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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1920
Page
6
Lucerne, scene of allied conferences, is praised as a precious Swiss jewel on its lake. The article recalls William Tell, the perpetual Jenague, the Lion of Lucerne, and Valois era memorials, plus medieval fire regulations and cave-dwelling Troglodytes, linking history to the city’s enduring character.
A National Geographic Society note by J R Sitlington Sterrett describes Cappadocian Troglodytes living in natural cone and cliff homes carved by streams and volcanic activity. Despite proximity to ancient civilizations, they maintain a stone age outlook, with no concern for housing or politics.
The piece describes temple cities in Japan drawing many pilgrims and Americans seeking blessings with offerings to priests. It highlights the simple pilgrim attire and gear, the lotus bloom sound at Nikko, and Kyoto’s artistry and imperial sights including the mikado’s palace, a vast lake, and ancient pines.
William Joseph Showalter writes to National Geographic describing Cuba's sugar industry. Production nearly doubled since 1912 and prices quadrupled, turning the island into a global sugar kingpin. The cane crop is vast, with imagery comparing the volume to a globe-spanning bull team parade and a wall around Cuba's 2,000 mile coastline.
The article extols Cuba's sugar harvests claiming the output could rival two pyramids and fund immense fleets from Havana to New York. It notes high per capita wealth from a single crop and describes prolonged planting cycles with fertile soil producing ten harvests per planting.
William H. Yall to the National Geographic Society outlines Turkey as five provinces Anatolia Armenia Kurdistan Mesopotamia and Syria. He notes vast untapped resources coal iron copper marble and waterways with potential for modern development and trade center status despite wartime losses and shifting European boundaries.
A Detroit News London correspondent reports a big US bird shipment at the zoological gardens with parrots showing an unmistakable American accent. Cockatoos request clam oysters on a half shell and peanuts while a green parrot nearby mimics California.
A pupil notes first impression of Miss Albright as bright and capable, predicting she will elevate the class or reveal the reason why. The remark frames a hopeful start to the school year and the teacher's expected influence.
Terence MacSwiney lord mayor of Cork died in Brixton prison from heart failure after a hunger strike that began August 12. He was imprisoned for sedition, elected Sinn Fein member from Cork to the British Parliament in 1918 but never seated.
New York reports that Jack Dempsey and Georges Carpentier will fight for the world heavyweight championship between February 1 and July 4, 1921. The match pits Dempsey, champion, against Carpentier, reigning champion of Byrone, with date to be set in this period.
Athens October 28 reports the throne of Greece becomes available after King Alexander dies from infection caused by a pet monkey bite. The crown is offered to Prince Paul, third son of former King Constantine.
Iowa reports detail bank robbers escaping with 3000 dollars from Citizens State Bank Silver City. W C Wiseman captured after a Woodbury county jail escape. Others note petty thefts, drownings, fatalities, farm flood, and a large Eldora picnic. Local court cases include John McCormick jailed for murder over marriage refusal.
Thousands of women suffer kidney and bladder trouble and many misread symptoms as general illness. Dr Kilmer Swamp Root claims to restore kidney health and ease back pain headaches and nervousness. Sample bottles offered by mail and full bottles sold at drug stores.
The passage criticizes repeated misquotations of scripture and notes odd attributions. It recalls a humorous anecdote about a shopper misnaming a street address Pocahontas avenue and urges better biblical literacy in public references.
Advertises Diamond Dyes as easy to use with simple directions for dyeing wool silk linen cotton and blends. Claims guaranteed perfect results and urges purchase from a druggist with a Diamond Dyes Color Card offering 16 colors.
Two country women argue about thrift as one boasted a twenty year old marriage purse still sound. The other boasted a hushana named John, noting she has had four husbands, challenging thrift preaching amid the playful exchange from Stray Stories.
A Lady of Distinction is praised for her refined look aided by perfume and Cuticura products. A cleansing bath with Cuticura Soap and hot water followed by Cuticura Talcum powder results in clear, sweet, healthy skin.
A Boston Transcript excerpt recalls Stephen Crane criticizing a censor during the Greco Turkish war. Crane mocked the euphemism and suggested the censor say the indomitable Turks changed front and advanced.
Catarrh described as a local disease influenced by constitutional conditions. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is promoted as a tonic and blood purifier that cleanses the blood and builds up the system to restore normal conditions and aid Nature. Circulars free from KFJ Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
Miss Thomas wore a rose pink organdy dress with matching hat and carried an armful of pink gladiators, described in a vivid contemporary society note from the Boston Transcript.
A passerby questions whether a dog is truly pedigreed, while noting no one has attempted to steal the animal yet. The exchange hints at concerns over breed authenticity and possible ownership disputes in a calm neighborhood scene.
Fragmentary OCR reads a poet line about true love and a lover replying “That’s easy, Her father” with missing context and attribution.
The advertisement promotes Cole’s Carboli salve claiming rapid relief from burns and cuts with no scars. It notes a 30c price and offers free samples by writing The W. Cole Co. in Rockford Illinois.
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