Peruna Promises Cure for Catarrh Across Membranes
National fame catarrh remedy Peruna claimed to heal mucous membranes nose throat lungs stomach kidneys and more. Letters from A T Wood of Sterling Kentucky and Evan D Bowen of Dodge City Kansas praised relief, weight gain, and grippe immunity, urging readers to seek Dr Hartman for free advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poruna
A. T. Wood
Sterling
A. T. Woor
Evan D. Bowen
Dodge City
Kan
Hartman
Dr. Hartman
Iartman Sanitarium
Columbus
Ohio
Sublime self love inspires the soul in glory
The poem extols self love as a guiding force that elevates ambition, friendship, and hope while Nature and night voices serenade the ego. It reflects a reverent, romantic view of the self as divine and destined for praise, with imagery of skies, zephyrs, birds, rivers, and starry scrolls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Louis Globe-Democrat
Dr King’s New Discovery touted as cure all for consumption
Mrs. C B Van Metre of Shepherdstown WV reports a severe bronchitis cured by one bottle of Dr King’s New Discovery. The ad claims the remedy treats croup, whooping cough, grip, pneumonia and consumption. Trial bottles are free and the product is sold by W T Younger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Younger
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and Wood's Pine Syrup Ad
An old newspaper ad extols Kodol Dyspepsia Cure to aid digestion and build blood, claiming it treats indigestion dyspepsia and stomach troubles and promotes strength. It also promotes Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup as a tonic for aging and vitality. The piece includes a quip about financial thrift and a drug store mention W B Dillard Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Dillard Drug Co
Dixie Nerve and Bone Liniment Endorsed by Va Firm
A Frederickstown Virginia letter from 1900 praises the Dixie Nerve and Bone Liniment by Owens & Mixon of Richmond. The firm reports high value for business use and excludes other liniments. Price listed is 25 cents for a large bottle at Youngger's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
M. B. Rown
Young— Ger
Novillyr
For Sale: 1903 Armada Bicycle with Patented Tubing
Bran-new bicycle never sat on by a man. Armada model with flush joints seamless frame, drop-forged inter nal connections, seamless curved handlebars nickel plated, Troxel patent saddle with interlaced hair and leather. Priced at $25 cash. Call to view. The petulant pastor is as pitiable as he is powerless.
Lynchburg Battle Defeat of Hunter Highlighted by Monroe Batteries
An Historical Sketch recounts the June 18, 1864 fight at Lynchburg where Hunter’s force of about 19,000 clashed with Early’s Confederate troops. Monroe county guns Chapman's Lowry Bryan and Jackson Batteries helped repulse Federal assaults, earning praise as key to saving Lynchburg and preserving wealth. Chapman's Battery later received new 12 pound Napoleons after reorganization.
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Hunter
Lynchburg
Camp Beirne Chapman
United Sons of Confederate Veterans
A. 8
Johnston
Beilng
Monroe
W. Va
Watchman
Times
Breckinridge
Wherton
Amherst Courthouse
Hanter
Early
Chapman
Lowry
Lurry
Bryan
Monroe County
Jackson
King’s Battalion
McLaughlin
Long
Lee
M. W.humphhreys
University of Virginia
Blue Coats
Bansack
Salem
Hanging Rock
McCauseland
Yanka
Sweet Springs
This
Greenbrier
Clarksburg
Valley of
Virginia
Staunton
Doctor Backs Electric Bitters Cure From Ulcer Pain
Dr T G Merritt of No Mehoopany Pa reports a patient with violent stomach hemorrhages from ulceration was treated with Electric Bitters. The patient improved from the first dose and has had no attack in 14 months. The remedy is guaranteed for dyspepsia indigestion constipation and kidney trouble and is sold for 60 cents at W T Younger's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. G. Merritt
No. Mehoopany
W. T. Younger
Best Fields for Dancing The Hop
A concise guide to ideal hop fields for dancing vibes. It outlines open spaces, smooth ground, and safe surroundings suitable for casual dancing sessions and lively gatherings.
Welcome to School in Chinese Tradition Humble Fathers and Dignified Etiquette
The account describes a Chinese father guiding his son into a school, with formal bows and exchanges of honorific names. The master and father exchange phrases as the boy kneels and is led to his bed and sleeping arrangements. Parents, even the poor, invest heavily to educate their sons, starting at age five or six and attending nine hours daily until eighteen or twenty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Chinaman
Wong
Chbinaman
Tong
Rcom
Favorite Prescription Restores Health in Weak Women
A testimonial extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as restoring life and strength to worn out women, curing irregularity, unhealthy drains, inflammation, and female weakness. A Kingston Ontario woman recounts five years of pain and misery before finding relief after using the remedy, with a plea to consult Dr. Pierce by letter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
Dec. Bell
Hathroad
Kingston
Ont
Dr. Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Meaning of peace in a child’s ironic answer
A boy defines peace as having no children. Miss Gray asks why. The child explains that his mother would say Now I’ll have peace when she finished washing and dressing her six siblings for school.
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Miss Gray
Consumption and fats through butter pastry and Scott's Emulsion
A prominent authority on consumption Dr. Hughes Bennett argues high butter prices and pastry abundance drive the main fat intake issues for the poor and rich. He endorses Scott's Emulsion olive oil as an easy digestible fat and blood purifying diet aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes Bennett
Lom
Scott
Scott and Bowne
The Christian Wish for the World Sermon
A Salem Methodist church sermon titled The Christian Wish for the World argues that true Christian feeling must be expressed by action not words. It contrasts Paul’s longing for Agrippa with modern preachers and urges believers to extend love beyond names and divisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem Methodist Church
Mr. Knott
Paul
Agrippa
Apostle
Christ
Earth
Henry Bascom Ridgeway
Ridgeway
Native Bromo Quinine Tablets Claim Quick Cure
An ad claims that native Bromo Quinine Tablets cure a cold in one day with a no cure, no pay offer and a price of 250. The text presents a sensational medical remedy promising immediate relief.
Dean's Ointment Promised Cure for Terrible Skin Diseases
Advertises Dean's Ointment as a cure for itching contagious skin diseases. Claims relief from misery and urges purchase at any drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Verbena Man Cured Of Severe Piles By Arnica Saive
J A Gulledge of Verbena Alabama was twice hospitalized with a severe piles condition causing 24 tumors. Bucklin's Arnica Saive promptly halted inflammation and cured him. It relieves headache and pain, sold at W T Younger's Draggist.
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J. A. Gulledge
Verbena
Ala
Bucklin
Dico
W. T. Younger
Scott's Emulsion i mproving health for all ages
Scott's Emulsion is advertised as life giving for men women and children. It promises flesh strength for consumption recovery and nourishment for growth and pale or sickly individuals. Free samples are offered and the product is available from Scott & Bowne chemists New York with prices 60 cents and 1.00.
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Scott
Scott & Bowne
Pearl Street
New York
Comet Forecast for 1003 Asks for Regular Appearances
The New York Herald reports a hopeful year for comets. It lists Faye’s comet due nine times, Viteske seen seven times, Brooks expected in December, Arrest near perihelion in January 1904, with Pervine Giacobin and Spitaler also slated to appear. Giacobin gains unusual interest as a recent addition to the list.
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Faye
Brooks
Pervine
Giacobin
Spitaler
Giacobins
New Life Pills Claim Youthful Rejuvenation
D H Turner of Dempseytown Pa reports nightly use of Dr Klegs New Life Pills for two weeks makes him feel like in his teens. He touts them as the best for liver stomach and bowels with gentle veggie formula and no gripe. Available for 5 cents at W T Younger's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kleg
D.H. Turner
Dempseytown
W. T. Younger
Garden tip to protect plants from cutworms
The advice suggests folding stiff paper around the plant stem up to the first leaves and setting the bundle one inch high to shield young plants from wind and prevent cutworms from reaching them. This method offers a simple, low effort barrier using readily available materials.
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promoted As Quick Cure
An advertisement touts DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a quick cure for burns and skin sores and claims it heals without leaving a scar. It also promotes a specific remedy for piles and lists W. B. Dillard Drug Co as the seller.
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DeWitt
W. B. Dillard Drug Co
Lawmaker proposes execution for insane children in Michigan
Lansing report says Representative Rodgers of Muskegon introduced a skeleton bill to electrocute children deemed hopelessly insane as an economy and humanitarian measure. The measure, citing the asylum superintendent’s report that many inmates lack awareness of life, was sent to the committee and is expected to be buried.
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Lansing
Mich
Rodgers
Muskegon
DeWitts Little Risers Offer Gentle Constipation Relief
A vintage ad claims the small pills cure constipation biliousness and liver trouble by stimulating secretions and bowel movement. They supposedly tone stomach and liver glands and prevent recurrence with continued use. Sold by W. B. Dil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
W. B. Dillard Drug Co
Brightest man defends father in discussion
A child questions their mother about their father’s intelligence after a remark by Mister Highhall. The mother defends the father, saying he is one of the brightest men this country has produced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mister Highhall
Mr. Highhall
Johnnie
Meaning of Mr Cleveland Push Question
The Kansas City Journal comments on how Mr Cleveland should be dealt with not by jumping but by being pushed. The quote signals a debated approach to political leadership and public reaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Cleveland
Kansas City Journal
Cumming’s Blood Cure Shortcomings Highlighted
The note discusses hereditary or contracted conditions and the need for timely treatment. It mentions the F. P. Cummings Co. in Mo ka Va, claiming their blood cure has failed to effect a cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cumming
F. P. Cummings Co
Moka
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Powell
Washington, D. C
Carrie
W.B. Powell
S.cools
Washington DC
W. B. Powell
Washington
United States
Peruna
N Street
N. W
Washington, D.C
Rosenbaum Bros
Roanoke
Lis
Oxfords
W. E. Brown’s
Critz Building
Nelson Hardware Company
Campbell Ave
Farhers
Nouthern
Dillard Druggist
Dr. King
Ureka
Wrness
Standard
O11
Mr. Jones
Tommy
Leter
Russell Sage
Fredericksburg
Owens & Mixon
Biyle
Dixie
W.T. Younger
Dr.Miles
Acore
Miles
Dr. Miles Medical Co
Tad
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