Itch Fiend That is Salt Rheum Cured by Hood’s Sarsaparilla
The article describes eczema as an outward manifestation of scrofula, causing itching burning oozing and scaling on face head hands legs or body. It claims cures by Hood's Sarsaparilla and warns against substitutes.
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Hood
Talk on an Hour of Silent Verbiage and Piso’s Cure
A historical note suggests the average man talks about an hour daily averaging 2,400 words. It references Piso’s Cure for coughs colds and consumption priced at 25 cents and sold by druggists.
India’s Immense Population and Teething Remedy Claim
India’s population is stated as 300000000, claiming one fifth of world’s people. An advertisement touts Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup as the best teething remedy for children.
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India
Mra. Winslow
Taste for Color in a Society Novel Extract
A male narrator explains that female characters in a society novel are colorless while admitting he beat his young wife, leaving her black and blue. The passage frames violence as a comic rationalization and highlights harsh gender attitudes.
Chicago Great Western Railway Advertising Note
Railway ad touts lowest rates to Chicago, Dubuque, Des Moines, Kansas City and the Southeast. Electric lighted trains and unequalled service promoted. Inquiries to J. P. Elmer G P A Chicago.
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Dubuque
Des Moines
Kansas City
Chicago Great Western Railway
J. P. Elmer
How did he get his title of colonel
A humorous exchange notes a man earned the title to distinguish him from his wife’s two former husbands captain and major, highlighting a comic lineage of rank.
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Puce
To Break in New Shoes with Allen's Foot-Ease
Shake in Allen's Foot-Ease a powder that cures hot sweating aching and swollen feet. It relieves corns ingrowing nails and bunions. Available at all drug and shoe stores for 25 cents. Don’t accept an imitation. Free sample mailed. Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Cora
Allen 8
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Revenge as Wild Justice Warns Law to Weed It Out
Quote attributed to D criticizes revenge as wild justice urging stronger law to curb impulse. Reflects view of human nature driving vigilante action and the need for formal legal restraint.
Britain Holds Major Share of World Trade
Britain controls from 20 to 26 percent of global trade, far ahead of rivals. Germany about 11, France around 9, the United States just over 9, and with colonies added the empire totals roughly one third of world commerce.
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Britain
Germany
France
United States
British Empire
Vault Door Malfunctions Delay Bank Safe Opening
In Halifax North Carolina a safety vault holding 500000 dollars in cash malfunctioned. Workers battled the complex lock for three days and ultimately had to tear down part of the building to access the contents.
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Halifax
N. C
Storks Over Egypt Spark Fears of Seasonal Inundation
Fragmentary report notes a mass of storks migrating to Egypt each winter and the subsequent floods that devastate areas, leaving certain regions nearly uninhabitable. The passage mentions the mutitude of storks and recurring inunda fraque as overwhelming factors.
Philosophical Jokes Highlighted by Philadelphia Press
A cryptic exchange features a man who ponders deeply asking about cannibals and vegetarians. The Philadelphia Press presents the quip as a brief humorous aside reflecting on language and perception.
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Philadelphia Press
Deafness Cure Claim by Hall's Catarrh Cure
An advertisement claims deafness arises from a mucous tear in the Eustachian tube and promises one hundred dollars for any cured case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It asserts most cases are catarrh and touts Hall's remedies as best.
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J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
History of the dress coat evolves from sur tout compromise
The present dress coat arose from a practical compromise. The old sur tout style used back buttons at the waist, which were later removed and the coat made without them, as avoidance of fastening complications became standard.
Spelling Lesson Sparks Classroom Debate
A Chicago Post cartoon shows a teacher correcting a pupil spelling kitten. The boy insists his version with two i's is correct, prompting a humorous exchange about spelling rules and perceptions in school.
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Willie
Kitten
Chicago Post
Man Justifies Wife's Washing Backs Family Support
A Chicago News excerpt presents a dialogue where a man born tired explains he does not permit his wife to take in washing, but she needs the money to support the family. The exchange highlights domestic roles and economic strain in a small urban setting.
Kennell Bowling Mandatory Muzzle Under New Dog Law
A New York Times item notes Kennell bowling accused or warned under a new dog law requiring muzzling of a West Pointer at Bay. The exchange suggests a humorous or punning take on legal restrictions for dogs.
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Kennell
New York Times
Pathos Lesson Turns on Babe and Baby Wording
A judge recalls a newsroom debate over the correct pathos in a reporter's copy. The editor insists on using Babe for emotional effect, while the reporter argued for baby. The exchange highlights the precision needed in writing.
S S S The Best Blood Purifier Promises Clear Skin
A vintage ad touts S S S as the cure for boils eczema and skin eruptions. It claims warm weather plus blood purification strengthens liver and kidneys and improves appetite while boosting digestion and energy. Testimonials praise the remedy as a premier tonic and purifier from Santa… Georgia and Sherman Texas.
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IFT
Santa, Gas
High heel fadists face rising medical toll in latest report
A New York specialist warns that women addicted to high heels seek relief at a rising rate. He notes a 90 percent increase over the past year and cites a Chicago case where a foot deformity led to amputation, illustrating severe risks of fashion footwear.
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New York
Chicago
Footwear and Foot Deformities Highlighted by Expert
An expert warns that high heels shift weight to the toes causing painful toe joint enlargement and bunions. Corns and ingrown nails develop, leading to fallen arches and flat feet over time requiring electricity therapy and an instep brace for support.
Tattooed Arm Beauty Hits Atlantic City Beach
Atlantic City beachgoers note a wave of tattooed arms among visitors many from inland cities. The standout is “The Python Girl” with a four color tattoo of a python battling an eagle on her left arm, admired by some and lamented by a navy officer for the art.
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New York
Navy
Sally
Atlantic City Correspondence
New York Sun
White House Heirlooms and Lincoln Service China
The Detroit News-Tribune notes that even after a new service, historic White House china remains in use. The Lincoln service punch bowl bears the great seal and maroon design, fruit baskets stay in use, and pieces from the flower set appear. Mrs. Hayes modern hand painted service brought costs and unique fauna and flora ornamentation.
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White House
China
Emigration Fever Spreads in Norway Despite Sparse Population
The sparsely populated nation of about 2 million sees 28 000 emigrants last year mainly to America and forecasts a near doubling this year. Officials warn delays may force people to miss chances as trains run tight.
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Norway
America
Sarsaparilla Promises Quick Recovery From Dread Ill
John McDonald of Philadelphia says two years of terrible dy in and low mood improved in one week after using Ayers Sarsaparilla. The quote illustrates a testimonial style claim for a tonic.
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Ayer
John McDonald
Philadelphia
Ayer’s Sarsaparilla Promoted as Strength Restorer
An advertisement touts Ayer’s Sarsaparilla as the only strong and hopeful remedy and urges buying from all druggists for $1.00. The distributor claims it is old tested and proven.
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Ayer
A Question of Precedence in Theatrical Banter
Gushington complains Starr ignores him while Crittick recalls critiquing Starrs style. Crittick corrects Gushington saying Boths style resembled Hooths, not Starrs, revealing a humorous misattribution in theater circles.
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Starr
Crittick
Hooth
Both
Gecko tales from Hanover Cape Colony naturist account
A Hanover naturalist describes many small animals in Cape Colony. He notes a gecko known as getje by Dutch farmers whose tail drops on touch and continues to move while the gecko escapes, later regrowing a new tail.
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Cape Colony
Getje
Wrath Against Bismark Published Letters Recount Paris Entry
In newly published letters the Iron Chancellor describes the Prussian troops entering Paris in January 1871. He recalls thousands of light-hearted Parisians meeting the soldiers arm in arm in the French capital.
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Bismark
Lime in the Eye Home First Aid Steps
The passage advises washing the eye quickly with vinegar and water. It says to squeeze drops on the eyeball and then apply a soft pad soaked in vinegar over the closed eye, securing it to the head.
Lovelorn youth pleads to be remembered as farewell
The youth asks if he will be thought of after he is gone, while the fair companion replies with a restrained response, noting only that she would consider it if given the chance.
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Bure
Blackheads and their Cure Through Cleanliness
Health note describes blackheads as congested matter and dust urging cleanliness and restoring facial blood circulation. It states friction and cleanliness prevent recurrence.
Hardy Mosquitoes Wake After Winter Thaws
Mosquitoes survive through winter and awaken with warm spells. Larvae endure repeated freezing and thawing, sustaining populations as temperatures rise.
Early astronomical teaching on the Milky Way
About 406 B C Democritus taught the Milky Way is a band of innumerable stars that appear small due to their distance. Time and better devices have shown his idea correct.
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Democritus
Milky Way
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