Word: glassed
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...borne through the entire parade unharmed, on the stalwart shoulders of two sable Africans. The transparency stood seven feet high, and was a correct copy of the chapel, the part representing the building made of pasteboard with the stone work sketched in, and the windows in stained glass,- formed a pretty sight. Below was a large transparency bearing the legends as seen in our cut; and, in addition, on the opposite side, a specimen sumons-card under the old regime, labelled, "The good old chestnut; " and on the end, comparative statistics showing the inroads of the diseases in question made...
...effect on sick people is often beneficial; and affords a stimulating tone to the nerves of the mouth and stomach. This, however, can as well be gained by such drinks as milk or effervescent waters. One and a half fluid ounces of alcohol, the equivalent of a half glass of sherry, in twenty-four hours is the limit of its useful effect. The craving for alcohol is a disease brought about by exposure to hurtful influences or by excessive drinking. All statistics go to show the superior strength of the abstainer from alcohol. In our rapid American life especially...
...goer-out gives to the door, preparatory to jumping down these steps, and often cause the goer-in to experience the spicy relish of being knocked over backwards. It seems as if a change in the direction in which the doors swing would obviate the annoyance. But certainly glass panes ought to be placed in the doors, so that opposing faces might see each other in time to avoid a catastrophe. Although it is now late in the year, it is nevertheless a good time to speak of this evil, as it could be remedied during the summer...
...GLASSES adjusted to any face firmly and neatly, so that they will not vibrate or drop off during any exercise. Our patent eye glass holds more firmly than spectacles. Large variety of patent frames. The fitting of glasses for tennis, base-ball, bicycle riding and all sports a specialty. Sanborn & Don ovan, Opticians, 3 Winter St. (one flight), Boston...
...GLASSES adjusted to any face firmly and neatly, so that they will not vibrate or drop off during any exercise. Our patent eye glass holds more firmly than spectacles. Large variety of patent frames. The fitting of glasses for tennis, base-ball, bicycle riding and all sports a specialty. Sanborn & Don ovan, Opticians, 3 Winter St. (one flight), Boston...