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Newspaper
Cambridge City Tribune
Location
Cambridge City, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1918
Page
2
No Equal offers a large merchandise event described as a dramatic sale opening Saturday June 8 at 9 am. The notice promises refunds exchanges or money back if goods are unsatisfactory or not as represented and contrasts with sheriff in possession or fire sale language.
A 1918 era sale listing promotes wash skirts up to 34.50 value with discounts, noting silk skirts at 38.00 and 34.85 prices. It advertises spring and fall coats at 22.50, plus children's coats and dresses at reduced prices, and a range of middy blouses, urging shoppers to visit Saturday for best sizes.
Mr and Mrs Homer Farlow marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary last Friday at their home south of Richmond near Elkhorn church. About 200 guests visited during the day and the couple were greeted by city officials who presented a gold headed cane. The home was decorated with yellow and white flowers and refreshments featured a French basket of yellow roses. Dorcas Farrar of Indianapolis and Mrs Arthur Currie and Mrs Walter Farlow assisted in the dining room, with Mrs Frank Taylor, Mrs Nora Farlow and Mrs Charles Scripture of Indianapolis helping receive guests.
The passage notes that mothers bear most household tasks while daughters relax, leaving work to overburdened parents. It argues chores would be completed faster if each family member shared duties, highlighting an inefficient division of labor and the strain on the mother.
Obituary recounts Charles Beeson born 1853 near Bentonville Indiana. He spent life as farmer, stock breeder and community benefactor, married Luella Manlove, died May 26 1918 after long illness. Funeral at Bentonville Christian church conducted by Rev. McCormick.
The report notes a 92 degree high on May 29 with a week of no rain and light Sunday showers. It adds a wartime appeal urging investment in War Savings Stamps with Uncle Sam promising return of dollars plus 4 percent quarterly interest.
A curious ad describes a steel fiber suit and reinforced knickers with patent stitching visible inside. It touts durability for boys and advises bringing mother for judgment, implying a parental approval context.
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