Worm Exterminator touted as safe and effective
In a humorous exchange Gibbs and audience members debate the new play and the so called Mother Graves Worm Exterminator. Mrs Hogan Oi shares a wink about her husband while Mrs Grogan notes Pat’s hospital stay as a joke.
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Gibbs
Hall's Catarrh Cure Adverts in 1880s Toledo
Frank J. Cheney sworn as senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co. promises one hundred dollars for each untreated catarrh case. Notice dated December 6, 1886, includes notary A W Gleason. Sells Hall's Catarrh Cure 75 cents and Hall's Family Pills. Also features a joke about a tongue battle between spouses.
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State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A.w.gleason
Ake Hall
Minard's Liniment Relief Highlighted in Brief
A brief reader note references Minard's Liniment as a neuralgia remedy. The exchange at a dinner table features a sentimental landlady and a witty boarder discussing dietary tastes and Congregational values.
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St Ling
Fingerprint System Proves its Power at North London Court
A police expert testified that Scotland Yard has created 31,000 identifications using prints. He noted over 1,000,000 impressions stored and 120,000 sets. In an Eton Mission theft case, Clarence Clark was connected by fingerprint evidence alone after a glass globe left prints matching his thumb scar.
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Scotland Yard
North London
Edward Henry
Collins
Eton
Ackney Wick
Clarence Clark
Clark
Heiress in Cardiff Slums Chooses Revenge Over Fortune
An heiress to 85 000 pounds living in Cardiff slums rejects guardians wishes and a fortune. Once social in Bath, she now resides with low-status companions and speaks of revenge for past wrongs. She remains firm, declining money and clothes offered to restore her former life.
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Cardiff
Bath
England
Workhouse
The Pioneer's Crop Flax Promises First Year Revenue
The article extols flax as the pioneer crop best sown at prairie first breaking. It rots sod for deeper autumn plowing and matures quickly, allowing late spring sowing. In 1907 Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba yields rose sharply as late sowing became common, underscoring rotation to avoid soil depletion.
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Canadian West
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Manitoba
Northwestern States
Baby Aid Tablets Claim Quick Relief for Indigestion
An advertisement asserts Baby's Own Tablets cure infant indigestion colic and vomiting, restoring appetite and sleep. Mrs George Howell of Sanday Beach Quebec testifies the product ended her baby's distress and left him healthy. Sold by dealers or mail order at 25 cents a box from The Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
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Geo. Howell
Sanday Beach
Que
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Lecture on the rhinoceros by The Christian Instructor
A lecturer emphasizes undivided attention to convey the true nature of the rhinoceros. Willie recounts his mother asking about a rude remark from a playmate and his silent, unprovoked response, hoping not to provoke anger.
Marion Bridge Liniment Boosts Local Sales
The user praises MINARD'S LINI MENT as the preferred liniment in Marion Bridge C B over the past year. It is stated as the best seller among many liniments and the first choice for local customers.
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Marion Bridge
C.B
Minard
Claridge's to Mark Its One Hundredth Birthday
The famous London hotel Claridge's, long the haunt of princes and millionaires, began as Mivart's in 1808. Founder M. Mivart is noted for introducing bathrooms to hotel guests. In 1850 Mivart sold to Mr and Mrs Claridge, later operated by a company.
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Claridge’s
London
Princes and Millonaires
Mivart’s
M. Mivart
Mivert
Mivart
Claridge
Argonanut
Light of Genius Dog Lesson Goes Awry
A Philadelphia Record item recalls a schoolroom moment where a teacher's dog lesson meets a mock exam. An inspector asks why a dog hangs his tongue and a clever pupil answers with a humorous balance of tail line.
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Philadelphia Record
Mastery Through Disagreeable Labor Says Success Magazine
The piece argues that success comes from perseverance and self discipline. A person who sticks to an unwanted task with energy and purpose, despite misgivings, demonstrates heroic qualities and resilience year after year.
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Success Magazine
Proverbial Advice on Marriage and Money
A humorous exchange contrasts a man seeking financial prudence with a woman dismissing poverty as a marriage barrier. The dialogue mocks the idea that coin can guarantee happiness or ease, urging skepticism of quick fixes and urging sensible partnership.
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days by Paz0 Ointment
An advertisement promises cure of itching bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days with Paz0 ointment or a full refund. It states the price as 50c and claims guaranteed results.
Jairie Scratches and Every Form of Contagious Itch Cured
An abridged humorous exchange from Harper's Weekly features Bobby asking about twins and Dorothy correcting him with a playful progression from twins to centipedes. The piece also advertises Wolford's Sanitary Lotion claiming rapid cures for human and animal itching.
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Bobby
Dorothy
Harper’s Weekly
Wolford
Cured of Politics Across a Comedic Exchange
A boy jokes that his father in politics may be "cured" as his stomach rebels to drinking again. The exchange is relayed in a light tone, reflecting local politics and family dynamics via a brief dialogue snippet. An embedded notice shows a postal subordinate demanding fairness after a fine. The piece juxtaposes political satire with a bureaucratic quip about honor and duty.
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Catholic Standard and Times
Rangoon
A Diverse Roundup of Quotations and Remedies
A collection of casual remarks from Congressmen on agriculture experts and onion planting humor. Also notes on Thomas Ecletric Oil’s long steady sales and universal use. A gag about tombstones and a jab at New York City construction raising marble prices, set in a folksy voice.
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Department of Agriculture
Kansas
Harper’s
Auction planned for Osborne royal yacht once used by Queen Victoria
Minneapolis ads offer guns traps furs hides and tanning services. The Osborne royal yacht, built for Victoria, broke in 1870 and will be sold by auction. Many fittings moved to the new yacht Alexandra nearing completion.
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Osborne
Queen Victoria
Pembroke
Alexandra
Minard's Liniment Cures Dandruff
Odd verse notes weather plans and spring comfort while praising Minard's Liniment for dandruff cure as it soaks in.
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Minard
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