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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1885
Page
1
Absolutely Pure baking powder praised for parity strength and wholesomeness. Claims superior to low test alum and Celace powders, sold only in cans by Royal Baking Powder Co at 106 Wall St. Also warns against counterfeit pills and medicated sugar pills with questionable coatings.
An 1880s medical ad promotes Moffat’s Life Pills not coated but rolled in licorice for stomach and systemic benefit. It claims cures for malaria, jaundice, indigestion, headaches, weakness, female complaints, and more. Also touts Moffat’s Phoenix Bitters as healing medicine, not a drink, with sale details and proprietor in New York. Letter from Dr Davenport follows, reflecting Freemason community notes and local social updates from Van Wert.
A simple minded boy named Davy grows up with a gentle conscience and pure love for living beings. After his parents die, he remains faithful and hopeful, while his family struggles with moral failure and selfish plans. Davy’s benevolence clashes with family greed as they seek wealth and control, leading to a poignant yet unresolved departure.
In a tale of a troubled boy named Davy, the Carson family’s Christmas hopes crumble as Davy’s grief over being separated grows. After weeks of tears and silence, he unexpectedly finds peace in a final, radiant look and whispers "I'm going home" before dying.
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