Peace anniversary notes end of Great War with stern justice
The piece recalls the June 28 1919 Versailles treaty ending World War I and contrasts it with the 1914 Sarajevo assassination. It stresses Germany’s defeat, the need for a long rebuilding era, and vigilance over Germany to ensure adherence to the peace terms, citing Scapa Flow and naval treachery.
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Franz Ferdinand
Austria-Hungary
Sarajevo
Austria
Serbia
Germany
Hooe
Scapa Flow
Corn Removal Trick Promises Instant Relief
A Cincinnati man promotes Freezone as a cheap ether compound to remove corns. A few drops directly on a tender corn should relieve pain and shrink the corn so it can be lifted out with the fingers. The claim warns against infection from improper corn trimming and encourages clipping out the note for reluctant patients.
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Cincinnati
Father
Saskatchewan Beef for Italy shipped from major hubs
Saskatchewan beef shipped to Italy totals 17 cars valued at 170000 dollars. The consignment originates from Regina, Moose Jaw and Saskatoon with ten cars from Regina, three from Moose Jaw and four from Saskatoon.
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Regina
Sask
Gordon
Ironsides & Fares
Saskatchewan
Italy
Moose Jaw
Saskatoon
Dr Williams Pink Pills Prove Life Restoring for Debility
A Canadian anecdote extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy for general debility. The text describes pale blood, improved appetite, digestion, sleep, and vigor after treatment, highlighting Mr. W. Doxtater of Ontario whose weight rose from 130 to 170 pounds with continued use. Pills sold 50 cents a box or six for $2.50 via The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville.
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Williams
Mr. W. Doxtater
Thson
Dr. Williams
Airplane Construction Details Highlight Screws and Wood
A historical note explains that twenty three thousand screws secure components in an ordinary airplane and that around one hundred pieces of wood form a single wing, illustrating early aviation assembly.
Plans for Air Train With Carriages Afloat in the Sky
London circles warm to reports from The Hague that Herr Fokker, a Dutch inventor, plans an aerial train. He would be seated in a plane towed by another, creating a chain of air cars for passengers and baggage. The project faces the challenge of finding a pilot to lead the train.
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London
Hague
Herr Fokker
Herr. Fokker
Dr J D Kellogg Asthma Remedy Promoted
An advertisement touts Dr J D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a swift cure for asthma symptoms. It claims immediate relief of restricted air passages and notes widespread dealer availability.
Wisdom From Age Verses Youthful Insight
A reflective line notes that at twenty one a man believes he knows all things while at fifty he longs to know more yet. The quip contrasts youthful certainty with middle aged doubt in a compact age wise observation.
Chinese Firecrackers Populate Canton Export Trade
Firecrackers from Canton form a cheap, popular Chinese tradition using gn powder rolled in bamboo paper with red coverings for luck. Alum reduces smoke. The Canton district leads this industry as crackers appear at weddings, festivals, and birthdays to ward off evil. China exports about £600000 annually.
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China
Canton
Black Watch Tobacco Ad Claims Superior Chewing Quality
An advertisement for Black Watch chewing tobacco praises its premium quality, claiming it outperforms rivals and remains smooth and reliable. The copy emphasizes strong flavor and steady chew, positioning the brand as the top choice for smokers and chewers.
Curing a Hunting Dog with Minard's Liniment
Wilfrid Gagne of Grand Central Hotel Drummondville testifies Aug 3 1904 that Minard's Liniment cured a valuable hunting dog of mange after several veterinarians failed to help. The letter endorses the product from a hotel proprietor in Drummondville.
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Minard
Krupp Works in Munich Sold to Americans
Dispatches from Munich report the Krupp works in Munich have been sold to American owners. Additional Bavarian capital industrial concerns are said to have also passed into U.S. hands.
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Krupps
London
Munich
U.S
Holloway's Corn Cure Claims Safe, Certain Results
Both hard and soft corns yield to Holloway's Corn Cure. The product is claimed to be entirely safe to use and certain in its action, offering satisfactory relief from corn discomfort.
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Holloway
Hamburg Retaken by German Government Troops
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Copenhagen reports Hamburg has been occupied by government troops under Gen. Von Lettow Vorbeck. No fighting occurred as Spartacans and Communists had held the city for a week.
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London
Hamburg
von Lettow Vorbeck
Exchange Telegraph Company
Coperhagen
Swiftest Dog in the World
The berzoi or Russian wolfhound is described as the swiftest dog with record runs near 73 feet per second. The gazelle is noted at over 80 feet per second, potentially 4,800 feet in a minute if maintained.
Miller's Worm Powders Fight Harmful Intestinal Worms
Worms attack the lining of the intestines and can perforate the wall if untreated. Miller's Worm Powders claim to exterminate these hookworms and repair the damage they cause.
Some Women Are Not As Bad As They Are Painted
A brief remark contrasts public perception of women with reality, suggesting a more nuanced view of female character and behavior. The note highlights the tendency to stereotype while urging fair judgment.
Price limits set for marriage agencies in Japan
A catalog of fixed fees outlines Minard's Liniment style limits for wives and match services in Japan. Introduction costs one peso, a search for a life partner costs five, and binding two together costs twenty five pesos, covering expenses like carriages, flowers, and jewelry.
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Japan
Tve
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