Coronation of George V Captivates London With Global Gala
The coronation drew 7000 notable attendees and dignitaries from Britain and abroad as Westminster Abbey hosted the ceremony. Crowds along the royal route cheered George V and Queen Mary while carriages, autos, and military bands filled the procession. The archbishop anointed and crowned the new king, with the king’s throne service and homage by peers.
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Whitelaw Reid
Everyday Cross and the Path to Glory
Jesus spoke of the cross as daily sacrifice not his own aim but God's will. Each relationship and duty requires sacrifice, and some bear burdens with pride or bitterness. The cross becomes a pathway to life when we accept it as part of following Jesus.
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Harem skirt gag revived in advertising chatter
A Denver ad writer mocks the old gag about the harem skirt with a pitch to lure women as victims. The piece notes scams promising profits by sending money, with the punchline advising wearers to "wear knickers."
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Lillian B. Rowe
Denver
Marvelous recovery from kidney disease with Doan's pills
Mrs. Ray Trusner of New Albany Indiana credits Doan's Kidney Pills with a dramatic turnaround from a chronic invalid to a well woman in six weeks. She describes severe symptoms and notes the product's use, price, and availability from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY. The ad ends with a satirical aside on gender equality from Puck.
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New Albany
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Doan's
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
Resinol heals eczema and an old superstition on ague
Mrs. Amy Crain of Fredonia Kentucky reports a quick cure for eczema on her hands using Resinol ointment and soap after failing with other treatments. The ad notes availability at drug stores and adds a dated superstition about curing ague by visiting a crossroads at night and burying a new laid egg, with failure blamed on bad luck.
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Amy Crain
Fredonia
Marine Eye Remedies Ad in 48 Page Eye Book
An illustrated eye care advertisement offers a free 48 page Eye Book from Marine Eye Remedy Co Chicago. It promises guidance on proper application of Marine remedies for eye trouble and claims benefits like strengthening weak eyes soothing pain and reducing irritation with a trial 6 cent price.
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Marine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
Quip on Oyaters Brains Sparks Banter
A brief exchange features a joke about whether oyaters have brains with a sharp comeback about knowing when to stay quiet. The odd pair comments on wit and restraint in a playful, circular line.
Australia Celebrates Captain Cook Anniversary at Sting Rays Harbor
Australia marks the one hundred forty first anniversary of Captain Cook in Sting Rays Harbor. In 1770 the HMS Endeavor, a 370 ton barque, entered Botany Bay and landed on the shore, where the flag was hoisted. The flag was unfurled again and saluted by warships on the anniversary.
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Captain Cook
Endeavor
Sting Rays Harbor
Botany Bay
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