Peruna Medicine praised by readers in letters and testimonials
Readers from New York and Ohio endorse Peruna as a preventive and cure for colds and catarrhal troubles. A NY secretary and a prominent plumber from Columbus share testimonials. others hail the remedy’s value and urge use during harsh winter conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. F. Wilder
Oneosta
N. Y
Peruna Medicine Co
Columbus
CIA
David F. Wilber
Peru
Gaisensussen
Nol
Chala Welles
C. F. Given
Motcer Gray
Cadaren
New York
A.S. Olmsted
le Roy
Miracle Escape From Three Grizzly Attacks
An 1896 tale from Outing recounts James J. Holmes of Pasadena surviving a bear attack in California’s Coast Range. A grizzly nose emerged as ten more bears joined, Holmes fired but was knocked down, the bear bit his leg, a female tore his ribs, then cubs fled as the guide urged retreat. A matchbox fired to scare the bears off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Outing
James J. Holmes
Pasadena
Cal
Holmes
Coast Range
San Joaquin Valley
Mr. Holmes
Mr. Helmes
Griszly
Sawiinir
Seu
The Migration of Birds in Night Travel
The article explains night migration dominates bird travel with thrushes sparrows and wrens among early migrants while many strong fliers like horned larks robins bluebirds hawks and swifts cross waters by night. It notes birds feed in small amounts and rest to avoid predators, choosing darkness to protect and maximize speed.
Free Homes in Western Canada Draw Emigrants
Editor letters argue that U S farmers move to the Canadian Northwest for cheap land and opportunity. Railway and real estate interests oppose the migration with reports and letters from St Louis and other sources, claiming Canada is misrepresented. Over 87,000 Americans have settled west of Canada since 1887, with many praising the move despite opposition campaigns. The Canadian Government Agent can provide rates and land information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canadian Northwest
Canada
St. Louis
American Northwest
Taking Life Too Seriously In American Perspective
A brief essay notes that life is often treated too gravely in American society and that outward solemnity mirrors inner mood. It argues for a sunnier attitude, highlighting Ruskin’s plea that girls should be sunbeams and that everyone should spread brightness in daily encounters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruskin
Clifton Arizona Jail Described as World’s Strongest
An 1930s report extols Graham County Jail at Clifton Arizona as the strongest in the world. The facility comprises four large quartz rock chambers carved from a hillside with a boxlike vestibule and heavy masonry entrance. It features three sets of steel gates and houses some of the most desperate criminals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham County
Clifton, Ariz
Loss of Famous Pictures From Rosso Palace Genoa
Rome daily Mail correspondent reports careless cleaning during renovations led to the destruction of several renowned paintings from the Rosso palace in Genoa. Lost works include two Van Dycks, a Carlo Maratta, a Pris Bordone, a Valerio Castelli, and two Guido Renis. An alkaline wash by a professional cleaner erased these masterpieces, with Van Dycks described as highly valuable. The cultural loss is described as incalculable.
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Rome
Daily Mail
Rosso Palace
Genoa
van Dycks
Carlo Maratta
Pris Bordone
Valerio Castelli
Guido Renis
First Great Elephant Catcher in India's Elephant Service
In this account from Everybody's Magazine the Indian government forms an elephant department that grows over time. Men are well paid to study elephant capture and training methods, with depots and headquarters for expert catchers like Petersen Sehib who pioneered scientific herd capture.
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India
Petersen Sehib
Chengree
Everybody's Magazine
Mistaken Identity Causes Cook Swap Mix Up
In a light column snippet, Mrs Knicker recounts a mix up where someone mistook her for her cook. The cook then leaves, prompting a brief domestic misadventure narrated in a humorous tone.
Pruning Rose Bushes by Prof Maynard
Valuable pruning guidance from Prof T Maynard on rose bush care. He explains how soil richness and cane heading influence flower quantity, detailing diagrams of cutting points before planting and after, plus the development of side shoots and base sprouts for a strong second year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Maynard
Pruning Advice for Young Fuso Plants
The article describes pruning transplanted Fuso, explaining shoots and canes must be pruned to two or three buds to encourage a bushier growth just after planting. Figures illustrate pruning lines and growth patterns for strong, new canes.
Pruning Tips for Second Year Bushes and Buds
Prof S T Maynard explains pruning to encourage strong base canes and root growth. Cut strong canes low, watch grafted or budded stock for growth from below the bud, and plant buds four to five inches below soil to promote root development and prevent wasteful shoots.
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S. T. Maynard
Homemade latch design for secure farm gates
A writer shares a durable gate latch system that holds when open and auto-fastens when closed. The device uses a deep, horse friendly catch, bent rod latch, and bed spring wire to secure through a gate post with simple screws and a hinge-like cleat, allowing ride through without losing security.
Two Kidney Signals Warn of Serious Illnesses
An ad cites two kidney warning signs back pain and abnormal urine. It touts Dean's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co of Buffalo as a simple cure and offers a free trial, with Mr. J F Wainwright of Bones & Wainwright of Pulaski Va sharing a testimonial about relief and recovery.
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Bright
Dean
J. F. Wainwright
Bones & Wainwright, Painters and Contractors
Pulaski
Wainwright
United States
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N.Y
Flirty banter echoes in Detroit Free Press note
In a clipped exchange the unnamed speaker taunts Mrs. Berryman about her mourning attire and Mr. Flirty responds with sly humor. The brief items reflect a social sniping tone typical of columned chatter in early 20th century Detroit reporting.
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Mr. Flirty
Lyo
Berryman
Flirty
Detroit Free Press
Syrup of Figs Praised as Superior Family Laxative
An extended period of quality and widespread approval supports Syrup of Figs as the best family laxative. Medical professionals endorse its simple, wholesome formula and reliable manufacturing by the California Fig Syrup Co. with uniform purity and pleasant use, sold at fifty cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
Als
Winter Bug Bites Washington Scientist in Michigan
A Washington scientist, visiting Michigan to study the winter bug, was bitten on the chin by an insect and fell into a semi conscious state. The incident, described as an exaggerated case, raises questions about the bug’s willingness to be studied by entomologists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
St. Paul Globe
Washington
Mary the Humble Servitor and a Persistent Complaint
In an uptown restaurant Mary, a diligent cleaner, pleads with the morning steward after hours about a missing new pail taken by Annie who stores upstairs. The steward acknowledges her feelings and agrees with her concern, noting she deserves discretion around guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
New York Times
Annie
Depew’s Latest Yarn Sparks Senate Tale From Baltimore
The piece reports on Senator Depew arriving at the senate with a new story that connects to earlier investigations tracing tales to ancient times. The overheard exchange touches on cloture and keeping senators quiet, while Tepew hints at getting Bridget’s support to influence the sinit.
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Depew
Senate
Baltimore Hersh
Iget
Bridget
Detroit Artist Association endorses Lydia E Pinkham remedy
Miss Guia Gannon of the Detroit Amateur Art Association advocates Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female troubles. She reports lasting relief after six weeks and encourages other women to seek the treatment, noting a $5000 forfeit on production of the original letter.
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Miss Gannon
Lee
Detroit Amateur Art Association
Lydia E. Pinkham
Guia Ganney
Jones St
Detroit
Y Mich. Amateur Art. Association
A Genuine Cinch and the Decadent Novel Plot
A line of dialogue reveals a flawed pair in a decadent tale as one man declares he cannot escape and will win the woman despite class and moral contrasts. The heroine, pressured by fate and narrative inevitability, surrenders as the Baltimore American notes.
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Douglas
Ani Paveney
L. Douglas
Tae Bert
Watterat Man Parcs
Dotolas
Brock Ton
Mass
Sne
Tesslow
Baltimore American
Uncle Reuben Sayat It Ends Sale of Deacon White
A fragment from the Detrcois Vree Press notes Uncle Reuben Sayat It owned Deacon White and planned to sell his “mech” to heathen in Africa but faced trouble. A nearby storm and American thefts altered the plan, with a wheelbarrow borrowed as part of the tale.
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Deacon White
Our
Aftrea
America
Detrcois Vree Press
Widow’s Second Husband Favored Over First
The snippet hints at a widow named Cielly-Charming and a suggestion that she may be available again. It contrasts preferring to be a widow’s second husband over becoming the widow’s first husband referencing Loulin Tit-Bits.
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Cielly
Tu Mieiry
Tan
Doncher
Loulin
Curried eggs and a theft disrupt a reading club
A fragment lists a witty exchange about curried eggs and a mystery theft. A reader notes someone stole a manuscript of a novel associated with the reading public, while references to railroad lines and a Cicero quote appear as scattered fragments.
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Taenes
Rop
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Sangerius
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Tierra
Suis Tee
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Sanidturform
Foyt
UGLAS
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DE Wilber
Het Yore
TNE
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Western
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Eniny
Ciets
Sobers
Ata Anette Keratarwin Superinlendent of Immigration
Ottawa
JO Besa
Ps Valpe
Hiss
Drauglets
TRUM
Nmmbus AB Bastion
Eucedion
Nashelie
Tharta- Farm
Souga & St. Lous Katewsy
Kentucky
Ainbare
George
Chiapsée
Raistall
Best
Th. F. Smith
Nashville, Tenn
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Missouri
Kansas
Arkansas
Ot Iahoma
Atate
Baris
Ailver
St. Kanes City
Amakesis
Uae
Mien
Dani
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Ree
St. Jacobs Oil
Price
Candy Catmartic
California
Aolcago
Neva
Fuso
Fiee
Fio
Market Report
Cincinnati
Chicago
Rts
Louisville
Indianapolis
Precious Girls
Beryl
Ime
Stryt
Baltimore Herald
Mother Gray
N. Y Weekly
Ucpton Parke
Gria
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Lluona
Paradelphia Press
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