Button Hole Supply: Mussel Shells and Clam Bed Yield in U S
The article outlines the US button and pearl button industry, noting over 50 million buttons produced annually from freshwater mussel shells valued at around 15 million dollars. It details mussel beds in many states, artificial restocking via infected fish, bar and crowfoot methods for harvesting, and the step by step processing from raw shells to finished buttons with cutting, grinding, shaping, polishing, and sorting for sale.
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How to Cut Cardboard With a Straight Edge
A brief guide warns against using abrasive tools for clean cuts. It instructs placing a ruler with the brass edge up, scoring deeply with a sharp knife, then cutting through the incision for a neat edge. It notes dangers of certain perfumes to ill health, comparing to morphine.
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Wats
Flowers From Bulbs Stay Out Of Sick Rooms
All flowers grown from bulbs are dangerous in rooms where illness is present. Although bouquets are commonly taken to the sick, authorities warn against placing bulb flowers in patient areas due to potential risks.
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Fletcher
Chas. H.fletcher
Jud Tunkins Laughs At So-Called Good Loger
Jud Tunkins dismisses the labeled “good logger” as a man who talks too much and lacks sense, preferring blunt speech over hollow praise.
Windfall Joke About Heirship For Ship Comes In
Two Chicago youths joke on the street after one notes Harry Harkins' uncle left him money. The other quips that his ship has come in, but not as an heirship.
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Chicago
Harry Harkins
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Harry
Dentifrice use rare fifty years ago now common foot powder
A retro ad notes Dentifrice hardly used in the past while Allen's Foot Knee Antiseptic Powder for feet rose in prominence after World War II. It explains friction from leather and canvas shoes causes soreness and corns, and promotes Allen's Foot Ease to relieve it.
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Allen
Not Much Applause in London Answers Critic Quotes
A London exchange notes that applause cannot be expected to be silent all evening. The first critic downplays the audience response while the second remarks that some reaction is inevitable, even if not strong.
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London
Drawing Distinction Between Classical Music and Jazz
A dialogue where Comrox asserts knowledge of the difference between classical music and jazz. The reply contrasts orchestral silence in classical pieces with jazz musicians jumping around the platform, illustrating misunderstanding and humor.
Cuticura promise for improving skin and complexion
An advertisement extols Cuticura products for skin improvement. It recommends applying Cuticura Ointment, then washing with Cuticura Soap and hot water for five minutes. Claims include relief for poor complexions dandruff teething and rough hands.
Jud Tunkins on judging leaders by appearance
Jud Tunkins argues that judging a statesman by the car he drives or his whiskers is outdated. He says pride in a firm’s success and anxiety over its troubles reflect more about leadership than personal style or image.
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Jud Tunkins
His Busy Day In Mr Dubwaite's Office
A solemn visitor tells Mr Dubwaite a message but is dismissed to a clerk to sign and deliver if it demands attention. Paul Cook describes the scene in the Birmingham Age-Herald with brisk office humor and a busy day atmosphere.
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Dubwaite
Mr. Dubwaite
Paul Cook
Birmingham Age-Herald
In Court. What is that man arrested for
A Louisville Courier Journal excerpt notes a courtroom exchange about an arrest for making obnoxious smoke. The brief quip contrasts cigar or auto, reflecting local humor. The item signals a legal matter and a witty street comment without further details.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Matonic Eatonic claims ease indigestion for thousands
Mrs Ellen Harris writes that Matonic relieved her indigestion after meals and many others report similar relief. The ad claims the medicine neutralizes excess acidity and gases causing indigestion heartburn bloating belching and food repeating. It promotes a big box of Eatonic as a small price with a druggist guarantee.
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Matonic
Ellen Harris
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