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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1919
Page
2
A Chicago Tribunes correspondent recalls a humorous camping wedding where a bride and groom, in bathing suits, wed on a beach after many twists. The father’s early objection and sudden absence set the scene for a spontaneous ceremony by a minister on the shore.
A reader named Wortune Teller claims wealth is coming but no illness will follow. The client responds with a jab about being the new doctor across the way in Boston.
A playful exchange frames a lesson on life’s toughest quest. The father links the phrase to house-hunting, urging patience and practicality for a lasting home search.
An advertisement stresses that genuine Bayer aspirin tablets must bear the Bayer Cross and be in intact packaging with proper directions for relief of headache toothache earache neuralgia colds and pain. It notes handy tins of 12 tablets and larger options sold at drugstores and identifies aspirin as Bayer’s trademark for monoacetic acid ester of salicylic acid.
Local ad promotes Vauder-Balm as a harmless rapid relief for summer colds nervous headache mucous membrane inflammation and pains including mumps hay fever and related discomfort. Offers free sample or 50 cent stamps for two 25 cent tubes with agent terms and warns against imitations. The ad ends with a note on marital absence.
An ad touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a leading remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues. It claims rapid mild effects and healing, describes it as a gentle vegetable compound, and offers a sample by mail from Dr Kilmer Co. in Binghamton New York.
The Y M C A training schools for home assistants promote cleanliness and efficiency. Students learn to sanitize ice boxes, clean sinks and ranges, and air dry dishes to prevent stickiness. The program arose from demand in the central branch employment bureau with 500 calls in six months and 170 social calls.
Newfoundland observes Memorial Day on July 1 in lieu of Canada’s practice. The island-wide observance honors those who died in the war, with plans next year to hold the commemoration earlier in the season.
A riverfront remark by Uncle Eben mocks beauty shows with mermaid imitations. He jokes that many women would try to imitate mermaids and risk danger.
Dale Morgan loves waffles and music and moves from town to city seeking both perfect meals and a partner. He marries Jessie Fairburn, a prima donna, then learns his wife can bake the best waffles, finally tasting a breakfast that satisfies him. Jessie reveals she learned the craft back home at McSwenson's cafe.
The article notes Yellowstone’s geysers surpass others for number and size. It cites New Zealand and Iceland as only rivals in spectacle, but Yellowstone remains unmatched. Old Faithful is highlighted for its remarkable regularity with intervals around 55 to 85 minutes depending on snow years.
A visiting minister dined with the Macphersons and said grace before meals. Master Jack remarked that the meats were fresh, assuring the minister. The scene preserves decorum during a modest family gathering.
The article discusses heavy satin and faille gowns with draped silhouettes inspired by Greek lines. It highlights corsage fronts, narrow straps, and trains, noting white satin draped gowns with beaded details and silver roses. It contrasts ornate gowns with simpler, personality-fitting styles for modern women.
Paris fashion eyes shift from tunics and chemises to fitted lines with full hips and drapery drawing on Louis XV and Second Empire styles. Directoire influence dominates the new costume. a fibre silk gown with irregular brocade and a satin redingote features a shoulder fastening and ornamental cord. Sleeves flare at the hand with satin facing. browns, Directoire red, and olive greens color fall dresses.
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