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Newspaper
Coatesville Herald
Location
Coatesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1910
Page
4
A collage of gibes on aviation and fashion from Coatsville Indiana era humor columns. Jokes on airships, balloonists, hobble skirts, and airmail era quips mingle with taxes, deer hunts, and a Siamese king name. Residents mock trends and current events with satirical asides.
The Vail led AT&T purchase of Western Union spurs a public appraisal revealing a $13 million surplus cut to $5.1 million. Publicity and accuracy boost stock, signaling a new era in corporation finance and greater openness to shareholders and the public.
Quote from Ruskin on reform, timeliness, and philanthropy. It critiques modern philanthropy for passive care until decay becomes severe, then expends effort reviving the dead or reforming dust rather than proactive measures. The passage emphasizes timely action to prevent corruption and error.
An advertisement offers a free $3.50 recipe claimed to cure weak kidneys and bladder issues. It promises rapid relief from pain and urges readers to request the recipe by mail from Dr. A. E. Robinson in Detroit. Includes several other health notes and product pitches.
A humorous exchange reveals a misunderstanding about a son at college. Mrs Bunderby corrects that the young man is not a college student but a sycamore tree. The quip plays on a misheard question and a daughter’s name.
The Philadelphia Times reports at a Trenton avenue and Dauphin street police station discussion a joke about Old Pete Flood who once served as attendant in Franklin cemetery. His signature reply to inquiries was a booming, humorous line, I aint buried a living soul today.
A Practical guide to making breads and cereals with simple recipes. Directions cover corn bread Maryland biscuit cream scones hominy gems and tweaks for milk type and leavening. Each item includes ingredient lists proportions baking times and steps for shaping and baking.
Elizabeth Harrison praises those who uplift others by offering encouragement rather than criticism, highlighting the power of supportive actions in progress and leadership.
Practical guide highlights popular household devices for small families. Emphasizes time saving with vacuum cleaners washing machines and mangles. Mentions fireless cookers steam cookers zinc tables dustless dusters electric irons and other kitchen aids.
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