Barrett III cancels trip due to illness
John Barrett III cancels a planned San Antonio visit on Sunday after contracting a severe illness. A telegram from Mrs. Barrett announced the cancellation of the engagement. Barrett, recently returned from a trip to New England, remains prostrated by illness with possible lung congestion and bronchial pneumonia.
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Can Union
San Antonio
John Cast
Mericrat
Vable
W. K. Griffin
Privaty
Juirectnr
Barrett
Tri
New England
Kandas
Otahama City
Hut Antonio
San Americanizo
Bareett
Oklalwag City
Sen Antettio
Pang
Sanday
Griswold
Gaveett
Controversial patent cures offered amid medical sales pitch
The ad copy touts Mentho Laurent and Cudomen tablets with dramatic health claims for hair loss headaches and general weakness. It promises quick relief and urges readers to mail in self addressed envelopes for more information while warning of a money back guarantee and providing testimonials from supposed users.
Unclear OCR fragment hints at travel plans to San Antonio
Fragmentary text describes a person arranging trips to San Antonio and other places, with mentions of coordination, dinners, and temporary plans. The garbled OCR obscures key names and dates, leaving only scattered references to travel and meetings without a clear event or outcome.
Frayed Health Claims From Local Druggist Notice
A garbled ad notes a prescription drug that purports to purify blood and cure pains and skin issues. It mentions a Memphis Tennessee lab and urges readers to obtain the item from a local druggist, claiming dramatic health benefits and low cost.
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Burma
Weimar Germany’s Leaders Face Rising Public Resentment
A special cable from The Fan Antonio Light and the Philadelphia Ledger reports Weimar leaders struggle to keep the Entente united as German officials fear peace terms and hunger may trigger renewed resistance. The piece notes rumors of external supervision, a salvage corps plan, and German reluctance to fully accept terms, amid reports of prisoner exchanges and strained shipping.
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Charles Wyer
Voudaw
Chie Nashe
Hunopes
Germany
Frankfurt
Weimar
Mannheim
Helghin
Northern Jrance
Thoslant
Bhpne
Germaine
Dernbieg
Wejimatt
Lerlin
Lee
California Syrup of Figs Laxative for Children
A vintage warning and advertising note touts California Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for feverish or constipated children. It claims quick relief by cleansing bowels, with directions to use a teaspoonful and warns against counterfeit brands. The piece urges parents to buy the genuine bottle with proper labeling.
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Frery
California
Ross
Caifornia Byrip
Figa
Aldgek
Freezone Corn Remedy Promises Quick Pain-Free Corn Removal
A Cincinnati invention touted as painless drops of Freezone numb the corn, allowing instant removal with fingers. The ad claims a tiny bottle costs only a few cents and cures hard corn soft corn or toe calluses without soreness, irritation, or harm.
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Cincinnati
Fragmented wartime rhetoric and public sentiment noted
A damaged OCR fragment discusses domestic motives behind propaganda and public reaction to the entente, noting a lack of energy and a misleading aims. It references Berlin and general German public mood, plus a stray ad signature.
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Vertin
Germany
Berlin
Enurkes
Court Proceedings Describe Appeals and Writs Across Counties
The court records outline numerous applications for writs of error and appeals across multiple counties. It lists parties, attorneys, and various entities including Larn, Smith, and Hobson, with references to notice, conveyance, and taxation actions.
All Neckwear Reduced All Silk and Lisle Half Hose Reduced
Readable ad listing discounts on neckwear and hosiery with price cuts. Highlights include all silk and lisle items at reduced rates. No names, dates, or locations provided.
Commencement Plans For Miin Av Punt High School
Readable scraps show upcoming diploma ceremony and commencement practice at Miin Av Punt High School. Details mention Thursday evening address by Ay T Kavyett and planned performances, with notes on stage events and safety reminders.
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Miin
Sebo
Rergiaes Dee Jong
Carey
Urreurghent
Bot
Howe
Ay T! Kavyett
Stone Phi
Schoo
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