Engineer in China Faces Daily Perils on Railways
A traveler writes from Tientsin about a railway engineer in China, Mr. Cox, detailing dangers from mandarins and mutinous coolies. He notes floods, wrecked embankments near Tientsin, threats to foreigners, and odd incidents on trains including guards forced to balance force with restraint.
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China
Tientain
Cox
Pekin
Chihil
Lutal
Tientsin
Li Hung Chang
Yamen
Stevenson
Antarctic Expedition funds show private support sufficient for voyage
The Royal Geographical Society reports that though funds are not yet as large as hoped, the pledges received should enable a modest Antarctic expedition to be equipped and dispatched next year. Private sources are expected to fund a cooperative British effort despite reduced government involvement.
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Council
The
Royal Geographical Society
South Polar
Birmingham Post
British sportsman dies of blood poisoning after rabbit scratch
An unnamed British sportsman died recently from blood poisoning caused by a scratch from a wild rabbit he was turning loose for the hounds. The incident underscores the dangers of handling wild animals during hunting activities.
Poets Warn of Explosion of Doggerel Worldwide
A critic notes that much modern verse is poor light verse and suspects that many people feel they are poets. The observation points to a widespread surge of casual poetry and self judged creativity.
They Work While You Sleep Cascaret Candy Ad
An old advertisement claims Cascaret Candy aids digestion and liver function while you sleep. It touts quick relief and promotes druggists and lic as points of sale.
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Lic
Don’t Cover Duties With Excuse Says Local Editor
A local editor urges responsibility and accountability, warning against dodging duties with excuses. The call emphasizes taking action, meeting obligations, and upholding community trust.
Perfection Poultry Mixture Salesman Wanted
Advertises a position offering $15.00 per week salary plus expenses for a man with a rig to introduce Per fection Poultry Mixture and Insect Destroyer in the country. Address with stamp to Perfection Manufacturing Co., Parsons, Kan.
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Perfection Manufacturing Co
Parsons, Kan
Peculiar Death After Tree Felling Stuns Bellaire
A man named Carl Hosmer of Bellaire Michigan died in a sawmill accident when he was trimming a hollow tree. His jaw was inside the tree as he worked and the tree fell, crushing him. The note also cites old health ads praising Coes Cough Balsam and Piso's Cure for Consumption with dated testimonial.
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Carl Hosmer
Bellaire
Mich
Noted Dr Seth Arnold Remedy Mentioned in Crude Ad
An old fragment references Dr Seth Arnold and a remedy titled Dou g Killer, praised as a cure by a Rev J Cornish in Waynesville with a bottle mentioned, indicating dubious medical advertising.
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Seth Arnold
Doug
Cornish
Waynesville
Lil
Bread and Pudging: A Quirky Appetite Reflects Time
A vivid line contrasts staple bread as life’s base with the common crave for a hearty pud ding. The remark humorously ties everyday sustenance to indulgent desire, hinting at cultural attitudes toward food.
New Corn Price and Seed Options From Salzer Co
A 3 000 price for new corn with yield 813 bushels per acre is advertised alongside other crops and seeds. The notice promotes Bromus Inermis as a premier grass and lists beardless barley and multiple grasses and clovers. Readers are urged to mail 10 cents to John A Salzer Seed Co in La Crosse Wisconsin to receive a free catalog and seed samples.
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Salzer
John A. Salzer
Woug Lizaud
Yacan Salzer
California
Catal
Smm
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup advertised for teething
An ad promotes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children teething claiming gum softening reduced inflammation and relieved wind colic. The bottle price is 25 cents.
Woman's Change of Mind Seen as Effect Without Cause
A local bachelor declares that a woman's change of mind is an effect without a cause, sparking debate about decision making and gender perspectives within the community.
Crescent Hotel Opens in Eureka Springs Arkansas
The Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs Arkansas opens February 28 in the Ozark mountains. It promises a delightful climate and beautiful scenery with unequaled medicinal waters and cheap excursion rates. Through sleepers are available via the Frisco Line. contact J O Plank manager for rooms or Frisco Ticket Office, St Louis.
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Eureka Springs
Arkansas
Ozark Mountains
Frisco Line
J. O. Plank
Arcade
Century Building
Frisco
N. Broadway
St. Louis
Indulgent Mothers and a Call for Menstrual Health
A letter-woven appeal stresses maternal responsibility in girls health, urging informed care and warning against pain during menstruation. It cites Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as relieving symptoms for a girl with irregular cycles and leucorrhea, and a mother praising its benefits for her daughter.
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Taiiz
Carrie M. Lamp
Big Deaver
Mich
Lydia E. Pinkham
Nannie Adkins
la Due
Prominent Omaha Leaders Endorse Kay Medical Remedies
A group including former U S treasurer A A Wyman ex congressman W J Connell and others sign a statement praising Dr Kay s Renovator and Dr Ra ung Baim as effective spring tonics for restoring energy and eliminating La Grippe after inspections. They offer a 116 page book and promise free advice with returns by mail from Saratoga Springs and Omaha.
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Geo. P. Bemis
Omaha
Neb
West
Ocean
A. A. Wyman
United States
Omaha Loan and Trust Co
Western Farm and City Loans
W. J. Connell
W. A. Paxton
Union Stock Yards
T. S. Clarkson
C. J. Smyth
Nebraska
A. S. Churchill
Dr. Abe Agical Co
R. Kays
Kay
Dr. B. J. Kay Medical Co
Saratoga Springs
N. Y
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Chester, Florida
Crescent Hotel
Indulgen
Greater New York
Boston
Carter
B. Mead Cycle Company
Chicago
Ills
H.H.G
Een
Box B
Atlanta
Peeee Wood
DECU
Ripans Chemical Co
New York
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