Alberta Letter Highlights Prosperous Farming in 1916
A letter from J. F. Ward of Donalda Alberta describes a thriving year on 65 acres with 2500 bushels of wheat and oats, yields per acre, and high prices. He extols Alberta soil, declares safety and law compliance, notes taxes and property costs, and compares land values favorably with Iowa. He urges Toledo readers to consider relocating.
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Toledo
Canada
Alberta
J. F. Ward
Donalda
Wisconsin
Stephen Co
Iowa
Saskatchewan
Briercrest
Jess
Schweitzberger
The Shipwrecked Millionaire and Pitcairn Promise
Jack Barrett, ruined Wall Street speculator, leaves his fortune and seeks refuge on Pitcairn Island with Doris Adams. Years of tranquil life give way to longing for the old world and a new, troubling love as he learns Dora has married a rich man back home. He finds guidance in a moral awakening and returns to his wife to renew duty.
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Jack Barrett
Wall Street
Dora Jameson
Dora
Jack
Barrett
Earth
South Seas
Thomas Jones
Doris
Doris Adams
Pitcairn
Graybeards
New York
Costa Rica’s Peaceful Record of Teachers Over Soldiers
Costa Rica stands out among modern nations with a small army of about 50 and roughly 2,000 teachers in active service. For nearly forty-five years it has enjoyed internal peace, and executive power has changed hands through elections every four years.
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Costa Rica
Appreciative letter from Mr Page on kidney pills
Osceola Wisconsin resident Mr A Page writes on February 16 1916 that after years of kidney trouble Dodd's Kidney Pills cured him He notes good health at age 72 and ability to work The ad also promotes Dodd's Dyspepsia Tablets at 50 cents per box from Dodds Medicine Co Buffalo NY.
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A. Page
Osceola
Wis
Dodd
Dodds Medicine Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Hairless Mexican Dogs and Toothless Hobbies at Roadside
A pair of tramps jest about dogs by the roadside. One asks about hairless Mexican dogs while the other dismisses such talk, claiming his true interest lies in toothless dogs. The odd dialogue hints at quirky roadside conversation and character study.
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Bill
Porto Rico's Rich Varied Land and Historic Harbor City
The article surveys Porto Rico from its 100 by 35 mile outline to a dense population over 1.2 million, its strategic history since 1493, and San Juan with El Morro guarding its harbor. It describes interior geology, diverse climates, tobacco and coffee farming, irrigation efforts, and notable caverns such as Corozal and caves near Ciales.
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Porto Rico
New World
Long Island
New England
Spanish Main
Department of Investigation
Henry E. Crampton
American Museum Journal
North
South America
Mexico
San Juan
el Morro
Guanica
Guayanilla
Great Central Mountains
Island of Pitcairn and the Bounty Descendants
A shipwreck survivor awakens on Pitcairn Island among the descendants of the Bounty mutineers. He recalls the brutal voyage, typhoon, and wreck aboard the tramp ship, while meeting a compassionate young woman as island life unfolds among God fearing settlers on an isolated shore.
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Fiji
Jack
Pitcairn Island
Bounty
Alabastine wall tint ready after mixing with water
A five pound package of Alabastine mixes with two quarts of cold water for about one minute to produce ready to apply tint. By mixing regular tints, new shades are created yielding mellow nature colors and broad appeal to painters and homeowners worldwide.
Mystery of the Lost Woman offers free book and color scheme cards
Readers can obtain a free copy of The Mystery of the Lost Woman and a set of color scheme cards. The promotion highlights a classic mystery novel and complementary design aids, inviting participation from library and book club members.
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Mystery of the
Free stencil offer and color scheme cards promotion
An advertisement promises free stencil designs for borders and a free book plus Color Scheme Cards to harmonize room colors. It urges readers to write for the free materials and provides a mailing address for requests.
Diseases of Autoists and the Knee Trouble Claim
A Science column cites a recent medical claim that continued bicycle use causes a peculiar knee trouble from clutch and brake pedals. The piece notes past bicycle related ailments teased by doctors and public newspapers, suggesting the new diagnosis may fade like earlier fads such as kiphosis biclarum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scientific American
Fashion from Many Lands Displays Eastern Attire
Persia lends lampshade lampshade and hoop tunic while Russia contributes a long caftan. Arabia and India provide the turban and a jeweled clasp, and the eastern bird of paradise decorates the attire. The skirt drapes over the legs, paired with Turkish trousers for the ensemble.
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Persia
Russia
Thetcherkess
Arabia
India
Wide Open Excerpt on Stock Exchange Frictions
A commentator complains the stock exchange is intemperate and harsh as money tightens. The piece notes certificates often drop too much, reflecting market strain.
Every Man Delays Pursuit of Fortune, Says Historian
A reflective essay notes that men routinely postpone seeking wealth, arguing common hesitation stems from fear, habit, and social pressures rather than lack of opportunity. The piece cites shifting attitudes toward success and personal responsibility across generations.
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Donalds
Ward
Steve Schweitzberger
Corozal
Ciales
Prom
Corozal- Cave
the Alabastine Co
Grandville Rd
Grand Rapids, Mich
Red Cross
Circle
Nezdedt
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