Deacon Sells Failing Oxen Then Wishes Death on Buyer
In Scituate Massachusetts an elderly deacon sells a pair of oxen to Farmer T for five dollars less than asked. The oxen prove worthless and heated, and the buyer remarks to a third party that the deacon need not live another minute on his account.
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Old Colony
Scituate
Mass
Simple Kidney Flush Prescription for Pain and Rheumatism
A historic remedy suggests using Fluid Extract Dandelion half ounce Compound Karyon one ounce Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla three ounces. Shake with water and take a teaspoon after meals and at night to aid kidney filtration and relieve pain. The note claims it cures worst rheumatic cases.
Year’s Cigarette Output Reports a Record Jump in 1906
The United States Tobacco Journal notes total cigarette production reached 4,368,729,015 in 1906, an increase of 842,240,425 from the prior year, despite legislation in several states restricting manufacture handling and consumption. The surge stands out against the more modest rise in the cigar industry.
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United States Tobacco Journal
Oats-Heads 2 Foot Long Novel Seed Claim
The John A. Salzer Seed Co of La Crosse Wisconsin touts a new two foot long oats variety in its catalog claiming to be the longest ever seen. The sensational claim highlights an ambitious seed offering for growers seeking extreme plant length.
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John A. Salzer Seed Co
la Crosse
Wits
America
Seed and Tool Catalog Free By Salter Seed Co
Free 148 page seed and tool catalog mailed to buyers. Send 6e for free samples including Two Foot Long Oats and other cereals from Salter Seed Co Box W La Wis.
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Salter Seed Co
Box W
Wis
Tin Usage and Stock in United States 1906 Report
The total tin consumption in the United States for 1906 reached 42,800 tons, with 2,182 tons held in stock at year end. Bolivian shipments rose by 8,000 tons, Cornish supply increased to 1,000 tons, and Australian imports rose by 1,000 tons, yielding about 93,550 tons for European and American supply in 1906.
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United States
Bolivia
Cornwall
Australia
Allcock's Plasters Prove Enduring Through Sixty Years
Allcock's plasters celebrate sixty years of trusted use with no equal to counterfeit holes and claims. Medical authorities and millions of patients endorse their efficacy as a household remedy.
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Allcock
Pine 200 Years Old Documented in New Hampshire Farm
Charles H. Lord of Dunbarton, New Hampshire, reports a pine tree cut on his farm that yields 200 years of growth by its rings. The tree stood 134 feet tall with a 5 foot 4 inch stump diameter and measured 3 feet across at the 60 foot height.
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Charles H. Lord
Dunbarton, N. H
Contempt in a Muddy Street Scene
A stark image shows a plump girl glancing with scorn as a slender passer meets a muddy street. The moment captures class looks and social tension reflected in body language.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad and Endorsements
An advertisement offers a 100 dollar reward for catarrh cures not helped by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It includes endorsements from Wapping Kinnan Marvin and others, claims the remedy works through the blood and mucous surfaces, and notes price 75 cents per bottle with referrals for testimonials and other Hall products.
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F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Wapping, Kinnan & Marvin
Hall
Northern Democrats in Senate After March Third
After March 3 the remaining Democratic senators not from southern states will be Newlands of Nevada and Teller of Colorado, with terms ending in 1909. Newlands is a Mississippi native and a radical Democrat of the modern school. Teller has spent most of his life as a Republican. Garfield Tea is praised as a remedy for liver, kidneys, stomach and bowels, impure blood, rheumatism and chronic ailments.
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Newlands
Nevada
Teller
Colorado
Mississippi
Missionary's Large District in Methodism
The Rev. W Arthur Noble of Korea oversees a vast district in Methodism. He recently walked about 300 miles, with churches in one section close enough for the journey.
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W Arthur Noble
Korea
Original Cold Tablet Listed as Bromo Quinine Remedy
A dated note identifies an early cold remedy titled Bromo Quinine, called the first Original Cold Tablet with a black and red package and the signature of B.W.Grove. The item is priced at 25 cents.
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B.w.grove
Iceland Ponies and Fads Sweep England
The piece notes Iceland ponies as a popular fad among wealthy Britons. It mentions demand for ponies in England and contrasts with indulgent fashion trends. An advertising fragment from Lewis' Factory in Peoria, Illinois promotes cigars and Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething, with assorted quotes from Carlyle and Doane.
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Iceland
England
Allen's Foot-Ease Advertisement Promises Fast Relief
In a Pinch. Use ALLEN'S FOOT-EASE a powder that cures painful smarting nervous feet and in growing nails. It makes new shoes easy and offers sweating foot relief. Sold by all Druggists 25c substitute not needed trial package free A S Olmsted Le Roy N Y.
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Allen
A. S. Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
New York Milk Supply Tied to Wide Farm Network
New York's milk supply traces to 86 000 farms across six states, with dairy sources located 10 to 400 miles from the metropolis. The item mentions Garfield Tea as a blood purifying remedy and a fur trade note from McMillan Fur & Wool Co. in Minneapolis.
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New York
Women in Hospitals and the Call for Lydia Pinkham Remedy
A discussion on the high rate of female organ related surgeries. The piece promotes Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a preventive alternative, citing letters of women claiming health improvements and urging earlier action to avoid operations.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Margaret Tierney
W. 25Th Street
New York
Pinkham
Lydia Enkham
Mrs Pinkham Invites Women for Personal Medical Advice
Mrs Pinkham at Lynn Massachusetts invites women with any form of female weakness to communicate. From symptoms she can locate the trouble and offer free, helpful advice drawn from her extensive experience in treating female illnesses.
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