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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1917
Page
7
Clarence age nine stands his ground as Evangeline age eight accuses him of cowardice. He explains he did not smite a red haired boy to avoid his mother seeing him and avoid temptation.
A playful exchange reveals a prior denial of marriage prospects as one character reminds Jibbs of his claim to wed Miss Fluff. The conversation hints at social expectations and the humor of navigating romantic intentions.
Teachers doctors and food experts agree the child needs a hot drink that is not coffee Postum fills that need admirably Its extensive use among thoughtful parents and a child’s fondness for the nourishing drink show how well it meets the requirement.
A brief notice states there is no change in price quality or size of the package. The company confirms continued value and consistency for customers with no adjustments announced.
The umpire allowed the runner from second to score after the ball appeared to be retired at the plate. Rule 72 section 8 states two bases for balls going into stands or behind fences. The league president upheld the call and future umpires follow it.
Coach Jack Moakley of Cornell, marking his fifty third birthday, has spent eighteen years at Cornell and produced winning cross country squads. His teams have won 15 races and claimed the Intercollegiate track and field games seven times.
East players show interest as Pacific coast hockey magnates propose a league wide most valuable player award. The emblem would go to the player deemed most valuable by points earned during the season with a system modeled after major leagues. Competition is expected to be keen across the Northwest.
The piece argues reducing 25 cent seats at major league parks will anger fans especially youths and office workers who struggle to save two bits for a sunny game. A higher four dollar hit could become a real hardship.
The piece surveys sports culture from golf and boxing to baseball and football. It notes Harvard boxing during football season, mentions Bill Carrigan’s retirement aiding AL clubs, and jokes about umpires masking. It also references Swedish wrestlers and runners, Bill Morrisette’s pitching promise, and critiques of fighting and umpiring.
American League selections include Boston Jack Barry Chicago Clarence Rowland Detroit Hugh Jennings St Louis Fielder Jones New York Bill Donovan Cleveland Lee Fohl Washington Clark Griffith Philadelphia Connie Mack. National League choices list Brooklyn Wilbur Robinson Philadelphia Pat Moran Boston George Stallings New York John McGraw Chicago Fred Mitchell St Louis Miller Huggins Pittsburgh Jimmie Callahan Cincinnati Christy Mathewson.
Brooklyn manager Wilbert Robinson declares George Cutshaw will stay on the Dodgers roster despite criticism after the World Series. Robinson praises Cutshaw as steady infield talent who played 154 games and refused lineup changes, insisting he could depend on him during the race.
Following the British example the Dutch Olympic committee awards diplomas for general sport excellence. The ministry of marine will grant naval personnel a 100 guilder yearly bonus for obtaining the all around sport diploma.
Gilmour Dobie, famed Washington University football coach, repeats his ritual of announcing retirement after each season only to return for the next. His tenure spans about a decade with one team never beaten, and Washington remains reliant on his leadership.
William T. Johns of the Big Bay Side Yacht Club on Long Island reports 26 329 shots fired in the season and notes growing interest in trapshooting as a winter sport among clubs beyond gun clubs.
A reflection on the human chase for happiness noting that constant pursuit can dull daily joys and contentment, urging recognition of quiet pleasures often overlooked in pride.
A famous actress shares a recipe for gray hair darkening using bay rum glycerine and Barbo Compound mixed with water. The ad promises a non greasy non staining result that does not color the scalp and can be prepared at home or bought from a druggist.
Mr. Yoshida examined Manchuria trade for the Japanese government and notes Harbin as a business center. Goods take about a month to move from Osaka to Harbin by passenger train. Key exports from Harbin to European Russia include hosiery underwear shoe soles cotton textiles medicines fishing nets and insulated electric wire. North Manchuria trade grows with population rise and agricultural development.
An advertisement touts Knownlton's Danderine claiming dandruff and hair loss vanish within ten minutes of application. It promises new hair growth within weeks, improved scalp condition, and “grit, fluffy and wavy” hair with added lustre, urging readers to buy a 25 cent bottle.
A village minister complains about a misprint in the local paper while his wife asks what is wrong. He recalls preaching on steadfastness but notes the issue makes it read be ye there for breakfast, provoking amused chatter.
A drive is underway to convert unused New Orleans parcels into vegetable gardens. The effort aims to reclaim blighted spaces and provide fresh produce to residents. Local organizers seek community support and land access.
A letter from Mrs Allia B Timmons of Poplar Bluff Missouri praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for restoring health and enabling her to bear a child. The notice urges other women to seek advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Massachusetts, with confidential support offered.
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