Man who could not shiver endures underground mine rescue tale
Lindsay B. Hicks, ex entombed miner from Edison Construction near Bakersfield, recalls a thirty minute rescue, fifteen days cramped in a narrow shaft, and self built survival tactics. He recounts air, water, tobacco, milk through a feed pipe, and keeping sane amid danger. He tours shows in Los Angeles and Bakersfield, defying fear with calm under pressure.
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Lindsay B. Hicks
Edison Construction Company
Bakersfield
Hicks
Ove Day Hicks
Camp Two
Rive
Kern
Cavedin
Ellen Beach
Pauline Jacobson
San Francisco Bulletin
Hicks the Cherokee? A Bakersfield rescuer’s feat
A 15 day entombed rescue, Hicks, a man from Virginia and Kentucky roots, endures a cave-in ordeal. He directs rescuers, maintains normal vital signs, and emerges with calm, humor, and a remarkable will. The piece compares him to civil war Bushwhackers and praises his self control.
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Hicks
Bakersfield
Virginia
Kentucky
Culinary Instructions From A Historic Home Kitchen
A detailed set of old fashioned recipes begins with batters and breads and includes hops tea for flavoring potatoes, yeast rising, custard puddings with meringue, ginger spiced doughs, doughnuts with cinnamon, royal icing, and finishing patterns. It reads like a practical home cook’s guide with measurements and steps for multiple dishes.
Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription Promotes Female Health
An old advertisement touts Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a stimulant free remedy for women’s ailments. It claims to strengthen weak women and aid expectant mothers, with testimonials from Mrs. Mary M. Thomas and mentions of the companion Common Sense Medical Advisor and Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets.
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Pierce
Natures
Mary M. Thomas
Winston Street
Los Angeles
Cal
Dr. Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N.Y
How to Avoid Pneumonia and Food Prep Blends
A mixed excerpt covers cooking directions for pastries and puddings with detailed measurements and steps. It then promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a cough remedy and lung restorer with endorsements from Dr. Bishop of Agnew Michigan. The piece concludes with notes on a Washington state industry compendium by the Post Intelligencer featuring extensive illustrations and business coverage.
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Foley
C. J. Bishop
Agnew, Mich
North Yakima
Post+ Intelligencer
Washington
Coffin Bros. to Close Sunnyside Retail Stores
Co S Wenner reports Coffin Bros will close all valley retail stores soon and shift focus to the North Yakima wholesale operation. Sunnyside store opened four years ago with strong trade and many patrons. closing sale will proceed regardless of cost.
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Wenner
Sunnyside
Stained shingles cheaper for roofing at Scott's Lumber Yard
A brief item notes that stained shingles cost less per thousand than staining roofs. Scott's Lumber Yard is mentioned as the supplier. The text is terse and promotional in tone, highlighting savings for roof projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott’n Lumber Yard
Prosperous Washington and Its Resources Magazine Release
The Seattle Post-Intelligencer issues a special illustrated magazine titled Prosperous Washington and Its Resources. It presents a complete review of Washington state industries and resources with descriptive city articles and home-seeker advantages. The 160 page volume features color covers and a fine first cover design as a high quality specimen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Seattle Post-Intelligencer
Northwest
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Edison
Chutes
Indora Park
Armory Hall
Schmidt
Harry Linville
Edigseo Company
Linville
Half Moon Bay
Laimonus
Co. M. Ferry & CO
Detroit
Mich
Delmonico Pudding
Ginger
Roosevelt
Woodburn Nurseries
D. Cook
North Yakima, Wash
Pyg
Magnificent Magazine
Ras Springs
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