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Newspaper
Denver Tribune
Location
Denver, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1915
Page
4
A Cincinnati Enquirer excerpt muses on why true wit in gay conversation is rare. It argues clever talk requires natural charm not money or bold looks and notes many try to perform humor but fail to amuse on repeat.
A sentry near a Sirkish army camp in England challenges approaching footsteps. After three exchanges the lone listener ambiguously passes Unknowns, finally declaring Pass Canadians as a reply. The incident highlights vigilant but mistaken post duty and a tense nighttime border in a wartime setting.
A cheerful man lights a cigar while a sour-looking figure nearby is a two year man. The six month man predicts an end to the war soon, while the two year man expects it to last at least two more years.
A tired father answers an irritable neighbor after a noisy night. The neighbor laments lack of sleep while the father jokes that even a harsh remark beats the noise of the night. The exchange ends with a light, weary humor.
A conservative Massachusetts woman writes of using Grape-Nuts for five years for the young and aged in illness and health. She claims it substitutes meat when served dry with cream and paired with Postum and fruit improves health, steadies nerves, and lowers weight. The Postum Co. promotes the letter as genuine human interest.
The Tri State Master Bakers association of Indiana Ohio and Michigan will hold its annual convention in Indianapolis May 24 25 and 26. Governor Ralston and Mayor Bell will deliver welcome addresses as the program includes a public opening session and a May 26 operetta Salty Order of Pretzels. The event features a city tour and a speedway visit for attendees.
Addresses by W. 8. Blatchley of Indianapolis and Dr Stanley A Coulter of Purdue highlighted the opening session of the eighteenth annual Indiana Audubon Society meeting in South Bend. Blatchley spoke on the Sand Dunes of Indiana and Coulter on Wild Life and Man. Mayor Fred W. Kelley and Lt. Montgomery welcomed the group.
Theatrical man Walter Roberts at a ticket window dodges a lady’s request about the show, saying he cannot judge human nature well enough to answer without losing a patron. The exchange highlights his witty hesitation and concern for patronage.
Fragrant, creamy emollients claimed to comfort children with soap for cleansing and ointment for soothing rashes itchings and chafings. Advertised as usable from birth with confidence. Free samples by mail via postcard to Cuticura Dept XY Boston. Sold everywhere.
The captured burglar admits his slip as a barking dog alerted a household. He claims the dog mistook him for Mr. Meekton, linking the misstep to the break in and underscoring a tense moment of mistaken identity.
Over 100000 packages of Allen's Foot-Bane antiseptic powder are used by German and Allied troops at the front. It rests the feet gives instant relief to corns bunions and tired swollen feet and makes walking easy. Bold advertising copy urges readers to try it today and not accept substitutes.
Fragmentary transcript shows a speaker urged to hear both sides of the war issue while a reformer is described as content with a few changes once in office. Mentions white cloths and Ball Blue cleaner as advertised grocer fare.
A short tale presents Solomon and a fool walking together. The fool asks why Solomon never talks and Solomon replies that he may listen to others wisdom. The fool then asks why he always talks and says others may listen to his wisdom. Solomon stays silent and returns home thoughtful.
A comic collection of wry remarks contrasts gender roles and marriage. A punchline about drowning sorrows and submarines plays against domestic expectations revealing social satire.
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