Personal Notices and Local Inquiries of St Louis Visitors
W. Veiths of St Louis and R Griffin of Kansas City are in the city on business. F Cawthorn of Waverly and J F O’Brian of Kansas City also in town on business. Marinello Shop seeks a girl, phone 206. George Cooper of Boonville visiting friends. F R Hall of Excelsior Springs in the city on business. Mrs Paul Shallenberger seeks a girl for general house work, phone 666. Jas Houchin of St Louis spending days with family. Harry Brunner of St Louis visiting Ben H Linhardt family. L Gray left for Kansas City to visit relatives. Capitol cigar stand seeks a girl helper, phone 1196 Green. Rube Armstrong hurt Christmas day back at work today. Spitting on floors punishable by arrest and fine, Cole Co Anti Tuberculosis Society. Grace and Georgia Hott returned from California. Governor Gardner appoints Clyde A Vandervoort presiding judge.
Reopening of Café Teria at New Central Hotel
The New Central Hotel Co announces the reopening of the Cafeteria on Wednesday noon December 29 open daily from 6 am to 8 pm. Sergeant Ed Cahill state adjutant of the American Legion will arrive tomorrow night to attend the Military ball at the Mansion on New Year’s night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Central Hotel Co
Ed. Cahill
State
The
Américan : ‘Legion
40 acre farm sale under timber balance
40 acre tract for sale at 600 dollars. 25 acres in cultivation with balance in timber. For particulars call C. G. Hammond. Advertisement dated December 29.
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CG G. ‘Hammond
Art of Staining Glass Through the Ages
Fifty years ago the old secret of staining glass declined, but current efforts have revived the craft. Modern glass painters now offer more than 6,000 pigments, a vast expansion from the twelve colors known in the twelfth century, the golden age of glass staining.
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Cii
Dream Snakes Portend Luck or Loss in Folklore
The text explains dream meanings for snakes: black snakes imply disease, green snakes signal good omen for farmers but financial losses for others, rattlesnakes indicate a deceitful friend seeking to ruin reputation, and fighting snakes suggests outwitting enemies and succeeding in ventures.
Invention and Choice of Subject in Painting
A concise aphorism by Sir Joshua Reynolds on how painting derives its subject. He argues invention does not create the subject, which poets or historians typically supply, and that true choice lies in a universally compelling action or object that awakens sympathy.
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Sir Joshua Reynolds
Early Greeks Linking Gymnastics to Moral Training
The Greeks early asserted that physical training and gymnastics foster a sound mind in a sound body. They integrated moral training into the gymnasia to shape youth through disciplined physical work and education.
Heartless Rector Helps City Daughter Redress Family Strain
Reverend David Carstone visits Constance Mather to urge responsibility. Constance reveals her mother’s loneliness and a failed income, explaining she moved to the city to study stenography and support them. He offers a path back by becoming her employer and partner, and the pair reconcile as time passes.
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David Carstone
Tamr
Constance
Mallory
Mathee
Shane
Constante Mathér
Connie
David
David" Carstone
Ming
Carstone
Population growth and restraint in 1834 debate
The 1834 discussion argues that population tends to multiply and that poverty and suffering are inevitable. It asserts prudential restraint can check population growth, linking poverty to social vice or other causes of hardship. The source emphasizes a belief in limited resources and moral checks.
Dressing for an Earthquake Tale of a Well Dressed Guest
An old anecdote from California earthquakes recalls a woman who slept through the tremor and emerged in a fur cloak and suede gloves. She describes the ceiling cracking and being tossed from bed, yet noting she was the best dressed present among the guests.
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California
Boston ‘Transcript
Religious Competition and Church Rivalry Quoted
Dr. Lyman P Powell cites examples of petty sect bitterness as a visitor notes four churches in a town none well supported. A pillar of one poor dying church asks about others. The quip: “How’s your church?” “Very well, but thank the Lord, the others are not doing any better.” The Christian Register Boston reports.
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Lyman P.powell
Christian “Register
Boston
Men of Many Metals and the Gilded Self
A reflective essay compares people to metals and gilt. It argues some are rusted by harsh manners while others show a polished surface that hides base metal beneath. The more life rubs the outer shine, the brighter the core may appear.
Not Numerous Quiet Life and The Allure of Fame
A fragmented reflection on seclusion and the lure of prominence. The piece questions happiness where the husband remains tied to his car theft risk, the wife to domestic roles, and children kept from illness, noting vivid contrasts in early 20th century Ohio life and society.
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Ohio State. Journal
Vast Indian timber wealth hints at Burma lumber dominance
The piece describes India as a vast timber wealth, about half the size of the United States, with untold timber riches concentrated in Burma. It notes that in most of the East, lumber is still hand-sawed from felled trees, unlike Burma which houses the only operating mills.
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India
United ‘States
Burma
Polishing Varnished Wood Floors And Furniture
Polish a varnished floor by rubbing with equal parts of beeswax and turpentine. Another method uses equal parts olive oil and turpentine. dampen a cloth, rub the wood hard, then buff with a dry cloth. Also suitable for black walnut furniture and sewing machines.
Seven Seas Common Phrase Explains Global Water Area
The term is used as a figure of speech by writers to reference the world’s total water area. It includes the North and South Atlantic, Arctic, Antarctic, Indian, and Pacific oceans, divided into north and south Pacific.
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Seven Seas
Globe
North Atlantic
South Atlantic
Arctic
Antarctic
Indian
Pacific
Largest U.S. National Parks by Area
The text lists Yellowstone in Wyoming and Montana as the largest, spanning 3,348 square miles, followed by Yosemite in California with 1,125 square miles and Glacier in northwestern Montana with 1,534 square miles.
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United States
Yellowstone
Wyoming
Montana
Yosemite
California
Glacier
Eyebrow Traits Describe Temperament and Vitality
Eyebrows reveal temperament and vitality patterns. Thin brows indicate lacking vigor, thick brows suggest enduring energy. High arches signal sensitivity, and the typical eyebrow blends black and red tones as a notable feature.
India’s Many Plants in Global Flora Richness
A historical note highlights India’s vast plant diversity with about 1,500 native species, claiming roughly 50 percent more flora than Europe. It frames India as having perhaps the world’s greatest plant variety.
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India
Europe
We’ll Say 1 ts Our idea of a tough situation
A fragment from the Philadelphia Inquirer notes a cheeky line about a fellow getting a kiss, followed by a quirky image of shaving a sneeze and beating him. The text reads as a clipped, slang filled remark from an old column or item.
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Philadelphia
Inquirer
Softens Paint Brushes in Vinegar Simmer Method
A historic home remedy describes softening dry paint brushes by placing them in vinegar and letting them simmer for ten minutes, then washing with soap and water to restore usability.
Times Have Change Celebrations Among Early Christians
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss how celebrations such as birthdays and anniversaries were once frowned upon by early Christians but later became customary as times changed.
Song titled I mmortetles grows in France for graves
A musical work named I mmortetles gains popularity in France for its use in memorials decorating soldiers' graves. The piece, linked to commemorations, spreads through public performances and veteran circles.
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France
Nave
Art of Die Making Traced to Ancient Greece
Fragments indicate that die making and coinage existed in Greece by 806 BC. The discovery suggests a long tradition of metalworking and minting, reflecting early artistry and technical skill in producing coins used for trade and communication.
Paper producers plan joint output rise in 1920
Ottawa estimates indicate Norway Finland and Sweden, major newsprint suppliers, will increase production in a combined effort. About 75,000 tons more newsprint than Canada in 1920 is expected.
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Ottawa
Ont
Norway
Pinland
Sweden
Prroducers
Canada
Five Kings Ruled in Apetana in Twelfth Century Ireland
Fragmentary OCR evokes a historical note on five kings ruling Apetana or Meath area, with terms like Minter Cateon ter and Petty principallitiom, suggesting petty principalities and minor rulers in ancient Ireland during the twelfth century.
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Apetana
Sonoury
Ireland
Minter
Cateonter
Meath
Land
Manetens
Sports champions crown and slip through time
United Press reports a volatile year end with 1920 headlines. Boxing crowned heavyweights and other classes as Joe Stecher and Lewis claimed titles. tennis saw William Tilden take the championship from Johnston. Chick Evans won the British Open amateur golf title while Walter Hagan lost the American Open to Ted Ray. The Yankees retained the Olympic crown as Resolute defeated Shamrock in the seas.
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United Press
Correspon
New
York
Pew
Mney
Vike Willie
Hoppe
Jack
Georges Carpentier
Johnuary Wilson
Britton
Benny
Léonard
Johnny
Kilbane
Péte
Himan
Edward Ea Lewis
Bles
Kelly
Ohio
Notre Dame
Georgia ‘Tech
California
Chick. Evans
Ted Way
Alexa Sterling
Walliam JT
Jimmaio Smith
Turi
War
Buddy
Ensor
Joe Stecher
Earl Cat
Jock
Lewis
New York
Dee
William M. Johnston
St-His
William’ ‘Tilden
S. Davidson Herron
Chick
Walter Hagin
Oscar
Matheiesoi
Nepreuten
Brnedi Barry
Felton
Resolute
Shamrock
America
Yankees
Glycerine Mix Promoted By Retired Merchant
A retired merchant advertises Adler-i-ka glycerine mixture claiming strong results for his wife’s stomach ailment. The ad asserts the product cleanses foul matter of the stomach and bowel, relieves sour stomach and gas, and even cures constipation, with druggist G A Fischer listed.
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G. A. Fischer
Don’t. Jay, Cross. Always walk to the corner.
A terse note mentions Jay and Cross and instructs always to walk to the corner. The fragment suggests a street guidance or warning, with no clear event or date. Further context would be needed to determine the setting or purpose of the instruction.
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Jay
Cross
Clouds Part as Father recollects Rosa and a family smile
A fragmented reflective piece centers on Madame Rosa and her father, revealing a touching behind the scenes family moment. The text speaks of a long life, a final raise of emotion, and a daughter cherished as dad’s favorite.
Knights of Columbus: Euchre Party Thursday at Hall
The Knights of Columbus Euchre party is set for Thursday at 8 PM in the hall on Main Street. Deena is coordinating events this week and invites members to attend. details appear in the committee notice.
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Knights
Columbus
Eucer
Deena
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George Cooper
Boonville
F. R. Hall
Excelsior Springs
J. F., O'Brian
Bill Koecher
Wife
Chamois
Paul Shallenberger
Jas. Houchin
Harry Brunner
Ben H. Linhardt
L. Gray
Capitol
Rube Armstrong
Cole Co. Anti-Tuberculosis Society
Dis
Grace Hott
Georgia Hott
Gardner
Clyde A. Vandervoort
County Court of
Cape Girardeau County
Paar
Weber’s
Weber. Ice Cream CO
Newaspape
Jefferson
City
Merchants 'Association
Aml
Merchants' ‘Asia
Phil
AY Palmae
Otto. Schultz
Mme. Rosa
Belive
Tole
Mme
Raisa Her
Dad
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