Peruna Promoted as Cold and Catarrh Remedy
An advertisement extols Peruna as a cheerful remedy for colds and chronic catarrh. It explains how initial cold symptoms thicken nasal membranes, risk progression to hoarseness and bronchial cough, and claims Peruna can prevent or relieve these conditions when taken early or after neglect. Endorsements from Mrs. Samuelle Vigneau, Mr. Matthew O’Hare, and H. Parker attest to recovery and recommend Peruna for colds and catarrh.
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Hartman
Samuelle Vigneau
Avre Au Berd
Isle de la Magdaline
Canada
Matthew O’hare
William St
Fall River
Mass
Near Home He Changes His Stance on Dividing
A local figure shifts position on division after personal matter noted. The conversation records his prior support, later modification, and a cited influence involving his spouse purchasing a riding habit.
Holloway's Corn Cure Proves Quick Corn Relief
Ill fitting boots and shoes cause corns and discomfort. The Holloway's Corn Cure article urges readers to obtain a bottle at once to cure their corns. It emphasizes immediate use to relieve irritation from improper footwear.
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Holloway
Quote on praise and fault in daily judgments
A concise adage notes that praising people costs no more time or effort than criticizing them and yields more satisfying results. The line emphasizes choosing constructive judgment over fault finding in everyday interactions.
Doctor Persuades Kitty to Open Wide Tongue Sticking Tale
A doctor treats a child with a minor ailment and, after persistent urging, gains her cooperation. Days later the child tells her mother that the doctor no longer needs to tease her because whenever she sees him pass by she sticks out her tongue.
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Kitty
Lippincott’s
Peruna Remedy Promises Quick Cold Relief
If Peruna had no other medicinal value than its promptness in relieving common colds, it would be well worthwhile for any family to keep it in the house consistently.
Kent in the Lead Procession as a Stolen Horse Suspect
A dialogue notes Kent leading a procession after a horse theft incident out west. The crowd suspected a link to the governor’s visit, but Kent managed to slip away, leaving questions about motive and the event’s purpose.
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Kent
Wolford's Sanitary Lotion Cures Itch in 30 Minutes
Advertises Wolford's Sanitary Lotion as a cure for skin itch and mange in humans and animals, claiming complete relief within half an hour. The notice emphasizes rapid action and safety across various contagious itch conditions.
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Wolford
Quote exchange between drivers over accident handling
A quip depicts a chauffeur acknowledging a fatal or serious pedestrian incident with the response I might run over him again. The line captures a stark, darkly humorous exchange reflecting attitudes toward wrongdoing and responsibility.
Prevention of Lung Inflammation With Bick le s Anti Consumptive Syrup
A historical note promoting Bickles Anti Consumptive Syrup as a remedy to prevent lung inflammation after neglected colds. It claims the syrup eradicates the cold and stops inflammation, costs little and gives satisfactory, surprising results.
String as Universal Tool in Japan Seen by American Observer
An American writer in Japan explains how every person carries a string for emergencies and daily fixes from repairs to measuring. He notes a police practice tying a string to an arrested person to lead them to the lockup, reflecting local respect for the few and the string’s restraining role.
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Japan
Resigning clergyman cites morality in Chalfont St Peter
Rev Roland Allen of Chalfont St Peter resigns from the Church of England over sponsors at baptisms and burial services. He criticizes clergy who enable immoral lives yet participate in rites and asks the Bishop of Oxford to declare the vacancy at Christmas.
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Church of England
Roland Allen
Chalfont St Peter, Bucks
Diocese of
Oxford
St. John’s College
Pekin
Alien
Jesus Christ
Christ's Church
Oxfor
Baby's Own Tablets Promote Smiles with Trusted Dose
A mother from Auburn Ontario praises Baby's Own Tablets for teething stomach and bowel relief, saying they render doctors unnecessary at home. The Dr Williams Medicine Co offers boxes by mail for two cents, with endorsements from local readers.
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John Young
Auburn
Ont
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Mother Graves Worm Exterminator Publicity Claim
An advertisement claims Mother Graves Worm Exterminator is safe, sure, and effective for children with worms. The copy urges parents to try the product and note improvements observed in their child.
Curtain Lecture Promise Echoes in Farewell Scene
A strong woman bids farewell to a slender man on a train. The man's meek demeanor shifts as she sits, and before he leaves he shouts a vindictive quip about receiving long curtain lectures to help him sleep.
Active Curiosity and Health Claims Featured in Parmelee’s Pills
The text mocks idle curiosity in a domestic quarrel then promotes Parmelee's Vegetable Pills with Mandrake and Dandelion for liver and kidney health and a regular secretions flow. Minard's Liniment is claimed to cure Diphtheria.
Classic education debate quoted by Chicago record Herald
An anxious millionaire asks about his son’s grounding in the classics and a private tutor replies that the boy is actually stranded on them. The exchange highlights concerns over elite schooling and scholarly balance.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Bride Survives Après Nuptials On Flighted Cow
A Haute Savoie wedding tale recalls Mdile Docie and M Granger at Noverey where the feast floor collapsed sending guests into a stable. The bride leapt onto a cow and rode away, later suspended by her hair from a tree before being rescued with only minor injuries.
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Haute Savoie
Paris
The
Telegraph
Noverey
Mdile
Docie
M. Granger
Burglary Case In West London Details Stolen Whisky
In a West London burglary case a man is accused of stealing a bottle of whisky and consuming most of it. He was found in a drunken condition on Kensington Road and reported to have lost other pilfered items.
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West London
Kensington Road
Philadelphia Tour Talk Turns On The Mint
A fragmentary exchange hints at visiting Philadelphia with mention of the mint as a point of interest. The dialogue notes that access is possible but not in the preferred manner, implying guided or restricted viewing.
Red heckties illegal in Saxony says law
In Saxony wearing red heckties is illegal while elsewhere a man may wear a carmine colored nose and escape arrest if he is cunning, highlighting regional fashion law and social satire.
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Saxony
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Toronto
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