Household Remedies and Fashion Warnings in Old Times
A fragmented 19th century piece mixes domestic tips with warnings about corsets and child health. It cites lavender oil for fires, tea for washing wood, vinegar on glass, lime-water for drains, and warns about corrosive cleaning. It also critiques restrictive corsets, calls for proper dress, exercise, and plain nourishing food to foster erect frames and strong bodies.
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Philadelphia Press
Nobel Ronpresaon
Cheerfulness and the charm of a merry heart
The Troy Press argues that true cheerfulness and laughter in women reflect a kind and hearty nature. A belle who cannot understand jokes or smile amid mirth is soon isolated, as genuine gaiety should spring from a benevolent heart rather than vanity or mere excitement.
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Gayety
Troy Press
Dangers of Laudanum and Cold Water in Early Medicine
A New York doctor recalls a case where a mother gave a crying eight month old laudanum, totaling about fourteen ounces, in two doses. The infant survived after medical intervention. The piece warns against giving opium to children without a doctor's order and discusses the limited, tempering role of water in treatment.
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New York
Saya
Roth
Russian apples survive brutal winter in New England gardens
The article reports on hardy Russian apple varieties tested across North America, noting several cultivars that endured winter temperatures to 35 40 degrees below zero. It highlights the resilience of specific apples such as Charlottenthaler and Duchess of Oldenburg, and cites experts claiming Northwest European and Russian tree fruits offer salvation for northern growers facing extreme cold.
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Atlantic
Rocky Mountains
Augusta
Maines
Charlottenthaler
Duchess of Oldenburg
St. Tater
Switzer
Tetofsky
Longfield
Wieter
Meander
Melitesh
Jed Pewankey
Ben Davis
Praense
Mann
Russia
Applea
Beott
England
Wilbridge
Wolf River
Pours
Shipp
Amard
Europe
Moore
Orleans
Orluins
TNT
Northwastert
Ameren
Properly Clean Dairy Utensils Save Milk Mills and Butter
Advice urges thorough washing of dairy gear to prevent spoiling milk and cream. Emphasizes avoiding wooden pails, preferring glazed earthen or tin pails, and using boiling water after initial warm rinse. Recommends a mop, cotton wick bundle, ample water, and single-use towels for hygiene.
When to Dig Potatoes and Storing Tips
Potatoes should be dug once tops die back to preserve eating quality. If a dark cool cellar is available they store best for winter. In poor storage, pit in ground with cool, ventilated sides lined by straw and kept dry. Remove decayed tubers and ensure no water enters the pit.
Sharpen Your Hoe and Axe Says Rural New Yorker
The Rural New Yorker argues workers should spend minutes daily filing tools. A dull hoe or ax makes work harder, while properly edged implements cut roots cleanly and stay productive. It urges readers to keep edges in good order with a simple file.
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New Yorker
Rosa
Apa
Man and Tool Use: Sharpen Cultivator for Efficiency
A reader argues that cultivators drawn by horses should have sharp teeth. Using dull tools wastes horse strength and labor, while sharpening reduces effort and weed destruction. The piece urges owners to maintain tools, spend small sums for sharpening, and save muscle and time for better results.
Sherman Style Prose Poem Recounts Young Soldier’s Wounds
A garbled reminiscence recalls a young man linked to West Point and the Civil War era. The speaker describes the assault on Tideshuisise, a leg wound, hospital transfer, and a bayonet encounter that tests a boy’s resolve, with mentions of General Sherman and Army figures. The narrative preserves wartime tone and personal sacrifice amid chaotic transcription.
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Wi. M. Stanton
Smc
Throwalk
Pamet Arion P
Wankeaun TL
West Point
Spa
Tideshuiise
Frome
Anel Dewding
Pgeneral Sherman
Seiel Senna
Mie
Dioula
Gil
Celal
Hemut
Althefavl
Erie
Bathing Habits of Col Ingersoll on Long Branch
Descriptive profile of Col. Ingersoll visiting Long Branch, changing from formal attire to a farmer-like look while wading in the surf. The piece notes his fervent enjoyment of the water, his two daughters joining him, and crowds of onlookers from the New York World observe the scene.
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Bob Ingersoll
Col. Ingersoll
Long Branch
Barking Pavilion
Long Island
Bay Field
Cohen
Merrt
New York World
Freddie and His Girl Elopement Near Blue Mountain Lake
J G Wooster of Waterbury arrives at White Creek Warren county in search of Fred Brownson 16 and a Miss Hart 14 who ran away from Waterbury Friday morning. At Blue Mountain Lake the couple built a brush shanty and camped, cooking provisions. The girl agreed to return after Wooster showed arrest papers. parents are distressed. The couple said a dime novel inspired their escapade. The party has returned.
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Dewueruk Troy
N. Y
J. G. Wooster
Waterbury
Conn
White Creek
Warren County
Fred Brownson
Grave Hart
North Creek
Blue Mountain Lake
Mr. Wooster
North River
Elopers
Plainville
Wooster
Young Brownson
Ad Advertising Claims for Health and Taste in Early Brewed Wines
An uneven ad fragment touts Vatrymen wine adoptions and Wellh brand color theories as proof of wisdom and purity. It promotes Bly's Cream Balm for catarrh and mentions Mackey in Sigourney Iowa, claiming decades of personal use and cures for throat and chest ailments.
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Armora
United States
Wellh
Wichartson Inn
Burlington, Vt
Do You Mean Business or Busting Up Your Trade
A jumble of 19th century ads and commentary extols tonic use and strength as keys to success. Prominent claims tout Brown's Iron Bitters for debility, with testimonials from Petersburg Va and others. Segments mention St Jacob Oil, patent remedies, and varied, often dubious medical assertions, followed by scattered anecdotes and notices.
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Mwinlatera
Nureps
E. DePitt
Ph. G
Detroit
Mich
Woodward, Faxow & GO
Kansas City
W. M. Winfrey
Petersburg
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