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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1907
Page
8
A compressed comic exchange features McGinnity the fairest maid and Nemes Patrick McGann, a rich affinity suitor, with jokes about Otto’s bills. The Washington Star stray lines segue into playful quips about debt and inheritance.
In a humorous retelling, the Greek commander circled Troy seeking a weakness when his automobile got stuck in mud. Trojans mocked him from the wall as he sought aid, prompting him to construct large wooden horses, a pivotal move in legend.
A collage of brief jokes and cartoon captions from several periodicals. It catalogs quips about domestic life, manners, and social conduct with playful exchanges, name checks, and light satire. Clear names include Punch and Washington Star style quips, with references to Arch ie redhead and a twin set.
A fragment from the Catholic Standard and Times notes misfortune tests resolve. It quotes a pulsed youth remark that truth remains hard to tell despite effort and hints at turning away from discouragement.
A Washington attorney and a Canadian resident endorse Peruna as a tonic and remedy for catarrhal disorders and general debility. Testimonials describe relief from pneumonia and recovery for a typist, with notes on tablet forms as convenient solid doses.
A Spokane reader asked Washington State Experiment Station staff about growing and cutting wheat with a combined machine. Director Thatcher replies on ripening effects on starch and gluten, berry plumpness, color change, grain uniformity, and relative weed seed spread versus old methods.
Sentry demands the captain produce oral permission while Rules cites a tricky motto. The dialogue shows a tension between compliance and challenge, with Betry and Boldler arguing over authorization and the phrasing of a permission.
A home made mixture of Dandelion Fluid Extract, Compound Karyon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla is claimed to relieve kidney and bladder troubles and even Rheumatism by cleansing uric acid from blood. A physician endorses the harmless ingredients and a London hat shop note follows with Liv eried footmen serving tea and cakes.
Chehalis county plans bold water power expansion as Elma Light and Power builds a dam on Clogwal lum creek three miles northeast of Elma. The project aims to back water several miles and power the town with a modern water wheel funded by a town franchise. fuel savings estimated at about $200 monthly.
In a courtroom exchange a lawyer asks the time and the prisoner jokes he cannot answer until after the trial. The scene highlights the tense moment after sentencing and the gap between court and procedure. The dialogue suggests delay and awaiting further action following the judgment.
New York District Attorney Jerome pleads guilty to three unusual weaknesses including candy eating cooking strange dishes and making furniture. The article notes the quirky admission and its impact on his public image.
Auziery quotes a frightened young ewe fearfully crying she has not received any offers yet and fears becoming an old maid as she nears five years in a rural setting.
An automobilist complains a mask does not cover his face, urging a change but the clerk says it is the standard item. He worries the people he ran over may recognize him, noting the risk of identification.
A fragmented ad column warns readers about dubious remedies and exaggerated health claims. It mentions a $100 reward and cites Cheney & Co of Toledo selling a supposed cure all. The text also contains a gun joke exchange about range and mis-marked sights.
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