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In the photo, Bonnes has his arms crossed, displaying his physique

A photo of Eugene Sandow, posing to show off his arms.

In the photo, Sheffield is posing to display his back and upper arm muscles.

The height, weight, and results of each weight category as well as a contest of physique and their rankings.

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

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