Canard argument cited in Buffalo Express cartoon
A humorous Buffalo Express exchange questions a woman chasing a husband from the house over alleged mistreatment of children, then notes there are no children and suggests the quarrel concerns a canary instead. The cartoon lampoons domestic disputes and misinterpretations.
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Buffalo Express
Dr Thomas Electric Oil Aids Asthma Relief
The advertisement states Dr Thomas Electric Oil can be used internally with equal success as externally. It claims immediate relief for asthma and catarrh when used as directed and notes testimonials from sufferers who found relief.
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Thomas
Witty Exchange on Wives and Salaries
A brief Boston Transcript quip notes a man wonders why wives are called the better half and Wedmore suggests the reason is sharing salary. The item reflects a humorous social comment from the period.
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Singleton
Wedmore
Boston Transcript
Quote about error and forgiveness from Chicago Record-H Herald
A Chicago Record-Herald quip questions who wrote the line To err is human to forgive divine and recalls a reply about someone who erred and was found out. The remark reflects newspaper wit on fame and accountability.
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Chicago Record- Herald
Minard’s Liniment Cures Colds and Quarrels
A brief Detroit Free Press item notes a domestic dispute overheard in which a woman scorns marriage and a man urges a planned game downtown. The fragment suggests tensions and gossip about a couple and a rumored scheme.
Dodd's Kidney Pills Claim to Cure Kidney Disease
A Portneuf, Quebec resident testifies that Dodd's Kidney Pills cured his gravel rheumatism and diabetes after ten years of illness. He urges others to try the remedy early to avoid suffering and notes many similar Canadian cases. The advertisement markets the pills as a universal cure for kidney disease.
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Canada
Dodd
Right
Reactionaries Echo a Conservatism Tale from Galveston
In a Galveston address mayor Lewis Fisher likens reactionaries to Hiram Conway of Dee. The tale recalls a mill scene where a young worker complains of slow grinding, asking how long he could eat the meal before starvation, highlighting stubborn conservatism.
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Quiet Rebuffs Echo Notable Encounters Through Time
A string of brief anecdotes shows notable figures handling insults with calm humor. Douglas Jerold avoids confrontation by acting, John Wesley politely steps aside after a sharp insult, and Lord Kitchener remains unmoved when greeted by a surprise admirer in St James Park.
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Impoverished Blood and the Pink Pills Remedy
Anaemia is a common danger for growing girls caused by overwork and lack of exercise. Dr Williams Pink Pills promise to build new blood and restore energy, with testimonials from Miss Mabel McTavish of Prince Albert. Sold at 50 cents a box, six for $2.50 from The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ont.
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The Sunday School Lesson on the Passion Narrative
The piece reflects on the crucifixion and the last scenes of Jesus life. It recalls Pilate returning Jesus to the crowd Barabbas released and Jesus led to crucifixion. The author emphasizes Jesus unity with God before creation and his saving work for humanity.
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Holloway's Corn Cure Promises Wart Disappearance
In a Chicago Daily News quip, two voices discuss Holloway's Corn Cure. One remarks on the cure's effectiveness against warts while the other ponders a woman's limited speech, noting her discernment in what to say.
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Chicago
Minard's Liniment Cures Distemper
Minard's Liniment touted as a cure for distemper claims by readers in a humorous aside. The snippet includes a joke about repeating tales heard at banquets and a quip about telling one’s wife everything heard.
Early Britons' Hidden Lifestyles Revealed in Ecasy
An ecasy in a sixth grade assignment described early Britons sleeping in caves in a group, lying naked on the floor with no coverings, claiming they were notably social. The fragmentary account reflects antiquated views and incomplete evidence about prehistoric habits.
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Flor
Old Masters Immortal as Modern Painters Shine
Hopkinson Smith at a Century Club dinner in New York praises old masters as immortal noting they still produce new works for the galleries of our multi millionaires.
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F. Hopkinson Smith
Ceitic
Century Club
New York
Bickle's Anti-Consumptive Syrup Promoted for Lung Health
The text asserts that many inherit weak lungs and susceptibility to colds, and promotes Bickle's Anti-Consumptive Syrup as a preventive and protective remedy. It claims the syrup strengthens the lungs against exposure and sudden weather changes and notes it is cheap and effective.
Trades People Questioned as They Weigh Anchor
A brief note reports sailors weighing anchor amid mistrust of trades people. The exchange conveys tension between crew and local vendors, reflecting skepticism about reliability during preparations.
Irate Pa confronts daughter over gas shutoff timing
In a tense exchange titus recounts his father's demand to cut gas off at 10 p.m. The daughter notes the young man who sells to them offered to view an earlier shutoff at 8 30 as a personal favor.
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Titus
Autumn Leaven and Skyward Lines by a Poet
A playful verse fragment shows a poet lamenting autumn’s falling leaves while imagining them rising and cluttering the skies. The quip hints at inverted seasonal imagery and wry critique of poetic convention.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Claims Universal Cure
A 19th century advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease. It claims internal use targets blood and mucous surfaces, offers 100 dollars pay if it fails, and urges readers to request testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio. Also promotes Hoell's Family Pills for constipation.
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F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Hoell
Language quarrel over raise and lift sparks debate
A Philadelphia Ledger quip contrasts raise and lift with a chicken farming example. The exchange highlights subtle meaning differences and ends with a humorous note on language use.
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