Kilmer's Swamp Root Help Claims by Patient Letter
A patient, George H. Huber of Atlanta Illinois, credits Kilmer's Swamp Root with curing his kidney problems after six bottles cost five dollars. He states it restored his ability to rise without assistance and urges others afflicted to try the remedy, affirmed by a notary public in Logan County.
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Ant
Dr. Kilmer
State of
Winds
Logen
I. M. M. House
Logan
Illinois
George H. Huber
Af. M. Hoose
Prove What Swamp Root Will Do For You Sample Bottle
Promises to prove Swamp Root’s benefits and offers a booklet on kidneys and bladder. Mentions Dr Kimer & Co in Binghamton NY and sample bottle plus regular bottle sizes for sale at drug stores. Mention this paper in the writing.
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Dr. Kimer & Co
Binghamton, N
By Way of Excuse in a Quip on Ideas
A dialogue mocks Youngleigh and his unusual notions about fair profit. He argues it is unjust to profit from others’ effort and expense after they have done the groundwork. The exchange highlights a stance on originality and compensation.
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Ingersoll
Truth About Bluing Talk No 1 Laundrys Tip
Avoid liquid bluing and adulteration in water. Red Cross Ball Blue is sold as blue dye for washing and is advertised in bulk quantities. The ad also promotes Amilins Wizard 41 for gum care and dental decay prevention with a simple dilution.
Quote on gender and virtue from an unspecified source
A brief reflection argues that only a good man can believe a woman is superior to him, framing virtue as a masculine trait. The line emphasizes humility and respect in gender dynamics.
New Method Bread Raiser Promises Fresh Loaves and Savings
A vintage ad touts a bread raising cabinet that prevents hard crusts and stale bread and allows baking on a porch or in a kitchen. It claims annual fuel savings equal to its price and offers a three cent day trial with freight paid. Return it if not satisfied. SEW METHOD MANUFACTURING COMPANY Zanzsville Ohio.
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SEW Method Manufacturing Company
Zanzsville
Ohio
Magnificent Rage of Edwin Forrest Described by McCullough
John McCullough recalls Edwin Forrest’s rare temper outburst during a rehearsal in which Forrest berated a late actor and praised McCullough as his model for promptness. Forrest’s fierce, lionlike rant left the frightened actor and McCullough shaken, yet the moment revealed the actor’s complex temper.
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John McCullough
Edwin Forrest
Washington
Bob” Ingersoll
McCullough
Forrest
America
Booth
Ingersoll the Pioneer of Self Propelled Vehicles
The article recalls Charles Ingersoll born near the New York Connecticut line and his early self propelled wagon experiments. It notes his dream of wagons without horses, his warning to observers, and his later invention of the steam rock drill that boosted industrial progress worldwide. Dr Beverly E Mead recalls these events and Ingersoll’s impact into the 20th century.
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New York State
Connecticut
United States
Charles Ingersoll
Ingersoll
Beverly E. Mead
Greenwich
Ex-President Grant’s Singular Plea for Filley Appointment
A surviving Garfield cabinet member recalls General Grant’s single personal request for a friend’s political job. Grant urged Postmaster General James to appoint Chauncey I. Filley as first assistant postmaster general, praising his competence and honesty, but Garfield refused, already promising the post to another. The exchange showed Grant’s restraint and Garfield’s political constraints.
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Grant
Chauncey Fr. Filley
Garfield
General Grant
General Garfield
Post Office Department
Thomas L. James
Chaunecey I. Filey
Filley
St. Louis
White House
Warren, O
E J. Edwards
Wife's Right Recognized Under Civil Law Across Lands
The article notes the inalienable dower right of a wife to a portion of her husband’s property after death, tracing its enforcement in Scotland and most civilized nations. It cites changes in New Zealand after women’s suffrage, ending unilateral control of assets by husbands and parents.
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Scotland
New Zealand
Johnson in England Passes Trafalgar Square in Fast Car
London Letter notes Jack Johnson driving a flashy machine near Trafalgar Square. The heavyweight champion, fined in the north for speed, drew stares as he paused in traffic and coughed his engine. Two taxi drivers commented on his loud cutout.
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Jack Johnson
England
Trafalgar Square
Tuan Johnson
Johnson
London
New ‘York
Tribune
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Hibarr
Bluing
Carter
Carters
Auburn
E.J. Edwards
Sonile
Yankee
Charles Ingessoll
Stamford
E. J. Edwards
Defians
W. On, LL
R. V. Pierce
Dr. Pierce
Perfection
Standard Oil Company (Incorporated
Douglas
W. L
W.L. Douglas
Harlem
Matl
W. L. Douglas
Spark St
Brockton
Mass
Rayo
Ape Tails
Pete Ra
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