Sweet Seventeen Bill Elsie’s Marriage Guess Game
In a playful Yon glimpse of romance two suitors spar over age guessing to win a marriage proposal. Henry and Harry compete as Elsie, famed as Sweet Seventeen, chooses the lowest guess to marry.
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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1943
Page
7
In a playful Yon glimpse of romance two suitors spar over age guessing to win a marriage proposal. Henry and Harry compete as Elsie, famed as Sweet Seventeen, chooses the lowest guess to marry.
Bill asks if lawyers tell the truth and Harry notes that some will do anything to win a case. The exchange hints at cynicism about legal ethics and truthfulness in pursuit of victory.
A joke shows St. Peter at heaven's gate addressing a group of German airmen who claim to be the 50 shot down today by the RAF. He checks a supposed DNB communique and learns only two were shot down, then admits two may enter while the rest must go elsewhere.
A patient asks about sickness from anesthesia and a doctor explains that waiting for effects is unpredictable. The exchange highlights common worries about onset and side effects during anesthesia discussions.
Bill asks why Tom did not fail in Greek and Tom replies he did not take the course, implying avoidance of failure by choice rather than performance.
A woman asks a question about her spouse’s earnings while noting official records show no verifiable income. The dialogue hints at financial uncertainty and privacy around earnings.
A preacher explains salvation is free and water is free, but delivering it to parishioners requires pipes and service. The anecdote frames faith as freely offered while the infrastructure costs are borne by believers.
Western Newspaper Union notes the American League races remain tight with six games separating leaders from last place as Ed Barrow and Joe McCarthy anticipate stiffer battles. Bonham is praised as a 25-game potential winner, while long-time executive Barrow is highlighted for his Cubs-McCarthy era influence.
A feature on efficient sewing spaces describes a model closet from Better Dressmaking. The 6.5 by 4 by 20 inch cupboard includes a dress form area, an ironing board compartment, shelves for pressing cushions, a slide-in box system, and space for fabrics. It notes plywood construction and references additional storage booklets offered for 15 cents each.
The notice describes Pattern No 83713 for pinafore and bonnet in sizes 1 through 6 years. It specifies fabric usage 154 yards of 35 inch material for size 2, with panties at half a yard and three yards for ribbon and other trim.
A softly tailored button front frock is poised for wide spring popularity with a distinguished look. The refined silhouette emphasizes clean lines and versatile wear for various occasions.
Pattern No 8360 comes in sizes 14 16 18 20 40 42 and 44. Size 16 with short sleeves uses 354 yards of 39 inch material and 54 yards for contrasting collar. Due to high demand and war conditions orders may take longer to fill. Send your order to the specified address.
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