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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1931
Page
6
Shaon Powers of Ontario California went deep sea fishing when a large shark dragged him overboard after a line fouled a deck. The shark pulled him away as crew fought to rescue him, Powers freeing himself after a frantic struggle. Rescuers said he surfaced after being as deep as 40 feet.
Advertisement urging use of Hoff's liniment for back chest and limb pain and colds. Claims quicker warming effect than ordinary liniments and blood flow to affected area. Eight ounce bottle priced at 60 cents with money back guarantee if no relief in 30 minutes. Goodrich Gamble Company, St. Paul Minnesota.
A provocative ad quote from General Dawes argues that women feigning dumbness may be clever, followed by a tale of a wife calmly admitting an overdrawn bank account when confronted by her husband. The anecdote frames wit and gender dynamics in domestic finance.
Witty exchange notes that a poet laureate would lack a royal family to inspire grand themes. Instead the speaker suggests baseball and golf could be his subjects, reflecting lighthearted take on national pride and sport.
Nellie Cathcart muses she secretly engineered Elmer Clarke's fortune report and plots to protect him from fortune risks. Elmer, now a millionaire, enjoys liquidity at the Smoke Shoppe while Nellie suggests living in Pilarcitos, a small town, and delays marriage to let him adjust to wealth.
In Pilarcitos, Hiram Butterworth wills his vast fortune to Elmer Clarke a poor young nephew. He confesses a forty year old swindle of 40000 dollars to his lawyer Absolom McPeake and arranges interest payments before Butterworth dies suddenly. Nellie Cathcart tells Elmer his inheritance exceeds a million.
Elmer Clarke finds Sam Haskins struggling with the Smoke Shoppe after a quarrel. Haskins appears contrite and no longer irritable, and Elmer resolves not to let him down without notice.
In a Berlin court a lay magistrate, who looked distressed, told police he could not go home or tell his ill wife he had been found guilty. The court revealed he had been summoned to serve as a magistrate, not as an accused, and the laughter followed.
The Stone of Destiny in Perthshire was linked to an early Scottish kings residence and coronation site. Edward I carried the stone to Westminster Abbey in 1296, where it remains beneath the coronation chair used by British monarchs.
A motorist ran a red light on West End Avenue and was challenged by a policeman who suddenly recalled the driver. The officer recognized Miles Standish from a Washington Diving High Thanksgiving play and exclaimed, I was Priscilla in that performance.
The house flag of a vessel bears the device of the owning company, functioning like a trade mark. The article notes that reclaiming scrap iron and steel in this country saves about half a billion dollars annually.
An ad urges mothers to use California Wig Syrup during the critical growth years from three to twelve to prevent constipation and boost energy. It claims the vegetable product cleanses the bowels gently, supports weak stomachs, and aids colds and general ailments. Testimonial from Mrs J Mayer of Dallas supports its benefits.
In Italy a lake about 20 miles north of Itome at Leprignano jumped from its bed for over two hours and then rose again. Its volcanic behavior appears tied to activity at Vesuvius over 200 miles south. Seismic shocks preceded bursts of boiling water and sulfurous vapors as the lake’s ten acres churned with hot water. Data collection aims to use the lake as a signal forecasting eruptions.
An advertisement promotes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as fast digestive relief for excess acid. It claims instant neutralization, suitability for men women children and babies, endorsement by doctors and hospitals, and availability in 25 and 50 cent sizes at drugstores.
A terse dialogue outlines a sales pitch offering a complete package for reclaiming an old car. The buyer questions adding a railway time-table while the seller promises including maps and all necessary materials.
A single navy bean vine in Falls City Oregon yielded 126 pods and 506 beans.
A terse aphorism notes that a person who forgets a favor is unlikely to forgive an injury. It emphasizes the persistence of grievance and the difficulty of reconciliation after debt or help forgotten or repaid poorly.
Mrs Walter Rothfns of Everett Washington says when nervous or rundown she takes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription and is renewed with energy. The ad claims it is the finest medicine for weak and nervous women and offers medical advice from Dr Pierce's Clinic Buffalo New York with free trial packages.
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