Dark Side Housing Scandals Sour Washington Slums
A Washington special reports shocking squalor in housing for the poor, with damp, ill ventilated rooms, overcrowding, and filth near the Capitol. Investigators led by John W. Foster say even elite areas harbor destitute shacks where women wash for prominent officials amid a smallpox outbreak.
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Woodward
John W. Foster
Harrison
Church of the Covenant
Dupont Circle
Leiters
Capitol
One Minute Cough Cure Endorsed By Barr Postmaster
Spring coughs and colds warned as dangerous if ignored. One Minute Cough Cure is promoted as safe and fast acting for coughs colds croup grip bronchitis and throat and lung troubles. Postmaster C. O. Dawson of Barr Hl and W. E. Bard Drug Co advertise it as the children’s favorite and highly effective.
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Dr. Pierce
Golden
C. O. Dawson
Barr
Principles of the Nation Face Unyielding War Tone
The Potosi Independent notes that foundational principles may be preserved only if harmony is found, warning that the nation cannot endure sustained antagonism and must avoid war.
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Potosi
Two School District Proposals Defeated in County Votes
The plan to create a third school district from Buncombe and Salem districts was defeated last Tuesday. A separate proposal to carve a district from Robinson High Point and Anderson districts was also defeated.
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Buncombe
Salem
Robinson High Point
Anderson
DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Healing
An advertisement claims DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve cures sores burns bruises and wounds including gunshot scars. It features a testimonial from A. S. Fuller of English Indiana detailing years of nonhealing leg sores before relief after trying the salve. W. E. Bard Drug Co. promotes the product as genuine with counterfeits warned.
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DeWitt
DeWitt's
Ind
W. E. Bard Drug Co
Reflections Of A Bachelor Satire In New York Press
A satirical riff on gender roles as a bachelor contemplates marriage and family. It suggests women, jealousy, and social pretensions while poking at self belief and public image in a sharp, witty tone.
Chamberlains Pain Balm Cures Severe Rheumatism
Sallie Harris of Salem New Jersey reports a fall attack of muscular rheumatism caused great pain and annoyance. After trying several prescriptions she used Chamberlains Pain Balm from the South Jerseyman advertisement and after two applications and one bottle was completely cured. For sale by all druggists.
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Chamberlain
Sallie Harris
Salem
N. J
Democratic Thought and Party Strains Across Missouri
A compilation of editorial opinions from Missouri papers debates over party unity free silver and leadership. It contrasts Democratic factions in Missouri Arkansas and Kentucky with mentions of Governor Stone West and Bryan as voices shaping the party's 16 to 1 silver stance. The pieces note defeats in mass conventions and shifting loyalties among Democrats.
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W. H. Wallace
Stone
Missouri
Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy Claim
A neighbor rushed a bottle of Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to a boy near Mt. Crawford Virginia after doctors gave up. Three doses restored consciousness and he recovered within a day. Mrs Mary Haller testifies to the cure and says druggists carry the remedy.
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Chamberlain
Mary Haller
Mt. Crawford
Boonville Husband Steals Rise to Bed Surprise
In Boonville a woman watched for her husband until 1 a.m. Then she found him asleep in their bed. The shock angered her so much she did not speak to him for a week, a story from The Wasp.
Better Than Pills Stomach and Liver Tablets
The advertisement claims Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are easier to take and gentler in effect, more reliable and cleansing to the stomach, leaving the bowels natural, unlike pills which are harsher and often cause constipation. Sold by all druggists.
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Chamberlain
Arlington Compounding Pleases Doctor and Patient
A concise local note highlights satisfaction with a compounding pharmacy serving both physician and patient in Arlington. The piece emphasizes improved medication tailoring and patient outcomes through custom formulations.
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Arlington
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