Cramps of the Muscles Cured by Plaster Claim
Stratford man John I Wood credits Allcock s Porous Plaster with curing leg cramps and back pain after three days use He reports rapid relief within an hour for acute pain near the kidneys and says he slept better and remains free of trouble since the treatment The ad-like text also includes stray humorous lines and product cautions.
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John I. Wood
Stratford
O.t
Allcock
Mr. Wood
Women urged to seek Favorite Prescription remedy
An advertisement promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic for irregularities and overall health. It claims swift system benefits with use, a money back guarantee, and urges women to try it at their local drug store, plus mentions Dr. Pierce's Pellets for stomach liver and bowels.
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Dr. Pierce
Tife Under the Canvas. Circus Life Behind the Show
A New York Tribune report recalls life behind the tents of Barnum's circus. Keepers describe dangers with seals lions and giraffes and the brutal routine of training and guarding dangerous animals. A bond and estate administration firm recounts a theft from a safe deposit drawer and measures to enhance security.
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Barnum
Barnuu
Brooklyn
Tribune
Bridgeport
New York Tribune
Beecher on a Teacher’s Tough Lesson in Character
An anecdote from Henry Ward Beecher recalls a strict mathematics lesson where the teacher rejects excuses and demands true understanding. Beecher notes the stern method forged intellectual independence and courage, forcing a reluctant student to restart and finally affirm the lesson with conviction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Wind Beecher
Maakit
Beecher
Talleyrand’s Rituals and Late-Life Habits Revealed
The passage details Talleyrand at age 80, noting his strict daily routine, meals, and routines. It describes his wake at ten, a light breakfast, tea, and work, along with meals in Paris and the country, his preferred wines, and a habit of dictating at night to his secretary while tired.
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Talleyrand
Hans
Ofrwit
Ashlee
Aml Laeter
Neler Walter
Paris
Desert
Malaga
Careum
Lee
Hig Stakes
Cvethie
Ap Ha
Londes Review
The Era of Femininity in Detroit Women
The Detroit Free Press argues men are unlikely to marry until they find a modest, feminine wife who will support a refined home life. It dismisses the notion that extravagant women or new fashions drive marriage decisions and urges women to cultivate traditional charm and subdue independence to attract husbands.
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Hanna
Detroit
N.W
Kokomo
Ind
Anne
Chas Eckford
Eng
L. le. May & Co
St. Paul, Minn
Tuberose myths and stock exchange scenes revealed
A rambling column debunks myths about plants and metals while recounting a vivid Wall Street morning. It notes erroneous claims about the tuberose, Pompey, sealing wax, and other items, then shifts to a bustling exchange scene with brokers bidding, prices, and a Yankee selling kerosene amid a busy pit.
Hair Groomer Earns Living By Caring For Women's Hair
A New York Sun profile follows a woman who earns a living as a hair groomer not a hairdresser. She combs and shapes hair for nervous or upper class clients, trimming hair individually, avoiding water-heavy treatments, and charging about a dollar per visit with flexible pricing based on distance and proximity of patrons.
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Stice
New York Sun
Building a Simple Water Cooler From Barrel and Jar
The author describes creating a cooler by using a ten gallon jar placed inside an empty salt barrel with dry sawdust to insulate. The jar protrudes about one inch, with cement filling to channel dripping water over the edge, completing the setup in a fraction of the time of a traditional box.
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Boston
Almanac from Hostetter Company Promotes Health and Reading
The Hostetter Almanac for 1% promotes health guidance and testimonials for Hostetter's Stomach Bitters. It notes multilingual editions, wide distribution, and free access from druggists. The missive includes miscellaneous anecdotes and product reminders, ending with a casual note about remedies for throat irritation and a prompt to seek Ervira's Bronchia Troches.
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Hostetter
Hostetter Company
Pittsc H, Pe
Isd
Positive remedy offers cure for consumption
A letter from T A Slocum M C announces a positive remedy for consumption and claims thousands of hopeless cases have been permanently cured. He offers to send two bottles free to readers who provide express and post office addresses from 181 Pearl Street New York.
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T. A. Slocs
Pearl Street
New York
Cure for Piles Offered by Kirk's German Pile Ointment
A dated advertisement touts Kirk's German Pile Ointment as a cure for bleeding itching and tar years standing. It claims rapid relief within ten minutes and notes the product absorbs tumors relieves itching and acts as a remedy for the parts affected. Sold by agents with terms on receipt of price. Local dealer information appears for San Francisco.
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Kirk
Pri Cox, Mack & Co
Seaalet
San Peano Cisco
Remedy description of California Fig Syrup Co product
One enjoys both the method and results when Syrup of Figs is taken. It is pleasant and refreshing to the taste and acts gently yet promptly on the kidneys liver and bowels. It cleanses the system effectively dispels colds headaches and fevers and cures constipation permanently. For sale in bottle s by druggists. California Fig Syrup Co San Francisco Cal Louisville Ky New York NY.
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California Fig Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Louisville
Wew
York
Hall's Catarrh Cure Endorsement Letter
Dr L L Guerbuch of Summit Street praises Hall's Catarrh Cure claiming decades of practice and perfect success with the preparation. F J Cheney Co offers to pay a reward if catarrh cannot be cured, with druggists selling the remedy.
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ToLevy
Jaguars
Mesers
Hall
L. L. Guerbuch
M. D
Summit Street
F. J. Cheney & CO
Igolede
San Francisco Ad Promises Cure for Rectal Diseases
An advertisement from Porturfield and Lesey on Market Street San Francisco claims to cure rupture and all rectal diseases without pain and offers payment only after cure. It presents a pamphlet address at Iresa.
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Porturfield & Lesey Market
San Francisco
Persian minister praises American women, visits Norwood area
COL Ghooly, the new Persian minister at Washington, commends the beauty of American women during a visit to Norrell town area, saying they are the most beautiful in the world. The report notes local reaction and details of the minister's itinerary.
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Col Ghooly
Washington
Norretown
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Potter Drug and Chemical Corporation
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Cons, Ammunition, Fishing Table, Ltd
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