Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman Remembered as Truly Honest Leader
A New York Tribune tribute analyzes Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman’s career from opposition taunts to premiership. It highlights his patience under scrutiny, his humane response to personal loss, and his ultimate popularity as a leader who steered Liberal reforms and trusted aides like Lloyd George and John Burns.
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New Umbrella Handles With Pet Dog Carvings Trend
Fashionable circles embrace umbrella and parasol handles matching pet dogs. Jewelers offer carved ivory or bone likenesses of bulldogs and even cats and parrots with gemstone eyes. Dogs remain the most popular choice.
Gentle Humour From a Washington Call to Hay
A mild gentleman in Washington attempted to deliver four messages to Secretary of State during Hay's era. Unable to reach the department he called the secretary's room and, after vague replies, finally heard the phrase Hay! Hay! Dried grass! Hay! Secretary! He caught it.
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Washington
Secetary Hay
Secretary of State
Department
New Life Pills Claim Liver Trouble Cure
A historic ad promotes Br King s New Life Pills as a reliable liver cleansing remedy. It promises to purify stagnation, relieve headache and weakness, and cure jaundice symptoms. Sold for 25 cents at U M Olsen s drug store.
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Lowell
Br. King
New Life
U. M. Olsen
Charming widow and hotel room mixup in Denver scene
A Denver hotel widow attracts many suitors who play tennis at a nearby court. A new admirer inquires about her address and reveals he rooms at the same hotel. He complains of a troublesome neighbor in the next room who returns late and disrupts the place, prompting a possible complaint. The pair collect adjoining room keys 202 and 204.
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Denver
Such and Such
DeWitt’s Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve Ad Heal Ailments
A brief advertisement claims DeWitt’s Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve quickly heals large cuts and bruises and relieves piles. Sold by Eugene A. Pfefferle.
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DeWitt
Irishman's Deathbed Wish for Ham at Wake
An Irishman on his deathbed longs for a taste of ham. He pleads with his wife Bride et acushla to share a morsel, but she tearfully replies there is little ham and she cannot spare any for the wake.
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Moike
Too Well Done
A husband and wife exchange quips over a steak as the husband critiques the cooking but admits the steak was well done, ending with a penitent reminder. A cyclone avoidance is noted, framing the scene with a domestic, humorous tone.
New Umbraila Handle And Apple Show Prizes
A quirky note on a detachable circular vanity box for umbrellas and a grand prize at the national apple show in Washington state. The brief mentions special prizes totaling fourteen thousand dollars, trophies, and world-wide competition, with dates and venue referenced.
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Sp Tame
Wash) State Armory
Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup Ends Cold Swiftly
Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup is pitched as tasty to children and nonconstipating while gently forcing the cold from the system. The ad asserts prompt action on the bowels and reduced inflammation, with Eugene A. Pfefferle as the seller.
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Kennedy
Eugene A. Pfefferle
Boggs and Togs discuss marriage plans in playful exchange
In a lighthearted dialogue Boggs asks about marriage while Togs contemplates. Togs ultimately agrees to consider the idea, signaling tentative support for the notion.
DeWitt’s Little Barly Risers Sold by Pfefferle
A historical advertisement notes DeWitt’s Little Barly Risers, famed liver pills, sold by Eugene A. Pfefferle. The brief listing highlights brand and vendor within a period-appropriate medical patent remedy context.
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DeWitt
Eugene A. Pfefferle
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