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Newspaper
Baxter Springs News
Location
Baxter Springs, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1908
Page
7
Witty exchanges reveal social attitudes in a humor column. A scholar and a dense man trade quips on wealth and status while a boy, a widow, and a bachelor illustrate quirks of self perception and romance. The reflections sketch a satirical portrait of manners and relationships.
A series of pointed paragraphs satirizes gender roles and social norms. The voice lampoons male vanity and economic tension, noting how postcripts reflect women’s views, a dog fight outshines a circus for a boy, and a cyclone leaves rain behind. It also comments on wages, tailoring, honesty, and the appeal of steady men versus showy traits.
The Willis Wood theater presents Eugene Walter's Paid in Full On Oct 11 with a strong ensemble and a brisk, vivid portrayal of everyday American life The play previously ran five months at the Grand Opera House Chicago and is in its second New York season. the plot centers on a wife who threatens a breakfast revolver to defend her breadwinning independence.
The article argues tea gowns must be perfect in design and fit, offering strong beauty and comfort. It details two main styles: afternoon tea gowns with high collars and evening gowns with low decolletage, noting the importance of semi fitted lines, precise lining, and costly materials. Painted chiffons and chiffons, silks, lace, and trims are highlighted for warm weather and year round wear.
A black felt hat is described as stylish and durable for morning or business use. It may be trimmed in any shade velvet and wings. A green shade is suggested for those who prefer non black.
In hot water, the candle end is softened and pliable so it can be pressed into any candlestick. This handy trick remains useful for decorative purposes in the library and living room even if candles no longer light beds.
The manufactory is giving away a beautiful cook book valued at $5 to every lady reader. Write for it today as part of a Bee advertisement in this paper.
Perlis quotes a timid man fearing objects dropped from an air ship. The candid Inventor warns the real peril would be the airship itself possibly falling on people below, underscoring a practical risk over splintering fears.
Happy exchange shows Mrs Newlywed praising her husband and his good taste. An accompanying prompt invites readers to send to Jaques Manufacturing Company in Chicago for a free copy of Mrs Janet McKenzie Hill's new cookbook, advertised elsewhere in the paper.
Abrams argues they could live on half of current intake. Gormand counters that without consuming the other half, grocers and doctors would have no work. The exchange frames a humorous critique of appetite and commerce.
A brief exchange from the Boston Transcript notes relief that a church fire caused minimal disruption. Jim comments on damage and Bill agrees, joking that only one man loses work while drawing his pay.
Advertisement promotes a free Cook Book by Janet McKenzie Hill, sponsored by Jaques Manufacturing Company of Chicago, with directions to see the ad elsewhere in the paper. The notice emphasizes the gift for readers.
A dialogue between a wayward son and his father about allowances. The son urges allowances for youth follies, while the father retorts that without the allowance there would be less folly. The exchange highlights generational tension and differing views on guidance and reward.
A terse private exchange hints at an opportunistic angle as a magnate orders action and a distressed speaker proclaims a desire to slip into poverty, while words imply external pressure and fatal resignation within a vivid, enigmatic scene.
Advertises a free copy of Mrs Hill's Cook Book for every woman or girl reader and notes the promotion is from Jaques Manufacturing Company of Chicago with a reference to another advertisement in the paper.
A humorous exchange: one person offers a quarter for a lock of his sister’s hair, another suggests paying four bits to obtain more, claiming to know where she hangs it at night. The line reflects regional dialect and playful theft bravado in a Houston Post excerpt.
A brief Punch quip features a Major and Lady exchanging gallant lines. The Major, distracted, compliments the Lady while she lightly mocks age, highlighting a witty exchange on youth and charm in a humorous period voice.
Seand of K C Baking Powder Company invites readers to write for a free copy of a cookbook praised as a prize possession. The notice urges action today and promises a book readers will be proud to own.
A young playwright asks for a quicker curtain, and the hardnosed manager agrees to end the act half an hour sooner. The exchange highlights tension over pacing and control in theater production.
A Ruskin inspired message emphasizes work as a necessary calling that aids moral and personal growth, framing labor as a blessing rather than a burden and a means to reach one’s highest good. It argues that diligence aligns purpose with achievement and fulfillment.
Free to housekeepers. Don’t miss the $5 value cook book offered by Jaques Manufacturing Company. See ad elsewhere in this paper for details.
A concise look at tact as a timeless social skill. It discusses choosing words kindly to please others and fit any audience from the novice to the Dumblest Bolllean. Emphasizes practical guidance for thoughtful communication and harmonious interaction.
A romantic scene unfolds as Percy Hasbrooke draws Lotta Golde closer in a car ride. Lotta warns him that she has not interviewed her father yet. An ominous moan accompanies the speeding vehicle, while a grandmother questions why the baby appears happy as the nurse notes the child’s keen sense of smell.
Fragmentary classified style note cites Spohns distemper remedy and druggist names, advertising a treatment offer and a request for a free book. Incomplete text hints at sales copy and solicitation.
A compact ad piece features Lavater style quotation about fault and perfection and promotes Lange 2 oe. package ody 5 conte and a claim that a man can reach the swift class if on the down grade through a grocer's suggestion.
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