Grip Monster Described In Peruna Claim Sketch
A promotional letter style fragment touts Peruna as a grip remedy with numerous testimonials. Messages from Mrs. Theophile Schmitt, Mrs. T. W. Collins, and others praise Peruna, while a call to write Dr. Hartman for advice closes the fragment. The tone mirrors late 19th century patent medicine appeals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terune
Theophile Schmitt
White
Tarboro
N. C
George H. White
Congress
T. W. Collins
Independent Order of Good Templars
Everett, Wash
Peruna
Collins
Hartman
Hartman Savitarium
Columbus
Ohio
Luncheon Tale Echoes Old Student Mentor Exchange
Dean J Howard Van Amringe of Go lambia recalls his student days in 1860 during a luncheon with Prof Autov of Columbia. The exchange centers on smoking, mentorship, and a stern admonition that ends with a cordial farewell. The London Express notes upcoming centenaries of Emerson and other English authors.
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Dean van Amringe
Anton
J. Howard van Amringe
Golambia
Autov
Columbia
van Arminger
grutMy
Philadel Pala Lecter
Mystery at Higreception Diplomat Pursued by Greeting Party
A diplomatic reception scene unfolds as Honorable Henin travels to Anetria. The event features a mix up with a Baptist minister expected to address a nomination assembly in Washington. Comedic chatter reveals the confusion over where the guest should go, with locals insisting on direct rink delivery and political speeches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atdinon G. Henin
Marsh
Anetria
New Willard
Hank Wayne
Aed
Aden
Sieter Smith
Narry
Washington
A Cold Hearted King Louis XV Remark Cited
A fragment from an old court tale contrasts Louis XIV and his successor Louis XV at the gaming table. It recalls a courtier's apoplexy and a cold remark about another participant, illustrating the era's harsh gaming culture and courtly behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis XV
France
Louis XIV
Levin XIV
M. de Clauvalin
M. de Chauvells
Flowers Love and Hate Like Humans Say Scientists
A French scientist claims flowers possess passions similar to humans with sympathies and antipathies. He notes roses thrive near certain blooms, withers near others, and suggests heliotropes and violets show friendly ties. A German writer adds that proving flower consciousness would imply they have souls.
Wondering Who’s Getting Married Tiltie Buys Luxuries
Madge and Marjorie gossip about a woman named Tiltie showing off many new purchases, including a watch suits rugs and a large bookstand. They infer she plans to marry soon and will pay via installments, awaiting the future payment responsibilities.
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Madge
Tiltie
Marjorie
Remarkable Salt City of Kelburg Cathedral Lights
In Kelburg Poland a salt city carved from rock salt houses over 400 workers in a salt formation town. The cathedral, carved from salt and lit with electric light, impressed Tsar Alexander during a visit eleven years ago. Infections are rare. most inhabitants die of old age, and a book title Alludes to marital advice.
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Kelburg
Near
Ra Vow
Poland
Alexander
Kolture
The Causes of Li Prof James Gully Eye Peculiar Man Dor
An article discusses Li Prof James Gully and a peculiar man whose actions are linked to disturbances at a Home for inhumane treatment. It mentions burglars in the dark and an incident where one intruder pokes another, with authorities questioning who is knocking. Also notes a separate item about an American brewery in Ghent.
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James Gully
Gully
Goldiers
Ghent
Meigin
Anterion
America
Stern
Story of Yvette Guilbert in Early Theater Career
In the early days of Yvette Guilbert s theatrical career she earns hundred francs per performance. An aidienne provokes her but she stays calm and tells the manager to have patience. She predicts a future when she will gladly accept 1 199 francs per performance. Months later the manager offers her a thousand francs, but she refuses the extra hundred.
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Yvette Guilbert
Mile
Yvette Guibert
Mile Guilbert
War and Wedlock and a Frigate Shoe
A mosaic of items: a quip about a purchasing agent for gutta percha, Allen’s Foot-Ease ad for foot comfort, notes on wartime love amid naval action, a record of marriages in 1901, Pine’s Cure for consumption, Pittsburg steel output relative to Europe, a dye ad, and a daily quip by Charcoal Eph.
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N. W. SaMuel- Dewan Grove
N. J
Cure for ovarian troubles shared by a New York girl
A Young New York Lady describes a lifelong struggle with ovarian pain and failing doctors, claiming Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured her after several doses. She urges others to try the medicine and notes her restored health and ability to work. The letter ends with a claim of a $95,000 forfeit if the original document cannot be produced.
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New York
Lydia EK
Pinkham
Aumaree Pratt
St. Ann's Ave
New York City
FP. Wright
Oclwein
Iowa
Lydia EB. Pinkham
Toledo Patents and Druggist Ads Offer Catarrh Cure
A fragmented 19th or early 20th century advertisement purports testimonials for Cheney Co and Truax Wholesale Drugists of Toledo. It touts a catarrh cure sold as family pills, with claims of reliability and honesty from local merchants.
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CuiarTh
Ee Cheney & CO
Toledo
BJ. Cheney
Truax
Et & Tr
Lo Bitaine Riaun & Marviac Wholesale
Drusista
Owl Hall
Albatross Flights and Royal News Mix in Page Fragments
A collage of brief notes covers albatross behavior at sea, a temperance tonic ad promising quick cures for children, census shifts in the Isle of Man, a baby teether remedy from Mrs Winslow, and a striking Australian vocal talent Miss Marie Narelle finding acclaim in London.
Dean's Kidney Pills Trial Claims Relief for Thousands
A historical ad style summary touts Doan's Kidney Pills as daily relief for aching backs joint pain and urinary issues. It cites patient testimonials from 1902 praising rapid back and kidney improvement after trial usage and claims the product cures his or her ailments.
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Dean
Dhoun
Jascea
Ant
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