Drexel Heir Imposter Tricks Philadelphia Citiests
A young impostor posed as Anthony J. Drexel’s nephew, duping Philadelphians. The tall fraudulent relative wore a blue vest, spotted trousers, a heavy watch chain, and a pearl locket. He mingled with notable figures including Speaker Randall at Drexel residence and at the Continental Motel, claiming Drexel business to gain trust.
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Banko Sharp
Anthony J. Drexa
Francis A. Drexel
Speaker Randall
Drexel
Mr. Randall
Continental Motel
Randall
Tony
Teetotal pledge leads to unexpected health cure tale
A minister bound by temperance vows receives a doctor’s odd prescription to drink one glass of punch nightly. Shaving habits shift, Peggy the housekeeper is teased, but the minister improves. the tale includes quips about Hayes and historical references, ending with notes on castor oil as a medical enema style application for typhoid cases.
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Peggy
Sherper's
London Vediel Jornal
Thirty Day Trial Electrifies Vitality Belt Ad
Dr. Dre electro voltatic belts offered on thirty day trial for nervous debility vitality loss and related ailments. Free illustrated pamphlet. address Voltaic Belt Co Marshall Michigan. Also noted a Scorch paper misquote about a youth in Edinburgh. Includes testimonials from Rev B Fessner praising Hop Bitters and claims about catarrh cures and other health remedies.
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