Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsement Shows Local Trust
Edward Bock relays his long use of Duane's Kidney Pills for backache and kidney trouble, advising adherents to choose Dean's and beware fakes as Foster Milburn Co. markets them in Buffalo. A second item explains the origin of the term dark horse from a Tennessee race where Flynn entered a black stallion named Dusky Pete, calling it a dark horse.
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Estherville
Katherville
Duan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Dean'a
Price Moconta
Buffalo, N.Y
Ita Orlyin
Tennessee
Flyng
Flynn
Dusky Pete
Pete
Judge McMinamee
Amusing Artistic Conceptions From Biblical Beams to Rainbows
A fragment discusses how readers misinterpret the Bible light beam and recalls Solomon Hernard’s 1553 Lyons woodcut depicting a wooden beam, plus an English painter’s elaborate rainbow mispainting. The piece notes the painter charged twenty pounds to repaint in true color.
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Solomon Hernard
Lyons
Alde
A Good Message Meritol Tonic Digestive Claim
An advertisement asserts Meritol Tonic Digestive benefits the stomach and digestive organs, increases appetite, and enriches blood. It promises new life and strength to the body, signed J. Klopp.
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Meritol
Klopp
Inspector and Chicago Politician Appoint Relative As Inspector
A old city report shows the Inspector appointee, cousin of a Chicago politician, serving without proper instruments. After a month he reports detecting smoke for thirty days, finds plenty of smoke of good quality, and submits the terse assessment.
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the &Moeke
Chicago
Courier Journal
Asolo Italy Inspires Brownings Verses Centenary Note
The London Globe recalls Asolo in Treviso northern Italy as the ancient Acelum with a cathedral ruin and the former palace of Catherine Cornaro queen of Cyprus. Observing the centenary, the town is described as a refined retreat with scenic seats and a population under 6,000.
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Asolo
Browniag
Asolando
Treviso
Italy
Catherine Cornaro
Cyprus
London Globe
Appendicitis Remedy Claim Sparks Local Hype
Featherville residents allegedly suffer appendicitis symptoms treated for years by doctors for constipation or stomach issues. J Dollin Stone & Co. druggists warn against unproven remedies in Adter-i-k-a Cha Ger-Hinu, promising a single dose relieves troubles instantly.
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Featherville
J. Dollinston & Co
Destroying Weeds in Ponds With Copper Sulphate
Copper sulphate is used to destroy pond weeds, but precautions are needed to avoid harming aquatic life. At Kew Gardens a ratio of one part copper sulphate to 750000 to 1000000 parts water is recommended, with pulverized sulphate placed in a porous bag and dragged through the pond. In St James's Park London the method has kept the water free from scum for two summers.
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Kew Gardens
St James's Park
London
The Way of a Lawyer and a Court Bargain
A prisoner faces 80 petty offenses and asks the judge for the fine amount before pleading guilty. The lawyer notes the prisoner has only $13 with a $10 fee, calling the bargain unusual. The judge questions the idea of bargaining with the court.
Remark on Self Made Man Refusing Family Lawsuit Help
A Pittburg Post quote notes a self made man would not be persuaded his son would sue Seed without substantial assistance. The remark underscores skepticism about family legal action and personal agency in pursuing litigation.
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Pittuburg Post
Obellak in Central Park and Other Monoliths
A fragmentary report notes obellaks and celebrated monoliths beyond Egypt. It cites obellak replicas in Rome Paris and Joendan, links them to ancient Feyotian history, and mentions Rameses II ordering a grand obellak. It hints at an Egyptian temple or temple-like purpose and links to Meyptana hieroglyphic lore.
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Central Park
New York
Egypt
Rone Paris
Joendan
Rameses II
Bert
Building Collapse Sparks Fears After Faulty Digestion
A fragmented item reports a structure collapse triggered by a failed foundational digestion. In the ensuing chaos, emergency crews respond at an address on William Street. The incident mentions Dr Kings New Fire Pols and a late effort to stabilize the scene.
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Nick Collapae
Riches of Malay Peninsula and Federated States
The Malay peninsula's Federated States rise under native chiefs or sultans with British advisers. Tin mines yield about half the world’s supply, filling treasuries, while vast rubber forests prove highly profitable.
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Malay Peninsula
Federated States
His Many Titles at the Episcopal Churchyard
An elderly church caretaker reflects on titles once and now, recalling roles from janitor to sexton and sacri lege as he sits by a tombstone. The piece notes use of Chamberlain's Tintent for chest pain and mentions FB Stradle & Co as the seller.
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Patos
Chamberlain
FB Stradle & Co
Russian Hair Trade Swindles Peasant Girls
The article reports that Russian peasant girls sell their hair for under a dollar per pound, yet their tresses fetch 12 to 15 dollars in the London market, highlighting a disparity between local value and international demand.
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Russia
London
American Name Request From a Schoolboy
A small tallan boy asks a teacher to change his name to an American version. He presents a scrap of paper with the name Patrick Dennis McCarthy, prompting the teacher to consider what a true “American name” might be.
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Ind
Patrick Dennis McCarthy
Deserving of Sympathy at Tower Bridge Court
A woman claiming to be mother of 21 children told the court she is an habitual drunkard and has supported her family by weaving, mending boots, and cutting hair. The magistrates, led by Mr Cecil Chapman, expressed sympathy, while the report notes the case and the dubious credibility of the statements.
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Tower Bridge
Cecil Chapman
London Daily Mall
To Mend Shedt Music Prevention Tip
A woman advises folding and pasting manila paper around the edges of a worn sheet music to extend its life, suggesting a protective mat like a four picture mat to preserve the item for years.
Pioneering Oregon settler Mrs Elizabeth Johnson dies
Elizabeth Johnson, who died recently in Portland, Ore, moved to Oregon in 1852 when Portland was a hamlet. She helped shape early state life as her father served as an Indian official. The item notes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a trusted remedy for coughs and bronchial trouble with testimonials from Mrs L B Arnold of Denver and F S Shadle & Co as sellers.
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Elizabeth Johnson
Portland
Ore
Jam
Chamberlain
L. B. Arnold
Denver
Cole
F .S. Shadle & Co
Weeds Threaten Growth of a Promising Book Seed
A fragmented note compares a good book to a seed planted in a garden surrounded by 5,000 weeds. It notes a very poor chance of successful development, reflecting a bleak view of literary growth amid杂杂.
Doing Good by the Way in a Friendly Plea
A brief, earnest note requests guidance on helping others. The writer seeks any possible act of kindness or assistance to offer and vows to continue such good deeds in the future. The message conveys humility and a desire to do good for fellow beings.
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Mra & Rieger
Strange air battle near Portland fisherman reports hawk attack
A Portland fisherman on England's southern coast witnessed a dramatic aerial fight as a large hawk attacked a homing bird. The hawk ripped off the pigeon's head and dropped the body before fleeing, leaving scattered remains as the combat ended.
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Portland
England
Pleased Everybody at Banquet Hottie Delivers Speech
A banquet drew cheers as a popular host or performer delivered a much praised speech. The event featured lively remarks and a notable moment that captivated attendees, reflecting strong audience approval and media interest from New York World.
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Hottie
Apeech
New York World
Training Needed at Sunday School Gate Ticket Question
A note asks Mrs Benham about training for a boy aged nine to attend Sunday School. It mentions tidying and timing, references St Peter at the gate, and wonders if Peter was a ticket chopper.
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Benham
Henham
Tim
St Teter
Local Estherville Surprise Over Gut Remedy Claim
Estherville residents react to a claimed simple digestive remedy sold by Jay Johiston & Co. The product labeled Adier-i-ka, described as glpcerine and buckthorn bark based, is said to antisepticize the digestive tract and relieve sour stomach with a single dose.
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Jay Johiston & Co
Bridge name dispute sparks editor’s decisive choice
A railroad editor and a statehouse reporter clash over a man nicknamed Bridge. The editor alternates between Bridge and the same man, then resolves the inconsistency by selecting Bridge as the definitive form.
Thought Worth Remembering Quote About Love and Service
A reflective line from Stevenson on loyalty and friendship. It states that as long as we are loved we are valued, and no person is useless when they are a friend. The note frames friendship as a sustaining resource in life.
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Stevenson
All Things to Them That Walt
No road is too long to the man who advances deliberately and without undue haste and no honors are too distant for the man who prepares himself with patience. Quotations attributed to Hruyere.
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Walt
Hruyere
New Thought for the World Guardians of the Poor
London Mall comments reflect that guardians of the poor are people with ordinary warmth and humanity not all Bumblea. The remark emphasizes common decency and empathy in charitable workers amid public discourse.
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London Mall
Leading to Higher Things by Imparting Noble Qualities
A brief reflection on how people become stronger by being gifted noble traits and by taking on responsibilities, shaping character through conscious effort and duty.
Not After Cooking Pure Food Barbs at Boarding House
In quotation exchange, a speaker quips that the pure are pure and jokes about the purity of food at a boarding house, implying skepticism about cleanliness or standards. The taunt uses a proverb and a facetious attitude to criticize a local eatery.
Pennywice advises on marriage traits in comic quip
A brief joke from Uncle Pennywice notes that a good cook often marries the man who cannot provide the raw mate flat. The Courier Journal lampoons domestic life with a witty kitchen commerce quip.
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Pennywice
Courier Journoal
Patron Saint of Music Debate Echoes Ragtime Wit
A student asks who is patron saint of music and the professor teases with St Vitus if ragtime is meant. The Washington Star quote frames a playful exchange on music and Saint Vitus.
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Washington Star
Baffling Exchange Cites Personal Needs and Ailment
A quoted dispute shows a speaker insisting that others cannot understand a family need because they lack children while the other responds with a remark about an ailment. The exchange frames empathy and knowledge of family responsibilities.
Caune and Effect. Gabe and Jones in the Spotlight
A New York American item hints at a drama around Gabe and Jones, with dialogue suggesting jail time or legal trouble. The snippet implies a media discussion on someone named Jones facing consequences after time spent in front of authorities.
Revised Version Motto Inspires Tomorrow's Wardrobe Plans
A quip about delaying tasks until tomorrow is used to justify postponing today’s duties. The line reframes procrastination as a practical approach to pacing work and attire. It echoes a cultural tilt toward balancing daily obligations with future readiness.
Enameling Through the Ages a Brief History
The process of enameling dates back to antiquity with bricks bearing enamel found in ancient Babylon and Assyria from the seventh or eighth century B C. Egyptians made graceful glazes as early as the sixth dynasty. Greeks and Romans knew the art, as evidenced by museum displays. visiting museums would reward readers interested in enamel's rich history.
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Habylonia
Assyria
Contrast Skirt and Coat Novelty Fashion Feature
A smart autumn suit mixes black broadcloth skirt with a black and white velveteen coat. The coat features a semi potted cutaway front and a double Robespierre collar that overlaps the white broadcloth vest.
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Robespierre
Reception Dress For Fall Bride Shows Brocaded Gown
A fall bride's reception dress features pale blue satin brocaded with silver flowers inspired by eighteenth century costume. The gown's frock design, sleeves with bordered white, reflects period styling. A long-time mail carrier, Mrs. Samuel Walters of Florin, Pa., has faithfully carried mail for over forty years, missing only one vacation in that time.
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Samuel Walters
Florin
Callway Station
Ab Welcy
Notable British Parson Poems and Forgotten Lines Remembrance
Cornhill Magazine recalls less-known verses and the poets behind famous lines. It highlights Cowper Rogers Congreve Farquhar Southey Sid ney and others, noting fragile memory of classic quips and the enduring misattribution of phrases like God helps those who help themselves credited to Singlish origins.
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Scott
Byron
France
Cowper
John Gilpin
Rogers
Congreve
Teisure
Farquhar
Southey
Philip Sidney
Cornhill Magazine
Reinhardt’s Magificent Orchid Triumphs Over Boots
A German actor recalls M. Max Reinhardt’s poverty era in Berlin. Reinhardt once wore a mauve orchid in his buttonhole and shabby boots, arguing that three orchids from a florist, known only to him, surpassed costly factory boots in beauty and value.
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Max Reinhardt
Berlin
Reinhardt
Funny Blunders in a London Tit-Bits style remark
A long-winded vote of thanks deteriorates into a mangled line as the speaker falters and the audience remains unmoved. In a humorous exchange a London clergyman is teased about muddled speech and a clergyman’s reaction highlights the comic mispronunciations and stumbles.
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London
Indian Names From the Cloud Clan
A passage on Indian names from the cloud clan, noting the difficulty of translating meteorology derived names into English. It cites the Sioux name Hellese known as Hole-in-the-Day and a cloud clan girl named Walking Rain as an example, with a remark about explanation to a tenderfoot.
Old Times In New York Public Whipping and Branding Scenes
In 1789 New York City kept an official who could whip a servant for the master profit. a shilling paid. Thieves were branded with TL on the cheek. Mrs Johanna Young and another woman were publicly driven in an open cart stripped to the waist and given thirty nine lashes each before banishment to Philadelphia.
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New York
New York City
Johanna Young
Philadelphia
Woman cites neglect and cruelty in divorce filing
A Washington Star quote depicts a lawyer asking, Do you want a divorce, and a woman replying yes. She accuses her husband of neglecting to feed the bird and uttering cruel remarks about Fida, illustrating a divorce case framed by neglect and cruelty.
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Fida
Washington Star
Are you fond of music questioned at the concert
A wary, lightly humorous scene unfolds as an arranger asks a shy young man if he is fond of music after a young woman sings in a notably awkward fashion. The man confesses indifference to music yet reveals a strong taste for the musician.
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Minn
Mmnn
Divorce Bid Stuns Couple in After Years Exchange
In a brief Q and A style, Smith recalls Green courting a widow years ago declaring he could not live without her. Jones confirms they wed, and Smith says Green now seeks a divorce on grounds that it is impossible to live with her.
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Smith
Green
Jones
Quite Different He But I Thought You Forgiven Max
A fragment quotes Vergil on forgiveness and memory, contrasting promises to forget and to forgive. The text centers on a dialog about whether past actions are truly erased and the public motive behind such amnesty.
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Max
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