Oxford's Problem and the English University System
A reflective piece on Oxford University its origins and structure describes Oxford as a city of spires and colleges. It explains the ancient origins of the university its unique federated system where colleges govern teaching and discipline and the vice chancellor wields significant influence over public events within the university’s bounds.
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Osford
Cambridge
Thalfway
Tondon
Ngland
Tonles
Mate
Marns
Oxford
Lonenaing
Colleges of Women Studen
Society of
Bath College
Hew University
England
College Walla
California Fig Syrup Proclaimed Safe For Children
A Western mother describes using California Fig Syrup to help her constipated three year old son Neal. She praises its gentle effect, says it strengthens and steadies children, and notes high sales and brand trust.
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California
Neal M. Todd
West 27Th St
Oklahomaa City
Okt
Bays
Neal
A Matter of Distance in Passing Show
A brief theater item notes a line exchange about biking and milestones, citing the Passing Show. The joke hints at pacing and measurement, reflecting stage humor on distances and progress.
Stop the Pain With Cole's Carbell Calves Ad
A humorous ad claims Cole's Carbell calves stop burn or cut pain quickly with no scars. It promises fast relief and price 60a or 30c to J. W. Cole Co. Rockford Wisconsin. A man pays back a friend by kicking himself in a self-deprecating line.
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Cole
J. W. Cole Co
Rockford, WI
Advy
Model’s Clothes Stolen In Washington Lobby Showcase
A wax model in a Washington DC lobby showcase drew attention when passersby saw she wore only stockings. Night watchmen alerted police after a thief broke the glass door and stripped the model. A coat and other garments were missing.
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Washington, D. C
Night
Easy Pleasant Way To Lose Fat Claim
An advertisement promises quick fat loss and health gains by using Kruschen Salts. It urges readers to weigh themselves, buy an 85 cent bottle, take a half teaspoon in hot water daily for four weeks, then reweigh to notice dramatic results and social admiration. It touts druggists nationwide selling the product.
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America
Never Happened Before Car Trouble Ends in Blowout
The Smiths faced an unexpected car blowout one night, despite never having trouble with the vehicle. Mr. Smith notes the tire failure as surprising, while Mrs. Smith recalls their history of smooth driving.
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Smiths
Mr. Smith
Mrs. Smitth
Adventurers Extolled by Gordon Quote on England
The saying England was made by adventurers not by its government is attributed to Gen Charles Gordon, famed as Chinese Gordon, who died defending Khartoum. The remark reflects heroic sentiment tied to colonial era figures and the defense of distant outposts.
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England
Charles Gordon
Gordon
Khartum
Firestone
Joke Returns Blade Hotel Concept in New York
A publicity engineer for a New York hotel revives the old joke about used razor blades, claiming the building has cavities to receive blades after use. Guests would drop blades in a bathroom slot to sink into the fabric, offering a humorous take on hotel life as a cornerstone of posterity.
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Ao New Hotel
New York
Spokane
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