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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1909
Page
6
An elderly gentleman voices calm indifference to nightly burglaries as neighbors discuss a series of break-ins. The group notes thieves pass through dining rooms and windows, waking residents and prompting nervous chatter at a quiet social gathering.
A Collier's Weekly inspired piece humorously explains the giraffe’s long neck as an adaptation to reach food and ticks, noting its height and neck-to-stomach distance. It mixes humorous exaggeration with odd facts about appearance and behavior, mentioning wartime anecdotes and imaginary traits for contrast.
Chinese wood oil is pressed from the nut and varies in color by extraction. It makes a durable lacquer and dries faster in damp weather. The nut residue serves as fertilizer and destroys root-feeding insects. An Elphinstone miner jokes about penknife throat relief and murder prose. The British Museum once limited visit time and attendance. A light joke exchanges about a man who always says the right thing. Father explains wrinkles as fretwork.
An aggressive ad touts Cole's Hot Blast stoves as superior through decades of use. It claims annual production of 60,000 units, nationwide reach, and bold guarantees on fuel reduction, heat stability, and efficiency across coal types. It urges readers to inspect the product at the Chicago factory.
Mike Mayer promotes Dr Shoop Health Coffee a substitute for real coffee. The ad touts toasted grains and nuts blended for a satisfying flavor and claims quick preparation in under a minute. It asserts Dr Shoop created a genuine coffee substitute sold by all grocers.
A century of study concludes animals lack genuine reasoning. The contention, attributed to E. T. Breweter in McClure's, states that only humans cross from reasoning to other mental processes, while even the wisest animals stay near the border.
The piece warns that bluffing women or threats fail as moral tests. It argues bondage of habit is a fierce master and urges self control. It cites New Zealand wealth at 1,480 dollars per person as among the world’s highest.
A lighthearted Chicago News item notes women judge smart gowns by price, saying many consider a gown smart if it costs at least a cent more than a neighbor’s. It reflects playful social shopping norms of the era.
A witty Puck remark notes many aspirants view themselves as conquerors like Alexander but are merely clever, not heroic, in ambition.
A humorous exchange centers on a theft of a small book. The thief boasts of stealing a leather covered edition with gilt edges, while the other character mockingly questions why only a portion of scripture was taken and not the entire Bible.
Lillian Whiting states that happiness belongs to those who strive to fulfill their highest spiritual potential daily. She argues individuals owe themselves and society to maintain courteous, ethical conduct consistently rather than sporadically.
The quote notes that a person who adapts to changing circumstances quickly finds those circumstances no longer create discomfort or opposition. It emphasizes flexibility as a practical strength.
A proverb notes that outward living like a lord does not provegentleness, as a man may hide harsh intent beneath a polished surface. The writer warns against judging character by status or wealth alone.
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