Open Air Tuberculosis Care Gains Ground in Philadelphia
The article discusses outdoor treatment for tuberculosis and home care trends, noting early advocacy in Philadelphia and hospital experiments at Jefferson. It cites rising recoveries and low fatalities in the roof ward, and contrasts with broader calls for scientific farming and agriculture graduates' strong salaries from the University of Wisconsin.
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Philadelphia
Benjamin
Franklin
Jefferson Hospital
University of Wisconsin
College
Chicago Record-Herald
Nagging and divorce issues in shifting state rules
A survey of divorce norms across states cites Kentucky Missouri and Oregon noting fault grounds and the burden of nagging as a cause for separation or dissolution. The piece humorously comments on language reforms in China and mocks a Philadelphia case where a wife beat her husband over a ten cent discrepancy, illustrating social tensions in a provocative tone.
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New York Mall
Kentucky
Missouri
Oregon
Court of Justice
Philadelphia
Women Demand Men Tagged by Buttons On Lapels
A Massachusetts woman advocates marking men with registered buttons on their lapels as a gesture in a broader struggle for women’s rights. The article references stalled progress and notes incidents of crossings and channel travel, using a satirical tone about social order and punishment.
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Massachusetts
The Sage Monticello Jefferson at Monticello 1826 death
Jefferson retired to Monticello after a long public career and faced poverty before wealthy friends aided him. Described as the sage of Monticello he remained a moral force, pursued science and education, and died July 4 1826 at Monticello at 12 40 PM. The article notes his influence and the many visitors who sought his counsel.
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Monticetto
Jefferson
Virginia
Congress
Philadelphia
Monticello
Tarleton
Monticelo
Washington
Jeferson
Mon Ucello
Jefersom
Ike
Louisiana
Bastisere
University of Virginia
Phitogopher
Manticello
Inscription honors Jefferson as Father of the University
The inscription proclaims Thomas Jefferson as author of the Declaration of Independence and religious liberty statutes. It places him beside Washington in national esteem, noting his counsel helped establish the nation as firmly as military might and leadership.
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Thomas Jefferson
The Last Red Fire From the Mantle
A fragmented verse-like scene describes a family reacting to a fiery accident. Burned grandpa, a wounded uncle, a surgeon tending burns, and a halted household after eight fire alarms. The piece evokes urgency and quiet suffering as the fire ends and recovery begins.
Fourth of July celebration talk sparks, humorous debate
A Ladies committee plans the Fourth of July program and ponders who should read the Declaration of Independence. A dimpled blonde favors a man with a good voice, while a square-jawed woman objects that a married man should not read it, joking about Uncle Sam and a quarter.
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Csercines
Their Busy Day at the Nations Birth Celebration
An impassioned orator questions who has reason to be happier on the nation's birthday. A man with head bandaged and both hands in a sling rises and declares that the doctors are the ones happiest, amid a bustling hall scene.
Thryin to force Casey to eat matches shocks town
Trouble lingers as a mob of Hogan’s men reportedly fed Casey a dozen cannon crackers and now pressure mounts to compel him to ingest a box of matches in a tense alley confrontation.
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Clancey
Phiwat
Hogan
Casey
Real Patriotism and Good Citizenship Concept
The phrase extols patriotism as the hallmark of a good citizen, asserting daily acts and conduct reflect loyalty to the nation. It links true patriotism to consistent, upright behavior as the best demonstration of national spirit.
Fragmented Patriotic Dialogue From A Local Pageant
The excerpt shows a rough, humorous exchange about liberty and Independence Day. Characters discuss rights tied to men and independence, with asides about a boy nicknamed Thomas Jefferson and a exchange about a boy returning from a Fourth of July picnic.
Proof Of The Day Seas Of Wits In Debate
Mr Torpedo Well celebrates his quick thinking as Mr Cracker concedes a sharp exchange. The dialogue plays on clever wordplay and succinct comebacks, delivering a brief snapshot of wit and humor in a playful contest.
The Girl and the Flag ballad excerpt
A verse about love for a girl and the flag, depicting a girl seated in shade with a crown of hair, a waving flag overhead, and an emotional gaze. It contrasts ideals of devotion with personal loss, presenting vivid imagery of national and intimate bonds.
Murine Eye Remedy Advertised For Irritated Eyes
An early 20th century style ad promotes Murine Eye Remedy for weak watery eyes and granulated eyelids. It notes illustrated packaging and improvements claimed by the company Murine Eye Remedy Co based in Chicago.
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Acta Gatekiy
Cdi
Disfigured Baby Recovers Using Cuticura Remedies
A Nebraskan family describes Gilbert's severe eczema beginning in infancy. After two doctors failed to help, they used Cuticura Soap and Ointment, reporting clear skin within four weeks and praising the remedy for their three year old's appearance.
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Gilbert
Chitego
Halbrecht
West Point
Neb
Drugegista
Cuticura
T Kept. L. Boston
Ghostly encounter frightens river trip narrator
Zeke recounts a terrifying night after crossing the dam toward his cabin when a blue Mehit shaped as a six foot ghost appeared. A tin lamp flickered as a figure cursed Zeke and warned him to mind his business before vanishing, leaving Zeke to recount a frightening brush with danger.
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Zeke
Rufe
Rufa
Zeke Gsbout
Russ Jackson
Postum Proves Coffee Effects Reversed in Ill Farmer Tale
A Minnesota farmer reports decade long stomach trouble from coffee and tea, regaining health after quitting caffeine drinks. He credits Postum with weight gain, no medicines, and whole family switching to Postum following his dramatic improvement.
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Batlia Creek
Mich
Postum
Coffes
Wellville
Remon
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