First taxi ride ends in wild scare in city
A female visitor enters a taxicab and the vehicle speeds off dangerously through busy streets. She yells for care while the driver quips that it’s his first time driving a taxi. No injuries reported.
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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1950
Page
8
Passenger and dog ride cross country train trip
A woman and her dog board a cross country train. The conductor confirms the dog may sit in a first class seat like other passengers as long as the animal keeps off the upholstery.
Neighbor Feud Over Early Morning Lawn Mischief
A quarrel between neighbors escalates from a mower oil prank to a sharp retort about nighttime singing. The incident centers on a can of oil sent at six in the morning and returned with a retort suggesting use on a wife at eleven at night. The exchange highlights ongoing tension and poor communication between the neighbors.
Sleep Talk Fracas Sparks Morning Row at Home
A husband dozes as his wife speaks softly. She wakes him angrily in a loud, wake up confrontation. He protests that a few words in sleep should be allowed.
Distilling Sea Water Limited to Coastal Cities
Distillation of sea water could become feasible in the future but would be available only to coastal cities. The expense of transportation and piping would remain prohibitive for inland regions.
Inoculations and repellents urged for tropical travel
A Cincinnati dermatologist advises vacationers heading to tropical or subtropical regions to obtain protective inoculations and learn effective insect repellents. The guidance emphasizes preparedness and personal protection amid travel risks.
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Spray for Flies Uses Lindane Recommended by USDA Scientists
USDA scientists recommended using lindane last summer to combat flies in farm dust, barns, and milk plants, presenting a new approach for controlling pests in agricultural settings.
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Medicine in Japan in the early 1940s medicine scene
Japan faces limited foreign medical literature as domestic progress grows under wartime restrictions. Government actions and scholar exchanges shape how Japanese practitioners access new techniques and knowledge amid isolation.
Ancient wedding superstition warns against wearing clothes
The text cites a long standing belief that wedding garments must be burned after the ceremony to ensure prosperity. It notes that worn clothes bring misfortune, while sources of water like streams and wells play a role in the lore.
Dairy Herds Watch for Mastitis in Late Winter
Dairy herds require vigilance for mastitis as winter wanes and calves approach. Child behavior improves when caregivers provide security affection and recognition, supporting healthy development.
First Dollar I Ever Stole Featured in Prisoner Exchange
The Warden divests a notorious inmate of pocket contents while inspecting items. A tarnished silver dollar draws a plea as the prisoner says it is the first dollar he ever stole, expressing sentimental attachment to the coin. The exchange unfolds with careful cataloging of belongings.
Train Stopper’s Wife Prompted Quick Escape
A terse exchange shows a traveler delaying boarding the train as his wife urged him to run ahead and hold the train. He quipped sarcastically asking which hold to use, the headlock or half-nelson, highlighting his humorous deflection.
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