Munyon's Paw Paw Pills Free Trial Offer
A brochure invites readers to request a trial package of Munyon's Paw Paw Pills by writing to Professor Munyon at 53d and Jefferson Streets in Philadelphia. It markets the pills as a gentle laxative that stimulates liver and stomach secretions without irritation, claims health benefits, and notes a regular bottle contains 45 pills for 25 cents.
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Munyon
Professor Munyon
53D & Jefferson Sts
Philadelphia
Mumyon’s Laboratory
Great Scientist Henry Shuns Patents for Humanity
In a 1911 reminiscence, Prof Joseph Henry, pioneer of electric telegraph principles, refused to patent his discoveries. He told Hugh McCulloch that science bears a duty to humanity, preferring unreserved sharing of knowledge over personal wealth.
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Joseph Henry
Michael Faraday
Henry
Franklin
Faraday
Morse
Smithsonian Institution
Hugh McCulloch
Indiana
Fessenden
Treasury
Washington
Department of the Comptroller of the Currency
Mr. McCulloch
Professor Henry
E. J. Edwards
Cleveland Says He Can Run His Own Campaign After Third Nomination
In 1892 Grover Cleveland at Gray Gables received word of his third presidential nomination. A Tammany emissary pressed for a practical politician to run the canvass, implying control over news and strategy. Cleveland questioned the idea and asked if a three-time nominee possessed practical politics, then sent a reply that changed Tammany’s view of his leadership.
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Grover Cleveland
Buzzard's Bay
Gray Gables
United States
Cleveland
Tammany Organization
Tammany
Buzzard’s Bay
New York State
Daniel Manning
Mr. Cleveland
Tammany Hall
Mr.Cleveland
E. J. Edwards
George
London
Gayelies
Francis
Brown did not speak in New Haven poisoning misattribution
An 1862 Liberal Republican campaign tour stop in New Haven sparked rumors that Governor Benjamin Gratz Brown fell ill from excessive cordiality. A physician attributed ptomaine poisoning from soft shell crabs as the true cause, while campaign aides kept the story quiet to avoid harming the ticket.
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Greeley
New Haven
United States
Missouri
Benjamin Gratz Brown
Brown
West
New England
Yate
New York
E.J. Edwards
Must Consult His Pastor Over Bridge and Poker Question
The Wharton subscriber asks whether it harms women who play bridge all day as much as men who play poker all night. We usually answer such queries immediately but defer to the pastor for final judgment on the matter.
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Wharton
Houston Post
Engagement Ring Within an 18k Ring Mystery
Hazel explains to Willie that the value 18k inside a ring signifies the kisses needed for engagement. The playful exchange frames a light, intimate moment about commitment.
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Hazel
Willie
Voting joke from Clubland quip in Harper's Bazaar
In a witty line from Harper's Bazaar Mrs Hudson explains she would vote both ways by pairing with her own self. The humorous exchange appears in the Clubland section reflecting social satire of voting etiquette.
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Clubland
Hudson
Harper’s Bazar
Fragmented romance lines spark caution in courtship
A cryptic exchange features Myrtilla-He and Miranda-Be, hinting at hesitation and a provocatively troubled relationship. The speaker vows to press the matter, warning that delay could lead to rejection and social consequences.
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Myrtilla
Miranda
Baby Cured Of Eczema By Cuticura Remedies
Mrs Drew of New York describes severe infant eczema that covered her baby’s face and body. After trying doctor prescribed treatments, she used Cuticura Soap and Ointment four times daily and saw a rapid improvement within two weeks. She endorses the remedies for skin sores and hair shampoo.
Overworked Boss's Son Drags Long Hours
A witty quip frames a child as overburdened by duties beyond tearing calendar pages. The humor hinges on the office clock and monthly calendar chores, highlighting how duties have expanded beyond a single simple task.
Elixir Babek Promised Cure for Malarial Fever
An advertisement touts Elixir Babek as a splendid remedy for malarial fever with symptoms like loss of appetite headache and bilious attacks. Testimonial from Jacob Eberly Fairfax Court House Virginia claims perfect cure, price 50 cents, available from Kloczewski & Co Washington DC. The piece concludes with a humorous dialogue about a short session with a husband and an appropriation bill.
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Jacob Eberly
Fairfax Court House
Kloczewski & Co
Washington D. C
Patented Patent Medicines Ad Nuisance in Old Advert
An assortment of 19th century patent medicine claims promotes Quinine and iron tonics for malaria and general health, Hicks Capudine for colds, Hamlin’s Wizard Oil for rheumatism, Mrs Winslow’s soothing syrup for teething, and various quips about men and family life. Prices 10c to 50c. sold by drug stores.
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Cyrus Olates
Preumonia
Wever
Charlotte Directory
J. E. Crayton & Co
Charlotte, N.C
Tieff Sia
Aaa
A&a
EMU
Gov. Brown
Eczema
Baby
Knicker
Bowdler
Hamlins
Park & Pollard
Beckie Zanals
Park
Timmang
the Park & Pollard CO
Jiy
Park Pollard
J. MW. Gwaltney & Co
Norfolk
S. T. Beveridge Co
Richmond
Maval Stores Co
Savannah
Canal Street
Boston
Mass
Hunt
Arthur W. Robson
Baltimore Street
Baltimore, Md
Europe
Reur Druggist
Tutt
Turner & Cornwell Feather Dealers
Charlotte,n. C
New York City
Hudson River
Defiance
N. Y
Charlotte
Dr. Pierce
Golden Medical Discovery
Pierce
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