Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound touted for female health
Utica Ohio woman claims relief from long standing female weakness after childbirth and says the remedy made her stout and healthy. Another Illinois nurse reports ten years of troubles improved dramatically after using the product and credits it with saving her life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utica
Ohio
Lydia E. Pinkham
Oo Earlewine
R.F.D. No.3
Hio
Nebo
Lydia KE. Pinkham
Ups and Downs Show Office Shake Ups Discussed
A brief exchange hints at internal tensions with comments that the office force has been shaking down and that a shake up is needed, reflecting strain within the workplace.
Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic Promotes Appetite
The Old Standard tonic claims to relieve nervous low mood and low spirits. It arouses the liver to action, drives out malaria, and builds up the stem. Said to be a sure appetizer and aid to digestion for adults and children at 50 cents.
Oh George! Taxi Hits Fido Mocked by Comic Couple
Mrs De Fluff laments a dog run over by a taxi. Her husband dismisses with a dry quip about calling a taxidermist. The exchange parodies indifferent urban fate with a satirical tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Ready Thrift Dress Debate in Domestic Scene
In a household, Kirby Stone laments poor business and urges economizing on dresses. Mrs Stone agrees to order plainer attire tomorrow. The brief exchange shows domestic tension over finance and frugal fashion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirby Stone
Mrs. Stone
Puck
Success in Finance Requires Prompt Action and Resolve
Lawson argues that success in finance hinges on decisive moves while pessimists lag. He recalls a friend Grimes, a perpetual doubter, who fretted over a clean waistcoat rather than taking action, illustrating the peril of indecision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas W
Lawson
Grimes
MEMORY IMPROVED SINCE LEAVING OFF COFFEE
A Kansas woman claims stopping coffee cured stomach and heart troubles and improved nerves and memory. Postum, a caffeine free drink from Battle Creek, Mich, is promoted with instructions and a booklet The Road to Wellville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Post
Balkan Peace Treaty Signed Ends Eight Months War
London reports the eight months war between Turkey and the Balkan states ended with a peace draft signed at St James Palace. Delegates Osman Nizami Pasha, Daneff, Novakovitch, Skouloudis and Popovitch signed. Montenegro lamented being deprived of its share. Dr Daneff hailed peace as a Europe saver and praised Sir Edward Grey’s diplomacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Turkey
Balkan States
St. James Palace
Edward Gref
Osman Nizami Pasha
Dr. Daneff
Bulgaria
Stefan Novakovitch
Servia
Stephanos Skoloudis
Greece
M. Popovitch
Montenegro
Edward Grey
Albania
Aegean
S. Daneff
Balkan
Europe
Monument Unveiling Honors Davy Crockett Kin at Acton
At Acton Texas six miles east of Granbury a Crockett monument was unveiled in a ceremony attended by three to five thousand people. Judge Dean gave the welcome. Elizabeth Crockett lit the unveiling card, a descendant of the Alamo hero. Grandchildren and numerous descendants joined for photographs amid a large turnout of buggies, wagons and cars from nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Granbury
Tex
David Crockett
Acton
Dean
Elizabeth Crockett
Ashley W. Crockett
Glen Rose
D. T. Crockett
Bay City
B. A. Crockett
B. Avery Crockett
Martha Parks
L. H. Hiner
Cleburne
Fort Worth
Stephenville
Troops to Remain in Texas Under Mobilization
Washington reports that officers in the Second division mobilized at Galveston and Texas City were assured by Secretary of War Garrison that troops will stay in Texas under mobilization all summer until security improves in the neighboring republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Galveston
Texas City
Texas
Republic
Suit Against Katy Seeks Equal Railroad Access
The Empire Express Company filed suit in Greenville Texas on Thursday seeking an order against the Missouri Kansas and Texas railroad to transport the express messengers of the plaintiff and its merchandise and to grant it the same rights as other companies on that line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenville
Tex
Empire Express Company
Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railroad
French car wins third Indy 500 in 6 31 33
Jules Goux in a Peugeot led the 500 mile race at Indianapolis to take the victory in 6 hours 31 minutes 33.45 seconds at 76.59 mph. An American Mercer driven by Spencer Wishart finished second seven laps behind. Fire damaged Merz’s Stutz on the final laps but he finished third as crowds watched a dramatic finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jules Goux
Peugeot
Mercer
Stutz
Indianapolis
Ind
United States
France
Mason
Jack Tower
Towers
Lee Dunning
Charles Merz
Merz
Harry Martin
Spencer Wishart
Sunbeam
Albert Guyot
Philette
Mercedes- Knight
Mulford
Mercedes
Goux
Burman
Anderson
Brooklands
England
Confederate Veterans Elect Leaders at Jacksonville Reunion
Chattanooga and Jacksonville hosted the twenty fourth annual United Confederate Veterans reunion. Commander in Chief General Bennet H. Young of Louisville led re election with three departmental commanders reappointed. Jacksonville won the next gathering over Nashville by 1 528 to 405 votes. Reappointed officers include Garnett of Norfolk Harrison of Opelika and Van Zandt of Fort Worth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chattanooga
Tenn
Jacksonville
Fla
United Confederate Veterans
Bennet H. Young
Louisville
Nashville
Houston
Texas
Tulsa
Oklo
Switchmen's Union Ends Sixth Biennial Meeting in Buffalo
The sixth biennial National convention of the Switchmen's Union of North America concluded in Buffalo after an eleven day session. Buffalo was chosen as the 1915 convention city and the remaining grand officers were elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Switchmen’s Convention
Houston
Tex
N. Y
Switchmen's Union of North America
Mexican Colonel Degraded for Aiding Airplane Smuggling
Federal Colonel Cambrieros, a Mexican official, was arrested at Hermosillo Sonora and degraded for helping bring an airplane across the Mexican frontier from the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cambrieros
Hermosillo
Sonora
United States
Forfeitures of School Land to Start After July First
Land Commissioner Robison said forfeitures of school land for nonpayment of interest will begin immediately after July 1 when the relief act takes effect. Interest was due November 1, 1912. The act provides a board of appraisers, appointed by the governor, to value lands forfeited and offered back to former owners or purchasers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Robison
Texan Dies From Revolver Wound on Farm near Garrington
Herbert von Blanden stein, 26, of Cuero Texas, was shot to death Thursday on the farm of Kk van Hagen two miles west of Garrington. The report notes a revolver wound as the cause of death with details limited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Herbert von Blandenstein
Cuero
Texas
Kk. van Hagen
Garrington
Solid Trainload of Potatoes Sparks Rail Freight Note
A trainload of twenty six cars carried potatoes left Alexandria for St Louis on Wednesday. The major portion of the shipment originated from the Alexandria area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexandria
St. Louis
Runnels County Votes Dry in Prohibition Election
Ballinger Texas witnessed a county wide prohibition election on Wednesday. The drys won by a large majority of 98 votes. The county had been wet for two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Runnels County
Dry
Ballinger
Tex
Why trimming on the left side of hats
The article explains fashion history. trimming on hats often appears on the left but has shifted with other garment decorations. It notes how left side trimming became customary and mentions past habits of wearing hats backward or sideways to align with tradition.
Fou lard Dress with Pale Grey Ground and Blue Spots
Dress description details a fou lard gown with a pale grey base dotted with old blue. The skirt features a satin trimmed band above the foot, bodice basque edged by a strap, and matching edges on the collar sleeves and front. Hat matches in pale gray Tages with a large old blue satin bow. Materials list 4 yards forward 40 inches wide and 1 yard blue trim.
Plumes on Hats Shifted Sword Shoulder Fashion
The passage explains how sword bearers wore plumed hats on the right and thus trimmed on the left to avoid interference when swinging. It notes a long-standing left-side trim lasting through eras, only recently altered by new fashions.
How to Prevent Wrinkles by Facial Habits
Advice from Mme. Jeanne La Place stresses avoiding habitual facial expressions to prevent wrinkles. Eye strain and crossing the forehead are linked to aging looks. take breaks, close eyes briefly, and consult an oculist if eyes trouble you. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing to reduce facial tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mme
Jeanne la Place
Bulgarian Ribbons Continue Fashion for Milleinery
The Dry Gods Econo mist notes ongoing demand for Bulgarian designs and coloring in ribbons. Narrow Bulgarian novellas are favored for millinery decoration with bands and flat bows. Neckwear makers use them for bow novelties and color relief. Two and three inch widths remain top sellers.
Buttonhole tricks for delicate fabrics
A method to sew buttonholes in thin material by working from the underside. Cut the hole through a folded under layer, complete the buttonhole, then carefully trim the under cloth so it remains invisible. The technique works even with chiffon if the cloth is cooled two or three times.
Entangled Lovers Show Coldness After Arrival of Goods
A storekeeper and her young man clash with unspoken strain as she unpacks new stock. He remarks on restocking but she answers with a flushed, distant demeanor, signaling unresolved tension between them.
Modest Mrs Dobble Shuns Spotlight on Art
The article portrays Mrs Dobble as very modest about her painting. A speaker dismisses bragging by women, noting that many share her reserved approach.
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Lydia E.pinkham
Katy
Young
Tress
Hostetter
Peden Iron & Steel CO
San Antonio
Arcaway
Carter Mercant CO
Las, Tex
McCane’s Detective Agency
Lumbermans Bank
Washington, D.C
Hardway & Cathey
Fies
Travis St. Houston
Planet JR
Southwestern Distributors
South Texas Implement & Vehicle Co
Houston, Tex
Texas Iron House
F. W. Heitmann Company
Houston, Texas
R. H
Auto Supply House
Dallas
Electric Supplies
Barden Electric & Machinery Company
Main Street
Electric Light, Telephone & Ignition Supplies
THE
Grosman Co, (Inc
Model Laundry
Bristol
Capitol and
Travis Streets
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