Peruna touted by Oklahoma man as last resort remedy
Mr. William F. Wahlberg of Oklahoma City writes that one bottle of Peruna relieved his stomach catarrh after years of doctors and remedies failed. He says he will continue using it and recommends Peruna to readers as a permanent cure. The testimonial cites repeated relief for sufferers who have tried many treatments.
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WM. F. Wahlber
William F. Wahlberg
Oklahoma City
Okla
Peruna
Language mastery and odd global notes mix in 19th century piece
The passage surveys skills from glove cutting to language, reports on French workmen earning $100 weekly, Australia exporting rabbit skins, and a $325000 cost to kill a rabbit population. It notes Dr Joseph Samds in Egypt, German factory wage gains, a Japanese Chile steam line, a dog bathing establishment in Dresden, Cuba's arable land for sugar, and a cryptic wills exchange with Miss Screecher and Sawyer.
Thirst for Knowledge and a Breakfast Food Question
A lecturer responds to questions after an address titled The High Mission of Women in Our Modern Civilization. A dyspeptic man asks where breakfast food names come from. A real estate buyer disputes a pool depth claim, claiming the water is shallower than promised.
Wealthy Ohioan Still Shines Shoes for Fun and Fortune
Al Shartle of Dayton. Ohio, known as a financier, continues to shine shoes at 10 cents a clip despite an estimated fortune. He began in 1867 cooking, switched to polishing for profit, and now works daily except autumn fairs with his brother. He values money but aims to “make another fortune.” He is 57, married, with real estate investments and a lively social home life.
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al Shartle
Aniique
Dayton
Ohio State Journal
Shartle
Ohio
Ife
Liberty to Keep the Laws in International Education
A narrative contrasts U S law and liberty with autocratic rule through a Russian youth touring Washington. He is surprised the Capitol and public buildings are open and that the President must obey laws. The day ends in the Congressional Library with soldiers studying, a scene unimaginable back home.
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Russia
The
Independent
Capitol
White House
Washington
Congressional
Ile
New Jersey farmer credits wife’s spirit for saved life
A New Jersey farmer says his life was saved by the ghost of his wife. A four foot long sausage shaped cake formed a cake at a wedding in a butcher’s lan. In Manchester England power trucks are nicknamed Motor furries and pay well when loaded fully.
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New Jersey
Bis
Manchester
England
Allen's Foot-Ease Cure for Hot Sweating Feet Ad
An advertisement for Allen's Foot-Ease selling through druggists at 26 cents. Claims relief for hot sweating, callus, and swollen aching feet. Includes offer for a trial package free and lists Allen S Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Allen S
Olmsted
le Roy
Eminent surgeon faces risky operation without anesthesia
Patient and parent discuss a necessary operation with a heart condition. The surgeon explains the risk and avoids anesthesia, while the parent asks about the bill, noting it will be substantial.
Remedial Whiskey Mixture for Rheumatism Cited
A home remedy claims a complete cure for rheumatism by mixing half a pint of whiskey with one ounce Toris compound and one ounce Syrup Sarsaparilla Compound. Take tablespoonfuls before meals and at bedtime. Ingredients available at drug stores.
To Shut Of Papa's Income
A brief dialog from the Houston Post notes a couple debating marriage to avoid paying a father’s poker wins. The bride fears losing influence by staying on papa’s good side and the groom worries about his finances after marriage.
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Papa
Houston Post
I'll see that you order that ironstone china set
A light hearted odds and ends item notes a husband missing a train as his wife reminds him to purchase an ironstone china set. The Chicago Tribune is quoted.
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Chicago Tribune
Stitched Artistry and a Silver Sack Tale
A curious verse hints at a craftsman transforming work into a silken bag for wealth. It mentions a female swine and an ear attachment, weaving odd phrases into a single riddle about skill and lure.
Suburban Mystery Sees Call for Monument for Real Hero
An eyewitness recounts a remarkable neighborhood event where a man nicknamed Real Hero helped avert danger the other night. A visitor asks what will be given to him, and locals debate whether a monument is warranted for his brave act.
Side Lights on History and Notable Notices
Side Lights on History mentions Cotton Mather persecuting New Salem witches and townsfolk lighting fires. Includes teething remedy note for Mothers and Bengal sharks reward details. Adverts claim cures for St Vitus Dance and serous diseases with Dr Ono and Dr Kline contact in Philadelphia.
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Cotton Mather
New
Salem
St. Vitus
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Australia
Joseph Samds
Egypt
Chicago
Germany
Chile
Dresden
Cuba
Screecher
Jimi
Sawyer
Piso
International Education
John Jones
Brice List
Hewart
Andersch Bros
Mrs. Winslow
Bengal
Ganges
Champ” Clark
Missouri
James Beauchamp
Clark
Plymouth Track
New England
Chas. H. Fletcher
Centaur Company
TY Murray Street
New York City
Janet McKenzie First
Boston Cooking School
Jaques Manufacturing Co
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