Toys and stories from a Sandman tale exhibition
A narrator recalls an old exhibition of toys and dolls showing how a nobleman copied his life in miniature, including boats and family figures. The tale links the toy world to a sick girl and her mother, ending with sunshine and renewed health as the girl and her dolly enjoy the day.
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Sandman
Courty
Achdol
Toey
Nick
Nancy
Mr. Sun
Dolly
Mr. Son
Tool
The Why of Superstitions by Hirving King
The article discusses sewing superstition about breaking a needle being lucky or unlucky across regions. It links needle breaking to luck, marriage, or health outcomes, and explains ancient beliefs that iron repels evil spirits and that breaking the needle removes danger from the garment under construction.
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McClur
Character and Its Power in Life and Society
A reflective piece on character as the core of personal and social strength. It defines character as the unity of secret thoughts and actions, not outward imitation or reputation, and argues true character surfaces in moments of temptation and aligns with inner moral ideals. It cites the idea that a thief harms more than property, harming a name as well.
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Wren
Unian
Maria Barrientos rose from Barcelona child to world prima donna
The article recounts Maria Barrientos as a child in Barcelona where a conductor rejected her, later elevating to prima donna status in the coronation of the Spanish king and becoming a renowned coloratura soprano with the Metropolitan Opera in New York.
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Barcelona
Spain
Aing
Maria
Maria Barrientos
Maria. Barrientos
Metropolitan Opera
New ‘York
tieClure Rewconner Syndicate
SAWS By Viola Brothers Shore
Column of humorous quips on social manners and domestic life. The piece uses playful dialect to mock pretensions, marriage dynamics, and social expectations, urging readers to laugh at vanity and recognize real independence beyond appearances.
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Viola Brothers Shore
Newlywed Row Ends In Morning Breakfast Rift
A newly married couple's quarrel lasted through the night. The wife mournfully refused to speak and later prepared breakfast. The husband tried to reconcile at the stairs and asked what was for breakfast. The reply was sharp, and he told her to cook for herself.
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Hubby
Prayer Formed After Collection Plate Fracas
A colored minister asks if anyone desires prayer as Brother Jones responds. The scene hints at disorder after the collection plate passes, with a speaker noting financial impropriety and the congregation preparing to pray.
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Yassub
Brother Jones
Nols Farmer
Some Even Dream College Lat Oh Cribs in Class
In a playful exchange, college life quirks surface as students joke about crib use in class and the sleepy reverie of afternoons. The banter highlights campus culture and student humor amid dormitory routines.
Missed Train By Half A Minute On Platform
Alan stands on a station platform despondent after missing his train by a half minute. A friend tries to cheer him, joking that he might have missed it by half an hour.
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Alan
Tye
Beavers
Student request prompts life-sized photo enlargements
A student asks a photographer for life-sized enlargements of a photo featuring a whale. The photographer confirms such enlargements are their specialty, while the student notes the image is a quick snapshot. The exchange centers on a whimsical animal subject.
George Keeps Coat On Despite Cold Inquiries
A fragment shows a dialogue about George staying wrapped up and refusing to remove his coat. Mary questions if he got cold, while others defend that he would not be foolish enough to shed his coat in the chill.
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George
Mary
Full of Love and Oddities in a Brief Exchange
A quirky fragment depicts a playful world with beauty and duty, mentioning a tiny ecotomist and a bizarre use of an old toothbrush. Characters Smith and Jinks discuss mundane tasks and a humorously contrived eyebrow brush moment.
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Smith
Beluga Gemstalk and Tiv Tug at Avs With Farmers
Dialogues reveal a chaotic scene where beluga Gemstalk and Tiv contend with farmers pulling avs. Confusing exchanges between Harry and Larry show frustration, wild hypotheticals, and a muddled attempt at resolution amid the tense moment.
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Larry
Harry
Davis and Chamberlain clash over journalism’s value
The piece recalls Richard Aloroding Davis, famed novelist and war correspondent, who met Jon Chamberlain, then head of the British government. Davis pressed his stature, prompting Chamberlain to quip that journalists reveal a rotten world to the public.
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Richard Aloroding Davis
Jon Chamberlain
Davis
Chamberlain
Dare's Mentha Tepsin: a strong stomach elixir promise
The advertisement touts Dare's Mentha Tepsin as a powerful stomach elixir that builds run-down digestion, allows eating without distress, and offers money back if it does not provide greater relief than any prior remedy. It claims thousands of bottles sold daily and urges customers to demand Dare's from reputable druggists.
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Davros Mentha Pepsin
Dare
Stray Dog Debacle At Steel Mill Slag Pile
Sharon police chief sought permission from a steel mill superintendent to dispose of stray dogs on the mill slag pile. The assistant declined, promising to relay the request. The superintendent, returning, reacted in his typical fashion and ordered the chief from the office.
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Ehlef
Sharon
Pas
Eft
Mmes
California Leads in Electricity From Water Power
California produces more electricity from water power than any other state. New York is second, Washington third, Montana fourth, Alabama fifth, and Wisconsin sixth. The saying cool as a cucumber is tied to the vegetable being typically one degree cooler than its surroundings.
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California
New York
Washington
Montana
Alabama
Wisconsin
Grandma Danced and Horses Return to London Streets
A fragment notes taxation bringing horses back into daily life in London, displacing cars when possible. It mentions a 75 ton giant magnet lifting work at Krupp works and a 70 plus ton capability, reflecting a shift to horse power and magnet technology in industrial use.
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London
Krupp
Misden
Sayvs Vonilar
Let Em Rip How Do You Use These Jazz Instruments
Dialogue captures a playful exchange on jazz instrument use with a dismissive retort You dont. The fragment hints at a teaching moment about improvisation and instrument handling in a music context.
Fashions Sweep Manchuria and Siberia
Rapid travel spreads fashion as travelers report new styles in Manchuria and across Siberia. Shingled hair and silk stockings become visible trends among residents and visitors alike.
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Manchuria
Siberltes
Have You Blemishes or A Clear Smooth Skin?
A fragmented 19th century excerpt contrasts views on female marriage age and education. It cites states in the Union where twelve is the minimum marriage age, mentions parental consent, and notes unemployment studies. It references England and skills like arithmetic, driving, and woodwork as part of dole or schooling efforts.
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Kentucky
Lovishina
Mauryland
Mississippi
Virginia
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Esther Ralston
Joseph Kaye
Maria Barriettos
Exrnin
Sue
American Legion Monthly
Richleigh
Dr. Caldiwell
Caldwell
Pepsin Syrup Company
Monticello
Illnois
Caldwel
Dr.Caldwells
Sol
Malden
Maus
England
Dole
Post
Postum Company
Cor Krooah Wray
We Co
Ine
Postum Company, Inc
Battle Creek, Mich
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