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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1908
Page
8
A humorous critique describes a self rising household device that fires up stoves and a bed post alarm. The piece riffs on female independence and male ingenuity, imagining a clock powered bed side gadget that cooks breakfast automatically and lets the husband sleep through until morning.
A collage of sketches and quips on travel longing to Venice, foolish bravado, fleas and whale oil, a New York vacation wake up, a failing car, Santa Claus trading reindeer for an auto, and a humorous exchange about an outdoor house, all from light magazine items and city jokes.
Detroit’s veteran shortstop Germany Schaefer stars as the season’s anchor, delivering stellar fielding at second, third, or short and boosting runs. As White Sox rivals rally with Frank Smith and Doc White, Detroit faces a tight race as league fortunes shift toward season’s end.
Hugh Bedient, an 18 year old southpaw from Falconer New York, struck out 42 batters in 23 innings for the Falconer team against Corry Pennsylvania. He allowed only six hits, struck out the side in the 23rd after Falconer scored twice, and is hailed as a rising star in semi professional baseball with a bright future.
The article argues managers seek help from minor leagues to bolster pitching. It notes good pitchers from independent town teams often gain work and develop, then excel when joining major leagues, staying effective for several seasons.
An August porch party features a fish-name guessing game on a rug sea with fish slips and lines, plus a flower quiz with answers like wakerobin and forget me not. Beverages use a mixer format with prizes and punny pairings, then a paper wedding shower delivers homemade gifts and an emergency shelf of preserved foods and recipes.
A new toilet table accessory features a sterling silver watch-holder in a frame like design. The watch fits the opening and is clamped in place, creating a pretty and useful clock on the dresser when not in use by the owner.
The veranda blends indoors and outdoors with wicker furniture. Select simple designs with cushioned seating, avoid overly ornate reed pieces, and use a long wall seat or hammock. Add flower boxes for bright color and enjoy practical, stylish veranda decor.
In a light exchange, Tom is teased about marrying for money. He replies that he would not take a rich wife to avoid condemning her to spinsterhood, framing money as a secondary consideration in marriage.
A mother from St Louis claims Cuticura soap and ointment cured her baby’s eczema in three months after a year and a half of doctor treatment. The testimonial notes the child suffered face and hands, cried and scratched constantly, and slept poorly until use of the products.
A collection of short items notes the enduring war between spiders and flies, praising flies for controlling spider populations and describing various advertised products from gas lamp light to health tonics, Cigar brands, and talking machines. It includes brief testimonials and notices for readers.
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