Mars life impossible by gravity and temperature tests
A National Magazine piece argues Mars cannot harbor life due to extreme cold and insufficient gravity to retain atmospheric water vapor. The argument contrasts planetary conditions and notes Mars’ small mass would prevent liquid water retention, making life untenable. The excerpt ends with a quip about a ball player’s hitting pattern and a stat on Swedes migrating to the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mars
Jupiter
Earth
Solar System
Venus
Saturn
Mercury
National Magazine
Peruna Cured Him in Forty-Eight Hours Says Officer
Chas W Bowman first lieutenant and adjutant of the 4th M. S. M. Cay Vols writes from Lanham Maryland praising Peruna. He says it cured a fast severe cold in forty eight hours and he uses it preventively when threatened. Family also uses it and recommends it to friends. Peruna contains no narcotics and can be used long term without forming a habit. Address Dr Hartman Columbus Ohio for free medical advice. All correspondence confidential.
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Chas, W. Bowman
M.S. M. Cay
Lanham
Peruna
C W. Bowman
Hartman
Hartman Banitarium
Columbus
Hio
Oitaen
Ashington
BE Swift Specific CO
Atlanta
Gas
Humorous Bits and Wit From Humorous Times
A collage of jokes and quips including doors and bosses, fashion talk, medical quips, and misheard lines. It features Mrs Chugwater and Josiah, a Norborne student’s anatomy answer, a swallow’s home riddle, twins’ joke, neglijay shirt slang, a German menagerie lamb, and club women imperialism humor.
American Petroleum Best Clarifies Greek Government Order
The Greek government has again ordered a considerable quantity of American petroleum amid complaints about Russian shipments from the monopoly. The American product is deemed superior in quality, and those with little regard for friends may be seen as friendless in this debate over fuel sources.
The Horned Owl Nest Discovery in a Cedar Tree
A boy tracks the great horned owl in a swamp during early spring. He discovers the owl nesting in an old crow’s nest fifty to sixty feet up, with three white eggs and later two then three owlets appearing. The narrative contrasts nest behavior and feeding, noting eleven weeks fledging versus other birds.
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Maple Grove
St. Nicholas
Gipsies On Their Travels Across Borders
A columnist recounts Macedonian Gipsies roaming England, paralleled by Hungarians in Europe evading authorities. Police shuttle them between Essex Cambridgeshire Denmark and Germany, with a wry note on mobility and prudence. The piece ends with a sly jab at cosmetic dentistry for money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Smith's Weekly
London
Herta Police
Essex
Essex Police
Cambridgeshire
Hungary
Austria
Germany
Denmark
Copenhagen
Who Owns the Railroads
H T Newcomb reports that 5 174 718 savers in six eastern states hold stake in 424 354 086 of steam railroad securities. Massachusetts insurers own 84 889 038 of stock and bonds. Seventy four educational institutions rely on 47 468 327. Total holdings exceed 1.5 billion, about one sixth of railroad capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. T. Newcomb
District of Columbia
Massachusetts
Banking
Worth Winning
Pembleton asks Harker if he ever won a prize by smoking. Harker replies he never won by smoking, but he did win a prize by stopping. The prize is implied to be his wife, seen in the hammock across from them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harker
Pembleton
To Break in New Shoes
Shake Allen's Foot Base powder to cure hot sweating aching swollen feet. It cures corns, ingrowing nails and bunions. Sold by druggists and shoe stores. Free sample by mail. Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy NY.
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Allen
Cora
Allen 8
Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
Saving Money the Hard Way in a Daydream
The Cleveland Leader notes a quip about thrift where one character defends spending as a shield against inevitable loss. The exchange frames saving as a practical defense to avoid being cheated or robbed of funds by others.
Fits Permanently Cured Nerve Restorer Offer
An advertisement from Dr. Kline’s firm claims permanent nerve cure with no fiber nervousness after the first day. It offers a free trial bottle and brochure from 6th Arch Street Philadelphia. In a separate note a playful exchange about summer oysters hints at carefree leisure and wordplay.
Teething Remedy Mentioned in Mrs Winslow's Boothing Byrup
In a brief question and answer, Mrs Newed asks why the speaker has not taken life insurance. The gallant husband replies that he fears others will say he avoids risks about his cooking. The excerpt reflects period social humor and consumer remedy references.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Newed
Beware of Mercury Containing Catarrh Remedies
Warnings against ointments for catarrh containing mercury that can damage taste and smell and upset the system. Credits PF J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio and F J Cheney Co for a cure, with cautions on genuineness and internal use. Mentions 75 cent bottle price and Dalints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PF. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Mall
Ohio
F. J. Chaney & Co
Dedints
Hall's Family Mills
Teaching children to read with typewriter work method
A brief note presents a novel reading instruction approach claiming to engage students by placing them at a typewriter to practice literacy. The idea emphasizes practical typing tasks as part of early education.
The Brute
A health writer advises keeping the mouth shut while sleeping. The response suggests practicing during wakefulness to form the habit, illustrating a humorous exchange between Mrs. Gabbler and Mr. Gabbler in the Cleveland Leader.
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Ayer
J. W. Hanson
Boulder Creek
Cal
Ayers
United States
Lieutenant Bowman
Elise
Bridget
Josiah
Bobby
Nupop
Josinn
Singleton
Dr. Pellet
John Bull
Florence
Gabe
New Orleans Times-Demolorat
Theodore Ayrault Dodge
Berlin
Swartz
Swarts
Patrick
Cleveland
Castoria
Chas. H. Fletcher
York Orry
Wrintlets
Gakins
Caps
Woodard, Clarke & CO
Portland
Oregon
A. J. Tower CO. Boson
U.S.A
Tower Canadian Co., Limited
Toronto, Canada
Dr. G. Gee Wo
Alder ST
Oregom
Unio
Douglan
W. L. Douglas
Mt Rie
W. Dowine
Tourias
W. Douglas
Frank T. Ripley
Louuarle
W. J. Douglas
W.L. Douglas
Breckton, Mass
PMU
Eee
Putnam
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