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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1913
Page
8
Describes a sound magnifying trum pet and pedal attachment to hold a receiver away from the ear during calls. The user places the receiver on a time saver magnifier to hear the other party clearly, freeing both hands for tasks and dictation until the other party answers. The device aids accessibility and enables alternating ear contact or remote listening as needed.
A fragmented OCR item mentions Mrs Winslow's soothing syrup and a claim of calming colic with ten bottles. It also includes a garbled anecdote about a man finding his wife and her alleged tendency to beat him, losing coherence and proper context.
Readable fragments describe a crowded theatre with stalls gallery and pit full and actors dozing while a separate item notes a train colliding with a dynamite truck near Dallas Oregon. The locomotive pilot survived and the driver jumped to safety as the truck was pushed ahead.
A newly wealthy woman eager to impress her neighbors hosts a bishop and displays her antique collection. She explains each piece's history, proudly noting that an old yellow teapot was used in the Boston Tea Party.
A 37 pound meteorite fell near a native woman in Johannesburg area and was witnessed from 15 miles away. The stone, which cannot yet be broken, is reported to contain platinum and has been the subject of discussion in local scientific circles.
A Texas primary teacher recalls starting coffee as a child, suffering nerves and indigestion, then switching to Postum a month ago. She reports clearer skin, no headaches, and lasting calm, noting others drink Postum for a week without realizing they aren’t consuming coffee. The ad touts Postum varieties and preparation tips from Postum Company.
An aspiring speaker requests strength to ascend and taste success while embracing hardship. The verse seeks resilience to bear burdens with dignity and to join a few who endure sorrow, hoping to share in blessings and stay faithful to a challenging path.
Old town residents reminisce about pasts and neighbors. Sim Wiggins runs a farm south of town with 60 hogs sold at fairs and a new house, while Tom grows into a local genius who allegedly wrote the Declaration of Independence on a worthless card.
A fragmentary exchange reveals neighbors discuss the Babbletons. Bo contemplates mortgages of 2000 to 4000 dollars while claiming wealth, and a preacher questions a boy Johnny about age. The boy dodges, fearing punishment for revealing his age and potential car charges.
A man returning after a long absence asks about the Griggs girl. The friend recalls Fanny Griggs, who has a dreamlike face, and reveals he married her. A visitor arrives to see Fanny. The scene hints at a quiet, nostalgic moment in small town life.
In a witty exchange a speaker claims to know the most foolish woman in the world. A question asks who she is, with the reply denying naming her while describing a wife deeply in love with a husband who idolizes her. She fears he may someday gaze elsewhere, making her miserable.
A reflective line notes that true happiness may come to anyone who can turn a personal fad into a livelihood. The sentiment underscores the value of turning passion into work as a source of contentment.
A compact critique notes abundant raw material for fault finding close to home. The author observes everyday scenes and ordinary people offering clues for judgment, urging readers to examine familiar surroundings rather than seek distant or sensational targets.
Lucia Bostey describes a method to defeat procrastination by forming a strong habit of promptness. She details replacing bad habits with precise, time‑bound commitments and daily tests, leading to lasting self discipline over 18 months.
A department store linen department manager says a smile is a top asset for salespeople. It helps win customers and support the store like fair prices and good goods, though eight hours of smiling is rare and learned by constant self observation.
A wry clipping notes a husband offering custody of the car poodle and rubber plant with generous alimony while he keeps the children and the graphophone. The wife pleads to halt the divorce, fearing never finding another husband like him.
In a bustling gossip column the phrase Wimmen certainly ain't got no con nistoney sparks humor as readers follow a chain of domestic misadventures. A playful exchange shows husbands teased over quarrels while wives rebuke the men for fleeing home, highlighting daily tensions and social chatter.
For decorating, choose colors suitable for lighted rooms such as blue green brown and gray. In north or poorly lit spaces use yellow or yellow tan to evoke sunlit warmth. Tan is versatile. soft tones like sage green and brownish gray feel pleasing. avoid bright red and opt for soft red shades or Indian red. Ensure wallpaper appears lighter on walls by selecting medium to light shades for cheerful rooms.
Exquisite bridal costume described as white liberty satin with a draped and slashed skirt and a pointed train. Déep square décolletage corsage features a drapery of rhinestones.
Among newest child wear are garments made of Japanese crepe chosen for a crepey look. The Japanese fabric is praised as superior in durability and quality, woven by hand and achieving the crepe effect in the weaving rather than by shrinkage.
Practical sewing notes describe making centerpiece casings from cretonne with ribbon ties, plus doily covers and luncheon set cases. Guidance covers easy construction, material choices, and gifting ideas for brides and housewives. Also advised are simple layettes with hand sewn garments for newborns using fine lawn and sheer cottons, emphasizing durability and easy care.
An apron with a bib can be made for wash day or baby bath. A bathing cap and a bag to carry your bathing suit and Nettle utility cages dear to the suitcase of travelers may be made from aeoin carded raincoat.
A simple starch method uses a small amount of corry flour mixed with cold water to stiffen lace and sheer fabrics. The preparation aims to stiffen delicate textiles, including neckwear, while avoiding damage to fine materials.
Senator Luke Lea of Tennessee recalls turning the tables on Senator William Webb before Webb's rise to the U S Senate. Lea recounts advising Webb on senate conduct while quipping about a Prince Albert coat and a formal handshake, framing his own ascendance in Washington.
A reminiscence on schoolroom oratory asks if the classic blows still echo in classrooms. Judge Adamson of Georgia is cited as a powerhouse speaker, styled as a whirlwind who spoke through storms, while a boyish audience debates the role of oratory and political rhetoric in a tumultuous era.
Crowded streets near big hotels host female excursionists who tour the capital to see government wheels in motion. A newspaper vendor notes their purchases shrink to one-cent stamps and Washington postcards as the crowd's presence highlights the travelers’ effect on commerce and local life.
The article notes a drop in wayside signs east of the city, once common on fences and trees for stores like John Does and other local wares. It describes how roadside advertising for tobacco, clothing, hardware, medicines, and liquor dominated travel routes, with sign tacking done by itinerant workers and teams. The practice has diminished but persists in reduced form.
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