Railroad Men Now In the Eye
The piece surveys railroad leaders and investors in Washington, naming Edward Harriman and Hellen Mellen among influential figures shaping government regulation debates. It notes Harriman’s plain style despite large holdings, Mellen’s rise from clerk to president, and mentions Marvin Hughitt and Thomas Ryan as key traction magnates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interstate Commerce Commission
White House
Harriman
C. Mellen
New York, New Haven
Roosevelt
Mellen
Congress
New Haven Road
Northern Pacific
Marvin Huaghitt
J. P. Morgan
Chicago and Northwestern Railway
Ile
Hughitt
Cayuga County
Centrata
St. Louie
Cairo
Chicago
Marvin Winnssty
Gilynot
Antrond
United States
Ryan
Goml
Wall Street den
Seligman Family Leader in Finance and Education
The son of noted banker Joseph Seligman, a long prominent figure in finance and a descendant of the Staten Island born Seligmans, is highlighted. His Columbia College education, 1870 graduation, and membership on the victorious Columbia eight that beat Harvard Yale and others in 1874 are noted. The piece also recounts his observations on college meal traditions, contrasting Princeton Harvard and Columbia dining styles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Joseph Seligman
Staten Than
New York
Columbia College
Columbia
Harvard
Yale
Saratoga Lake
Princeton
Advertising Space And Profit In Stock Feed
A practical adage states that keeping an animal alive costs a base feed, while extra feed yields profit. Advertising works similarly: a base amount keeps awareness alive, with additional spend driving sales. Some advertisers fail by underbidding and underspacing. a bit more space can boost profitability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Austin Bates
Whisters Effective Addition and Comic Name Lore
Whistler, famed American artist in Lonson, faced patron Leyland over an exorbitant ceiling bill. After delaying payment, Whistler staged a humorous bluff by painting a peacock claw with real coin, prompting Leyland to settle the full amount with police aid. Also playful coinage nicknames of famous men are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whistler
James A. MicNeill Whistler
Lonsson
Mr. Leyland
Whistier
le Tisade
Homemade Catarrh Cure Promoted Amid Health Claims
An advertisement touts Cyclone a home remedy for catarrh using fluids from Dandelion, Karyon, and Sarasparilia with advice to dose after meals and at night. It touts kidney elimination as key and promotes Dr Shoop's Cough Cure as safe and legally labeled, urging buyers to demand it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Shoop
Goo
Sharrar
Effect of the Pure Food Law on catarrh remedies
Advertising text notes that the Pure Food Law drove out many worthless catarrh remedies while boosting reliable products. Hyomel reportedly sells more under a money back guarantee, and Chas Rhodes promotes Hyomel with a guarantee it will cure or cost nothing. The complete Hyomel outfit is priced at £1.70 with extra bottles available.
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Chas
Rhodes
Ty Chas
Rhodes Warler
DeWitt's Carboneed Hazel Salve Endorsed by Chas Rhoes
A fragment notes a patient recommendation for DeWitt's Carboneed Hazel Salve. The brief mentions Hazel Salve and a person named Chas with last name Rhoes, suggesting endorsement or use. The readable text is sparse but centers on a medicinal salve and a named advocate.
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DeWitt
Chas
Rhoes
Weak Women and Restorative Night Cure Promoted
An old advertisement appeals to weak and ailing women recommending a combined treatment using two products. It touts Dr Khoop's Night Cure to calm nerves and heal local weaknesses while Rhoop's Restorative claims internal renewal for nerves, blood, and tissues. Includes Bishop's Restive Tablets or liquid tonics as supports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Khoop
Bhoop
Shop
Rhoop
Bishoop
Helman Advertises Sales Expertise and Contact
An advertisement by D. Helman highlights lengthy sales experience and stock and farm specialties. It promises satisfactory results with Sperkatoh German and English, and provides contact methods via telephone at Ithaca 160 and address Sut er No. 1, Alma.
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Helman
Sat
Hell Line
Ithaca
Alma
Burdock Blood Bitters Promotes Digestive Health Cure
A promotional note claims bur dock Blood Bitters cures dyspepsia, strengthens stomach membranes, promotes digestive juice flow, purifies the blood, and builds you up as a national remedy for illness. It emphasizes digestive aid and systemic strengthening.
North American Life Agent Contract Ad 1907
An advertising notice inviting agents to join North American Life promises more business and money due to low rates. It asks interested parties to write for agent contract details for 1907 to Majestic Big in Detroit Michigan and mentions F. A. Hinron as state manager. The fragment emphasizes recruitment and regional reach.
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Tagot
F. A. Hinron
Majestic Big
Detroit
Mich
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Len
Bewe
Chietge
Thomas FL Ryan
August Helmont
Thomar
Perso
H. H. Vreeland
Metropolitan Street Mailway
Wight
Ess
Jacob
Teane Newton Seligman
Vrrrand
Lon
Dante
Giovanni Bovenceto
Jack Bigmouth
Bramante
Max
TIGER
Yin Fket
Geo. E. Sharrar
Dr. Colweil
Ricades
D. Helman
Gratiot County
Dewitts Kidwey
Cladder
Tate
Dewitt & 00
Atlas Soap
Houndry End
Atlas Bcap
Atlan Soap Works
Saginaw, Michigan
Rhoades
Sonia
Rocky Mountain
Owele
Pacific Coast
Decira
API
Oregon
Marquette
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