Old Man's Tribute to Dean's Kidney Pills
Sidney Justus of Mentor Ohio testifies he was cured after eight to ten years of kidney trouble by Dean's Kidney Pills. He suffered backache, rheumatic pains, dropsical swelling, painful urinary passages, and fatigue. He notes relief after half a box and a permanent cure after three boxes. Trial offer and price 50 cents. Milwaukee? distributor Milburn Co. Buffalo NY. For sale by dealers.
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Sidney Justus
Mentor
Ohio
Dean
Wise Soldier Spends Pay in New York Tale
At a Poughkeepsie reception General Chaffee recalls a regimental soldier who, after leaving the post with $15.50, dines for $8, buys $1 worth of cigars, spends $4 at the theater, and uses $2 on Bowery pleasures, leaving 50 cents unaccounted for which he concedes was spent foolishly.
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New York
Bowery
Washington Times
Lawyer and witness in a flat neighbors tale
An old lawyer recalls cross examination where a witness dodges questions. The lawyer demands facts and asks if the witness lives next to the defendant. The witness finally clarifies they live next door above him, revealing a misperception about spatial relation.
Mountain man meets train in a curious encounter
A Kentucky mountaineer who had never seen a railroad train travels to town to view the locomotive. He approaches along the track and flees as the train rounds a curve, fearing plowed ground would trap him. The anecdote is relayed with other jokes from newspaper wit.
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Kentucky
New York Tribune
Grape Nuts Restores Strength in Dyspepsia Patient
A patient tormented by long standing dyspepsia improves after ditching fatty foods and eating Grape Nuts with cream. The formerly invalid woman rises from 98 to 125 pounds, experiences a settled stomach, and credits the remedy to Grape Nuts, with a note to seek Postum Co. literature.
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Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Prophets of Doomsday Through the Ages
The article reviews repeated failed end of the world predictions from 395 A.D. to 1941 and beyond. It notes figures like Steiffel and numerous cited dates, plus scientific cautions from the American Association for the Advancement of Science proposing 3,000,000,000 years before any end. It mocks credulous forecasts while highlighting secular scientific caution.
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Indiana
A. B. Simpson
M. Flammarion
New North Abingdon
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Good Salesmen Scarce in New York Business Woes
In New York, merchants worry over finding capable salesmen. A paper dealer says he relies on himself for sales and has spent on advertising, yet struggles to hire drummers who deliver. Others report hiring failures, high salaries, and the belief that the best salesmen already have jobs.
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New York
Sun
Telegraphone-equipped Colorado railroad lines
Lines of railroad in Colorado are being equipped with telegraphones enabling conversation over a telegraph wire without interfering with messages. Instruments placed in cabooses and coaches allow immediate communication with headquarters by throwing a hook over a wire and grounding it to the rail or car wheel in case of wrecks.
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Colorado
Stage Fear and Family Support
A dialogue shows a distressed family about him going on stage and Miss Cayenne confirms their worry only after watching his performance. The exchange highlights stage arrival and acceptance within a family dynamic.
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Miss Cayenne
Persian Beverage Mix With Rose Water And Orange Flower
A recipe from the N Y Herald describes a drink blending rose water strawberry juice and unflavored sirup with orange flower water. It suggests serving over cracked ice for a fragrant refreshing beverage.
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N Y
Fish at Billingsgate Market Yearly Totals
Billingsgate market in London moved 163,897 tons of fish last year, up from 156,357 tons in 1902 and 148,366 tons in 1901, highlighting a steady rise in supply for the market.
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Billingsgate
Billingsgate Market
London
Example and Precept
A short aphorism from Sulth's Weekly noting that one poor example can ruin many good rules. The editorial voice treats the idea as a caution about consistency and discipline in conduct and thought.
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Sulth's Weekly
Palatable Clover Hay for Livestock and Efficient Cotton Compression
Clovers hay is praised as the most palatable dry roughage when fine and clean, with a good stand reducing weeds and preserving flavor. Proper curing, windrows, and storage yield bright, palatable hay for horses cattle and poultry. The piece also discusses a new cotton compress that integrates ginning and compressing, claiming lower cost, higher density, and potential profits for southern cotton.
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H. F. McMahan
Orange Judd
Advice to Young Farmers by L H Kerrick at Iowa College
Illinois stock breeder L H Kerrick urges Iowa Agricultural College students to stay on farms and build small homesteads. He argues small farms outperform large ones, warns against commercial farming, and urges self-sufficiency before trading with others. He promotes fortifying own farm and supplying family needs first.
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Illinois
L. H. Kerrick
Iowa Agricultural College
New Cotton Compress Demonstration At South End Exhibit
A new cotton compress claimed to revolutionize the industry is on exhibit at the south end of the area. It promises reduced consumer prices and larger profits for producers and merchants alike, showcasing potential impact on the cotton market.
Caring for Farm Horses A Guide to Humane Horse Care
Advice from the Cor. Farmer's Guide urges farmers to provide constant, quality care for work and driving horses. Emphasizes varied, nutritious hay and grains, gradual spring work, daily brushing, dry stables, and humane treatment to prevent overwork and distress.
Advice on cow pea hay production and seeding rates
A Tennessee correspondent outlines ground preparation and planting practices for cow pea hay. Break and harrow, drill with double row corn drill 20 24 inches apart, then drag to smooth the surface. Sow one quarter bushel per pass totaling half a bushel per acre. Thin sowing improves root systems and bacteria development.
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Tennessee
How long a ton of hay feeds a horse
Drovers' Journal notes that feeding length depends on horse weight. A 1200 lb horse should receive 12–13 lb daily, about 160–165 days per ton. A 1590–1600 lb horse needs 15–16 lb daily, making ton duration easy to compute. Timothy hay is preferred for driving horses. clover for fattening horses.
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Prof. Kennedy
Timothy Hay
Drovers’ Journal
Livestock Water, Hog Profits, and Poultry Care
New York farms held 312 farmers institutes last year with about 140000 attendees. Emphasizes clean water for livestock, proper milking hygiene, vermin control, and rich Tennessee wheat harvests. Notes hog population and value per head, with tips on feeding for poultry success and factors behind thin eggshells.
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New York State
United States
Tennessee
Flowers that glow light up Australian blooms in summer nights
The article recounts phosphorescent flowers observed in San Francisco and Australia, detailing luminous nasturtiums sunflowers marigolds and yellow lilies. It notes experiments by Mauriceson and Daniels and cites Linnaeus Newton and Haggern on light origins. It also describes glowing mushrooms and preserved examples, with best viewing in July or August after sunset.
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San Francisco
Philadelphia
Mauriceson
Golden Gate Park Observatory
John A. Morris
San Francisco Chronicle
Daniels
Linneans
Haggern
Strasburg
France
Will funds trust for horse Tony in Dr Gilwee case
In St Louis the probate of Dr John Gilwee's will reveals a $2,000 trust for his horse Tony. If the animal survives the testator, the sum earns six percent annually to cover Tony's food shelter and care during life. Upon Tony's death the principal goes to the doctor's legal heirs.
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St. Louis
John Gilwee
Tony
Professional Egotism in Literary Debate
In a Washington Star quote, Stormington Barnes dismisses Shakespeare's personal interference, saying he respects the writer but dislikes authors pushing how lines should be read, highlighting tension between artist autonomy and author guidance.
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Stormington Barnes
Shakespeare
Washington Star
The Leap Year Girl and Charity's Start
A brief note evokes charity as the start of reform. The Leap Year Girl tale hints at marriage trials with William's teasing and a stubborn will.
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William
Washington Star
Foolish Interruption at Political Speaking Event
A heckler interrupted a candidate during an eloquent address in a hall. The man demanded an explanation of promises not to seek office, and the candidate replied he would not turn his hand over for any office, insisting it meant no cards were shown. Friends of the candidate moved the interrupter aside amid noise.
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The
Chicago Tribune
A Successful Salesman Tale From a New England Village
The tale recalls a summer scene in a small coast village where a young man paid to buy seawater. He later told the old fisherman that he must have done substantial business overnight, following a playful misunderstanding about ocean water for sale.
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Thomas Brackett Reed
New England
New York Times
Prince Hobbenlohe Praises American Wines in New York
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes Prince Hobbenlohe praised American wines during a New York visit, especially California red wines for their perceived purity. The report recounts a Berlin court case where a vintner was fined for selling chemically altered wine and, after paying the fine, asked the chemist why his wine lacked bitartrate of potash, prompting a vow to include it in his future wines.
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Prince Hobbenlohe
New York
America
California
Cincinnati Enquirer
Perce
Berlin
Dodd's Kidney Pills Promoted As Rheumatism Cure
Bay City Michigan August 8 special Mr F Henley of this city adds his testimony to claims that Dodd's Kidney Pills cure rheumatism after sixteen years of suffering and many medicines He says the pills gave more relief than all previous treatments and that healthy kidneys remove uric acid from blood, making the pills beneficial for acute rheumatism.
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Bay City
F. Henley
Dodd
Henley
Tie
Salient Quip Sparks Confusion in Ohio Papers
The Cleveland Leader notes a man who was revived by saline solution after a punch to the jaw and claims his sighting of a revolver, only for him to say he saw a merry go round instead. The Cincinnati Enquirer teases matrimonial matches sparked by money boxes.
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Cleveland
Cincinnati Enquirer
Senator Butler Endorses Peruna Remedy in Letter
U S Senator M C Butler of South Carolina lauds Peruna for dyspepsia and stomach trouble in a Washington letter. He calls Peruna a catarrh remedy and credits it with relief and tonic effects. He invites readers to write Dr Hartman for free medical advice at The Hartman Sanitarium Columbus Ohio.
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U. S
M. C. Butler
South Carolina
Washington, D. C
Hartman
Hartman Sanitarium
Columbus
Masked Wife and Wealth Feature in Yonkers Tale
In Yonkers Statesman chatter, a man marries a rich woman who spends time driving in an automobile while she wears a mask. Their finances fund a lavish lifestyle, prompting Patience and Patrice to note the moneyed dynamic and social display involved.
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Patience
Patrice
Yonkers Statesman
Hair Care Advice from Eleanor Parker
It is generally agreed that many shampoos used are injurious to the hair. The recommended treatment is frequent brushing and absolute cleanliness. Wash with Ivory Soap lather and rinse thoroughly. Final cool rinse closes pores and helps prevent colds.
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Eleanor RB. Parker
Extry! Extry Newsboy Proclaims Terrible Explosion
A local newsboy shouts an extra edition about a blast as bystanders react to a terrible explosion, with one person asking what caused the noise and the boy declaring the scoop. The scene captures a midcentury street corner reporting moment.
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Herald and Presbyter
Various Advertisements and Notices From 1900 Almanac Era
A collage of medical cures and product pitches appears with references to Allen's Foot Ease, Dr Kline’s nerve restorer, Piso’s Cure, and other remedies. Additional pieces touch on ballots and elections in Denver, humor about a graduate essay, and Irish emigration counts, all reflecting early 20th century newspaper ads and brief public notices.
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Palace of Agriculture
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Mass
F. Bhonx
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Hot Springs
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Olmsted
le Roy
Denver
Atlanta Constitution
Kline
Arch St
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Iife
Newark Advertiser
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Trinity Springs
Ind
Ireland
Indianapolis News
Boston
Partine
Paxton CO
Pope Bldg
Mast
Piso
Clark and
Liberty Streets
Warren
Tulane University OF Louisiana
NAV’ Onrueans
Newcomb College
Tulane
Reotxs
Sane
Irlustratad Ceecutan
A.N. Kellogg
Jefferson Street
Memphis
Splendid
B. Lowenstein & Bros
Tenn
Transportation Advanced
Joseph, Mfg
Dept
I. H. Green's Sons
Box CO
Atlanta
Add
Universal Supply CO
Indianapolis
Adires
Berman Kali Worms
le Maon Street
South Broad Street
EL East
Advertio“Na Piense
Addroar Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
McGee
Mayfield Medicine
Southern Foundry CO
Owensboro
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