Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Praised by Readers
A testimonial from Mrs. E. Hanson of Columbus Ohio extols Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief during the Change of Life. The letter claims improved health, renewed ability to work, and urges other sick women to write for advice from Mrs Pinkham at Lynn Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia E. Pam
E. Hanson
E. Long St
Columbus
Ohio
Mrs. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Rumor and Advertisements Across a Crowded Page
A fragmented passage mixes aphorisms with early 20th century ad copy. It cites Woolford's Sanitary Lotion promising quick itch relief, Mrs Winston's Soothing Syrup for teething, and a jab about money and marriage. A Chicago sermon by Dr. Emil G. Hursch warns Germany as a menace to peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emil G. Hursch
Sinai Temple
Chicago
Germany
The Times Sold to Cyril Pearson and His Press Empire
The Times of London has changed hands to Cyril Arthur Pearson, famed owner of Pearson's Weekly and multiple journals. Pearson controls numerous London and regional papers, with The Times, The Standard, and The Express forming major properties. The sale shocks the English public as questions arise about London's iconic institutions.
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London Times
Cyril Arthur Pearson
London Daily Commercial Register
John Walter
Times
the Times
London
The
Thunderer
Walter
Thomas Carlyle
Edward Sterling
John T. Delane
Pearson
Royal Magazine
Novel Magazine
Rapid Review
Pearson’s Notes
Standard
the Express
London Bridge
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Cure for Constitutionally Linked Illnesses
A 19th century advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease, claiming internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Proponents offer a $100 reward if any case fails to cure and urge sending testimonials to F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo Ohio. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cneney & Co
Toledo
Why Tea Must Not Boil
A Pittsburg Press note explains tea should not be boiled to preserve essential oils and the stimulating theme while avoiding tannin. Boiling releases tannin, impairs digestion, and makes tea bitter. Steeping briefly in hot water yields better flavor and healthful qualities than boiling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Press
Proverbs and Phrases Sayings About Courage and Honor
A collection of maxims and proverbs noting that persuading a person toward heaven is harder than nagging, hope guides now while gods decide, a worthy cause strengthens resolve, and a moment of dishonor outlasts a century.
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Pinder
Ten Years of Backache Ends for Columbus Woman
Mrs. Thos Dunn of 153 Vin2 Columbus Ohio reports over ten years of back pain that left her exhausted and nervous. After using Deans Kidney Pills she experienced quick relief and a permanent cure. Sold by all dealers for 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. Dunn
Columbus
Ohio
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Eczema Cure Claims for Infant Use of Cutiura
A Minnesota mother recounts severe infant eczema on her two month old daughter improving after using Cutiura Remedies. She reports dramatic skin clearance within two months and no recurrence since. Additional lines promote headache causes and Laxative Bromo Quinine as a remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cutiura
H. F. Budke
LeSueur
Minn
E. W. Grove
Wage cuts hit Seaboard Air Line at Hamlet meeting
Seaboard Air Line executives decide not to reduce salaries while 200 workers lose wages from 500 to 200 dollars. Officials and workers blame passenger rate laws and political actions but say the crisis predates the laws. A businessman notes conductors and engineers discuss who benefits from rate cuts and vow that half a loaf is better than none.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Seaboard Air Line
Hamlet
South
Alabama
Jefferson
Music student should have steady nerves says Postum user
A Michigan musician reports coffee caused nervousness that hindered practice. After switching to Postum with mother’s guidance, the student regained focus, resumed eight hours of daily study, and praised the beverage for steadier nerves and improved performance. Father, a physician, also recommended Postum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postum
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Test for Pure White Lead In Paint Before Use
An old guide describes a blow pipe test to distinguish genuine White Lead from adulterated mixes. It states pure White Lead returns to metallic lead under intense heat, while adulterated paint does not. The National Lead Company offers a free blow pipe kit and booklet by mail from New York City.
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Nature
National
National Lead Company
Woodbridge Building
New York City
Paris
London
New York
Internationale Fashion CO
Washington Place
Chesebrough Mfg. CO
Cty
Seed catalog scam promises plants for 12c in La Crosse
A sensational 12c offer from John A. Salzer Seed Co. claims to send 35 bushels of rare vegetables and hundreds of flowers by mail for 12 cents, with a note that one more cent buys Berliner Earliest Cauliflower. The message ends with a quip about aging liquor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
la Crosse
John A. Salzer Seed Co
Wis
8. C
N. H
Meggett
8.C
Catro
Type Wakefield
Henderson
NH. Blitch CO
One of the Essentials of the happy homes of today
An advertisement extols a world trusted health product the Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a wholesome family laxative. It urges buying the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. version through leading druggists and notes physician approval and wide acceptance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
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