Rain and justice collide in umbrella theft quip
A Seattle Tribune item quips that rain hits the just and unjust alike but the unjust often purloins the just man’s umbrella.
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Seattle Tribune
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Newspaper
Barstow Printer
Location
Barstow, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1927
Page
6
Bromo Quinine Tablets Claim Cold Cure for Headache
An advertisement touts Bromo Quinine tablets as a cure for headaches caused by slight colds. It notes the box bears the signature of E. W. Grove and prices the product at 30 cents.
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E. W. Grove
Hill
Practical Solution Solved With Simple At Home Tricks
Mrs A I and Mrs B share a household exchange about relief methods. A long night of attempting to solve a common help problem ends with both women reporting practice and small improvised remedies using towels. The lighthearted dialogue captures practical everyday problem solving and mutual support.
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Mrs. A
Mrs. B
On Her Fortieth Birthday In Lucia's Quiet Crisis
Lucia Ware marks her fortieth birthday and fears aging as she debates hair bobbing and love. Her brother Tom teases a marriage with Helen Pine while Herbert Pennoyer quietly courts her, revealing his long-standing affection. Lucia confronts fear, independence, and unexpected romance in a delicate social study.
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Ucia Ware
June Hoyt
Lucia
Beautie
Alice Cook
Alice
Jane
Ben
Tom
Helen Pine
Herbert Pennoyer
Marcel
Herbert
Pennoyer
Public Men Compared With Past Public Men
Hergesheimer writes that today’s public figures lost individuality and courage, being shaped by forces that now dominate events. He contrasts Jackson era leaders with modern politicians, noting distinctive dress and bold convictions, yet acknowledges enduring faults and the rise of a servant class rather than masters.
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Washington
Andrew Jackson
Joseph Hergesheimer
Saturday Evening Post
Thomas Jefferson
John Randolph
Roanoke
Senate
Colonel Benton
John Marshall
Samuel Houston
David Crockett
Jackson
Autobiographical Works on Women Provoke Debate
A remark from American Magazine labels autobiographical writing about women as the most interesting yet unreliable form, arguing that it is inherently biased since it blends fact with fiction. The quote notes autobiography is nearly one percent fiction, highlighting skepticism about self-reported accounts.
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American Magazine
Astor House Purchase Tale A Dollar Deed Plot
A family anecdote recounts John Jacob Astor viewing his Astor house around 1830 with his son William who wished for it. The father jokes that a dollar would grant the property, prompting them to visit a lawyer to prepare the deed.
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John Jacob Astor
Astor House
William
Looked Immense Miss Stont Angrily Confronts George
A fragmentary exchange shows Miss Stont furious with George for returning, asking how she appears. He replies in a clipped remark, "im mense," suggesting insult or miscommunication amid the tense moment.
Compulsory Jazz Rent Blues
A reflective note from Compulsory Jazz on life and art. The poet’s line Life is real Life is earnest appears beside a wry claim that joy can surface even as rent deadlines loom.
Hornung Critique and Connection to Holmes
E W Hornung, brother in law of Conan Doyle and famed wit, remarked on a sprinter’s error when shown a record for 100 yards under ten seconds. He also quipped Holmes bests any police, noting Holmes could be more humble.
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E. W. Hornung
Conan Doyle
Hornung
Sherlock Holmes
Different Take on Debts Over a Golf Bet
A witty exchange cites a man insisting everyone should pay debts, while another notes the dispute arose from a golf bet. The humorous contrast highlights a clash between duty and gambling banter in casual talk.
Easy Job Oh Hero of the Passing Day
A cheerful greeting pieces together a light moment as someone named Easy Job is celebrated for a simple, friendly welcome. The tone mirrors a local page card with warm, courteous language emphasizing sociable politeness and meeting someone new.
Four Aces Ended Red Ike’s Run at Windy Gulch Death
In Windy Gulch tales, Red Ike died a month ago after a strange tale of cards. He reportedly dealt himself four aces in a fatal moment under cloudy circumstances.
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Red Ike
Passenger Chooses Trunk Line After Ticket Agent Debate
A passenger tests service options by noting the branch line is insufficient and requesting a trunk line instead. The woman thanks the agent and says she must locate the main line, indicating multiple trunks in her possession.
Would you be willing to marry a title
Miss Cayenne responds Yes but she has always disliked a man who accompanied the title in past chances.
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Miss Cayenne
Wouldn't Be Necessary Dale-What would you say if I kiss you
Gloria and Dale share a flirtatious exchange about kissing. Gloria suggests a kiss of the kind she has in mind would leave no time for words. The line hints at romantic attraction without explicit action.
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Permo
Dale
Gloria
Kidneys Action Advised With Jad Salts Remedy
A medical notice explains aching back and dull kidney pain signal excess acids from food. It warns sluggish kidneys cause headaches, dizziness, sour stomach, rheumatic pains, and nocturnal urination. It prescribes Jad Salts with water for several days, plus ample soft water.
Couldn't Lose The Judge Reeve Card Talent Quote
The late Judge Reeve attributed many misdemeanors to lack of will power, saying circumstances govern most cases and people resist temptation by avoiding it. He quipped about an inveterate card player who claimed luck, noting he could not get into a game for nine months.
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Reeve
Good Start Diner Waiter Delivers First Bill Prank
A passing show reports a young waiter at Good Start Diner showing pride as head waiter notes he miscalculated his first bill. The moment captures a light, humorous scene at the dining house.
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