Weather Warnings Mention Cough Cure Claim
A forecast warns of sudden weather changes and health risks at home. An advertisement touts One Minute Cough Cure from Waysat, FE Madison Georgia, claiming it cures coughs colds la grippe bronchitis pneumonia and throat and lung troubles and strengthens the lungs.
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Wise
Madison
C. EB. Eiliott
Nile Dam Assouan Employs Thousands of Laborers
Since 1899 the Assouan dam on the Nile has provided steady work to between 19 000 and 20 000 Italian and Egyptian laborers.
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Great Nile
Assouan
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Promoted for Piles and Skin Ailments
CLE Elliott reports DeWitt & Co of Chisago markets a salve from Witch Hazel claimed to cure piles eczema cuts burns bruises and all skin diseases. The ad warns of counterfeits and urges customers to ask for De Witt's genuine salve.
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BE. C. DeWitt & Co
Chisago
DeWitt
DeWitt’s
CLE. Elliott
Brimstone Cure Promoted by Gypsies for Rheumatism
The article notes a gypsy cure using brimstone carried in a pocket claimed to cure rheumatism and purify the body. It states the remedy braces body and brain, and promotes ongoing wellness with Rocky Mountain Tea by C. EB. Elliott.
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Rocky Mountain Tea
C. EB. Elliott
Population Density Figures by Country
Density figures show the United Kingdom at 290 people per square mile Belgium 480 and Russia 40 highlighting wide geographic disparities in population concentration across Europe and Asia.
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United Kingdom
Belgium
Russia
Race meeting carriage marks spark a humorous delay
The lord lieutenant of Ireland planned to attend a race meeting and had a carriage reserved in a special train from Dublin. Nearby, a carriage for Lord Ardilaun caused lighthearted chalk notes as one rider declared reserved spaces, provoking witty inscriptions about his XX malt and porter.
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Beth Fioserved
Ireland
Dublin
Lord Ardilaun
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Endorsed by Gov Atkinson
An advertisement claims Kodol cures dyspepsia indigestion and stomach trouble while building red blood and strength. It asserts the product digests all foods and rebuilds tissues and includes a testimonial from Gov G W Atkinson of West Virginia and a reference to BE Elliott endorsing the remedy.
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G. W. Atkinson
W. Va
BE. Elliott
Napkin Etiquette Trend in French Dining
The article notes napkin fashion in France arriving before England with diners changing napkins at every course and perfuming them with rose water, each folded differently for every guest.
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France
England
Pain Balm Superior For Lame Back Aches And Pains
A piece of flannel dampened with Chamberlain's Pain Balm and bound on the affected parts is better than a plaster for a lame back and for pains in the side or chest. Pain Balm has no superior as a liniment for relief of deep seated vascular and rheumatic pains. Per sale by C. E. Elliott. New Masonic Medal commemorates Duke of Connaught's induction as grand master of English Free Masonry.
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Chamberlain
C. E. Elliott
Duke of Connaught
Foley's Honey and Tas cures colds and prevents pneumonia
A historical ad claims Foley's Honey and Tas cures colds and prevents pneumonia, presenting the remedy as a medical preventative. The brief note markets the product as a proven household aid.
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Foley
Timely Suggestion for Chamberlains Cough Remedy
A pamphlet urges housewives to stock Chamberlains Cough Remedy for winter ailments. It claims early use wards off severe colds with prompt, satisfactory results and notes the remedy is safe for children and pleasant to take. Sold by C. Ek. Elliott.
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Chamberlain
C. Ek. Elliott
Foley's Toney and Par Cures Throat and Lung Ailments
An old advertisement notes Foley's Toney and Par as a remedy for throat and lung diseases and mentions it is sold by John Gifford. The snippet reflects period medicine marketing and product labeling.
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Yy Foley
Toney
John Gifford
The WOOING OF MISS PRISCILLA
Miss Priscilla visits Samuel Clayton ailing in a remote house, cares for him with broth and chores, and faces social pressure. She plans to marry him to save their dignity, then agrees to return after arranging witnesses and finally kisses him, signaling a tentative union.
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Priscilla
Sam’l Clayton
Sam
Sam Clayton
Robert
Samuel
Miss Priscilla
Blake
Vercilly
Pereilly
Bob Coldron
Woman's Sense of Humor Reflects Wit and Sneer
A Century quote discusses female humor and the retort courteous with examples. It cites satire from women who mock men at awkward ages and women of letters. The piece notes a recurring "look downward" trait in the humor of the sex and ponders its prevalence.
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Carlyle
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