Peruna Praise From Ohio Woman
A grateful testimonial from Esther Milner of DeGraff Ohio praising Dr S B Hartman and Peruna. She describes pelvic weakness and headaches, reports four bottles cured, and notes she now recommends the remedy to friends. The letter frames Milner as one of the few to publicly publish such cures for the benefit of other women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeGraff
Ohio
S. B Hartman
Columbus
Esther Ms. Milner
Peruna
Mrs. Milner
Japan Newspapers Read Across Classes in 1902
A World’s Work note reports 1902 Japan had 1328 newspapers with high overall circulation, as railways nationalized. literacy among the young is widespread, and discourse flourishes. Hunters mauled by lioness in British East Africa. Lucas and Goldfinch wounded, Oldfinch saves them, fatal shot ends the attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Eivery
England
British East Africa
Messrs. Lucas
Goldfinch
Nairobi
Mr. Goldfinch
Mr.Oldfinch
Doctor Despaired Anaemic Woman Cured by Williams Pink Pills
Mrs. Thomas J. McGann of 17 Lincoln Place Plainfield New Jersey narrates a lengthy case of severe anemia with headaches irregular heartbeat swelling and long illness. After twelve boxes of Williams Pink Pills she reports dramatic improvement including restored energy pink cheeks and renewed life. Pills sold by druggists or sent by mail at 50 cents per box or 2.50 for a dozen from the Schenectady New York company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
Thomas J. McGann
Lincoln Place
Plainfield
N.J
Dr. Williams
Nail
Yes x E Co
Schenectady
The Guest Room How to Add Comfort for Guests
A Chicago Inter Ocean piece by Elizabeth Biddle offers low cost ways to make a guest room welcoming. Pale yellow or pink wallpaper, flowered chintz, ample seating, an open fireplace, and a writing desk create homelike ease. Practical touches include a train schedule, laundry list, clocks, dressing items, a candlestick table set, and a small sewing basket. True hospitality blends daily comforts with space for quiet privacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Biddle
Chicago
Stuffed Cucumbers From Milk and Bread Breadcrumb Mixture
Pare cucumbers and remove seeds then fill with a mixture of milk bread crumbs finely chopped chicken salt onion juice cayenne melted butter and egg. Pack into a pan pour seasoned chicken stock over simmer 45 minutes and serve with sauce thickened stock and lemon juice over the cucumbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jules
Winter Popularity Shapes Bridal Themes Across Society
Popular winter fabrics like silver and sold braids influence evening gowns and wedding styles. Paquin gains notable attribution for these looks as Hille bride maids wear white mousseline de soie with blue silk belts. Pink rose wreaths replace hats and a light blue Louis bow accents the styling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paquin
Mars Hamilton
Louis
Brass Cleaning Do Not Use Powder On Brass Surfaces
Instructions advise washing brass articles thoroughly before cleaning. Use half a lemon to rub the surface after washing, rinse in warm water, dry completely, and polish with a chamois leather.
Mildew Remedy: Soap Starch and Lemon Paste
Guide advises mixing soft soap fine starch and lemon juice into a paste to spread on both sides of mildewed fabric then lay on the grass for a day or two. The mildew is claimed to disappear after exposure.
Richmond liverymen oppose tipping drivers
Liverymen of Richmond Virginia complain that tipping drivers leads to alcohol spending and reduced service, accusing tipping of undermining duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Brain Workers Live Long
A study of five hundred thirty young men and women shows a life expectancy around 68 years. The data conclude brain workers may have longer lifespans than average in the sample.
Cure for Severe Eczema with Cuticura Remedies
A woman reports four years of severe facial and body eczema with intolerable itching. After two doctors failed, her husband bought Cuticura Remedies and within months the rash vanished, leaving clear skin. she credits Resolvent Soap and Ointment with curing eczema and other troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie F. Sledge
Jones Ave
Selma
Ala
Jealous of Bobbie's Wife in Her Extravagant Plans
In a humorous column the New York Globe notes how an uptown woman justifies splurges for Bobbie including a future wife. She saves for Bobbie’s education and travels while fearing the cost to her own pleasure and social standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Globe
Bobbie
Stevll
Dobbie
Shell
Chile or Chili Name Dispute Sparks Debate Across Regions
In recent weeks a heated discussion has centered on whether the country should be spelled Chile or Chili. Proponents for Chile cite its Spanish origin and native meanings linked to snow and the Andes. Supporters of Chili point to alleged native roots meaning cold, suggesting Chile as the rightful name. The debate touches on interpretations of Andes and regional linguistic history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chili
Chile
Copper
Practiced What He Preached Reverend Denis P O Flynn’s Frugal End
New York priest Denis P O Flynn lived simply, giving away nearly all he had. He left no noticeable estate or bank money, and only minimal life insurance to cover funeral costs. His assistant Father Corrigan recalls he died as poor as the proverb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denis P. O'Flynn
New
British firms showcase goods on a sea exhibit voyage
Three hundred British firms contribute to an exhibit of goods loaded on the lower decks of a former military transport. The vessel will depart London and distribute items to Canada, the West Indies, South America, South Africa, India, China, Japan, and Australia. The voyage is planned to last twelve months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Canada
West Indies
South America
South Africa
India
China
Japan
Australia
The Way Out by Grape-Nuts Helps Ambitious Girl Heal
A young woman recounts failing to finish high school due to nervousness and hysteria. After trying various medicines, she finds relief and strength by eating Grape-Nuts, resumes studies, and later becomes a teacher and a homemaker. The ad promotes Postum Co. and the book The Road to Wellville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postum .Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Dangerous practice of burning off old paint debated nationwide
The Greenfield Gazette and Courier warns homeowners about burning off old paint to strip coatings. It notes insurance risks, prior house fires, and the superiority of using quality linseed oil and pure white lead. It urges owners to source reliable brands and supervise material quality to save costs in the long run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenfield
Mass
The
Gazette
Convier
USCS
Debonair actress bets on Broadway musical to save season
The actress remains calm despite a failed play and costly investments in costumes and scenery. She notes seven new party performances on Broadway last season and expects employment through winter if the musical succeeds. Tourists in Switzerland see Rhone valley villages wrecked by bomb-bursting conditions as Italian laborers leave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Switzerland
Rhone Valley
Trigue
Simpson Tunnel
Anti Liquor and Tobacco Battle Plan Reported
Kansas Anti Liquor Society adopts a plan to fight liquor and tobacco habits. It promotes hidden recipes that can be added secretly to coffee or food. Members request recipients share free copies with friends and not sell the recipes. Address given as Room 19 Gray Ride Kansas City Mo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas Anti-Liquor Society
Gray Ride
Kansas City
Swallowed by the Sea in 1905 ship losses
A 1905 tally records 297 steamships wrecked burned or foundered totaling 253611 tons and 296 sailing vessels totaling 214690 tons. The note mentions Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething pain priced at 5 cents per bottle with a stray ad line about a woman's tears and unnamed consequence.
Voice of conscience and quotes on money and manners
Fragmented ad style notes reference conscience as an in voice and say money refunds for Punam faceless dues are unsatisfactory. Mentions druggists and a Lewis Single Binder cigar from Peoria Illinois. Ties behavior to talking and listening to women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis
Lewis’ Factory
Peoria
New Mercury Deposit Reported in Carinthia Austria
A new mercury deposit is said to have been discovered at Wieder schwing in Carinthia Austria a little north of Carniola where similar deposits extend from Idria to Neumarkt. The deposit is thought to be extensive.
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Wiederschwing
Carinthia
Austria
Carniola
Idria
Neumarkt
Cheap Excursions From Chicago to Southern States
On the Tuesday of each month the Big Four by will sell excursion tickets to most points in Virginia South Carolina Tennessee Alabama and Georgia at one fare plus 2.00 with a return limit of 390 days. Liberal stopover privileges. Write I P Spining General Northern Agent Big Four Route 238 Clark St Chicago for more information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Four By
Virginia
South Carolina
Tennessee
Alabama
Georgia
I. P. Spining
Big Four
Clark St
Chicago
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
St. Paul
St. Louis
Kansas City
Electric automatic restaurants in Switzerland attract investors
Automatic cars have sparked a new venture in Switzerland where a company will provide electric automatic restaurants. Patrons sit down, view a bill of fare, insert payment into a slot, and the machinery serves the meal by electricity to all diners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Switzerland
Low Rates to the Northwest Colonists Tickets
Great Morihern Railway offers one way Colonists' Tickets from Chicago to Seattle Portland Western Washington and Spokane at £ 25 9 0. Also low fares to Montana Idaho Oregon and British Columbia. For details contact Man Bass General Immigration Agent 228 South Clark Street Chicago Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Great Morihern Railway
Chicago
Seattle
Portland
Washington
Spokane
Montana
Idaho
Oregon
British Columbia
Man Bass
Clark Sr
Fire-flies of Jamaica Read by Night
The fire-flies of Jamaica emit a brilliant light, allowing a person to read or write at night when enclosed in a tumbler. They are as large as a hive bee and harmless. Their sudden abundance signals approaching rain to the natives.
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Jamaica
Superb Service and Scenic Route to Niagara Falls by Grand Trunk Line
Tourist prospectus details a grand railway journey across Ontario and Quebec including Niagara Falls Muskoka and Temagami regions Algonquin Park and the Saint Lawrence corridor with picturesque scenery and brochures available from Geo W Vaux. The piece also presents a folklore note on the bluebird with Thoreau Purroughs Seminole about its blue back and chestnut breast and a tale of a duller female and clouded sky altering its color.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niagara Falls
Muskoka
Islawartha Lakes
Georgian Bay
Temegami
St. Lawrence River
Rapids
Thousand Islands
Algonquin National Park
White Mountains
Atlantic Sea Coast
Grand Trunk Railway System
Chicago
Montreal
N.Y
Geo. W. Vaux, Alg
PL & T. AL
Adams St
Thoreau
John Purroughs
Earth
Sun
Nervous Women Urged to Try Lydia Pinkham Remedy
A promotional piece urges women with hysteria depression irritability and nervous exhaustion to use Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. It quotes testimonials from Mrs Chester Curry and Mrs Charles F Brown praising relief after irregularities and long suffering. The ad emphasizes free advice from Mrs Pinkham and claims wide cures for female ills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia E. Pinkham
Chester Curry
Ladies’ Symphony Orchestra
Saratoga Street
East Bestor
Mass
Pinkham
Charles F. Brown
Mothers’ Club
Cedar Terrace
Hot Springs
Ark
Lydia B. Pinkham
Lynn
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DR. Hartman
Esther M. Milner
Colorado
Valselast
New York
Til
Carters
First Sear
Ely
I Ey. Brothers
Warren Street
Mrs. Chase Brown
Mrs
Gures
Lane
Soc
W. L. Douglas
W.l.douglas
W._L. Douglas
Johnnne Flonse
Cuispic
W. D. Scott
Ottawa
C. J. Broughton
Quincy
Paxton CO
Boston
Maine
California
Key West
T. P. CO
T. P. Co., East St. Louis
Franklin Institute
East Rochester
Brockton
W.L. Douglas
Tate
W. L Douglas
Grockton
Missouri
Indiana
Illinois
W. S
Cal “Papgenions Waret
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