Rise Early by Proper Bedtime and Sleep Quality
The piece urges rising from bed with a proper bedtime and adequate sleep. It notes individual sleep needs vary by age health and work, warns against late hours and late meals, and advises avoiding mental strain before sleep. It stresses an hour of rest before midnight to rise early and avoid sleepless habits.
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Wellington
New York Weekly
Sluggard
Admission to Consular Service Requires Exam in Languages and Law
Youth's Companion reports that candidates for the consular service must pass written and oral examinations. Requirements include knowledge of one non English language, U S resources, political economy, international commercial and maritime law, and modern history. Oral tests assess English, tact, and suitability to represent the country abroad.
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United States
Keller Life Inspires Indian Readers with Abridged Memoir
The Christian Literature Society of Madras added to its anna library a concise life of the blind and deaf student. The Indian edition closes with Miss Keller's 1894 diary thought from when she was fourteen: four lessons to learn in life and school.
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Helen Kéller
Christian Literature’ Society of Madras
Anna
Miss Keller
Immigrant's Son Wins Senate Seat in Western State
The text notes a senate election winner from a western state whose father immigrated in steerage and later married a fellow passenger. It contrasts this with another man who traveled in steerage and rose to power, implying admiration for his ascent.
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United States Senate
Doan’s Kidney Pills Help Woman From Stillwater
An 1899 testimonial from Mrs. A. Heiman of Stillwater Minnesota claims Doan’s Kidney Pills cured her chronic back pain and severe kidney disturbances. She credits the product with saving her life and notes she has remained well since. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Doan
A. Heiman
Stillwater
Minn
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Lydia E. Pinkham
Borax and soda crust lakes near Ashcroft BC
British Columbia reports natural washing preparation from lakes near Ashcroft. Crusts of borax and soda coat lake shores and beds, cut into blocks like ice for use as a washing compound. An estimated 20,000 tons lie in one lake.
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Ashcroft
British Columbia
Allcock's Plasters Introduced 60 Years Ago
1847 to 1907 marks six decades since Allcock's Plasters entered public use. They are described as the world's standard plasters and a major healing aid, touted as the quickest, cheapest, and best relief for certain ailments. The text claims they are the original genuine porous plasters sold by druggists worldwide.
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Allcock
One Way Out of Difficulty in a Drug Store
A short humorous exchange unfolds as a mother asks for an identical advertising print for her twins. A bystander questions overindulgence, while the mother reveals twins’ sharing risk and quips that if lovers collide, they should “find twins and fall in love with them.”
DREADED TO EAT AND COFFEE FEVERISH INDIGESTION
A Philadelphia woman recalls years of indigestion and nervous illness from coffee. After using Postum as a coffee substitute, she reports improved appetite and well being for both her and her husband. The Postum Co. of Battle Creek, Michigan promotes the product and references The Road to Wellville.
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Phila
Postum
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Pine Tree Bread Health Claim Amid Pine Oil Remedy
An article promotes Pine Tree bread made from inner pine bark and claims the Pine keeps blood pure and body healthy with no consumption. It also touts Pure Virgin Oil of Pine as a lung remedy, detailing uses, packaging, and cautions against imitations.
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Kamechatka
Kennan
Pine Woods
Maine
Leach Chemical Co
Cincinnati
Some New French Knights
The article notes post separation France no longer recognizes papal ennobling titles and Vatican decorations. Queen Wilhelmina will validate such titles, prompting a The Hague pilgrimage and higher prices for pontifical orders. French Knights of the Golden Spur Holy Sepulcher Christ Gregory the Great and Pius X saw price increases.
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France
Vatican
Wilhelmina
Hague
Baby Healed By Cuticura After Rash Terrible Itch
Mrs Hat eo Currier of Thomaston Maine reports her nine month old baby suffered nightly ankles and feet rash. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment the rash cleared within hours and cradle cap vanished. She keeps the ointment for future minor skin irritations. June 9.
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Hateo Currier
Thomaston
Methodical note taker spotted in church collection box
A Boston man recalls a Sunday at Mount Vernon church where a worshiper beside him dropped a coin and quickly opened a notebook to record the amount. The observer notes the man’s careful cash accounting, suggesting the ledger will balance.
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Boston
Mount Vernon Church
Refunded in package of PUEN KM FACELESS DYES unsatisfactory
Fragmentary ad style text cites druggist advice and cautions about golden rule fairness. Mentions smokers calling for Lewis' Single Binder cigar set, Garfield Tea claims to aid liver function and purify blood, and quotes on character and command.
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Lewis’ Factory
Til
Laxative Brom o Quinine and Defiance Starch Ads
A jumble of old time ads promotes Bromo Quinine laxatives with a white package bearing B W Grove signature and Defiance Starch promising non sticking ironing power. Also touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder for sore feet, a free trial, and a Fairbanks noted strolls in Washington.
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B.w.grove
Allen
A. S. Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
Laws of Health Tramp Thanks for Supper in Old Adage
A humorous exchange from the New York Weekly features a tramp thanking a housekeeper for a fine supper. She reminds him to rest after eating and then walk a mile, prompting a light chat on household duties and old sayings.
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N. Y
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