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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1930
Page
6
In a zoo scene, Mr Box Tortoise explains why their species feels lucky. He notes the dry land, ability to hide inside their shells, and a centered tortoise lock for protection. Mrs Gopher Tortoise observes, jokes about saving time, and contrasts with other animals facing dangers while the tortoises remain safe.
A fragmented discussion on superstition and death omens. The text analyzes beliefs about meeting a funeral procession and the supposed luck or misfortune it signals, noting racial bias and vague psychological elements.
The piece discusses the origin of language and the Sabbath concept from biblical creation. It notes the Sabbath as a day of rest and prayer, tracing the Hebrew meaning of Sabbath to rest and turning the mind to spiritual matters, with many language variations across cultures.
Dear Editor Brain Anne go to Boston I am dad and state house home when I want young and frisky It Thad my Ute to live over again do more stunts like that And read Scott and Dickena and learn duplicata bridges Time's cheap when you're young and It given you something to talk about when you get up in the thirties and feel old But if I were starting life again think I'd do something different with those two weeks spent trying to learn Esperanto And I sort of regret that afternoon stood up to see a certain actress Inashaw But suppose we all have some time to waste Fred Barton ry by the Bail eodicate Tre Point of Importance not what you say that counts In life Age agit MP the pun
The world mourns Sir Arthur Conan Doyle famed creator of Sherlock Holmes. He valued imagination and expressive versatility, shaping enduring detective fiction. Doyle sought remembrance as a spiritualism advocate, preferring obscurity as a writer yet honest in conviction and personal sincerity.
David attends a banquet where guests praise him as an honored guest and the Boundary Gentlemen of the world unveil their quiet patrol role. The speaker extols keeping nations within bounds while jesting about oceans and borders, as David listens and smiles at the odd ceremony.
Riddle hints at a needle through wordplay and letters. The clue suggests a single eye and a sharp point, with fragments pointing toward a sewing tool. The playful phrasing creates clues leading to the object used for stitching.
Grace J Austin describes evolving travel dress and costume trends from home wear to fashionable travel smocks. She notes waterproof fabrics, colorful accessories, and the rise of coordinated outfits, urging practical elegance for modern journeys and social appearances.
Fashion note from Woman's Home Companion describes a slim young girl ensemble featuring a fitted dress with shirring, a separate bolero jacket, and coordinated accessories. The design highlights a caped sleeve, tucked collar, bow, and cuffs, with a simple binding for the outfit.
Hollywood fashion writers note a break with long skirt rules as tenola skirts stay bobbed with pleats and flutes. Sleeves are sleeveless with cap gleeves, pastels compete with bright yellows, jackets and sweaters appear post game. Golf outfits mix pastels with tailored cuts, equestrian wear favors linen trousers and jodhpurs, while riding attire shifts to tweed coats and polo outerwear.
Bowknots of the same material play a big part in ornamentation of midarmwear models shown by couturiers. Bows above the knees focus fullness or godets, relief on smooth princess dresses in heavy crepe miraculara.
The article notes colorful handkerchiefs in orange and yellow brighten brown knit sportswear and evening ensembles. It highlights how a bright handkerchief dangling from a pocket adds a vivid touch, with recent sports outfits relying on this accessory for flair rather than on other features.
The piece describes sixteen blazer-striped flannel jackets and capes designed for a feminine look. It notes the jackets are smart and photograph well, appealing to country club fashion with a neat, coordinated appearance.
Sir Walter Raleigh is cited as inspired by a free booklet on pipe care. Two of Queen Elizabeth’s ladies-in-waiting help answer mail requests for the guide. The booklet covers lighting, smoking, cleaning, and hygiene, and is available free from Brown & Williamson Tobacco Corporation, Louisville, Ky. Also a radio program listing for The Osleigh Rees airs Mondays at 10:00 PM.
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