Language reform in Norway sparks nationalist awakening
The piece outlines Ivar Aasen's Landsmaal and Norway's push to adopt a new national language, linking it to independence from Denmark and broader European language struggles. It contrasts this with linguistic conflicts across Austria Hungary, Finland, Belgium, Greece, Britain, and South Africa and notes mass education and pride in the reform.
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Henrik Ibsen
Peer Gynt
Hubu
Norway
Bratlie
Ivar Aasen
Scandinavia
Germany
Russia
British Isles
Ibsen
Denmark
Sweden
Ths
Landmore
Christiania
Tower of Babel
United States
Francis Joseph
Austria
Hungary
Bohemia
Transylvania
Galicia
Austria-Hungary
Grand Duchy
St. Petersburg
Family debates humor in pesthouse tale and others
Oppman and his daughters quarrel over library selections with Julia defending cheerful reads. The pesthouse and old folks stories are described as funny by family members, though Oppman fears abuse of orphans and prefers lighter material.
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Oppman
Public Library
Julia Oppman
Violet Oppman
Mrs. Oppman
Boy Scout Ethic: Good Turns Daily for Honor of Scout
The Boy Scout of today should be chivalrous, manly, and gentlemanly. Each morning a good turn should be done before any self care, with small acts such as helping others or removing hazards. Scouts must learn lifesaving, rescue, and calm under danger while maintaining health through exercise, sleep, and exposure to open air.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scouts of America
Beginning New Year with Faith and Assurance in Christ
The sermon urges readers to trust Philippians 1 6 and 1 6, claiming Christ will complete the good work begun in believers. It outlines spiritual trials and triumphs, detailing sanctification by the Holy Spirit, hopeful perseverance, and the sinner’s invitation to faith, surrender, and obedience for eternal life.
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Jesus Christ
Christ
God
Heaven
Jacob
England
Doan's Kidney Pills Reassure Burdened Housewives
A health ad argues kidney disease hits both sexes and women with heavy house duties risk backache and drops in health. It cites Mrs. George Polson of Inkster Michigan who recovered after using Dean's Kidney Pills, reporting reduced swelling, headaches, and regained strength.
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Bright
Doan
Dean
George Polson
Inkster
Mich
Meee
Witty Y am aka Ta Jew Outwitted Guard With Glass Ruse
Aaron Seidentaft devised a sharp escape from a Russian border guard by hiding in a bag marked glass Mendel carried him across the border. The guard slashed the bag but Seidentaft remained silent and imitated glass breaking, earning safe passage into Russia.
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Aaron Seidentaft
Aaron
Russia
Mendel
Frontier Guard
Seidentaft
Steidentaft
New York Evening Post
Cure for Severe Eczema with Cuticura Soap and Ointment
S. L. Kilian of Seymour Missouri describes years of itching burning and sleepless nights due to eczema spreading from scalp to back. After trying remedies with no relief he reports that Cuticura Soap and Ointment cured him in two weeks. Free samples offered via Cuticura Boston.
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Seymour
S. L. Kilian
Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Youngest Boy Defends Study Hour in Caboose Remark
During study hour the youngest of four boys joked about having as many lessons as the others. His mother called the boys to observe study hour and the exchange continued with Walter warning the youngster to study or be sent back. The boy quips he is already in the caboose.
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Germany
Pozen
Schleswig
Holstein
Alsace
Lorraine
Russia
Belgium
Brussels
Greece
Great Britain
Joseph Chamberlain
Malta
Colonial Department
South Africa
Walter
Whipping Dispute Between Deacon and Pastor Over Child
A pastor visits a deacon who is whipping his fourteen year old son. The deacon argues for early training and soft hits, while the pastor counters that the blows were not soft. The deacon releases the boy after the rebuke.
Castoria Safety Reminder for Infants and Children
An admonition highlights using Castoria with the genuine signature of the maker, noting it has been in use for over 30 years. It urges caregivers to verify the product bears the proper sign and cautions about sought relief for children's ailments.
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Fletcher
Bride's 8000 guest wedding sparks humorous prep debate
A witty dialogue questions inviting eight thousand guests. The bride’s huge arrangement prompts jokes about logistics and even pickle forks as a symbol of excess in wedding planning.
Do You Ever Castigate Your Children
Excerpt shows a dialogue where a woman questions discipline while a husband defends his method saying he only wallops them. The scene contrasts perceptions of parenting and honesty in domestic life.
Dean's Mentholated Cough Drops Advert
Ad copy touts Deans Mentholated Cough Drops easing throat troubles with magic like relief for the up to date child and promises peaceful sleep for family travel in sleepers.
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Dean
Papa
Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children Ad
An old advertisement touts Mother Gray's Powder for feverishness, stomach teething disorders, and worm prevention. Claims gentle bowel regulation and kid appeal. Available at druggists for 25c with a free sample. Also includes a playful cartoon dialogue and a moral tone jab.
Forest fire origins study hints in mountain ranges
Cincinnati Enquirer summarizes the question of where forest fires start, suggesting mountains as a key area of focus and inviting readers to consider natural fire sources in rugged terrain.
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Paw
Willie
Cincinnati Enquirer
Business to Blame
A tele phone lineman is excused for using shocking language after a complaint that the fellow's behavior reflects poorly on the trade. The exchange hints at workplace tensions and a defense of rough speech as part of utility work culture.
Natural Choice Fight Theme Noted in Dinner Remark
Cincinnati Enquirer records Gabe-Dragley claiming he would rather fight than eat while Steve comments he once had dinner at his house. The casual exchange appears in a human interest snippet from the paper.
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Gabe—Dragley
Steve
Cincinnati Enquirer
Quips and Quips From The Times Of Cuba And Kansas City Star
A humor collage notes fashion oddities with pipe cleaner inspirations and remarks on reformers. It references Old Man Hardnut in Havana and a drinker preacher in a western church facing injunction while the Kansas City Star item frames the suit as pending.
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Hardnut
Havana
Damfino
Times of Cuba
Parison
Kansas City Star
Bohemian pupil quits school with birthday quip
In York Superintendent Maxwell recalls a Bohemian student named Yakubicka who, after piling his books and leaving class, declares at three o'clock exactly 14 years after his birth that he is now entitled to quit school. He bids classmates farewell, announcing a plan to pursue pantmakin.
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Maxwell
York
Yakubicka
Not a sentimental speech in moving pictures
Lieut John H Towers US Navy survived a 1600 foot fall into Chesapeake Bay last summer and later starred in Navy moving pictures. The Popular Magazine recounts his role as a young lover in a battle scene shot with 20000 dollars worth of powder and seven ships. He reportedly said I am starved while delivering a tender farewell in the scene.
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John H. Towers
United States Navy
Chesapeake Bay
Navy
Popular Magazine
Tonight's Lecture Explores The Dynamics Of Truth
A lecture tonight promises a broad talk on truth with a flexible scope. The speaker aims to cover varied aspects, inviting audience questions and engagement on philosophical themes.
Toothache Cure Promoted as Child Teething Aid
A vintage ad voice touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children claiming gum relief and pain reduction. It mixes medical harm warnings with marketing charm as it pivots to a humorous note on marriage aspirations amid playful dialogue.
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