sleep until the test was completed, showing early zeal and advancement in rank.
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Honolulu
Deaf Boy Scout Reaches First Class After Gritty Test
Sydney Sangster, almost totally deaf, persists through multiple scout pace tests. He finally achieves first class rank, becoming the first member of his troop to do so and proving resolve in the Cleveland Leader report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Ohio
Sydney Sangster
No Rest for Pastor's Wife Visitor
A Pelican humor item notes a punchline about a pastor and his wife. A visitor praises a sermon titled One Day's Rest in Seven while the wife jokes she missed it because she had to prepare his dinner.
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Pelican
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Mrs. Walsh
Ehoe
Bellans
City of Dallas
Attorney General's Department
George A. Works
Texas Educational Survey
Rio Grande Valley
W. B. Bizzell
A. & M. College
Europe
International Institute of Agriculture
M. O. Parrish
Texas Medical College
Galveston
Girls’ Training School
Gainesville
Parrish
Vernon
Holt
Neff
C. Stephens
American Smelting and Refining Company
Minasnuevas
Mexico
State Department of Labor
San Antonio
J.S. Myers
W. R. Chapman
Anson
Jones County
W. C. Blanks
Commissioner of Appeals
Jones, Fisher
Kent
Stonewall
Throckmorton
Haskell
Texas Insurance Department
Hartford Fire Insurance Company
Hartford
C. L. Stone
Keeling
Judge Stone
Beaumont
Smith, Crawford & Sonfield
Henderson
State Board of Control
Veterans Hospital
Kerrville
A. W. Cole
National Congress
J. F. Carl
Republican Party
Senate
United States
McAdoo
Doheny
Republican National Committee
Chevrolet
Superior
Cass
Flint, Michigan
Sedam
Chevrolet Motor Company
Detroit, Michigan
General Motors Corporation
Eleraline
Alabastine Company
Grandville Ave
Grand Rapids, Mich
Coipy
du Pont International
E. I. DU Pont DE Nemours & Co., Inc
Sporting Powder
Wilmington
Del
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