Greater Efficiency Spurs Western Canada Farm Boom
The nation wide drive for More Efficiency reaches Western Canada where grain farmers enjoy low land prices from 15 to 25 per acre and high yields. With $2.00 per bushel wheat and tax exemptions plus reduced railway rates, investors report 50 to 100 percent profits on 4000 dollar investments, urging others to join the opportunity.
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Canid
Canada
Western Canada
U. S
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Albertz
Ottawa
Green's August Flower touted for stomach and liver issues
An advertisement touts Green's August Flower as a remedy for disordered stomachs and inactive liver. It claims to ease headaches, constipation, sour stomach, indigestion, and liver bile purification, functioning as a gentle laxative and stomach cleaner. Bottles sell for 80 and 90 cents in many countries.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Price Increase Noted
An old advertisement notes price rises for Laxative Bromo Quinine due to higher costs in six medicinal extracts. It claims a century of use and global popularity and mentions Red Cross Ball Blue and church bells melted for munitions in Germany.
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Germany
Fletcher
Amercan
Adv
Treating Various Diseases of Swine
Guidance on preventing and controlling hog diseases including cholera, mange, lice, and vermin. Emphasizes quarantine, thorough cleaning and disinfection, burning and burying infected materials, vaccination advice, and multiple dipping treatments with various dips to eradicate parasites and prevent spread.
Picric Acid and Lyddite Shells From Boer War Echo
Picric acid as a high explosive first emerged in general discussion during the Boer War and in connection with the Lyddite shells used by the British.
Stores Closed for One Day Sparks Grateful Line
In a lighthearted remark, a shopper thanks the break from price reminders as stores shut for a holiday. The exchange highlights a rare quiet day without rising costs.
Cuticura Ad Promises Clear Skin With Routine Use
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment and Cuticura Soap for preventing pimples and keeping skin clear. It offers a free sample by mail with a booklet from Cuticura Boston and claims daily use as a toilet preparation. The piece also includes a motivational line about self surrender and brains to get through the world.
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Dept. L
Boston
Poor Man Tries to Do Useful Task for His Country
A simple citizen seeks to contribute to national effort amid difficult times. The unnamed individual undertakes a modest task given by local authorities, illustrating everyday patriotism and civic duty in challenging circumstances.
Hall’s Catarrh Medicine Ad Claims Cure and Reward
Ohio notarized oath by Frank J. Cheney of F. Cheney & Co promises one hundred dollars if catarrh cannot be cured by Hall’s Catarrh Medicine. Advertisement touts internal intake and blood action with testimonials and a Toledo, Ohio address.
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State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. Cheney & Co
Toedo
Hall
A. W. Gleason
Pr. J. Cheney & Co
Ohio
Man declines to follow brass band without gun
A man refuses to join a brass band parade down the street due to not having a firearm. The line captures a cautious stance amid public marchups and local street activity.
Prevent Gnawing Of Trees Russet Apples For Cider
A wash to deter rabbits from orchard trees uses carbolic acid sulfur soft soap lime and water applied hot by early April. Russet apples yield good cider due to balanced acid and aromatic flavors though juice per bushel is lower. They are prized for sterilized cider stock and may fetch higher profits than barrel stock.
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U.S. P
Nursery Catalogues Spark Interest for Orchard Work
Catalogues are interesting to people who like orchard work. The varieties and planting and care suggestions will be handy for developing tree care plans and choosing suitable stock.
Dirt in Milk Sparks Dairy Barn Concerns
A brief note reports dirt in milk traces to cow manure from the dairy barn. The finding highlights sanitary issues at the dairy operation and prompts calls for improved barn practices.
High Grade Milk Standards
A description of high grade milk requiring elong purity and disease-free content with minimal bacteria so it does not sour for 24 to 48 hours even at ordinary temperatures.
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Cascara E
Mr. Hill
Carter
Ace
Westvolt
David Rone
David Roberts
Tony
Vet. Co
Grand Avenue
Waukosha
M. J. Johnstone
Watertown
S. D
R. A. Garrett
Jackson St
St. Paul
Mina
Kansas City Journal
Marine
Reyes
Lydia E
Pinkham Med. Co
Rca
Rice Brothers
Live
Sioux City
Chicago
Kansas
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