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John Fletcher is posing to the side to show of his right arm and chest physique

An statement by an unknown wieghtlifter who bested Samson, another weigthlifter and was praised for it.

A long letter, advertising the Simplex System for men to develop their Physical Culture

The text details Tatham's display as well as the prize for it

The article includes persuasion to become physically fit, testamonies of followers of the Monthly, and advertising for Strongforts' programs

Incomplete but detailed instruction and guide for the start of Physical Culture Training

W. Bailey describes the feats of some weightlifters and statistics are given, focusing on a Mr. Harrison

The bulletin advertises John Everett's "A Mighty Physique" through various quotes from his physical culture book

The company is trying to sell Mr. Coulter the Complete Wonder-Ball System, a physical culture training course

Healy describes the physical culture of Austrailia, including a photo of him posing to display his biceps and chest physique