Humor of Lunatics at Napa Asylum Uncovers Hidden Humor
A Washington visitor recounts touring the Napa County asylum and finds staff and inmates playing elaborate pranks. A jovial assistant superintendent, a board member, and a head gardener all contribute to a leveling, bemused muddle that ends with the superintendent revealing the staff’s hold on the place. The tale contrasts polite façades with the chaotic humor inside.
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Earls Clover Root Tea Sold as Absolute Cure
An old advertisement claims Muddy complexions and nausea from chronic constipation are cured by Earls Clover Root Tea. It asserts a fifty year sales history with an absolute guarantee and lists prices of 25 and 50 cents at Matthews' Pharmacy.
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Earls Clover Root
Matthews’ Pharmacy
Karl's Clover Root Tea Breath Purifier ad
An advertisement claims Karl's Clover Root Tea cleanses offensive breath by purifying the bowels. Sold for years with an absolute guarantee. Prices 25 cents and 50 cents. Matthew's.
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Karl
Matthew
Beautiful complexion linked to pure blood and good digestion
An old ad notes that a clear complexion comes from clean blood, a healthy liver and bowels. It promotes Karl’s Clover Root Tea and Dodge’s Dyspepsia Tablets sold by Matthew’s Pharmacy with a refund guarantee. Also advertised is 360 acres of farming land with implements for hay and grain, fenced and suitable for a sheep ranch, offered by Hyatt & Dorenty Bankers.
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Matthew's Pharmacy
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Matthew
Hyatt & Dorenty
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