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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1918
Page
7
In a tense escape aboard the Indian Chief, Hollis plots to free captives and warn of McCann’s betrayal while Vera Carrington confronts the conspirators. A French cruiser approaches as McCann attempts to flee with forged papers.
I cling to a rail when a sudden grip throttles me and I am dragged below deck. A clash follows as I seize a revolver from White, confront Liverpool Red and Tom Dugan, and a locked door blocks their attack. Vera Garrington arrives, asking if I was in danger, and we learn a French cruiser is nearby but not a captor.
The speaker condemns the jury as fools while arguing the law mandates trial by "big peers." The remark underscores tension between juror competence and legal standards in the proceeding.
A terse quip about self growth notes one cannot rise high by basking in the shade of a venerable family tree, suggesting independence and effort lead to achievement rather than inherited privilege.
J. J. Phillips of Cleve land Ohio owner of a Cleve land machine shop says Tanine cured his year long stomach trouble and restored him to health. He reports no pain now and would not trade the bottle for $100. Tanine is available at first class drug stores with no price increase. If not in stock, a pharmacist can order through Iowa jobbers.
The passage recounts Ivy L. Lee's wartime warning about German treachery and recalls a village anecdote. Storekeepers Skinner and Grabber debate profit margins with Grabber boasting of 26 to 50 percent while Skinner asserts one percent suffices. The tone mirrors early 20th century commentary.
State of Ohio Toledo Lucas County affidavit by Frank J Cheney senior partner of F J Cheney Co promising one hundred dollars for cure of catarrh with Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Notary public A W Gleagon witnessed December 6. Medicine taken internally and said to act through the blood on mucous surfaces. Testimonials free from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio.
A mother condemns a romance novel as trashy while a father defends it as intensely realistic. He calls the lovers’ dialogue silly and their actions absurd, but agrees with the notion of realism. The exchange highlights differing tastes in literature within a single household.
You may try Cuticura free samples of Soap and Ointment to learn how quickly they relieve itching and scalp troubles. For free samples, address Cuticura Dept. X Boston, at druggists and by mail. Soap 25, Ointment 25 and 50.
A playful dialogue between Quick Action and Betty features witty back and forth. Betty urges charity while Jack offers gallant, quick replies. The exchange emphasizes clever banter and lighthearted social norms of politeness.
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