Little Clipped News Items and Harms of 1900s Ads
Local snippet list includes cures and tonics, political quips, and a revival tally. Advertisements tout kidney cures from Hays and Brown, a 413-salvation revival in Corydon, and a Mosour readout on literacy. Kirkville and Hannibal clue to local troubles, county courthouse vote and Missouri football win noted.
Rocky Mountain Tea Promises Vitality and Glow
An old advertisement touts Rocky Mountain Tea as boosting brain power, restoring vigor and a rosy complexion. It claims to bring mental and physical happiness and urges readers to ask their druggist about the product for 35 cents.
France Will Become Popular Rendezvous for Old Fashioned Marrieds
If she carries out her present intentions France will become a popular rendezvous for the old fashioned kind of young married people as financial recompense for increasing the population is not to be sneezed at.
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France
Gooch's Mexican Syrup Promises Cures and Prominent Claims
A letter from Rev Thos R Warwich of Scott Town praises Gooch's Mexican Syrup for curing his asthma after four years and urges others to try it. The ad-like note also touts cures for coughs, whooping cough, worms in children, and piles with a money back promise, and warns against cruelty to children.
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Thos. R. Warwich
Scott Town
Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
An advertisement touts Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets for stomach and liver regulation with a 25 cent price and free samples at Noah Martins drug store. It cites coal usage by the navy, health claims about regular bowels, and a anecdote from A J Snell and a Summer Hill resident praising relief from stomach pains after using the remedy.
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Chamberlain
Noah Martin
Drugat
A. J. Snell
N. Y
Noagh Martin
Corn yield per acre and total crop estimate
The American Agriculturist reports an average corn yield of 17.4 bushels per acre this season. With 81,515,900 harvested acres, the projected total crop reaches about 1,418,849,000 bushels, the smallest total since 1894.
Ely's Cream Balm Ad Claims Great nasal relief
Miss Cora Willard testifies in 1899 that Ely's Cream Balm relieved catarrh after trying other remedies. The ad promotes ten cent and fifty cent sizes and lists Ely Brothers addresses in New York and Albany with mail order availability.
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Ely Bros
Warren St
New York
Second Street
Albany
N. Y
Messrs
Cora Willard
Birthday gifts spark pact in Chicago nuptials
In a Chicago News snippet, Sharpe notes a birthday gift of a book titled A Perfect Gentleman. Whealton asks about changes after a year of marriage. Sharpe replies that on his last birthday she gave him Wild Animals I Have Met, signaling evolving affection or tension.
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Sharpe
Whealton
Chicago News
Kemp's Balsam Promoted for Coughs and Throat Ailments
An advertisement promotes Kemp's Balsam as a remedy for throat and lung issues. It urges having a bottle ready to start treatment at the first sign of illness and claims the product loosens coughs and prevents inflammation. The tonic is sold by all druggists for 25 cents and up.
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Hannibal
Hannibal i
Kemp
Gree
Secretary Hitchcock's Indian self-support plan gains support
The Gate City editorial endorses Secretary Hitchcock of the interior department for proposing Indians be required to earn their living. It argues government support keeps many Indians reliant and unproductive.
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Hitchcock
Interior Department
Gate City
Lavative Bromo Quinine Tablets Promote Quick Cold Cure
Advertisement notes that Lavative Bromo Quinine Tablets cure a cold in one day with a money back guarantee from druggists. E. W. Grove’s signature appears on each box, implying authenticity and brand trust.
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E. W. Grove
Yale Harvard football receipts go to athletic association funds
The November 23 game drew about 50,000 in receipts. None goes to the players. the total reverts to the athletic association treasury of Yale and Harvard to support training programs and related expenses.
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Harvard
Athletic Association
DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Praised by Patient
A Fulford Maryland resident credits DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve with curing long standing bed sores. The testimonial calls it the best salve on the market and warns against counterfeit products.
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D.S. Mitchell
Fulford
DeWitt
The Home Gold Cure Promises Cure for Liquor Habit
An advertised home remedy titled The Home Gold Cure claims to cure alcoholism without harming nerves or requiring visits. It touts a low price of one dollar, secretive administration, and worldwide delivery with confidential correspondence. A farmer anecdote at the end adds a moral about hidden changes and personal improvement.
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Golp
Enwiy B. Gites & Company
Market Street
Philadelphia
Geo M Pullman Dies in California of Typhoid Fever
Geo M Pullman son of the late palace car magnate died of typhoid fevers in California last week. His wealth and family troubles kept him in the public eye since his father's death, and he recently married a second wife after a recent divorce.
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Geo. M. Pullman
California
One Minute Cough Cure Praised by Reverend Kirkman
Reverend Kirkman of Helle River Illinois credits One Minute Cough Cure with curing years of bronchial trouble after trying many remedies. The testimonial touts immediate relief for coughs colds throat and lung troubles and claims it is safe pleasant for children and especially effective for croup. Noah Martin endorses it as a favorite for kids.
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Rev. Kirkman
Evangelist
Helle River
Noah Martin
Roosevelt and Platt Movements in New York Politics
McClure's Magazine contrasts Theodore Roosevelt and Thomas Platt, noting Roosevelt’s battle with Platt’s machine while he was New York Governor and later President. The piece credits William Allen White with offering practical, plain truths about public men for readers nationwide.
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McClure
Times
Roosevelt
New York
Tom Platt
Mr. White
Platt
William Allen White
DeWitts Little Early Risers Fight Poor Complexion Remedy
An article extols DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as a world famous remedy for torpid liver and irregular bowels. They stimulate liver and bowels without griping or distress, claimed to purge poisons and improve blood quality. North Martin.
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DeWitt's
North Martin
Green's August Flower Promises Overall Health Benefits
An advertisement touts Green's August Flower as a universal aid to digestion and liver function, claiming it boosts blood quality and vitality. The copy touts its use to prevent indigestion and promote general well being, with availability at L. H. Howard's and a reference to Greens' Special Almanac.
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Haseen
G. G. Green
L. H. Howard’s
Free Marriage Licenses To Stimulate France Population
France will grant free marriage licenses and all marriage formalities as a measure to boost its declining population. Authorities push every available means to encourage larger families across the country.
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France
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Endorsed by Chicago Physician
A Chicago physician Mrs Mary Melendy endorses Chamberlains Cough Remedy for obstinate coughs, colds, and bronchial afflictions in children of all ages. She calls it non narcotic and safe for non professionals and claims universal relief. Available from Noah Martin Druggist.
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Chamberlain
Mary Melendy
Chica
Missouri Republicans Lean On Democratic Campaign Capital
A Missouri political snippet notes Republicans can only approve as Democratic leaders craft campaign capital, describing the situation as pleasant employment for Republicans and quoting K. G. Journal.
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Missouri
K. G. Journal
Arnica Salve Heals Painful Ailments, Claims Hillsborough Writer
H Robinson from Hillsborough Illinois reports severe pain from coins left him nearly unable to walk. Rucxlen's Arnica Salve is said to cure sprains burns sores and skin diseases. Noah Martin guarantees care. A Macon County Justice offers a silver spoon as wedding advertisement.
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H. Robinson
Hillsborough
Ils
Rucxlen
Noah Martin
Macon County
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promises Digestive Relief
An advertisement extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for curing constipation dyspepsia and stomach troubles. offers testimonials from hundreds and invites readers to write Fepsin Syrup Co Monticello Ill or see L Howard for more information.
Governor Stanley Critiques Kansans Wealth Threshold
Governor Stanley states he does not believe any Kansas man is worth a million dollars, signaling his views on wealth and state prosperity.
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Stanley
State of
Kansas
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The Best is The Cheapest Newspaper Keeps Readers Informed
The Twice A Week Republic emphasizes value and quality, claiming it prints all worthwhile news and keeps a family informed year round. It stresses affordability at $1 per year and offers subscription through dealers or by mail to St. Louis Missouri.
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Republic
Tue Rervdic
St. Louis
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Ahadybody
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Puck
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Spectmic
L. H. Howeck
Corydon
Hays
Jilscon
L. H. Howard Idragnst
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Wm. Allen Smith
Benith
Swith
C. A. Hays
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Grundy County
State University
Kansas University
Macon
Ely
Eliza
Chicago
J. A. Townsend
O. J. Townsend
L. D. Thomas
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Lorenzo Jones
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Townsend's Block
C H. Magee
M. D
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Burlington, Iowa
DR. At- Daughaday
H. Jackson & Co
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D. F. Calfee
Attorney-At-Law
Southeast Corner Square
J .A. Helferstine
W- H- Perry
Homeopath
Goodrich
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Co. H. Lewis
Prop
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C. E. Coke
D.c.a
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Trinity Medical College
Toronto
Canada
Michigan
State Board of Health
St Louis
Henry G. Buckingham
Francis St., St. Joseph, Mo
Weney Oan Cae Aanu
Haynes & Smith
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G. J. Pickinpaugh
West Side
Meat Market
Triplett & McCance
Dononville, Ma