Saint and Witch Across Time in Rome and Rouen
The piece mourns Joan of Arc’s burning as a centuries old injustice and condemns current public zeal that crowns opprobrium into sainthood. It reflects on prejudice, fairness, and the danger of judging living figures by noisy sentiment rather than truth. A British soldier’s 1431 remark and the Vatican’s stance are cited to argue for restraint.
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Rome
St.Peter’s
Joan of Arc
Seven Hills
Rouen
Vatican
Jase
Domremy
Hood
Angels of Heaven
Sen
Service Cars and Nicholson Ad Offerings in Whitewright
An old newspaper fragment advertises original service car line in Whitewright with contact number 177 and cautions for careful drivers and fair rates. It also promotes a malaria remedy claiming parasite-killing properties and tonic benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitewright
W. T. Nicholson
No Apologies for the Tin Henry
A speaker urges contentment with what one has and criticizes the pride of chasing luxury. He recalls a family using an old Tin Henry boat for simple happiness, arguing that appreciating small joys beats envy of bigger, pricier automobiles and comforts. The piece extols nature and daily contentment over material excess.
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John
Hearts and Souls Appreciate Their Classes or Races
A brief line notes that people who value classes or races are appreciated for the hearts and souls they nurture.
Rat Snap Ended Plague of Rats in Cellar Says Mrs Tepper
Mrs Tepper of Plainfield New Jersey says rats in her cellar prevented her servant from entering. She used RAT SNAP to eliminate the infestation and prevent odors. The cake form product comes in three sizes 25c 50c and 1 00. Sold and guaranteed by Wilson Montgomery Hardware Co and Dyer Jones.
The Printer's Night Out Sale Bill
A sensational auction notice purporting to be a Missouri sale includes odd items such as twenty five cows and eight piano mares. The misprinted bill lists livestock, machinery, and oddities like a spraying outfit and a riding belting device, with a note that more items will be added before the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
de Lavel
McCormick
Poland-China
Farrow
J.1.c
Soldier writes to colonel after discharge
A discharged British soldier, scarred by two years of service, writes to his former colonel praising the army’s removal to a place "to which only the wicked are consigned." The colonel responds, noting that troop movement inquiries must be logged on army form 2132.
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London
No Worms in a Healthy Child Advert 60c tonic
An advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a health tonic for children with worms. It claims regular use for two to three weeks will enrich the blood improve digestion and strengthen the whole system, helping dispel worms and restore health. Presented price 60 cents per bottle.
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Grove
Golden Medical Discovery and Dr Pierce’s Fame
A rural physician famed for curing disease later settled in Buffalo New York and promoted the Golden Medical Discovery. The tonic used roots and barks as ingredients and was widely sold across the United States with over twenty four million bottles.
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Dr. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Pierce
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Roberts
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SUN
Dallas
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