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Newspaper
Benson Signal
Location
Benson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1919
Page
12
A child is promised a drum and whistle after a change of plans as a mother prepares to stay. Old dry cells placed in hot coals produce colored flames for a brief display, a harmless gimmick with no cost. A kindergarten girl fears red hair may be contagious after sitting near a classmate.
An office worker complains that women in business often lack pencils and must borrow them. He argues women must adapt by adding a pencil pocket to clothing to improve efficiency in the work world. The piece closes with a quip about clever thinkers.
In the Kansas City Journal a witty exchange notes a character asking to see the opera’s book while another admits confusion. The brief item captures a light moment reflecting theater chatter and reader amusement.
A reflection on gender roles notes that women may appear physically fragile yet often hold surprising inner resolve and fortitude, challenging traditional assumptions about strength and leadership.
The War Department warns rumors of selling war automobiles trucks and even airplanes are false. It asserts no surplus materials will be released at bargain prices and that such actions would disrupt industry and harm ongoing war surplus management.
Paris will host the first aerial duel as soon as peace is signed. Corp. Leon Vaudecrane and Capt. Robert Schreiber, editors at rival papers, plan a pistol duel in a Nieuport plane with a Vickers gun. Seconds Madon and Babo align with Vaudecrane. Schreiber’s heir aims to settle the feud postwar.
The government plans to bring home Americas soldiers dead in France when conditions permit. Gregory works on a report with the French government to address legal aspects. Graves units in France will oversee burials and records, while Pershing notes about 5,500 missing yet unaccounted for in the casualty lists.
The 1918 loss of the U S S Cyclops, a 19000 ton naval collier, after leaving Rio de Janeiro for New York with 57 passengers 20 officers and a crew of 213 remains unsolved. No wreckage or signals were found despite exhaustive searches and the German admiralty offers no clues. Secretary Daniels notes the ship likely lies in the Port of Missing Ships and crew presumed lost at Davy Jones Locker.
The line suggests a reflection on August flower symbolism and the overpowering nature of love, which neutralizes most concerns except perhaps the head. This terse snippet reads as a metaphorical musing on affection and its effects on perception and judgment.
Sprinkle powder in the foot bath to ease sting from corns bunions and aching feet. Shake powder in shoes for frictionless wear and lasting comfort. Ideal for dancing parties and breaking in new shoes. Available from all dealers.
Readers learn a close stomach brain link with indigestion causing headaches nerves sleeplessness and low mood. The ad touts EATONIC tablets as a quick remedy for acid stomach belching heartburn and gas with a money back guarantee through druggists.
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