Women of Middle Age in a Lowell Form
An advertisement from Lowell Massachusetts offers Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound as a remedy for long term nervous symptoms and menopausal complaints. The text lists hot flashes headaches dizziness dread of evil and other signs and invites readers to write for confidential advice. The ad promotes the product with member testimonials and location details in Lowell and Lynn Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell
Mass
F. Pinkham
Lynn
Sub agents named in Virginia counties for Mutual Life Insurance
The record shows sub agents in Frederick Clarke and Shenandoah Counties handling policies for The Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York. Total Virginia payments in 1915 amount to 1 026 007 12 with investments totaling 6 657 566 80. Applications from present policyholders and families are invited through W A Willis in Winchester and Thos P Morgan in Washington DC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
W. A. Willis
Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York
Jack
Winchester
O Thos. P. Morgan
Southern
Washington, D. C
What to Do for Bad Colds
A fragmented note describes a medicine providing relief for colds, coughs, and sore throats. It mentions Foley's Honey and Tar and claims to loosen phlegm, ease throat irritation, and reduce chest tightness. The text reads like an advisory snippet from a period consumer health column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Deaths of C. W. Baker and Mrs Pretty in Whitacre
Mr Charles William Baker died after a fall in his room at Whitacre aged 86. Born near Winchester, he lived much of his youth in Baker's Mill area. Survived by two brothers Dr I N Baker and B Baker. Mrs Joseph Pretty, a Primitive Baptist Church member, died Wednesday night at Enon on Capon, beloved by many.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitacre
Charles William Baker
Kangas
Winchester
Deolbich
Baker's Mil
I. N. Baker
Joseph Pretty
Enon
Capon
Sis
Primitive Baptist Church
Willard Says He Will Fight Fulton In Spring
Chicago reports Jess Willard hints at a spring bout with Fulton as the heavyweight champion notes he will not fight until open air conditions. He prefers an open arena to boost attendance and lower admission costs for fans unable to pay high prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Yoiss Willard
FFSA
Fulton
Furton
Tom Cowler
Willard
Jess
Alleged Forger Arrested After Months of Hunt
A man identified as Jones, accused of forging checks worth about $100, was arrested in a city by Constable Couch and Grantler. The Bececithimesione Company in Berkeley County had been pursuing him since last April for instrument theft.
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Jones Od
Hess
Couchman
Grantler
R Han
Jones Mesazoq
Jones
Bececithimesione Company
Berkeleyiounty
Instrumenta
Regular Storm Period Forecast for January
Weather notes from Hick’s Magazine predict a storm period from the 18th to the 22nd with a focus on the 20th, including celestial events such as a Jupiter opposition and Mercury conjunction. A secondary storm period edges toward the 25th to 26th, with a Moon Earth Sun eclipse node and perigee on the 23rd, signaling rain and snow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hick's
Vulcan
Jupiter
Mercury
Fragmented Ad Copy on Health Remedies
The readable text lists various medical terms and ailments such as joints fever confusion and chest infections. It presents fragmented phrases about treatments and remedies without coherent context or identifiable individuals or organizations.
January to Bring Warmer South Winds and Storms
Weather outlook indicates warmer south winds and falling barometer with cloudiness and increasing storms of rain and snow within a day or two of Friday the 26th. Storms followed by rising barometer, west and north winds, then cold clearing weather. Overall it foresees average winter storms for January.
Hagerstown Fair Moves to Five Days Next October
Hagerstown Md January 17 The newly elected officers and directors of the Hagerstown Fair Association decided to hold a five day fair next October instead of a four day fair as in former years The fair will begin Tuesday October 9 and run through Saturday October 18 A Home Coming Week Celebration will be held in connection with the exhibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hagerstown
Hagerstown Fair Association
Books Wanted by Middletown Scouts for Boys
Scoutmaster in Middletown Virginia appeals for interesting boys books no longer needed. Donations named Deenp Mar 4 Semarang. Messages say the books will aid a good cause and help build character among the boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Semarang
Middletown
Secretary of War speaks at Lee University in Lexington
Secretary of War D Baker visited Lexington for a university assembly in Lee Memorial Chapel at 11 o clock where alumnus D Baker spoke. Dr Henry Louis Smith introduced him as W A Bell of New Orleans gave a welcome address. He attended a Sons of Confederate Veterans luncheon and reviewed cadets from Virginia Military Institute in Rockbridge County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
van Jan
Lee University
Robert E
D. Baker
University of the Clays
Lee Memorial Chapel
Henry Louismith
Iiseonsits
W. A. Bell
New Orleans
Boater
James Willam Kern
Sons of Confederatic Veterans
Rock Bridge
Virginia
Military Institute
Funeral Services for Shug Evans in Winchester
The funeral of William A. Evans known as Uncle Shug, who died at his home on North Kent street, was held yesterday afternoon from St. Paul’s A M E Church on North Main street. The church was crowded and the service was led by Rev. John R. Augustus with Rev. C. E. Queen assisting. Interment followed at Orrick cemetery with pallbearers including his sons William Taylor and Duvall Evans and grandsons Earl, Thomas, and Ollie Evans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Evans
Winchester
Shug
North Kent Street
St. Paul’s
A.M. EF. Chiren
North Main Street
Jdhin R . Augustus
C. E. Queen
John Mann Methodist Church
Orrick
William
Taylor
Duvall Evans
Earl, Thomas
Ollie Evans
Discovery of Uric Acid and Gout Treatments
An 1848 discovery by Sir Arthur Garved linked excess uric acid to gout. The piece explains uric acid deposits cause joint pain and rheumatism, and promotes Anuric tablets as a treatment alongside diet and hydration. It notes Dr. Pierce and a return to Washington address by Miss Caroline Hunter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Garved
Dr. Pierce
Surgical Institute
Buffalo
N.Y
Sage and Sulphur Compound Restores Natural Dark Hair
A grandmother’s hair darkening remedy called Sage and Sulphur Compound is sold for about 30 cents. The mix promises natural color restoration after one or two applications, using a comb to apply strand by strand. It’s advertised as an old time recipe, not a medical cure.
Belverstine Land Auction Brings 951.50 Offer
The heirs of the sale present W. C. Crampton as auctioneer in Berryville for a tract of about 100 acres named Belverstine land. The bid reached 81 504 per acre with total around 951.50 for the property. The sale is described as a good result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis B
Belverstine
Berryville
Ayn Dy Hart
W. C. Crampton
Mr George W Haines Seeks Business in Battimor
Mr George W Haines spends several days in Battimor on business engagements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Haines
Battimor
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Shenandoah
Persod
Mee Marsh
Dora Cameron
Maude Adams
Hos
Joseph Carl Breil
Wagner
Brie
Tontafoore
C. W. Baker
Mr Selfiett
Jess Willard
Bax
George W. Stephenson
Seizie
Chas. W. Hala
Hagerstown Fair
Kirschbaum
Ryan & Orndoff
Court House
Lexington Today
Dre My Gs Lucas
Caroline Hunter
Washington
Conrad
North Market Street
Ior
Helvestine
Mountain View Nursery
Williamsport
Maryland
Union Bank of Winchester
Neftstowm
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