Peruna touted as cure for kidney catarrh and heart aid
An advertisement claims Peruna cures catarrh of the kidneys and improves heart action and digestion. It promises strong results and invites readers to write Dr. Hartman of The Hartman Sanitarium in Columbus, Ohio for free advice. It references a national sensation in 1914 and urges prompt trial if symptoms persist.
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Hartman
Dr. Hartman
The
Hartman Sanitarium
Columbus, O
Conscience and Cat Fail to Clear Snow Yard
A farmer in Bailing New South Wales trained four black cats to clear his snow problem by diving for fish. The plan failed when the cat was swallowed by a shark, ending the unlikely stunt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bailing
New South Wales
Age of discretion in love cases tests youth
A Chicago Inter-Ocean article debates how old a young man must be to be held responsible for lovemaking and engagement promises. It examines parental views, societal interest, and the idea that youthful indiscretion can challenge courts and juries in defining legal maturity.
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Goa
Wien
Eife
Jarord
Chicago Inter-Ocean
How Western Hero Died in the Kansas Flood of Topeka
Edward Grafstrom chief mechanical engineer of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe was among flood victims as Topeka faced disaster. He helped build a makeshift side wheel steamer to carry provisions and survivors, then perished when the craft overturned after a submerged tree struck it. He sacrificed himself amid the rescue efforts, leaving a distinguished railroad career and Swedish relatives in naval and government service.
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Topeka
Edward Grafstrom
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe
North Topeka
Grafstrom
Himsell
Monument in Central Park to Hirsches Urged by Philanthropists
The movement to erect a memory monument in Central Park for Baron and Baroness de Hirsch seeks broad support. Their vast charitable giving, totaling about 100 million dollars, funded hospitals, orphanages, schools, and other institutions worldwide, including many in New York and Montreal.
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Central Park
New York City
Baroness de Hirsch
Harno de Hirsch
Munich
Bavaria
Pressburg
Hungary
Brussels
Parle
Lst
Hirsch Trust
Montreal
Canada
Edurstioral Alllassw
Charate Hirsch
Gafield Hospital
Washington
Audi
Bunwitt
Harmful pallbearers pressure child grief in funerals
A New York Press piece argues that using children as pallbearers harms young mourners. It notes nerves fraying as youths carry coffins and recalls instances of collapse, urging parents to refuse this practice despite sympathetic motives.
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Thinker
Michaext
New York Press
Why He Wanted a Wig
A bald man explains his desire for a wig, saying pride and vanity tempt him, yet the fear of others seeing his bare head troubles him. He recalls past efforts to cover the scalp with partial hairpieces and his struggle with a natural, shiny pate.
William Nye Praised by Major Pond For Lecturing Efforts
The account recalls Major Pond influencing Nye to lecture. Nye showed gratitude and shared his signature moment praising the Major, noting a drug store filled with paints oils turpentine and putty. The anecdote ends with Nye’s quip open all night.
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Pood
Tivery
Pond
Peter
Bill Nye
P. S
Bonton
A Few God Superstitions in Bucks County
A traveler recalls eighteenth century beliefs from Bucks County shared by an old woman and her circle. One superstition held newborns must receive bread when visiting a new home to avoid ten days of bad luck. another linked a nine peas pod found by a maiden shelling peas to the first suitor who enters through her door.
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Bucks County
Philadelphia Record
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Endorsed by Women
A testimonial from Mays R A Axpanse of Jacksonville Florida praising Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The letter claims the remedy cures many female ailments after years of illness, restoring health and vitality by removing the root cause and toning the system. It asserts widespread approval among notable American women and urges others to try the medicine.
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Pinkham
Mays
R. A
America
Lydia E. Pinkham
Untitled Historical Medical Ad Fragment
Fragmentary notice from a 19th or early 20th century page mentions Kilney ich colored paint passing and remedies for kidney issues, heart palpitations, headaches, nervousness, and dizziness. It references Mrs James Dock of 314 West Whitesboro Seren and a troubled life condition.
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James Dock
West Whitesboro
Seren
Fragmented Memoir Fragments Describe Severe Illness
Fragments recount intense pain and weakness from head to toe, with references to fatigue, lightheadedness, and partial relief following a period of illness. The notes mention attempts at humor and mood changes, ending with a sense of improvement and recovery.
Few Gold Thimbles and Other Notions of Daily Life
The Philadelphia Record notes gold thimbles have faded from fashion as young women prefer modern gifts like red automobiles and sleek horses. The piece recalls the old term thumble for thumb wear and the old ritual of birthday or Christmas presents.
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Philadelph
Solomon Wisdom Lesson From Sunday Child Record
A Sunday school exercise yields a cheeky note about King Solomon. The boy writes that Solomon was great and wise, had 100 wives, and afterward did not believe in God, as reported by the New York Times.
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Solomon
New York Times
Electric lights spark wonder in Martha's Vineyard town
A girl living on Martha's Vineyard experiences dazzling first sight of electric light and the moon when she walks with her mother, exclaiming with joy, Oh mamma look the moon it's up a stick tonight. The fragment also blends ads and scattered regional notes about rail routes and insurance encounters.
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Jennie
Martha's Vineyard
German Customs Tariff Decree Declares Origin Declaration
The decree requires that importers declare the country of origin upon entry of goods. It establishes mandatory origin disclosure as a condition of customs entry under the new German tariff regime.
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