Dodson's Liver Tone Beats Calomel for Bilious Feelings
An advertisement urges readers to skip calomel a Mercury based laxative. It promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable remedy that cleanses the liver and bowels, guarantees relief within a spoonful, and even suits children without causing salivation.
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Dodson
The Speechless Wives and the Waves
A woman asks what the wild waves say as she stands on the silver lining of the main. The man responds that they speak loudly yet convey nothing, likening them to some people they know who make noise without substance.
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Maria
Died of Premature Old Age Insight and Remedies
The piece discusses premature old age linked to kidney degeneration and auto intoxication. It advocates drinking pure water and taking Anurie before meals to ease kidney work and cites relief from rheumatism dropsy and sleeplessness. It also notes Berlin dust usage in paving blocks, and A Lafrance of Ottawa with six sons in the British army.
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A. Lafrance
Ottawa
Ontario
Green's August Flower advertised extract remedy
Advertises Green's August Flower as a stomach and liver regulator for numerous ailments arising from digestion troubles. Claims quick relief after two doses and fifty years use across the United States and other countries. Also mentions bread as life and notes a tariff on auto imports in Switzerland.
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United States
Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Praised
Oklahoma City resident Mrs. G. W. Bryce credits the tonic with restoring health after six months in bed and five doctors failed. She reports rapid improvement after two weeks and endorses the medicine as a great remedy available from local dealers or by mail from Buffalo New York.
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Oklahoma City
Okla
Dr. Pierce
G. W. Bryce
W. Noble
Invalids
Buffalo
N. Y
Is Mr Jones at Home
A brief exchange notes the question about Mr Jones's whereabouts and confirms he will be found at the clubs Passing Show, indicating entertainment venue attendance or appearance.
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Mr. Jones
Laxative Quinine Tablets Promoted for Colds and Flu
An old advertisement urges readers to take Laxative Quinine Tablets for coughs colds la grippe and headache. It claims prompt relief and lists a price of 25e Ady. The note ends with a wry remark about self seriousness inviting ridicule.
Courageous American trio keep Vigilant afloat in epic gale
Three American seamen Bob Fergusson Tom Welch and John Smith earned a British salvage court hearing and $25 000 for their daring stand aboard the tug Vigilant of New York. Amid a ferocious Atlantic storm they refused aid, crewed through, and steered to Cardiff after the Ryndam abandoned them.
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London
Bob Fergusson
San Francisco
Tom Welch
John Smith
Ox Sn
Vigilant
New York
Atlantic
Cardiff
Ince
Queenstown
Tace
Ryndam
Laaugh
Welch
Smith
Flying Fox
Court Awards Salvage in Hard Fought Claim
Fergusson pursued salvage after a ship incident. Owners offered $1,000 plus an inscribed gold watch and $500 to each seaman. He rejected the offer, fought in court, and secured $12,500. Welch and Smith received $6,500 each.
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Fergusson
Ferguson
Welch
Smith
Runaway Girl Amy Mitting Said To Have Royal Blood
Portland seeks care for Amy Mitting thirteen who has run from home repeatedly. Friends call her The Little Bird Girl of the Woods and say she is of noble blood. She hid with her dog in a church basement and later in a cemetery before juvenile court workers intervened. Her mother claims royal English and Russian ancestry but notes a mor ganatic marriage led to disownment. Amy fears returning home, says she would be beaten, while her mother denies mistreatment.
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Portland
Ore
Amy Mitting
John Mitting
Amy
Bugles Blowand Rally Call to Arms
Adapted verse from Folger McKinsey published in the Sun Baltimore urges soldiers to rally. The poem evokes bugles drums and marching crowds moving from border to wall with calls to leave loved ones behind.
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Folger McKinsey
In the Sun
Baltimore
Weather signals on locomotives boost forecast reach
Hutchison Kansas. Weather signal flags are carried on Anthony and Northern Railway locomotives. Weather bulletins are wired to conductors every morning and flags are hoisted on the engines. President Byers says farmers along the line watch trains for the forecast and the signals aid track gangs.
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Hutchison
Kan
Anthony & Northern Railway Company
Byers
Wolves Attack Wounded at Polish Front Skirmish
Russian and German scouts clashed with a large wolf pack that charged wounded soldiers. About 50 wolves were killed before both sides resumed their trenches. Hunger and bold wolves threaten outposts across winter fronts.
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Petrograd
Women to fill non combatant posts in British army
London reports military authorities plan a scheme replacing men with women in non combatant roles in Great Britain and France. The Express notes about 80 000 women already work in army jobs and the new plan could open thousands more vacancies including cooks canteen workers and clerical staff. An additional item about 97 year old California supervisor Charles W Hendel traveling by snow shoes to a Quincey meeting and surviving a stage sled accident.
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France
London
The
Express
Great Britain
Oroville
Cal
Charles W. Hendel
Plumas County
Quincey
la Porte
Strawberry Valley
Forbestown
Robinson Mills
California
Doctor Receives Share of Marquis Wheat Profit
Dr. John Gilbert of Pomeroy Washington received a check for 2517.22 as his share of the Marquis wheat crop. The crop was grown on 70 acres at ten dollars per acre, farmland previously used to graze sheep.
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Pomeroy, Wash
John Gilbert
Coal Sent by Mail to Ease Baker Ore Coal Shortage
Baker Oregon seeks relief from a coal famine as dealers order Rock Springs Wyoming mine coal sent by parcel post. The shipment started but a snowstorm halted mail trains, with postage listed at 88 dollars per ton.
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Baker, Ore
Rock Springs
Wyo
Baker
Papes Diapepsin Marketed As Quick Stomach Regulator
A 50 cent case of Pape's Diapepin is advertised to quickly relieve dyspepsia indigestion gas heartburn and sour stomach in five minutes. The ad claims it neutralizes indigestible food and bile, prevents headaches and foul breath, and offers a hundred dollars worth of satisfaction.
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Pape
Subtext of a Social Evening Reveals Relationship Tensions
A fragment shows a conversational exchange about a woman and a man at a social event. The lines hint at ongoing engagements and evolving affection with a hint of doubt about the woman's feelings or the propriety of dancing together. The dialogue captures subtle social dynamics and unspoken expectations.
Tetterine Proclaimed Remedy for Skin Ailments
Boland Ball of Macon Ga declares Tetterine a universal cure for tetter eczema ringworm and other itching skin diseases with instant relief and permanent cures after thirty years in the drug business. He cites hand cures and mentions 50 cent price plus mail order from J T Shuptrine Savannah Ga advertising.
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Boland Ball
Macon
J. T. Shuptrine
Savannah
The Difference Knocker Exchange Gently Turns Humble
A lighthearted exchange between Mrs. Gay and Mrs. Gouch about inner and outer knockers. The humor hinges on a self mockery of social manners and domestic life. The banter captures social tone and cadence of the period.
New Car Enamel BLAXSHINE Promises Quick Home Finish
A new black auto enamel BLAXSHINE from Twin City Varnish Co. in St Paul claims easy overnight application and a glossy crack resistant finish. Priced at 2.85 for enough enamel plus outfit, with free sample offer and money back guarantee.
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Twin City Varnish Co
St. Paul
Gossip and suitors swirl around a pretty debutante
A lively social note reports a stylish debutante attracting numerous admirers and inquiries from eligible bachelors, hinting at upcoming matches at a city gathering.
Castoria Safety Reminder From Longtime Brand
Mothers urged to inspect every bottle of Castoria for the familiar signature of Vecchi. The famous remedy, used for over 30 years, is trusted by families for infants and children as Fletcher's Castoria.
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Fletcher
England Suspends Juries Drawn Into Legal Deadlock
A remark notes suspending juries in England may lead to hung juries. The exchange suggests concern about ongoing jury impasses and potential judicial delays.
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England
Danderine promises new hair growth and shinier locks
An old advertisement promotes Knowlton's Danderine claiming it cleanses dust and oil, stops itching and hair loss, and over weeks leads to new hair growth. It urges purchase of a 25 cent bottle and asserts dramatic improve ment in hair softness and fullness.
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Knowlton
Adv
Femenina touted as wonder remedy for female disorders
An advertisement from New York City proclaims Femenina as a miracle cure for female disorders priced at one dollar with a commission offer. The note also mentions New York City housing eight pension funds.
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New York City
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