Pickwick and Weller Names Spark Court Laughs in Tale
In a Welsh town near Bristol a yearly handicap tournament is held. The secretary named Pickwick oversees draws while a competitor named Weller appears. A mispronounced spelling prompts laughter as Pickwick wonders who dares insult his court.
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Pickwick
Bristol
Weller
Mr. Weller
Mr. Pickwick
Justice Staveleigh
Out of the Picture Farm Conversation
A humorous exchange features Farmer Corntessel claiming he farms and hauls wood rather than sits by the fire while the wind rages outside. The dialogue plays on country life and practical work versus leisure.
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Corntessel
Doan's Kidney Pills Endured for Two Years Relief
Mrs J Shaw of 513 Aspenwald Ave Elkhart Indiana reports using Doan's Kidney Pills two years ago for dull backaches and kidney pains. She bought them from Houseworth Bros and followed directions, gaining relief and no need for further remedies. Sold by all dealers price 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents Remember the name Doan's and take no other.
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Inary Doan
Elkhart
J. Shaw
Aspenwald Ave
Ind
Doan
Houseworth Bros
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
United States
Hem-Roid Piles Cure Promised with Money Back Guarantee
Piles of all kinds are claimed to be cured by Leonhardt's Hem-Roid with a broad guarantee that costs nothing if no benefit is gained. Skip salves and suppositories and treat the cause. Large bottle $1 lasting 24 days available at Houseworth Bros. Dr Conhard Co Station B Buffalo NY. Booklet offered.
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Leonhardt
Houseworth Bros
Conhard, Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Union barber shops set new shave fee and hours rule
Notice states after March 7 all union shops will charge 15 cents for shaves with neck shaves free. From March 7 to March 31 shops open at 4 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. except Saturdays when they close at noon.
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All Union
Blackfeet Labor Reclamation Project Shown As Model
The Blackfeet tribe in Montana carried out the reclamation work with commitment and discipline. They asked clear questions about hours and tasks, then worked steadily and did not shirk. Their eagerness to learn and adopt civilized living, house living, and health laws impressed Director Newell.
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Montana
van Norden
Newell
Arizona
Employment Bureau Aids Barnard Women Seek Work
Mrs Benny Wise Miller chairs Barnard College Alumnae employment bureau. It helps Barnard students and graduates find stenography and private secretary positions. Lawyers and business leaders seek educated women paid at least 100 dollars monthly. The bureau, first of its kind for a women’s college, mirrors men’s university club hiring practices and aims to expand with a full-time worker next year.
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Benny Wise Miller
Barnard College Alumnae Association
Barnard
Miller
New York
Pop Billings Bargain Tale of a Fast Trotter Purchase
Co K. G Billings recalls buying a fast trotting mare for 2600 dollars with only 500 on hand. His mother loaned the balance and his father later repaid 600 dollars to take the horse back after judging its value. The tale underscores a family bargaining moment in horse trading.
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Pop” Billings
Co. K. G
Women’s Progress in England Judge notes shift in gender roles
In Marylebone the judge remarks daily changes in the sexes. He cites a case where Mrs Taylor beat Mr Lowell, tore his coat, and hung it as a scalp. He fines Mrs Taylor two dollars plus costs and commits Lowell to a doctor for treatment.
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England
Marylebone
A Winter Flock of Geese On the Water
Geese drift to the water with necks outstretched and alight at a safe distance. Black mud tussocks rise from the shallows while the old leader stands sentinel. The flock distributes to feed, and the guard gander signals readiness as another takes station.
Free Gas Light Trial Offered in 2009
A brief note invites readers to consider a short free trial of Gas Lights in 2009 for a few days. The offer emphasizes the limited time frame and urges swift decision.
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