Story of a Wonderful Recovery with Peruna
A Rochester man recounts thirty years of bowel and stomach trouble and says Peruna, taken as directed, restored his health. The ad urges catarrh sufferers to try Peruna in liquid or tablet form and to ask for Dr Hartman’s World Famous Peruna Tonic. It invites readers to write The Peruna Company for a free health book and almanac.
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Louis Young
Merrimac St
Rochester
N. Y
Mr. Young
Dr. Hartman
Peruna Company
Columbus
Ohio
Dr .Hartman
Coat Ma Make Sweden Rich From Coal Deposits
Stockholm reports coal deposits in Sweden may unlock a solution to a major industrial problem. Sweden has fine iron ore and a home coal supply, offering potential to become a leading industrial nation. If production scales, Sweden could challenge the United States and England in coal trade.
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Sweden
Stockholm
Great Britain
England
United States
One trouble with a watchdog is seeing what others overlook
A humorously framed observation notes a watch dog overreacts to objects and events that fail to interest people outside its routine duties. The remark highlights the dog's focus on irrelevant stimuli.
Germans Stunned by Peace Terms Across Occupied Rhine
In Coblenz and Dutch papers the terms are seen as severe and humiliating. Rhine land residents mourn loss of Silesia and fear a long eastern frontier, while press commentary ranges from calling the treaty a crime against humanity to saying it extends the war.
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Coblenz
Silesia
Rhineland
Handelsblad
Germany
Nieuw Rotterdamsche Courant
Amsterdam
Oversubscribed Washington Victory Liberty Loan totals
The campaign notes sold fifteen million Ameri cans in the latest victory loan, with about 21 million purchasers in the fourth loan and much smaller numbers in earlier issues. The treasury expects final totals by May 26 and notes strong oversubscription.
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Washington
Victory Liberty
Treasury
Federal Reserve Banks
Belgium Mourns Gagged Nation Demand Rescues
A demonstration organized by patriotic societies sent addresses to King Albert expressing Belgian disappointment that the country has been gagged and mutilated. The protesters claim indemnities are inadequate and urge the king to save Belgium from ruin and secure promised guarantees and reparations from the allies.
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Belgium
Brussels
Albert
Fight to End National Prohibition Plans Unveiled
The WHI Opposition announces strategy at New York headquarters to attack the federal amendment. Representative Haskell of Brooklyn will move repeal and push a referendum in every state as congress opens its May 19 special session.
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New York
Haskell
Brooklyn
Union
Enlistments in Army Reach Eight Thousand
General March announces voluntary enlistments total 8,737 with recruits split between one and three year terms. He notes no plan to increase American forces and mentions replacements being sent.
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Washington
Fiume Dispute Unsettled As Rome Feels Frustrated
Discontent grows in Italy over Paris news that Rome may not obtain Fiume terms. Public irritation rises as reports challenge official aims and fuel national debate on the treaty settlement and Italian demands.
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Fiume
Rome
Paris
Italy
Austrian Treaty Nears Completion Amid Secret Frontiers Debate
Reports say the peace treaty with Austria is close to finalization as discussions note a disputed frontier line tied to a secret agreement. No explicit designation of a new Austrian boundary is confirmed in the text.
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Italy
The Ministers Fee Revealed in Kid Gloves Twist
A minister who married a couple received gloves as a fee. Years later he discovered the gloves hid five dollar bills in each finger, yielding a surprising monetary gift from the groom.
Shave With Cuticura Soap Ad Claims Faster Efficiency
An advertisement promotes Cuticura Soap for shaving bathing and shampooing. It claims faster shaving efficiency, improved skin purity and health, and no irritation even with twice daily use. The ad emphasizes a single soap for multiple personal care needs.
Severe Test of Artificial Limbs At War Office
A writer in the London Evening News notes two war officers who lost a leg each had to climb 854 stone stairs to reach the top floor when both lifts failed at game time. The feat highlights their pluck and praises the makers of the artificial limbs for their skill.
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War Office
London Evening News
Playing Favorites at Our House
Two young girls describe a new baby at the house after the doctor brings him. They note the baby likes them and that he brought six new kittens, along with a cat, illustrating a light home scene.
A Rude Awakening Dream Ends in Suit for Breach of Promise
A dramatic exchange centers on a man whose life was wrecked by a dream. The woman sued for breach of promise and won ten thousand dollars, a settlement that underscores the real consequences of shattered expectations.
Boschee's Syrup Promises Cough Relief and Rest
An advertisement touts Boschee's Syrup as a remedy to quiet coughs soothe throat and lung inflammation reduce irritation in bronchial tubes and aid a good night's rest. It claims fifty two years of American manufacture and suitability for lung trouble asthma croup and bronchitis sold in civilised countries.
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America
Adv
Regiment Homeward Cue At French Minstrel Show
A minstrel show in France by a regiment ends with a performer declaring the unit will go home first. When pressed for what first he jokes that it is the first chance they get.
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France
Get Rid of Freckles with Othine Double Strength
Promoters claim Othine double strength offers quick freckles removal. One ounce may suffice to fade spots and clear skin, with morning and night application. A money back guarantee backs the claim.
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Guarantes of Money Check &F
He Meant it and a Short Conversation
A brief exchange features a wife declaring she must go away for a lit tle trip and her husband permitting any destination. The dialogue highlights a casual, affectionate tone as they decide on the nature of the journey.
Woman's Nerves Made Strong
In a brief paragraph a woman describes how nerves were steadied by steady routine and resilience. The writing reflects early 20th century advice on self care and mental health through modest living and social restraint.
Painters Stand By Their Colors In Military Side
An observation notes painters rarely serve in the military yet show steadfast loyalty to their colors, highlighting creative professionals' enduring patriotism and allegiance in times of conflict.
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Theisz
Bayer Aspirin packaging and safety mark guidance
The note urges purchasing Bayer tablets with the Bayer Cross on both the package and tablets. It specifies Bayer Tablets of Aspirin, American made and owned, sold in vest pocket boxes of 12, with proper dosage directions for headache grippe influenza colds neuritis and general pain.
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Bayer
Unclear fragmentary report of a brief dispute
Fragmentary text references a short clash and a person named my boy. contains garbled phrases about bear meat and a unclear event. No verifiable location or dates available.
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Nebras
Eupt. Chemical Co
Doan
Wsarm CO. BU
Pralo
USA
WIN
Russia
Ieee
Boschee’s Syrup
He Meant
Mos
Betty
Royal
Tes Riginck Docks
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