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Newspaper
Buffalo Center Tribune
Location
Buffalo Center, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1926
Page
3
The article notes the Islamic prohibition on wine but not on hard liquors, arguing the Koran’s age limits and oriental casuistry. It describes a method where a Muslim avoids the first drop of wine by finger-dipping and prayers, then consumes the rest, illustrating practical compliance and loopholes.
Lum Dumm recalls a county seat shopping trip where a party chasing wild turkeys dragged a gun muzzle first through brush. A town man, unaware to have it loaded, did not get shot. the mishap became a humorous anecdote rather than a tragedy.
A 64 year old New Yorker carried a bedspring home when struck by a delivery truck. The spring broke the impact but pinched him under the vehicle. The driver could not stop and ran over him and the spring. He suffered only minor bruises and walked home after hospital treatment.
Jean Patou comments to a New York correspondent about a global vote on whether women should keep knee skirts and long sleeves. He jokes the outcome would favor those favoring the modest look.
A Boston Transcript fragment shows a husband driving with attention split by a loud exclamation about car lights and an impending stop. A cop is referenced as approaching, signaling a moment of tension and interruption during a road mishap.
A brief ad notes a mild laxative for the elderly that is gentle and easy on the system. It claims no griping or upset stomach and suggests a large 60 cent bottle available at stores selling medicine. It urges readers to seek justice for themselves.
Mrs Wobble Duck strains her ankle and fears a foot may come off while Runner Rabbit seeks help from Sir William Goat who acts as a local doctor. The goat reassures her and prescribes pond water baths, rest, and naps as she thanks him and offers greens as payment for services.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a mother asking a child about the Bible and creation. The text oddly references days of earth’s making and heaven, with garbled quotes suggesting a question about what happened on the seventh day and an arrest remark. The context is unclear.
A curious country boy witnesses a clown exit a tent and asks a fluttering question to his mother, then quips about love and marriage to the door keeper at the nearby picture show, reflecting a dash of rural charm and lighthearted whimsy.
A moral reflection on pH quality of courage and steady effort in life and work. The piece urges hearts of oak to endure labor and risk, join with confidence and self reliance, and persevere beyond failures to reach worthy aims. It extols steadfast resolve in guiding bold action.
Enfranchised Fannie argues true equality requires women to be able to prop their feet on desks without disrupting offices, a pointed remark on workplace norms and gender roles.
A hotel worker and an undercover reporter discuss spirit medium claims, noting dissatisfaction with mediums and shifts in belief. The interview touches on spirits, family ancestors, and radio age progress, with diverse perspectives and unnamed persons quoted.
The fragmentary text hints at a humorous party scene with characters named Routier and Spittte Gadly, a gambler Todtter, and Tiggery. It suggests a conversation about health, luck, and stock performance, ending with an invitation around by George Matthew Adams.
A highly garbled OCR fragment presents scattered phrases about sorrow joy summer sunset a path seagulls a mountain and blue skies. It lacks coherent narrative, names, places, or dates, offering only disjointed lines and possible refrains.
Fragmentary note discusses personal ideas on child development and the concept of forming one’s own path. Mentions writing one’s own ideas and developing individuality within a global context.
The text outlines a light summer menu focusing on juicy fruits and fresh vegetables, with cold meats, puddings, and pastries. It notes that fruit salads and fruit drinks are popular starters and that lunches or suppers can include a slice of cake with a wholesome tea.
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