Woman praises Lydia E. Pinkham remedies for relief
The letter from Mia Ashcroft of Covington Kentucky describes severe back and abdominal pain and weakness. She credits Vegetable Compound Blood Medicine and Sanative Wash for relief and invites others to write for advice.
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Mrs. Ashcroft
Lydia E. Pinkham
Covington
Eee
Lydia BE
Pinkham
Lydia S. Pinkham
Mia
Harry Ashcroft
Beech Avenue
Kentucky
Whittier and Elizabeth Lloyd Romance Revealed
The article recounts the unexpected romance between John Greenleaf Whittier and Elizabeth Lloyd, a Philadelphia Quaker born in 1811, after Lloyd’s husband Foot Howell died. It notes Lloyd’s literary gifts, their initial friendship, and a long letter from Amesbury dated 1859 expressing deep affection and mutual regard despite unknown marriage outcomes.
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Elizabeth Lloyd
Philadelphia
Whittler
Miss Lloyd
Elizabeth
Foot Howell
Whittier
Track Walker Vennis Walker Logs 180000 Miles in 42 Years
Norristown Pennsylvania resident Vennis Walker has spent 42 years walking tracks for railroads and has covered more than 180000 miles. He averages over 12 miles per day and credits the activity with keeping him in good physical condition.
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Vennis Walker
Norristown
MAKING GOOD IN A SMALL TOWN
OG-LOVERS have a good chance to capitalize their hobby. The article advises starting with in-demand breeds, selecting a brood matron at about one year old, and ensuring proper housing and exercise. It emphasizes professional guidance, local breeder aid, and market considerations for small-scale dog raising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shep
Leigh Hunt and Marianne Kent lifework and letters recalled
Leigh Hunt the English writer and Examiner editor faced two years in prison for a satirical insult to the Prince Regent. In prison his fame grew as visitors, while Marianne Kent his betrothed, began a fervent courtship marked by intense letters and early engagement.
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Eigh Hunt
The
Examiner
Marianne Kent
Hunt
Marianne
Murlande
West Point Cadet Appointments Linger at New High
The article notes cadet numbers at West Point rose to about 1,200 in training, nearing the lawful cap of 1,888. It argues that each U S representative and senator can appoint two cadets, and criticizes Congress for failing to fill all openings while the taxpayer funds education worth over $100,000 per cadet.
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Unitedtates Military Academy
West Point
Natioonel
Col. i HH
Mentor
The Dingkoo-Dongcoo Fowl Wakes Jungle Neighbors
A wooden pink and blue fowl quirkily guards the jungle at dawn with a ding dong alarm. Neighbors jeer and throw mud before he rouses them to chase him off. He longs for sleep yet must stay awake to prevent all from dozing until daybreak.
Vivid Contrast in Welcome to Prince
The Prince of Wales received a gracious welcome from Philadelphia based Baronial Order of Runnymede members. Charles Marshall showed a letter he sent to the prince and the order’s acknowledgment from the future king. The scene contrasts a popular youthful prince with seven centuries of royal history.
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Prince of Wales
America
Baronial Order of Runnymede
John
Philadelphia
The
Philadelphia Inquirer
Charles Marshall
Christopher Marshall
Runnymedes
Jol
Scientists Hear Insects Eat Using Radio Principles
Mr. C. K. Brain of the University of Stellenbosch demonstrates a method to hear insect gnawing via wireless equipment. He and colleagues used microphone setups with apple tree stems infested by larvae to detect activity, noting potential for detecting weevils in grain and yeast cakes and for testing seed quality.
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C. K. Brain
University of Stellenbosch
South Africa
The Million-Dollar Peanut Lady of a Small Town
The peanut lady of a New York hills town built a homegrown peanut business from twelve ten cent sacks daily in 1918 to over 10 000 pounds a day. She runs her operation from her kitchen and later a yard shed, employing many women and keeping the product strictly home made.
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New York State
Western Newspaper Union
Reed and the Mind: Pascal’s View of Mortality
A compact reflection on human mortality and intellect. The quote contrasts the fragility of man with his unique awareness of death, noting that while the universe can end life, it lacks understanding of death itself.
Demand Bayer Aspirin Warning Ad
A period advertisement urges consumers to require Bayer on aspirin packages or tablets to ensure genuine Bayer Aspirin trusted for 23 years and prescribed by physicians. It warns that imitations may be dangerous and instructs buyers to say Bayer when purchasing.
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Bayer
Great Carol's Centenary Silent Night Debuts Year of 100th
The familiar Christmas carol Silent Night Holy Night marks its hundredth year of devotion in Germany this Christmas, a longtime favorite sung across churches and homes each holiday season.
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Germany
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