Oklahoma Events and County Fairs Highlight State notes
A long list of upcoming county fairs and events across Oklahoma is noted, including Watermelon Carnival in Potawatomi County, Muskogee Horse Show, Duncan Peanut Carnival, Enid and Beckham County fairs, and numerous others with dates in August and September. Local officials report on state militia camp at Chandler, notable deaths and incidents, and civic notes from Pawnee, Tulsa, and Muskogee areas.
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Geronimo
Riek
Bradley
Tuin Springs
Pottawa Omnis
Celeee
Muskoges
Duncan
State Militia
Chandler
Murphy Helps Wife After Wedding Laugh
Murphy, newly wed, buys bacon and soap to cook for a sick wife. The odor worsens, she rushes to the kitchen and asks what he is doing. He answers cooking bacon, but she exclaims the scent is soap instead of food. The exchange notes the humorous misunderstanding.
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Murphy
Cure for Hemorrhoids Promised by Cuticura Ad
A 1912 testimonial from L. R. Cook of Bisacll Alabama describes severe hemorrhoid pain and bleeding. After trying various remedies, he used Cuticura Soap and Ointment, reporting relief within three weeks. The ad promotes free samples and a 32 page Skin Book from Cuticura, Boston.
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Bisacll
Ala
L. R. Cook
Peatcard
Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Vast African Principality Under British South Africa Company
Rhodesia is governed by the British South Africa Company under a 1889 charter. Its territory spans an area comparable to Texas New York Pennsylvania Ohio and Kentucky combined, making it a vast African dominion under chartered administration.
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Rhodesia
British South African Company
Texas
New York
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Kentucky
Land of Carsiese Attire in Bohemia State Debate
A fragmentary quote hints at a debate over Bohemia as a state of mind or place. The phrase references attire and a writer’s view on desirability, but lacks clear reporting details, dates, or identifiable persons to anchor a fuller summary.
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Carsiese
Bohemia
Spring Fever Banters Among Foals and Fellows
In jest, two locals debate spring mood with playful quips about a fellow not feeling springy and another claiming the foals have sprung, capturing lighthearted rural humor.
Beds for Tuberculosis Patients Seen Far Too Few
The National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis warns that Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, and Mieste nlopl lack hospital or sanatorium provisions for consumptives. It notes 33,000 beds exist nationwide but are insufficient, with some states under 20 beds and a general need for more beds to reduce city death rates which range from 6 to 85 per thousand.
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Nevada
Utah
Wyoming
Miestenlopl
United States
National Association For the Study and Prevention
Association
Bome
Bulletin
Bureau of the Census
Boy's Excuses Test Patience Over Train to New York
In a humorous exchange Johnnie, once a boy, tardily explains repeated lateness to Mr Thompson. He cites bidding his mother farewell on a nine o'clock train to New York, then claims a baby sister arrived, prompting a sharp aside about his mother and Aunt Sophie being at home.
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Auntie
Johnnie
Mr. Thompson
New York
Johanie
Sophie
Charles W. Morse
Paris
Mr. Morse
Buggins
Coca Cola Habit Described as A Ghostly Habit
The piece argues Coca Cola can form a habit like other addictions though physicians see few real Coca Cola dependence cases. It compares Coca Cola use to beefsteak and ice cream habits, noting consumption rises from advertising and taste but can be dropped when unavailable.
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Physicianstics
Sanitariuma
Coca- Cola
Druga
Adv
Deaf Friendly Seats Hear Through Slot Telephones
On the back of each seat in a new London theater a coin slot telephone will allow deaf patrons to listen to dialogue on the stage. This accessibility feature aims to provide clearer access to performances for those with hearing impairments.
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London
Fletcher's Oustoria Ad Prompts Infant Care Requests
Fragment of an advertisement or notice urges guardians to seek Fletcher's Oustoria for infants and children. The readable text implies a branded product claim tied to child care, asking readers to note a signature and usage guidance.
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Waanilee Tareluile, Srey
Fletcher
Burglar Confronted by Furious Old Lady in Comical Exchange
A humorous scene unfolds as a burglar is faced by a horrified elderly woman imploring him to spare her and think of his mother. The burglar retorts that he was raised in a tough environment and remains unmoved.
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Sterling
Mike
Astern
Baye
Bho
Tyree's Antiseptic Powder Promoted for Skin Irritation Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Tyree's Antiseptic Powder as a quick remedy for summer skin irritations such as hives chafing sunburn and eczema. It claims relief from irritation and offers a 250 unit sample and free sample by mail with the address Tyree Washington D C 7 Ady.
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Tyree
Washington
Ady
Geography Studies Provoked by Maps Joke
A brief quip compares geography learning to using maps. It contrasts avid study with playful wordplay, noting that the subject is explored through maps rather than by sheer intensity.
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Promises Strength and Vitality
An 20th century ad touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a quininized iron tonic that strengthens the system, guards against malaria chills and fever, increases appetite, aids nursing mothers and pale children, purges biliousness, and purifies the blood. It claims to arouse the liver, serve as a sure appetizer, and is guaranteed by a local druggist. The text also includes assorted miscellaneous anecdotes and quotes about investments, manners, and social habits without a clear central news event.
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Grove
Nighttime latch key reassurance in Caudle dialogue
In the dead of night Mrs Caudle worries about a burglar at the front door. John reassures her that he has the latch key and can prevent entry, speaking in a breezy, humorous tone.
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John
Get Into the Land Business Adv Offer
This ad urges self employment and offers a paying chance within the reader’s community. It asks for a 60 cent money order to receive complete instructions from WB Hickam department H Stillwater Oklahoma. It also describes a patented convenient book holder with legs and a shoulder cord for hands free use by an Ohio woman.
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WB. Hickam
Dept
H. Stillwater
Okla
Ohio
Water Rates May Rise to Cover City Losses
The St Louis water system faces a deficit after eight years of too low rates, totaling about $1,022,018 in taxpayer losses. Proposals consider raising rates to curb further financial drain. The text also includes unrelated dialogue about Willie Paw and auto intoxication, and a stray ad urging blue water.
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St. Louie
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