Western Canada Crop Prospects and Climate Letter
A letter from Mrs. S. A. Brigham of Ross Creek Alberta describes Beaver Hills near Fort Saskatchewan and Edmonton, praising rich soils, abundant hay, large potato yields, wild and tame fruits, long summer days, mild storms, and active winters. She notes many settlers, roads, fishing creeks, and 18 bachelors awaiting companionship, with crops due to surge in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mason City
S. A. Brigham
Ross Creek
Alberta
Canada
Albert
Beaver Hills
Ft. Saskatchewan
Edmonton
Beaver Lake
A. Brigham
Japanese florists grow rose that changes color in sun and shade
A Japanese flower hybridist reports a rose that appears red in sunlight and white in shade. The piece also touts Magnetic Starch as superior. A proverb notes men who praise themselves tend to overstate their case by singling out a high key.
Cascarets ad and courtroom drama crossover
An old Cascarets laxative advertisement contrasts with a tense courtroom scene where Maxwell arranges a hurried marriage to secure a bride for William Roland. The narrative shifts from patent remedy hype to a dramatic legal and familial crisis surrounding Miss Florence Harrison and her father.
Wedding for Union soldiers in a tense plantation scene
A Civil War era tale reveals Doctor John Maxwell and Lieutenant William Roland arriving to wed on the plantation. A pistol threat alarms the justice of the peace as Maxwell insists on a quick ceremony with witnesses and a marriage contract ready for immediate use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice of the Peace
Roland
Harrison
Mr. Thompson
Maxwell
William Roland
John Maxwell
Thompson
Mysterious Meeting Ends Hostility at Springfield Event
Maxwell’s household hears of Union troops approaching as an overseer threat fades. Doctor Maxwell, William, Florence, and the bridegroom meet Lieutenant Roland and Justice Thompson. The scene blends tension with sudden calm as arrangements for departure unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward
John
Springfield
Roland
Maxwell
Allo
Mr. Thompson
Florence
William
Miss Harrison
Thompson
Rail fare deals from Omaha to southern points and winter rates
Promotion for the O and St. L, Wa bash lines offering one fare plus two dollars round trip to southern destinations on the standard Tuesday of each month. Winter tours feature reduced rates to Hot Springs and other resorts. Quincy route office details and agent contact included. Also unrelated ads for Magnetic Starch and Dr. Kielner’s nerve restorer appear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
St Louie
Wabash
Hot Springs
Ark
St. Louis
Quincy
Kansas City
South
All Information Co
Farnam St
Paxton Hotel
Harry E. Moores
Neb
Gas Lamp Ad Promises Big Money for Agents
An advertisement from Standard Gas Lamp Co offers agents $25 weekly to sell a new gas lamp. The device claims brighter light than electricity, cheaper kerosene use, 100 candle power, and full guarantees. Live agents wanted nationwide from 110 Michigan St Chicago. The ad ends with a proverb about concealed money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welsbach City
Standard Gas Lap Co
Mchigan St
Chicago
Cure a Cold in One Day Patent Medicine Ad
Advertisement touts Laxative Bramo Quinine Tablets to cure a cold in a day with a money back guarantee. Mentions E H Grove signature on each box and a 10 cent admission by a dime-museum manager. Also promotes Magnetic Starch as a preferred product and claims nature works wonders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. E. W. Grove
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Testimonies
Two women describe relief from nervous prostration and menstrual irregularities after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Blood Purifier. Adele Williamson of Atlanta Ga reports improved sleep, strength, and heart comfort. Lena Gaines of Visalia Cal shows menses returning and renewed vigor after treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia E. Pinkham
Adele Williamson
N. Boulevard
Atlanta
Mrs. Pinkham
Lena Gaines
Visalia
Tulare Co
Cal
Important Inventions Patents Allowed on Appointments
Patents granted for inventions by W. Cross of Grinnell for an auxiliary air heater and for J. Morgan of Atlantic a plant planting machine guided by horses. E. Whitney of Chicago holds an undivided half. Printed advice available. Des Moines, Dec 27 1899. Kentucky first granted women’s suffrage in 1838.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Cross
Grinnell
J. Morgan
Atlantic
E. Whitney
Chicago
Thomas G. Orwig & CO
Des Moines
Iowa
Curicura Soap Endorsed for Skin and Baby Care Worldwide
Curicura Soap is promoted as a comprehensive skin, scalp, and hair cleanser. It claims to preserve purify beautify and treat irritations and infant care with unique formulations like Curicura Scar and a general all purpose use price of twenty five cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
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Ateat
Milwaukee & St. Moer
Iette County
Wissaps
C. E.vaent
la Salle St
Crimea
Aliol Ven
Mevand
Netic
al _ an aN
Hesterz
Gatalogue Catalogue
New Haven
Conn
TOR
Sed Circe
Robert Parvin
Uso
Western Canada
Kings
C.C. C
Sterling Remedy Co
Montreal
Can
New York
CCC
Edward Harrison
Wilson
Ay. Thompson
Florence Harrison
Ralph
Mr. Harrison
Pommel
Kreps
A.J. Tower
Mass
Seeeseel
Blue
E. Werner
Robert Bonner
KiMne
R. H. Keine, Ltd
Kentucky
Arter
Shaver, Blawe & Company
Cedar Rapids
W.N. U
Rock Island Stove
Rock Island, Ill
Salzer
Minnesota
N.Y
America
Salter
Sen
Johnasalzerseed CO
LA Crosse
Wis
Ottawa
Bennett
Life Building
Chase
6Th St
Philadelphia
Arnold
Krausers
EL Krauser
BHY
Ailton
Bacon School
Bacon
Main St
Peoria
Ill
M. Crean
Mlaata
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