Mystery of Rich Beggar Husband on Fifth Avenue Tale
Richmond woman Lillian Leitch marries James Van D’Love in San Francisco. He lives as a beggar aided by dog Rags and hidden wealth. She exposes him at a curb market, divorces him, and seeks a court split amid public scorn.
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Fifth Avenue Home
San Francisco
Lillian Geraldine Leitch
Richmond
James Robert van D’loye
New York
van D'Love
van D’love
LIES WEEK IN CHURCH BELFRY AT NEW YORK
A 24 year old Timothy Jones was found in a semidelirious state hanging from a church bell rope at the Eighteenth Street Methodist Episcopal church. He said he climbed to the belfry to escape cold and spent a week there trying to forget hunger. He was revived, hospitalized with serious condition, and a man claiming to be a relative blamed overstudy at a Philadelphia institution.
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New York
Eighteenth Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Timothy Jones
Jones
Philadelphia
One Way to Swap Autos Prompts Child Found Unharmed
A Louisville crash caused two automobiles to collide and infant Rose Blidariu, daughter of Mrs. Michael Blidariu, was found unharmed in the other car after the accident while her mother was involved in the crash.
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Louisville
Little Rose Blidariu
Michael Blidariu
Dreaming to Some Purpose in Huntington Woman Writes Songs
Mrs. Mattie Estep of Huntington West Virginia reported a dream that led her to write songs. She completed pieces that were accepted and published in New York, marking a notable literary achievement for the local resident.
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Huntington
W. Va
Mattie Estep
New York
Tanlac credited with cure by Los Angeles resident
Mrs. Nancy Sharp of 921 Camulus Street Los Angeles says Tanlac restored her health after twelve years of indigestion and stomach trouble. She reports improved appetite, sleep, energy, and no further digestive issues after six bottles. She praises her husband as Merchants' Express Co proprietor and notes Tanlac is sold by leading druggists everywhere.
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Nancy Sharp
Los Angeles
Taniac
Tanlac
Calif
Camulus Street
Merchants’ Express Co
Adv
Wedding Ring Finger Custom Cited From Prayer
The article notes the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer prescribes the ring be placed on the fourth finger of the left hand in a wedding. It references a priest handing the ring to the groom for the gesture.
Bayer Aspirin Warning Promotes Genuine Bayer Tablets
Aspirin labeled Bayer is urged for safety under physician guidance. The ad warns against counterfeit pills and emphasizes Bayer’s trade mark and packaging. It mentions uses from colds to pain relief and notes small twelve tablet boxes cost a few cents with larger sizes from druggists.
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Bayer
Local quarrel misheard as love pledge ends in joke
A misheard remark about making Billy’s life happy is revealed as a joke about a dog, not a husband. The exchange underlines a humorous misunderstanding in a neighborly chat.
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Billy
Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Promotes Cure
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a leading remedy for kidney liver and bladder ailments. It claims quick gentle healing effects and urges readers to test with a ten cent sample offer by mailing to Dr Kilmer Co of Binghamton New York through the local paper.
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Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Smugglers Profit Big Opium Trade in China
Report says Japanese smugglers earned over 30 million dollars last year by moving opium disguised as morphine into China.
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China
Want to Hear From Owner Having Farm for Sale
Jno J Black of Western Street Chippewa Falls Wisconsin advertises a farm for sale. The notice includes a cash price and a description ready for interested buyers to contact the owner directly.
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Jno
J. Black
Western St
Chippewa Falls
Wis
To Be Proved. Voter Dialogue in London Answers
A satirical exchange recalls a voter questioning Brown’s fitness while a teller asserts he is a good man but not among the elect. The brief vignette reflects contemporary debate and tone.
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Brown
Teller
London
Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Saved Mrs Haydock From Operation
In Chicago Illinois Mrs E H Haydock credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing a female trouble and inflammation after four doctors advised surgery. She took 22 bottles, never missed a dose, and reports she has remained well. She recommends the remedy and notes her sisters also use it.
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Chicago
Ill
Lydia EB. Pinkham
Mrs
E. H. Haydock
St. Lawrence Avenue
Illinois
Lydia E. Pinkham
Freed From Torture by Eatonic and Fatonie Claim
The ad testimonials neuralgia relief linked to Eatonic and Fatonie. R Long asserts stomach upset and acidity caused neuralgia disappeared after using the products. It urges taking Fatonie after meals and promises quick relief with a small box price.
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Eatonic
R. Long
Belgium plans Zeebrugge fish harbor to boost national industry
The Belgian government outlines a large Zeebrugge harbor project integrated with a national fishing industry. The plan includes rapid goods handling and transport, with private firms to build cold storage, case and barrel works, and facilities for pickling, drying, and preserving fish.
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Zeebrugge
Belgium
Garfield Tea Promises Cure for Ailments in Ads
An Adv In Conclusion notice touts Garfield Tea as a purifier of blood and remedy for rheumatism dyspepsia and other chronic ailments. A humorous verse from American Legion Weekly mocks a slow horse race scene with spectral judgment and a playful ending.
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Garfield
Rastus
St. Peter
American Legion Weekly
Joy and Her Servant Tale Sparks Quiet Rumor
A dialogue hints at Joy treating her servant with unusual care, implying she would not even consider leaving them to marry, revealing a socialUnease in conduct and affection within a household.
Humanity Crowned as Richest Pearl in Christian Grace
A reflective motto emphasizes humanity as the richest pearl in the Christian crown of graces. The terse aphorism contrasts spiritual ideals with worldly status, urging humility and virtue.
Deaf evangelist scares Madisonville with May calamity prediction
In Madisonville Kentucky a deaf mute preacher Mrs Jessie White a Holy Roller evangelist holds revival and signs a predicted calamity for the town. Hundreds attend while several residents flee the area amid fear of an imminent disaster as a prior prediction in Louisa also passed without event.
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Lexington
Madisonville
Jessie White
Holy Rollers
Louisa
Kentucky
Tonsilitis girl swindles Chicago doctors
A girl known as the tonsilitis girl duped Chicago physicians by feigning throat pain then stole from them during examinations. Police recovered eight pocketbooks and five watches taken from doctors after she left, with many items traced to pawn shops.
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Bessie Alma Reta
Chicago
Girl Bites Hands to Foil Theater Thief
In Minneapolis a thief grabbed cash from a theater cashier while the stall was in motion. The cashier Ethel Philo bit the thief on the hand, who dropped the money and fled the scene.
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Minneapolis
Ethel Philo
Bride Discovers Coal Bomb in Hed Near Portland
Mrs Catherine de Sarno a bride of two months found a bomb shaped coal in a hedge she was emptying into her stove in Portland Maine an enemy is suspected. Police investigation continues.
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Portland
Catherine de Sarno
Hunger Driven Dog Lynched After Attacking Girl in Stanley
A hungry dog tried to steal a meat package carried by Edna Ketchum in Stanley Wisconsin. The animal tore the girl's face, drawing a crowd that killed the dog to protect her.
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Stanley
Wis
Edna Ketchum
Diamond Dyes Promise Easy Dyeing for Wool to Linen
An advertisement touts Diamond Dyes as the solution for dyeing wool silk cotton linen or blends. It warns of possible streaks fades or ruined fabrics and urges buyers to obtain the Dye Card from a pharmacist.
No Room for the Incompetent in Progress
Quote reflecting a harsh view of incompetence and a premium on brains and skill. Emphasizes that much work requires undoing and that incompetents are costly to society. Expresses belief that efficiency comes from capable individuals.
Cuticura Ads Claim Pimples and Blackheads Cure
Pimples and blackheads can be removed by smearing Cuticura Ointment and washing with Cuticura Soap and hot water in five minutes. Daily use is advised to keep skin clear, and Cuticura Talcum is recommended for daily toilet purposes.
Hotel Capacity Shows 400 Rooms Crowded
In a brief exchange cited by the Louisville Courier Journal a hotel claims it can host 400 guests while questioning how many more are accommodated, illustrating capacity concerns in a crowded lodging scene.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Old Cape Cod settler and coffin tale explained
Joseph C. Lincoln shared a tale at a Brooklyn luncheon illustrating老 New England rum’s effect as a Cape Cod settler makes both boats and coffins. An impatient customer presses him, rum helps him finish a coffin in two days, but he sleeps with the coffin ready on chairs and a centerboard inside.
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Joseph C. Lincoln
Brooklyn
Society of New England Women
New England
Cape Cod
Brings It On Himself. Answers on love and money in marriage
A LondonAnswers snippet cites readers debating marriage motives. Mabel notes women wed for money, Harold counters that men press the issue, with the line about a silly man asking them to marry.
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Mabel
Harold
London
Bachelor Says Love Turns People Pessimistic
A bachelor observes that love tends to produce more pessimists than optimists among those involved. He notes weariness and caution arise from romantic disappointments, shaping a wary view of relationships.
Eyes Raised Toward Heaven Shine Across The Page
A brief quotation from Joubert notes the beauty of eyes raised to heaven, seen as a universal gesture and source of quiet reflection. The line emphasizes universal reverence and calm, inviting contemplation in any setting.
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Joubert
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