Dodson's Liver Tone Advert Claims Calomel Dangers
An old promotional piece warns against calomel linking mercury to bone damage and stomach distress, recommending Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable liver medicine. It guarantees relief in a spoonful and extends to family use, with a brief overheard joke at the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodson
Q Ban Hair Color Restorer Ad claims gray hair darkening
An advertisement promotes Q-Ban Hair Color Restorer to darken gray or faded hair and restore scalp health. It promises even dark shading after a few applications and offers a money back guarantee. The ad lists a 50c bottle and a Memphis Tennessee address for ordering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Front St
Memphis
Tenn
A New Remedy for Kidney and Uric Acid Troubles
A reader praises Anuric tablets from Dr. Pierce as a cure for kidney and bladder problems. She warns against harsh salts or alcoholic medicines and claims complete relief after using Anuric, crediting the treatment for her improved health and longevity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Pierce
Melinda E. Miller
Vap O Rub touted as better than internal medicines
A Missouri city testimonial drive promotes Vick's Vap O Rub as an external treatment for colds and throat troubles in children. Mothers report relief from diphtheria scares to croup and bronchial symptoms, with jars provided by local druggists for trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Jo
Sam House
Prospect Ave
Lave
John Paynter
Get Rid of Freckles with Ethine Double Strength
Advertisement notes an ethine double strength prescription to remove freckles. Apply nightly and morning an ounce or less, promising complete clearing of freckles and a money back guarantee. Includes other ad lines for Hanford products and a proverb.
Grip and Winter Colds Blood Purifier Ad
A pretend medical patent remedy claims to purge bad blood and restore vitality. It touts Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a purely vegetable blood purifier free of alcohol and narcotics, sourced from American forest herbs, with ingredients listed on the wrapper and directions for use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Odd Home Remedies and Quips From Old Time Ads
A jumble of quirky ad lines appears: promises of reform jokes about a young surgeon, a claim the Hanford bal sammy cures in towns nationwide, and a Syracuse manufacturer selling it for 50 cents to 1 dollar. Also hints at health tips and a crude joke about achieving “high C” by stepping on a cat's tail.
Longevity and the Grim Harvest of Modern Life
Kin Hubbard style essay laments a clash between longevity and a life spent chasing wealth and status. It cites figures like Ash Putnam and Grandma Angel to illustrate how health and old age intersect with modern habits, doctors advice, and the drive for a vigorous social existence. The piece contrasts the success of the young and affluent with the quiet endurance of ordinary readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grim Harvester
Morrow
Ash Putnam
Blue Valley Traction
Simple Remedy Relieves Child Constipation in Ad Lead
A health note urges parents to regulate infants bowels with mild laxatives when needed. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is recommended and praised by Mrs Bulls of Reed Oklahoma for Harley Bulls. The product contains no opiate and has been on the market for over twenty five years. Trial bottles are offered free by Dr W B Caldwell in Monticello.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reed
Okla
Dr. Caldwell
Harley Buren Bulls
W. B. Caldie
Washington St
Monticello
Looking to the Future with Josh Bates
Farmer Bates predicts Josh will become a professional, weighing law over medicine to show confidence in his son. The quote reflects parental hopes for a secure career path and the desire for a trusted future in law or medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josh
Farmer Bates
Sage Tea and Sulphur Hair Remedy Ad Proclaims Color
A vintage advertisement touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy to darken gray hair naturally. The notice promises dandruff relief and less hair loss, noting a 50 cent bottle available in stores and urging immediate use for darker, thicker hair in a few applications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grandma
Advent of the Business Woman Transforms Family Work
Miss Mame Moon of the O K livery barn argues that women now drive economic independence and family success. She cites shifts from male earnings dominance to women holding steady employment, with daughters and wives contributing to household income and risk. The piece contrasts past gender roles with present team work, urging women to seek self sufficiency and prudent marriage choices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mame Moon
O. K
Proud and Unprepared Prideful Alden Avoids Speaking
Priscilla asks Alden why he does not speak for himself. He explains he is too proud to talk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Priscilla
Alden
Skin Care Ad Promotes Cuticura Products
An old ad touts Cuticura Ointment and Cuticura Soap to prevent pore clogging and improve skin. It offers a free sample by mail with a book, directing readers to send a postcard to Cuticura Dept. L in Boston. Also notes a Louisville Courier-Journal cartoon caption about flowing whiskers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dept. L
Boston
Louisville Courier-Journal
When a Man Has No Conscience Scruples Reap Fear of Law
A terse reflection on moral collapse noting that without scruples a man may be driven by fear of legal consequences, suggesting law and punishment shape behavior under pressure.
Ten Years of Suffering Ends With Tetterine Relief
Lew Wren of Chicago reports a decade of Tetter trouble, found relief after a Columbia druggist recommended Tetterine. Ad touts Tetterine for eczema tetter itching piles ringworm scalp and skin diseases with 50c product and 25c soap plus Shuptrine Liver Pills. Manufacturer: The Shuptrine Co Savannah Ga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Lew Wren
Chicago
The
Shuptrine Co
Savannah
Tetterine
Shuptrine
Behind the Scenes Juliet Jackson Draws Full Houses
Romeo on his own deal as judge remarks on the scene. Juliet Jackson asserts she is drawing full houses in a backstage episode reflecting high attendance and attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juliet—Jackson
Romeo
Be Off Colds and Prevent Grip Advertising Card
An old advertisement urges using LAXAive BHoMo QUININE to prevent colds and grip, claiming it removes the cause of colds and grip with a single QUININE. The box bears the signature W. GROVE. Also notes a proverb: at twenty one a man has more ideals than ideas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Grove
Also Mentioned on This Page
Charley
Caruso
Boston Evening Transcript
Rhu-So Co
Uniontown
Hanford
Bocker
United States
G. C. Hanford Mfg. Co
Syracuse
N.Y
Kin Hubbard
Jamaica
Tombstone
Newt Plum
Pop Angel
Philadelphy Ledger
Harley Mains
Taft
Marquis de Lafayette
Marietta
Ohio
Grandma Angel
Harley
Wyeth
Cork
Dean
North Carolina
D. Benton
Ivery
Telisa
Wilmington
Bayes
Doan
Foster
Buffalo
I ? Yager
Annie Oliver
West Mulberry St
Shamokin
Yager’s Liniment
Kenneth E. Banks
Oakmont
Gilbert Bros. & Co., Inc
Baltimore
Tutt
Cas
Rm Cine i
Wadibbey Ste Oa Aan
Eae E Bakery
Chattanooga, Tenn
South
1St National Bank
Richmond
Woodson-Craig CO
Commission Merchants Dept. B
Richmond, Va
Richmond Barber College
Florence Co
St. Nicholas Ave
New York City
Commerce Sup. Co
Dept
Petersburg
Hess Supply Co
WebsterCits.ta