Epitaphs and Names Across Time and Myths
A fragmented collage cites epitaph meanings from ancient Egypt and later names with symbolic strength. It recounts fashion openings, warrior maidens, and name meanings like Matilda while weaving brief anecdotes from daily life and quotes from Chicago Tribune and John Addington Symonds.
How to Fight the Grip bears with lemonade
A garbled health note describes remedies for influenza and recovery in bed. It mentions a herbal tonic and Golden Medical, claimed to be made from roots and barks, offered in tablets or liquid at drug stores or the Invalids' Hotel, with a free medical advice trial package.
Less Meak If Kidneys Bother
A health note warns meat eaters that high meat intake strains kidneys, causing waste buildup and illness. It recommends four ounces of Salts from a pharmacy, mixed with water, to flush and stimulate kidneys, neutralize urine acids, and prevent bladder weakness.
First Religious Newspaper and its Publisher
The Herald of Gospel Liberty, regarded as the first religious newspaper, was published by Elias Smith in Portsmouth New Hampshire in 1800. The note from Indianapolis News cites the historical claim and reflects the era's religious press context.
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Herald of Gospe Liberty
Elias Smith
Portsmouth
N.hl
Indianapolis News
Fragmented Clippings Reflect Domestic Tales and Aphorisms
A dying wife in New Mexico confesses she skimmed nearly $1,000 from her husband for pin money. Other items note how to preserve cut flowers, a child’s remark about a new father, and reflections on well bred behavior at home and in society.
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New Mexico
Dean's Kidney Pills End Kidney Pain Says Parker
Local blacksmith Parker reports relief from back and kidney pain after using Dean's Kidney Pills from Franck Baker & Pharmacy. He endorses the remedy, describing rapid improvement and disappearance of symptoms. Manufactured by Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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Dean
Parker
Pat St
Ates
Doan
Franck Baker & Pharmacy
Rom & Price
Don
Foster-Milburn Co. Mfrs
Buffalo, N. Y
Morality and commonplace reflections in 19th century prose
A fragmentary collection notes moral reflections by Pere and Seneca, cites E. W. Howe and Bacon on mediocrity and sin, then lists lake areas and long smoking briar pipes in London, ending with a quip about lighting them.
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Londen
Acre
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