One thousand secrets of wise and rich men revealed

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26754

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One thousand secrets of wise and rich men revealed

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en

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A 1907 compendium of practical household remedies, agricultural tips, and historical anecdotes. C. A. Bogardus offers recipes for liniments, candies, and cakes alongside essays on politics, economics, and marksmanship, aiming to educate the public on self-support and national prosperity.

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In *One Thousand Secrets of Wise and Rich Men Revealed*, C. A. Bogardus presents an eclectic volume designed to guide the average person toward domestic self-sufficiency and civic wisdom. The work opens with Bogardus's personal chronicles as a champion marksman, detailing his rifle matches and feats of accuracy, including hitting objects thrown in the air and breaking glass balls at high speeds. The text then transitions into a practical 'Medical Department,' offering detailed recipes for homemade liniments, salves, and cures for ailments ranging from sore throats to rheumatism. Subsequent sections cover household arts, providing instructions for making maple sugar, candies, and cakes, alongside scientific curiosities such as burning water with camphor and creating leaf photographs. The latter half of the book shifts to political and economic commentary. Bogardus argues passionately for bimetallism, critiques high tariffs and the gold standard, and discusses the influence of money power on legislation. He contrasts the rapid progress made by inventors and laborers with the stagnation of politicians, suggesting a move toward direct democracy to ensure laws reflect the will of the majority rather than the interests of trusts. The volume concludes with tables of rare coin values and speeches by historical figures like Patrick Henry and Abraham Lincoln, framing the work as a comprehensive guide to wisdom, wealth, and civic duty. Bogardus asserts that mankind's primary duty is to man, advocating for a system where the expressed will of the people guides the government, free from the oppression of class legislation and international agreements that favor the strong over the weak.

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Categories

• Psychology
• Religion
• Philosophy
• History
• Essays
• Science