New York Husband Solves Old Problem in Divorce Trial
Francis Colgate Dale, amid divorce proceedings, claims to have solved the mother in law problem though he admitted losing his wife. Testimony describes pranks including wet frogs under the bed and canisters with string, plus late night violin rehearsals and a rule to feed the cat first. Mrs Dale refused to sign a paper denouncing her mother.
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New York
Francis Colgate Dale
Dale
Frank N. Patterson
Bright Brass Cleaning Method Promises Lasting Shine
A guide touts bright brass and other metals staying sparkling with a standard clean and scour then a coat of negative varnish from a store. Indoor or outdoor use, in any weather, with ornaments gaining luster from a single application.
The Effect of Goffee on Organized People
An elderly coffee user details to a reader how coffee caused dyspepsia and indigestion. After trying tea and medicine with little relief, Postum improves her stomach and nervous symptoms. Her husband’s switch to Postum led to health gains and cessation of coffee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellville
Tropical Life Charm of Costa Rica Draws American Traveler
A Costa Rica visitor praises the dry season climate as near perfect and reports a tranquil tropical life full of sunshine and patience. He notes less rain, perpetual sun in highland Central America, and the need to adapt to slower tempo and occasional pests like jiggers.
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Costa Rica
San Jose
Central America
Tropics
New York Times
United States
Mexico
Tennessee
Arkansas
California
Florida
Illinois
Manana
New York Opens Model High School With Practical Training
New York unveils its latest high school a landmark in education offering space for 5900 pupils and 228 instructors. The campus features a seven room domestic science apartment a model bank a garment factory a book binding plant a miniature zoo and a roof conservatory plus a 1500 seat theater and extensive gymnasiums and dining facilities to support vocational training health and recreation.
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New York
Crow Is Friend Of Farmer
The biological survey examined crow stomachs to determine if crows damage crops. Findings showed sprouting corn and eggs of other birds, revealing extenuating circumstances in crow behavior.
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Washington
Biological Survey
Department of Agriculture
Crow’s Beneficial Role Versus Harm to Crops Debated
A survey weighs crow behavior in consuming injurious insects against the damage caused by eating corn. It finds the crow does more good than harm to humans and argues against harsh condemnation.
Norristown to Deploy Street Fly Traps in Borough Trial
The Civic club of Norristown endorses a plan by the board of health to reduce fly populations by large street traps. One trap has been ordered and Health Officer White says more may be purchased if the experiment succeeds.
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Town
Norristown
Civic Club of
Norristown Board of Health
White
Woman Confesses Confederate Bill Scheme In Goldsboro Court
In Goldsboro federal court a woman confessed she started circulating a Confederate ten dollar bill hoping Woodrow Wilson’s election would restore slaveholding money. The note was used by hotel bellboys and led to Will Love being arrested for $10 repayment. The woman repaid ten dollars and claimed she found the note amid Wilson campaign rhetoric.
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Raleigh
N. C
Goldsboro
Woodrow Wilson
Will Love
Love
United States
Marshal Smith
Thal Love
Record of Work Well Done in Tuberculosis Campaign
A report by the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis details progress over eight years. It notes 800+ organized state and local societies, 500+ hospitals and sanatoria with 30,000 beds, 400 dispensaries with 1,000+ physicians, 150 open air schools, laws in 45 states, ordinances in 200+ cities, and a nationwide education drive distributing over 100 million pamphlets across 40 states and territories.
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National Association For the
National Association
Pimples Vanish After Using Cuticura Cure
John Finger of Morrison Tennessee describes a yearlong acne and eczema ordeal with severe itching and pain. After trying remedies he used Cuticura Soap and Ointment for about a month and reports complete relief. Cuticura is advertised with a free sample offer through Cuticura Dept L Boston.
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Morrison, Tenn
John Finger
Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Ady
Mourning Cloths Prompt Reluctant Relative Question
Mrs Boynton remarks on a colored gardener Henry wearing mourning crepe. She asks if the loss is near or distant. He replies that it is distant about twenty five miles, implying a distant relative rather than a close one.
Tetterine Cures Eczema Says Ruffin Reader
Clem Kinard of Ruffin declares eczema on his chest disappeared after using fewer than three boxes of Tetterine. The ad claims Tetterine cures eczema itching piles dandruff ringworm and all scalp and skin diseases with a 50 cent price and free liver pills with mail orders from The Shuptrine Co Savannah Ga.
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Clem Kinard
Shuptrine Co
Savannah
Tetterine
Shuptrine
Pink eye facts and patent medicine ads in 19th century clipping
The piece explains albinism with pink eyes due to transparent cornea and iris allowing blood vessels to show. It also advertises Burduco Liver Powder for biliousness and stomach issues, Burwell & Dunn Co. manufacturing in Charlotte NC, Hicks Capacine headaches remedy, and a note on social behavior toward new acquaintances versus old friends.
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Burwell & Dunn& Co. Mfrs
Charlotte
N.C
Hicks
Ady
Wonderful Remedy for Wounds by Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil
Railroad surgeon declares Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil the most wondrous remedy for wounds burns sores and skin diseases with many farmers and stockmen already convinced a trial will persuade more. Sold by druggists or ordered from Paris Medicine Co St Louis with money-back guarantee.
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Parcel Post
Paris Medicine Co
Pine St
St. Louis, Mo
Hair Emporium Credit Sparks Local Talk
A witty line suggests women show off status through credit at a hair emporium, reflecting social perceptions of style and spending in the community.
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Naples
Burwell & Dunn Co
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North Pole
Midmountain Tropics
NEW School
Crow
Eczema
Jinine
Tron
Grove
E. W. Grove
MED
Haverstock RD
Hamps
M. Woolley
Victor Hanitarium
Atlanta
Georgle
Kctane Remedy Co
Dept
S. Dearborn St
Thompson's
Feye Water Gaia
Thompson Sons& CO
Troy
Siegen
Univerm OP
Samuel
the Centaur Company
Hho
Bears
Raisall Remedy Co
Blackwell
Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
le Roy
Uberal Omer and
Peas
W. T. Hood & Company
OLD Dominion Nurseries
Richmond
Foley
King’s Business College
Raleigh,n. C
Chai
Te, N. C
L. Douglas
Pat Red
FESS
BSE Poner
W. L. Douglas
Brockton
Mass
Takeno — Aurbstitute
Wwe
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