Blame Yourself to Succeed Says John Blake
John Blake argues that blaming others undermines success and that self criticism and high standards drive achievement. He cites Wright brothers and Shakespeare as examples of taking responsibility for failures and pushing toward better work despite competition.
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John Blake
Path to leadership through effort and self-mastery
The piece urges personal growth before taking on responsibility. It warns that rising leaders must possess discipline, patience, and a respect for law and authority, overcoming ignorance, pride, obstinacy, and selfishness to join the ranks of world leaders.
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McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Little Hop-Skipper Creeps Into My Arms
A bustling morning follows by a child’s bedtime reunion. The lively Hop-Skipper roams the garden and orchard aiding animals and savoring scents until twilight and a loving embrace conclude the day.
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McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Apple Tea and Water Health Musing From 1923 Western Feed
A diet note promotes apple tea made from sliced apple and hot water plus fruit juices as a refreshing beverage. It urges drinking two to three quarts of water daily with meals to ease sciatica constipation and other ills. It also mentions ginger and cloves for a spiced version and punch base. A short reminiscence about a high school pupil who sent pencils via his father appears in the Chicago Journ.
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Chicago
Men You May Marry by E R Peyser
A comic column outlines a perfect spouse as a man who shares debates but not beliefs. He is well presented, thoughtful, and enjoys lively discussions without causing disgust. The piece satirically advises preserving individuality in marriage and dismisses politics art and religion as deal breakers.
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McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Lesson material from P B Fitzwater at Moody Bible Institute
A reprint of a 1923 Sunday School lesson by Rev P B Fitzwater teacher of English Bible at Moody Bible Institute Chicago published by Western Newspaper Union. It presents instructional Christian content for weekly study with commentary and biblical references.
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Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
The Man Who Was Not Afraid Lesson Text
Nehemiah rises from cupbearer to leader to rebuild Jerusalem walls amid opposition. He surveys at night, organizes labor by guild, and faces scoffing, plots, greed, and threats. The wall is finished in 52 days, proving faith and prudent action against enemies.
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Jerusalem
Shallum
Sanballat
Tobiah
God
Greatness in Patience by Orville Dewey
A reflective meditation on patience as daily greatness beyond battle or ritual. The author champions even temper and gentle patience with self and others as superior virtues in everyday life.
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Orville Dewey
Alphabet crackers order ends in sentence joke
A shopper in a grocery store asks for alphabet crackers to spell sentences for her children and humorously requests oyster crackers for periods, prompting a lighthearted exchange with the clerk.
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Bostop
Old sayings and social quirks echo in modern times
A collection of pithy maxims on gender roles progress and daily life. The speaker muses on women’s past limits, gas cars, Russia, writing, athletics for girls, work hours, customs, peace deals, adversity, and household habits with a mix of humor and critique.
Confession Story From Bandar Abbas Air Visit
Sir Percy Sykes recalls a tale at the British Royal Geographical Society about Bandar Abbas natives panicking at a passing airplane. They believed the Day of Judgment had arrived and confessed sins loudly, including past cheating. After the plane landed harmlessly, they convened a meeting to swear their statements were privileged.
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India
Cuticura Talcum Powder Promotes Fresh Skin Care
Ad promotes Cuticura Talcum Powder as an antiseptic fragrant economical powder for face skin baby and dusting use. Presents as part of the Cuticura Toilet Trio with Soap Ointment and Talcum and claims superior perfume.
MIT scientists measure bending at one ten millionth inch
Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers develop a highly sensitive measurement system that detects shaft bending under finger pressure, registering deviations as small as one ten millionth of an inch. The test demonstrates that even slight pressure bends solid steel and that minute bending can be captured accurately.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Columbus Dispatch
Red Cross Ball Blue ad for housewares use
Advertisement promotes Red Cross Ball Blue for housekeeping needs. Claims effectiveness on kitchen towels table linen sheets and pillowcases.
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Department of Housekeeping
Charity Contradiction Seen In Donor Advertisements
A brief note highlights men who give with one hand while advertising the gift with the other. The item notes a tension between generosity and self-promotion in public campaigns.
Mystery Clock Stopper Knocks Sleep From Witnesses
A tale from the Richmond Times Dispatch features Harold and Mabel in a tense exchange over a clock that allegedly struck twice. Harold admits stopping the clock to avoid waking Mabel, prompting intrigue about what happened late at night.
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Mabel
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Her Reason for Spinsterhood
Eleanor is asked if she plans to marry but replies that men prefer women without brains. The brief vignette, from Life magazine, notes the social pressure on educated women and the choice of remaining single as a form of independence.
Contentment with Jot? Buy Bone Dust for Grass Growth
A curious ad-like line offers bone dust as a remedy to improve lawn vigor. It frames contentment with a product as a solution for healthier grass growth.
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