Navies by tonnage and future U S standing
A listing shows current naval vessels over 1,000 tons by nation with totals of ships and displacement. It notes the United States has 35 ships totaling 295 000 tons, and if all ships under construction were completed the US tonnage would exceed 590 000 tons, moving it to third place behind Britain and France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
France
Germany
Russia
United States
Italy
Japan
England
Reward for Catarrh Cure and Cypress Railroad Plan
A long, mixed-in-source notice covers Udil's Catarrh Cure offering a $100 reward for incurable catarrh, claims of F J Cuznty Co and others in Toledo, with Hall's Catarrh Cure promotion. Also notes a Cypress Island railroad plan backed by 8,000,000 francs, plus household pest advice and a poetic excerpt from Clinton Scollard in New Orleans Times Democrat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Udil
F. J. Cuznty & Co
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Nae Aavaz
Toedo
O, Vanpine, Kinnay & Margin
Hall
Pharos
Clinton Scollard
New Orlean Times
Democrat
Cures and cures cited in early 1900s ad copy
An assortment of patent medicine claims and testimonials from 1909 includes Dr Kline's Great Nerve Restorer promising relief after day one, family care products from Mrs Winslow and references to Pigo's Cure. Advertisements feature prices, addresses in Philadelphia Minneapolis and a biting social remark about privacy in marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kline
Pointed Paragraphs on Hair Parting and Humility
A witty note contrasts girls choosing a side part to avoid misjudgment of men who part their hair in the middle. It laments a queer humility that hides one’s light, and ends with the observation that it takes a swift man to beat a board bill.
Household Affairs Renewed Oilcloth Care
Oilcloth that shows wear should be brushed over after washing and drying with clear varnish. Allow it to dry very thoroughly before anyone steps on it.
Restless Patient Comfort Hint for Nurses
A practical tip for caregivers notes that trained nurses know pinning the corners of the under sheet to the mattress with safety pins keeps the sheet drawn tight. This simple method provides relief to both the patient and caregiver by reducing movement and discomfort.
Handkerchief Crafts Inspire Home Decor Trends
A New York News piece details homemakers turning handkerchiefs into practical stylish items. It describes trays for serving and clearing meals, plus numerous projects like pillow shams, cushion covers, scarves, ruffles, and frills made from lace trimmed or embroidered handkerchiefs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York News
D K Recipes Era Dishes For Home Cooking
Cheese Custards and Escalloped Cabbage feature rich cheese and butter, baked quick for immediacy. Oatmeal Waffles and Soft Molasses Cookies offer steps with oats, spices, and molasses for fresh baked treats. Fish Timbales present a light fish dish with lemon, parsley, and hollandaise sauce accompaniment.
Sewing machine offers lure readers with wide brand range
A Chicago ad asks readers to cut out and return a notice to receive a free catalogue and surprising prices on Minnesota, Singer, Wheeler & Wilson, White, Standard and New Home sewing machines. It promises liberal offers and a new, attractive proposition. Readers are urged to respond at once, with a closing reflection on life’s mistakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
Singer
Wheeler & Wilson
Standard
White
Sears, Borsack & Co
Chicago
Also Mentioned on This Page
Cypress
Island of
Mediterranean
Coral Cove
Caribbean
Pigo
J. W. O'Brien
Third Avenue
Minneapolis, Minn
Agnes Miller
Lydia K. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Aenrs Miller
Potomac Ave
Ill
Mrs. Pinkham
St. Louis
RomoRoRo
Southern Railway
Goupssoro SzaMa Rauziech Duruam
R. L. Vernon, T. P. A. Charlotte
N. C
J. H. Wood
D. P. A. Asheville
S. H. Hardwick
L Pass
Washington, D. CG
St.Louis
North Carolina
Asheboro, Durren
M. Golpsboro
Greensboro
Henderson
Mr. Army
Newton
Raurics Rourherford
Winston-Salem
Aoe
Salisbury
Asheville
Knoxville
Lexington
Louisville
R. L. Vernon
L Washington
D. P. AL
New York
Southern Foundry CO
Owensboro
Kentucky
D. K
University of California
America
Washington, D. C
Franklin
Brooklyn
Sterling Remedy Co
N.Y
John W. Atkinson, Co
Richmond, VA
Mass. S.A
Towla
Toronto
Cam
Nassae Street
Atlanta
Brond St
H. Js. Grean
Hege
Hecock-King
Iron Works
Winston-Salen,n.c
Sted
Thompson
London
Guan Ig & Chem
Uber
Munger Winship
EAGLE
Continental Gin Co
Birmingham
Asia
Boston
B. Paxton CO
Pope
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