My Favorite Stories Retold On Ringside Mock News
In a Reno fight against the crowd’s telegraph thirst, Sid Mercer and Franklin P. Adams simulated a live bout description at the Polo Grounds. Mercer, backing Jeffries, and Adams, favoring Johnson, traded fanciful rounds until Mercer humorously revealed the dispatches did not state who won.
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Jack Johnson
Jim Jeffries
Nevada
Polo Grounds
Sid Mercer
Franklin P. Adams
Ball Park
Reno
Mercer
Adams
The
Central Press Association
Life Span Linked to Work Intensity Says Boston Transcript
A Boston Transcript note states that heavy work shortens life but overall life expectancy rises as a result of healthier lifestyles and medical advances. The remark reflects on the paradox of longer lifespans amid demanding labor patterns.
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S. of L
Boston Transcript
English Bishop William Gifford as Archbishop of Rheims
Englishman William Gifford, former Oxford student and Benedictine abbot, was named archbishop of Rheims in 1622 and served until his death on April 11, 1629.
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Rheim
Wiliam Gifford
Oxford University
Rheims
France
After the Verdict by Robert Hichens excerpt
A line from the tale notes how every woman gains qualities through love and how even the closest wife critiques her husband at times. It observes marital dynamics with a wry tone, reflecting on affection and doubt within relationships.
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Robert Hichens
Sulphur Clears a Pimply Skin
A noted skin specialist says Mentho Sulphur clears breakouts on face neck arms or body quickly. Pimpl es dry up and disappear by applying Rowles Mentho Sulphur like cold cream. harmless and readily available from druggists.
Bonanza Origin and Meaning in Mining History
The term bonanza, from Spanish meaning fair weather or favorable wind, was first used by Comstock Lode miners in Nevada to denote an abundance of ore worth 340 million dollars. It now also signifies any stroke of good fortune or successful enterprise.
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Comstock Lode, & Gold and Silver
Nevada
Flush Your Kidneys With Salts And Water Cure Ad
An old remedy urges flushing kidneys to relieve back pain and urinary issues. It promotes drinking soft water and four ounces of Jad Salts dissolved in water before breakfast for several days to restore kidney function and reduce bladder irritation. It claims accessibility, safety, and periodic physician checks.
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Irvin S$. Cobb
Johnson
Jeffries
Red Crown
Bidell Motor Sales
Hanson Brothers
Andacany
Standard Oil Company
Wakefield, Mich
Indiana
Fountain Service
Wakefield
Candyland
SAEKS
S. Saeks
Dad
Lad
Steal & Publis Son
Ture
Tographic Supplies
Wakefield Pharmacy
Ain
Miles
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