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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1912
Page
7
A Chicago Tribune writer describes building a two story doll house from an egg box with wood between sections. Materials included velvet for carpets mica windows wallpaper lace calico and cardboard chairs totaling 79 cents.
A reader describes a guessing game where players name U S cities by narrowing from east to west until the target city is identified. The method relies on visualizing the map to gauge distance and direction.
A collection of curious claims covers Russia’s low doctor count among civilized nations, vast sea populations, strange brewings from maidenhair fern, cotton yielding far more bread than expected, ancient thimbles at Herculaneum, and diamond scales so precise an eyelash can tip them.
James Whitcomb Riley was a guest at George Ade's western Indiana farm. The chauffeur sped off to Brook in a panic after Riley asked about chewing tobacco, returning with a dollar's worth of tobacco after a brief, silent exchange.
The tale of Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree’s comic press rehearsal at His Majesty's Theatre ends with a witty exchange. A weary actor fails to save his voice and earns a raise after Tree compliments the comeback remark.
Wiliam T. Stead tells of an Irishman Pat hired to act by combinations. When asked to fetch a doctor his delay yields “the doctor, the priest and the undertaker” as his all in one delivery.
A practical guide for climbing tall trees using towels or kerchiefs as loops. It explains foot loops, grip technique, and steps to ascend safely. The piece notes practice before entering risky areas and suggests carrying a towel or sack for emergencies.
A boy named Tom performs a clever napkin trick to hide nuts and raisins. Bridget delays delivery claiming the groceries are missing, while Tom swaps napkins to reveal a full dish, impressing his diners with a homemade sleight of hand.
A collection of humorous riddle style questions with punny answers. Entries include why a spider seems winged, the letter A resembling noon, a pig and parlor pun, and a sidewalk versus trolley car price difference.
Indianapolis reports the mysterious crime ending the brilliant career of Dr Helen Knabe. The article chronicles her rise from a German peasant to a renowned physician, overcoming poverty and language barriers before a tragic and untimely end.
The text chronicles a German-pochahontas nurse born in Indianapolis who saved to attend Indiana Medical College. She rose to instructor in bacteriology and pathology before graduating in 1904 at age 28. She held roles at state health labs, private practice, and the Indiana Veterinary College faculty, signaling a trailblazing medical career.
A New York state farmer claims luck after a series of three car impacts while clutching a horseshoe. He was repeatedly struck but unhurt, with no broken bones, and lay unconscious for an hour in a field before recovering. He tied the horseshoe over his parlor door.
A large game rooster owned by William Reachard of North Codorus Township draws attention for its skills in eradicating rats and mice. The animal patrols cornfields for hours, stalking rodents until it chases them from fodder shocks and kills them by shaking, in every observed instance.
Mrs Lena M Richards 33, six feet tall, weighed 500 pounds and died at her home in Baltimore. A special casket was built for burial and services were held on the lawn since the house could not contain the casket. She had been confined to the house for three years and gradually worsened in weight.
A health note urges quick action on indigestion warning that a weakened foundation of health leads to collapse. Take Dr King’s New Life Pills to tone the stomach regulate liver kidneys and bowels. Pleasant easy safe and only 25 cents at Irvin and Willard’s.
A short Stray Stories exchange centers on a boy recalling a money encounter. Sandy Pike tells his mother about narrowly missing a prize bulldog while racing a fence, illustrating a humorous, luck driven moment about fortune.
A Chicago Post quote contrasts being truly great with seeming great. It suggests that true greatness may remain unknown while being smart allows one to influence others’ perceptions and appear great.
One hundred dollar reward offered for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsed by Walding Kinnan Marvin and wholesale druggists of Toledo. Cure taken internally. advertises testimonials, price 75 cents per bottle, Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The fragment recounts Jack and Jill and their hill trip with Jack crying out in pain and Jill offering water as a soothing response. The text ends noting it comes from the Chicago Tribune juvenile chronicle.
Advertises Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children as a remedy for feverishness bad stomach teething disorders and worms. Claims 22 years of use by mothers and effectiveness. Free sample offered and address Ro. 8 Ounsted Le Kay NY.
In a May speech to the House Hon. Frank Buchanan of Illinois defends a new member's right to the floor. He notes that new members have equal access and recounts two prior unsuccessful attempts to speak.
A St Louis doctor claims to test skull fractures by tickling the ankle half an inch above the sole. If the big toe turns upward and other toes flare, the skull is fractured. if toes turn downward and close, the skull is intact. The Republican office for job work.
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