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Newspaper
Advance Hustler
Location
Advance, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1912
Page
2
A collage of short witticisms and observations from Indiana to Maryland, listing quirky remarks on censorship, weather, aviation, courts, fashion, sports, and culture. It notes a California woman jury, a 21-year-old Massachusetts youth who has never kissed, and a hairless man with a full beard, reflecting offbeat social quips of the era.
The statement that Earth will stay livable for ten million years aims to ease worries about space living. It mocks fears of long term migration to Mars and prompts thoughts on leasing Mars apartments.
A burglar entered a New York residence and stole five volumes of poetry. The crime prompted speculation about the thief aiming to aid Mona Lisa during her retirement days.
A Lowell Courier columnist drew ire by branding Germans in Europe as unmitigated swine. The piece prompts reflection on Americans abroad and urges restraint in criticizing travelers of any nationality.
A Los Angeles man recounts a rattlesnake ordeal and a fatal reaction to danger, while an Austrian army officer pursues breech of promise against an American. The mixed tale highlights sensational, unusual life events from the era.
An Illinois hog herd shows sores from lice. Br Weatherstone urges farmers to inspect hogs, dip or spray, and disinfect quarters thoroughly. Remove bedding, burn litter, and whitewash interiors to eradicate the parasite and protect swine growth.
A new spade design for mixing concrete features a blade with long oval holes. The holes allow finer cement to flow through the surface, resulting in a smoother finish.
Farmers in many communities band together to oppose hunting on their land amid concerns over fires, livestock stress, and ruined crops. The article argues hunters threaten dairy cattle, damage stock, and drive game extinction, noting quail help control pests.
Prevent sore shoulders with properly fitting collars. If surface galls form, wash with salt water at night and clear water in the morning, then pad under the collar. If skin breaks, apply carbolic acid solution and rest the horse for a day or two.
Citizens advised horses are highly susceptible to cold and pneumonia when left unprotected. A simple, inexpensive remedy is a thick carpet or oil cloth apron hung from the stall or home to cover the chest down to the lower chest area.
Italy imports cotton worth over 50 million dollars annually and the government promotes developing a native cotton crop to curb reliance on foreign supplies.
A simple adjustable depth gauge helps prevent deeper cuts in saw work. The device uses two wood strips attached to arms on a block with a thumb screw to clamp against the blade. It can be set at any point along the blade to ensure consistent depth.
A brief note compares calves to human babies, highlighting similarities in digestion and care. It suggests that overfeeding, like with babies, can be a leading risk to young calves. The piece emphasizes gentle feeding as a prudent approach.
A successful and well balanced whole grain ration for egg production uses equal parts Indian corn wheat and oats by measurement. The mixture is well mixed to optimize laying performance and flock health.
A stenographer vents on dictation busywork and male pretension in an office. She compares letters to wasteful chatter and mocks executives who feign urgency while dodging real tasks. Marriage, confidence, and work ethic become satirical targets.
A Morristown Messenger note compares historic Vermont teacher pay to current rates. It recalls female teachers earning eleven dollars per term and males eighteen, plus 25 cents a day for man’s board or 15 cents for woman, teaching the three R's and maintaining order.
The San Francisco Argonaut argues against a proposed federal health board, warning it would enforce one medical school, threaten individual rights, and curb unorthodox healing methods. It urges resistance to preserve medical freedom and avoid an established school of practice.
A youth asks his grandfather a pointed question after watching Othello at the theater. He wonders aloud if the black man kills a lady every night, revealing a child’s blunt interpretation of the play’s tragedy.
A short dialogue contrasts a child's view of lawyers with a parent’s calm explanation. The girl wonders if lawyers are always temperamental after reading newspaper cross examinations. The exchange uses a light, humorous tone to reflect public perceptions of legal work.
A short anecdote features Plodding Pete seeking a square meal for two days and a resolute woman releasing a dog named Towser, signaling shared hardship and unlikely solidarity in a lighthearted moment.
Two speakers contend about the relative standing of the British House of Commons and Congress. One asserts Congress as the first legislative body, the other argues the Commons leads, promising proof. The exchange centers on implied supremacy without formal evidence.
The Life excerpt shows a messenger asking about a “swell guy” and a newsboy confirming long-time work together. The editor of one of the papers is identified, highlighting a familiar business link in a casual exchange.
An International Sunday School lesson discusses Luke 1 5 23 focusing on Zacharias and Elizabeth as models for faith and service. It notes John the Baptist’s role, the Nazirite vow, and the Spirit’s empowerment guiding Christian workers today.
Rev JaA Meeke of Conda describes faith as a triangle where trust in God about a specific matter intersects with natural earthly factors in every act of faith. He argues faith is not solely spiritual but involves earthly elements in practice.
Herman Fellner recounts a Washington visit with friends in Cincinnati Times Star story. In a cigar shop, a clerk pressures with price tags until Fellner is teased that his clothes fooled him and prompts a playful swap of cigars.
A Nebraskan mother recounts her three year old Gilbert’s severe eczema starting in infancy. After failing two Chicago doctors, use of Cuticura soap and ointment over four weeks cleared his disfigured face and restored his hair, with assurances to others to try the remedies.
A fragmentary dialogue references how money creates and resolves trouble. Mentions Pr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets claimed to regulate stomach and liver, with nonsensical terms suggesting 19th century patent medicine product. Includes stray lines about a streetcar conductor and shared plates, hinting at social consequences.
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