Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsed
Two testimonials from Chippewa Falls and Providence praise Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female organic troubles and relief from displacement and backaches. Mrs Ep Fergon of Chippewa Falls cites lasting health improvement after standing long periods. Mrs April Lawson of Providence says it restored health while working full time.
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Chippewa Falls
Wis
Lydia E
Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Ep. Fergon
High St
Wisconsin
Providence, R. I
April Lawson
Lippitt St
Providence, R. 1
Faithful Dog Is Punished After Barking at Burglars
A brindle bulldog named Spot at Aston Silverman’s saloon on West Twenty Seventh Street woke the family by barking after burglars breached the cash register and safe. Silverman, arming himself with a trunk strap, struck the dog to silence it before discovering the theft, including $30 and several jewelry items.
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Aston Silverman
Spot
Silverman
West Twenty-seventh Street
New York Sun
Identification Blank Hint in Life Insurance Exams
A report from an examining physician cites personal marks for identity. The blank includes a phrase about a strong Cornish accent, followed by a quip about Miss Corker and fancy work, then a pun on horizontal bars. The excerpt reflects a dated, humorous insert in medical examination notes from a Western company.
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Lippincott’s
Corker
Elopement Looms for Former Queen Amid Family Rift
In 1890s Portugal, former Queen Amele seeks marriage to Count Vas Salaes despite ExKing Manuel’s firm bid to control royal unions. Rumors claim a secret London ceremony, with Queen Alexandra and others expected to be shocked. Manuel previously expelled the king’s lovers amid royal tensions.
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Amelie
Portugal
Rans
Manuel
Amele
Vassalaes
London
Alexandra
England
William
Ane- Ne
King Manuel
Gaby Desi
Paris
Poems From The Whispered Souls Of A Renowned Poet
Mrs Deltwyn recounts Miss Menken s later volume In felicia a sequel of poems claimed to flow from a spirit world. The introduction notes a January 1889 start with the first poem P sing Out Into Life dictation daily through month end.
Green sweater linked to first woman aviator Haroness de la Roucha
A fragmented note claims a green sweater was the good luck charm of Haroness de la Roucha, the first woman to pilot an airplane. It recalls a near fatal accident when she flew without it.
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Haroness de la Roucha
Unclaimed Estates Sought by Yankees in London
The American Embassy reports no large unclaimed estates in Great Britain despite American heirs' claims. Claims average under 1800 dollars, with only a few approaching 75000. Investigations must be done by competent counsel. the embassy cannot conduct them and warns many "dormant" estates are imaginary swindle targets.
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London
Sperial
America
England
Inquirere
Great
Haglard
United States
Suit Rejected, Man Shoots Self in Chicago
Millard G. Fletcher, 44, a salesman, proposed to Miss Michelle Snow who rejected him. He returned to her home, bought a revolver in a hardware store, and shot himself on the sidewalk in front of her house. Miss Snow witnessed the event and later found him unconscious. he died two hours later.
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Chicago
Michell Snow
Millard G. Fletcher
Fletcher
Miss Snow
Twain and Income Tax in Harper's Magazine Story
Clemens receives evidence that his English royalties attract income tax from the British Inland Revenue. He writes to Chatto & Windus, then crafts an open letter in Harper's Magazine as a humble countryman addressing the queen. The anecdote includes memories of travels, a meeting with the Prince of Wales, and a humorous petition anecdote.
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Harper's Magazine
Clemens
Europe
London
Buckenham Hall
Norwich
Hebeman
Edward Bright
Inland Revenue Office
Mr. Bright
Marion County
Mixsour
Harton County
Connecticut
Bloomfeld
Marmington
Hawley
Prince of Wales
Oxford Stree
Oxford Street
Australians Call Tank Invasion In War Cloud
The Buffalo Express reports Australians deem a tank invasion imminent as American cattlemen begin stocking waste lands and an American meat packing plant fails in their country. The Australians are described as an even more exclusive race than Californians.
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Buffalo Express
Questioning Affection Sparks a Banter in Chicago Tribune
In a playful exchange from the Chicago Tribune, McStab and Miss Jerolomon trade a teasing riff about paternal nicknames and affection, with Minnie joining in the banter. The light dialogue centers on whether such terms would concern her father.
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The
Chicago Tribune
McStab
Old Time Trams and Ancient Bowls and Post Office Marvels
The excerpt covers a telephony handfree time saver device enabling hands free operation, notes England's oldest bowling green in Southampton with a 1299 record and a knightly “fire jack” ceremony, and highlights New York City's new Post Office building at Pennsylvania Station with granite, steel and brick totals and vast interior spaces as cited by Popular Mechanics.
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England
Southampton
Eng
New York
New Postoffice
Pennsylvania Station
Popular Mechanics
Meteorite Falls Near Woman in Johannesburg
A 37 pound meteorite fell in Zulu land near a native woman who witnessed it from about 15 miles away and helped locate it. The rock reportedly contains platinum and remains intact. The report notes discussions among chemists in Johannesburg and mentions the meteorite’s unexpected proximity to a local resident.
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Johannesburg
South Africa
Zululand
Yearning for Experiment and Witty Exchanges Seek Ownership
In a playful exchange from The Logical Situation a man asks if government ownership of everything is appealing and how it might work. A satirical line mocks suffragists as unmarried women and jokes about rants and uncles. A quip notes the downside of starting a joy ride as ending on the trouble wagon.
Boiled Eggs Show Odd National Tastes in Three Minutes
A humorous survey contrasts how nations prepare eggs. English and French prefer three minutes, Spaniards boil one minute, Italians use cold-water prep, Germans seek near liquid, and Americans mix eggs with peppers and spices for a hard boil. The piece ends with a relic tale of a teapot linked to the Boston Tea Party.
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Sherlock Holmes
What the landlady asked and the tourist’s sharp reply
A Paris landlord asks what is the most important event in Paris history. The American tourist, tired of tipping, quips that the discovery of America was what made Paris prosper financially.
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Paris
America
Closely Occupied. A Fragment on a Man’s Restlessness
A terse dialogue notes a man restless and self absorbed, repeatedly kicked by his own inner grievances. The exchange questions his awareness of the source of his complaints and hints at motives and self observation without resolution.
Fragmented Verse Fragment and Scene Snippet
A fragmented, stylistic piece references a night park, a broken down actor, and a crowded gallery pit. It interleaves observations on sleep, envy, and expectations with a retro tone and surreal imagery.
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Stalin
Save the Babies Castoria Safety Claim
An early 20th century warning emphasizes high infant mortality and argues Castoria can save many lives. It alleges narcotic drops and syrups harm infants, while Castoria purportedly improves blood circulation and fever, with a claimed brand signature as proof.
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CAMB
Philadelphia Man Dies After Safe Crushes Neck
A 44 year old man named Jacob Rabinowitz, a resident of Philadelphia, died by his own action when he used an 800 pound safe and a wood block to trap himself. A nun aided in naming him, but he died before a physician arrived. He had been despondent for weeks after losing a lawsuit.
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Jacob Rabinowitz
Philadelphia
Penn
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