Clever Sleep Aids From Pigs To Blinders
An amusing chronicle lists wakefulness remedies for insomnia. It suggests blinders of black silk to block light, and a counterpane weighted by paper clips to trigger calm breathing. It also advises choosing a quiet hotel room away from clocks and noise for better rest.
Past Times and a wry take on the American spirit
A humorous reflection contrasts national spirit with the idea of purity in everyday life. It jests about microbes in the milk of human kindness and suggests the air of American resolve is visible even in small, overlooked details.
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New York City
The Old Trick Aboard Ship Mystery
A maritime scene unfolds as the second mate reports the cook swept overboard. The captain quips that the cook left without notice, hinting at an old trick or possible foul play aboard.
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Aimed At Systemic Cure
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications because the disease is internal and influenced by constitutional factors. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken internally to affect the blood and mucous surfaces. Prepared by F J Cheney Co of Toledo Ohio with testimonials available from druggists.
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F. J. Cheney & Co
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Toledo
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Insider Whales Butter In as Jonah Calls Outsider
An insider panel weighs in on the heated topic while Jonah argues he is not a rank outsider, asserting a role in the unfolding debate.
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Jonah
Power Belongs to God in True Strength
The article argues that spiritual power rests with God not man, citing Moses Peter Samson and David to illustrate that reliance on God surpasses learning, physique, or numbers. It emphasizes obedience as the channel through which divine power flows and notes limits of human effort without divine backing.
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Artworks On Large Scale In Lincoln Memorial Decor
The Lincoln Memorial decorations in Washington required eight artisans for Jules Guerin to paint figures larger than the artist. Unpainted canvases cost $400 each and the finished works gained about 150 pounds from paint. The waxed paint was chosen to weatherproof the canvases, a method dating to ancient Egyptian memorials.
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Jesse Lynch Williams
Scribner's Magazine
Jules Guerin
Lincoln Memorial
Washington
Egypt
Portrait of a Lady Sells for 100000 in Oil Rich Case
An art dealer touts Daub leigh's canvas The Portrait of a Lady to a newly wealthy oilman. The price is set at 100000 dollars prompting surprise and disbelief from the buyer. The exchange hints at a manship of affluence and valuation.
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Daubleigh
Christopher
Bayer Introduces Aspirin 1900 Across Markets
An advertisement proclaims Bayer Tablets of Aspirin with the Bayer Cross on each tablet and box. It notes uses for colds headaches neuralgia toothache earache rheumatism and general pain. Handy 12 tablet tins cost a few cents and larger packages are sold by druggists.
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Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Promoted in Ad
Advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as pure non stimulant kidney liver and bladder remedy made from vegetable herbs. It claims safety and purity with a sworn statement on every bottle and offers sample by mail from Dr Kilmer Co. Binghamton NY.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
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Conflicting Accounts Over Child Custody Dispute
The Boston Transcript quotes a minister stating God gave a child to a man and wife while the mother claims the court assigned the child to them. The dialog shows disagreement over who has custody and whether a legal decision or divine provision governs the child.
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Roman Eye Balsam Advert Adds Quick Healing Claim
An advertisement touts Roman Eye Balsam as rapidly healing sore eyes blood shot eyes watery eyes and sticky eyelids with nightly use. The ad briefly shifts to a modern jab about Adam and an apple while noting buying a suit.
Bachelor Says He Won’t Kiss Unless She Is Sixteen
A man remarks he will not kiss any girl unless she is sixteen, stating his preference for a specific age as a condition of affection. The comment sparked discussion about dating norms and consent.
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