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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1933
Page
6
The article notes mate tea as a major Argentinian drink, with about 20 million pounds grown in Argentina and roughly 100 million pounds consumed annually. It highlights cultural beliefs, health anecdotes, and the traditional preparation using a bambilla and hot water, with gauchos praising its stamina-boosting reputation.
An advertisement touts California syrup of figs as the cure for sluggish children and constipation. It claims the remedy loosens the colon, improves appetite, color, weight, and energy, with the next day showing better eating and sleep. It warns buyers to insist on genuine California Syrup of Figs and beware of substitutions.
A 1923 Western Newspaper Union report highlights William Brinton near Parkersburg Pennsylvania and Mrs Brinton selling surplus farm produce at a roadside market while Mrs Ester of Dixie Farms Michigan builds a thriving business from homemade grape jelly and juice. It cites Farnsworths Fruits using a market building and new packaging to boost sales as ads in motor magazines attract visitors and retailers alike.
Mary Vernon, daughter of a college trustee, attends a social reception and meets Harold Castle, a bachelor college president. After a casual tea, she learns there is no Mrs Castle, and the supposed hostess misread the situation, revealing the president is single and may influence future gatherings at Tome college.
Jane, a secretary, visits Mrs. and newborn daughter. William brings news of the new sister and reveals he wished to name her Spot, but his mother objected. The lighthearted exchange captures a family moment from Indianapolis.
A boastful cyclist in Boston rode toward a church clock at 5 15 as the innkeeper dared him to ride until the clock struck six. He queried onlookers whether the clock had struck yet, but the residents answered that the church clock never strikes.
In a kitchen mishap the mistress discovers maid Ilttla Margaret and child Norah admiring a plate rearranged into a clever jig saw puzzle. The moment captures surprised exclamations from the child as they view the crafty creation.
A Kansas City Star item quotes a dialogue on a sensitive topic with a casual remark about an old flame and a remark about extinguishing him, reflecting the paper's tone. The snippet highlights public discourse and informal banter within a broader feature.
Two foreign-looking girls discuss employers in a fragment titled Why Dad's Nose Is Red. One says the wife is fine but the husband is very cross. The other replies Fle Ie. The narrator adds that she starches his handkerchiefs whenever he scolds her in a Boston Transcript excerpt.
A lady with a notebook asks if any Jobbyiats lurk around the United States Capital. Senator Sorghum replies that such pretenders exist but deny their presence. He identifies these enterprising figures as those who obtain large payments for deceiving their employers.
A witty exchange between a book worm and a family man debates practicality of pocket editions and ordinary pocketbooks. The quip highlights how married men value compact formats for reading on the go.
A playful exchange features two mosquitoes in dialogue about screen tests. The first questions why the other is making a fuss, while the second triumphs with a successful screen test remark.
A fragment shows Brown and Green trading insults about borrowing and horrow, with Brown denying asking for compensation while Black questions the generosity. The dialogue hints at a petty confrontation and a claim of extravagance in language.
A harassed shopper in Boston complains that conservative black calfskin oxfords with low heels make her look overly sensible. The perspiring salesman counsels comfort, while she insists the heels are the issue.
In a 1943 Bell Syndicate piece, Dr Walter Russell Bowie urges readers to open their eyes and seek beauty in life. He argues a “Celestial Surgeon” would awaken perceptions, revealing true motives and meaningful humanity beyond surface flaws, leading to a richer, regret-free life.
Weather observers say only one thunderstorm in ten years may hit northern regions near the Arctic circle. An Arkansas Gazette snippet notes Renovia and paint stains on wool can be removed by a solution of equal parts ammonia and turpentine, applied and washed with soap.
An old adv gives Bayer Aspirin tablets as a fast acting remedy for headaches rheumatism neuritis neuralgia claiming dissolution within two seconds of moisture and near instant relief after swallowing. It stresses buying Genuine Bayer Aspirin and notes the quick onset of action and the slogan Bayer.
In a playful classroom exchange a teacher asks where elephants are usually found. A boy answers they’re not usually fast due to their size. The dialogue shifts to odd phrases like Old Plankhunter's voles and a quirk about a metalite ring, with a Brooklyn Exyte remark about dollars.
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