Advertising and politics span the nation in this era
The article notes debates among Democratic leaders over James M. Cuffey as future national chairman and highlights advocates like Colonel Pope and John Wanamaker promoting advertising's value. It cites ads boosting business, recalls bicycle industry changes after a trust, and comments on a Schuylkill school directors bribery case. It ends with reflections on labor, wages, and industrial prospects amid economic strain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James M. Cuffey
Pitsburg
Col
A.A. Pope
Bicycle Trust
Colonel Pope
Blythe Township
Frith
Sehuyien
Schuylkill
New York
Two Unsung Heroes Save Lexington From Devastating Flood
Across perilous darkness a flood swelled toward Lexington as James Kernan at Heppner Oregon stayed at his post warning the next town, and Leslie Hatlock rode hard to alert locals. Had Hatlock not acted, most residents might have perished as water swept away homes leaving only two structures standing. Their courage stands alongside famed battlefield bravery in heroism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Kernan
Heppner
Oregon
Nero
Leslie Hatlock
Jeanne
Hatlock
Lexington
Light Brigade
Starting Test cures stomach ulcer with Bitters claim
Dr. T. G. Merritt of Mehoopany Pa touts a starting test that led to a cure for ulcer induced hemorrhages. He cites a patient who recovered after using Heptone Bitters, noting 14 months without attack and urging use for stomach and liver issues. Electric Bitters are sold with a guarantee for dyspepsia indigestion constipation and kidney troubles at local drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. G. Merritt
of & Mehoopany
Hearst
W. C. Price
J. H. Houck
Pittston
B. Stroh
West Pits
Ize
Local noted items and ads mix with medical notes and politics
An assorted page notes the Maine Legislature appointing a seven member commission on removing the state capitol from Augusta, alongside small town Maine demographics and a string of medical and consumer notices. It mentions Margaret Long near Johns Hopkins, a wedding gift topic, a hosiery ad, and various patent medicine claims. References include John D. Long, Thomas J. Ys tand, and Dr Welsh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Port
Augusta
Oath
Auus
Bidford
Lewistown
Portland
Bath
Misa Margaret Long
Navy
John D. Long
Johns Hopkins University
Balimore
Jane
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Pittston Gazette
Paton
Lam
William Joseph Peck
Ldet
Wyoming
Pittte
Pitan Ety
John Wanamaker
Philadelphia
A. Stewart
Broadway
Wanamaker
New York City
Great
Howell
Houston
Moore
Lafayette
Mori
Hood
Hichala
California
Prune Wafers
John Burke & Son
Itston Iron Roofing Co
Eadyarters
Contig
C. E. Hunt
Horn Ailey, Ar Ey
Davenport Shoe Store
North Main Street
Ty Aaron
Heath
Igor Meee
Sacks & Brown
Melba Boot
T. F. Mangan & CO
Cron Street
J. J. Mangan
Crow St
R. B. Cutler
R. BR. Cutler
Nations
Boss’ Complete Outfitting
Buss’ Outfitting Store
Ewe An
Laweny Cantey
Williams & Co
Williams & McAnulty
North Main St
Pittston, Pa
Luzerne Ave
Onsult
Armstrong & Sanders
Cious
Fever
Schussler
Interne Ave
THE
Sriffin Studio
Wilkesbarre
Wee
W. S. Barritt
Stone
Sam
Bechtold’ 'S Bicycle Store
Main St
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