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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1921

Page

3

Household drama and a perilous mountain chase

A tense scene unfolds as John Harris confesses a misplayed life game and vows a fresh start with his wife. Gardner vanishes in a staged death ruse, prompting Sergeant Grey to marshal a mountain pursuit guided by Gardiner’s trail and a perilous cliffside escape.

Rushig Gardner Crey Cairdiner Grey Gardiner Hlu Guirrow

Family Terror by Black Hand Threats Plague Chicago Family

A Chicago machinist Jacob Kolb and his family endure a year of Black Hand intimidation. Threats include at your door notes with knives, skulls, and crossbones. Aimed at 4846 Altgeld Street and relatives, the case involves threats against Amelia Kolb and others, prompting police warnings.

Chicago Inotey Alexe Jaccub Kolb Altgeld Street Sophie Kolb Belmont Avenue Cicero Fullerton Avenues

A Calumny Thee Ty Text Doer Aay Muy Treses

Dallas Journal reports a controversial accusation circulating in local circles. Officials urge caution as the claim spreads without verified facts, underscoring the need for careful sourcing and public restraint.

Dallos Journal

Curious Egg and other titled names on a foggy page

A fragmented OCR reading mentions Curious Egg Jnncaster Ray Certs emg dis og earlord LG dn ihe stipe pe de mogs pines. It notes a well Hevedapedd Kersh and Verge on Korstiun, with a displayed tow Weola agi.

Ethereal goddess and springtide flavors in old cookbook

Quirky verse opens with May’s praise then offers recipes for a bright luncheon. Pineapple and cheese arrangement, buttered cream onions on toast, a chocolate cream pie with ganilla, baked stuffed heart, noisette bread with nuts and yeast.

Caroline Bumner

Seasonal Good Things With Dandelion Greens Dish

Seasonal good things presents two old time recipes. Dutch Dreas ing uses tender greens bacon eggs sugar vinegar and water thickened to cream then poured over greens. Pepper Pot blends veal honeycomb tripe onions spices bay leaves marjoram basil thyme red pepper and stock with dice potatoes and egg balls simmered until tender. Steamed Strawberry Shortcake folds flour sugar baking powder butter milk and salt into a mold baked and served hot with whipped cream and berries.

Paradoxical Proposal in an Orange Grove

A quirky dialogue reveals a交scene where one suitor claims to have proposed in an orange grove but says he received a temon, a term likely misread or humorous slang, suggesting a mix up or miscommunication in the proposal tale.

Thousands Have Kidney Trouble and Never Suspect It

Druggists report many cases of undiagnosed kidney trouble and endorse Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as effective. A life insurer's physician notes many declined applicants are unseen cases. Available at drug stores in two sizes. send ten cents for a sample bottle with your paper mention.

Kilmer Dr. Kiimes & Co Binghamton, N. Y

Newspapers as schools of world insight and history

John Blake argues newspapers condense world events for easy grasp, offering education through careful reading. A good paper shapes informed citizens, keeping readers current with the era’s key happenings and suggestions, while highlighting the folly of ignoring timely news.

John Blake Chicago Daily News

Watch Your Step Reform by Bone Pressing Brain

A long standing drunkard is said to be reformed by an operation removing a bone pressing the brain. The Detroit News also notes cures from removing a brass rail that pressed against the feet, as reported by the Kansas City Star.

The Detroit News Kansas City Star

Cole Carbonsalve Ad Promises Quick Peel Without Scars

An old advertisement claims Cole Carbonsalve stops a burn or cut when applied by a ready remedy. It asserts rapid peeling without scarring and offers the product for 60 cents at druggists or via The J W Cole Co in Rockford Illinois.

Cole J. Ww. Cole Co Rockford, Ill

Dust brush sparks domestic quarrel in London ideas

A fragment suggests Mrs Nagit accused Mr Nagit of using her powder puff on his boots last week. The exchange hints at a domestic dispute written in a humorous London ideas column.

Cuticura Taleum Ad Pitches Toiletry Requisites

An advertisement touts Cuticura Taleum as part of a popular trio with Soap and Ointment. It claims the Taleum provides an exquisitely scented face and dusting powder for skin and babies, reducing the need for other perfumes. Priced at 25 cents each everywhere.

Ady

Noon greetings spark unexpected chat in Indiana town

Two Lleflong residents known for daily noon meetings exchange casual remarks by chance. The overheard exchange touches weather, health, and plans to attend a revival meeting, revealing routine conversations that become local shorthand over time.

Indiana Néith

Ten There Was Trouble and a Typewriter Question

A brief exchange features "Robert" and his spouse with a playful note on affections. The father writes to ask about a suitable typewriter, and Robert responds lightly, expressing a preference for one with soft brown eyes.

Robert

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