Silver Ribbons continues with family gossip and town views
Jim Bennett's irritation with the fashionable life in Wickfield grows as Grandma muses on Charmian, Charmian's mother, and the doctor. The two discuss plans for the berry festival, house pride, Emmy Bascomb's shortcake, and the looming arrival of the RFD man while Parson Merry lifts a card table and waves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Wickfield
Lindbergh
Paris
Prince of Wales
Jimmy
Grandma
Charmian
Clara Darling
Portland
Sonny
Merry
Sarah Bennett
Kingdom Come
Jimmy Bennett
Parson Merry
Susy Oldham
Ratniater
Sarah Ben-nett
RFD
Charmian Faces Mood Swings Before Church Outing
Charmian in Wickfield wrestles with fatigue and homesickness as she finishes a shortcake, considers a drastic new hairstyle, and braces for a church visit with Grandma and Jim. The scene hints at family strain and stalled repairs, set against a quiet town day.
Iron Mike gyro-helmsman joins ships steering future
Old Salt recalls Iron Mike the gyro pilot advertised as a permanent wheelsman who can steer straighter with less rudder. The device, connected to a gyro compass via electricity, promises efficiency and fuel savings though an experienced helmsman remains needed near port. Worm Exterminator promotes parasite remedies for children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iron Mike
Seven Seas
From Humble Tea Seller to Canada’s High Commissioner
Larkin started by selling tea door to door in humble circumstances and rose to head a Canadian tea company with plantations in Ceylon. He packed tea in metal packages and became a nationwide name in Canada. He died suddenly in London where he lived as Canada’s representative, remembered as a trusted political figure who could handle a bag when needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Larkin
Ceylon
Canada
London
England
Cable
Effect Of Tree Planting Increases Prairie Gardens
The free distribution of forest trees by the Forest Service has sharply raised vegetable gardens and orchards among Prairie Provinces farmers. Many belt owners now grow vegetables, some plant small fruits and fruit trees. divorce is nearly unknown in Sweden, land of safety matches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Service
Department of the Interior
Prairie Provinces
Sweden
Explorers Sail From Miami To Track Columba voyage route
Glenn Stewart and A Noel Trippe depart Miami on January 23 aboard the 64 foot Centaur to retrace Columbus first voyage moves between San Salvador landing and his departure three months five days later. Stewart hopes to refine textbook accounts and plan a second voyage to map his fourth voyage.
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Miami
Florida
Christopher Columbus
San Salvador
Spain
Glenn Stewart
Easton
United States
A. Noel Trippe
High Seas
Columbus
Stewart
Atlantic
Watling’s Island
The Responsibility Of A Fond Mother And Child Health
A mother’s constant joy and responsibility are described as a child’s ailments arise from stomach or bowel disturbances. Baby's Own Tablets are praised for cleansing the bowels and soothing digestion to relieve colic, constipation, and teething pain. Sold by druggists or mail order for 25 cents per box by Dr. Williams' Medicine Co., Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Mystery of the Governor’s Mansion Hat Heist
An old servant in the governor’s mansion notices a prominent politician searching for a missing new hat bought for ten dollars. The exchange reveals that many hats have been rummaged through for over an hour, hinting at a broader prank or theft.
Minard's Will Kill Corns and Cinema Nuisances
A brief humorous note comments on Minard’s plan to eliminate corns with a pun about talking pictures. It playfully contrasts old remedies with modern cinema as a social aside and ends with a quip about selling cheese.
Deaf Acousticon Unveils Tiny Earpiece Hearing Aid
Canadian firm Acousticon Ltd introduces a new model with a dime sized earpiece. The device transmits sounds clearly to subnormal ears, promising health benefits. A free 10 day home trial is offered with a mailed request for the name and address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Acousticon Ltd
Richmond St. West
Toronto
Ont
Little Helps For This Week And A Light Hearted Gag At The End
A column notes on patience and self control citing ancient proverbs and a warning against anger. It mentions Miller's Worm Powders as a gentle vermifuge and tonic for children. The piece ends with a husband wife joke about secrets and a stenographer.
Estimate of United States buffalo herd in primitive times
The article estimates the buffalo population in early United States between 50 million and 75 million head. It notes the large range reflecting historical uncertainty and implies the species once roamed widely across plains. The figure emphasizes the scale of past abundance.
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United States
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Christine Whiting Parmenter
Clara
Char- John Carter
Holloway
Bournemouth
Tho
Flexible Shaft Co. Ltd
Carlan Ave
W. N. U. 1829
Famou
Charles
Grsweerenen
Txz Borpex Co
Loerrzn
Depe
St. Peul Se
West
Montreal
Minard
Dandruff
Corns
Zam'buk
Mack Lattoria
New
Plutarch
Ricad
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