Gypsy Gold and a Purchase That Changes Hands
Julie pursues a talisman claimed to be gypsy gold as she plans a shopping spree to impress Anthony. A fall down a sidewalk grate reveals the piece is brass, but Julie’s resolve and a quick-witted rescue by two newsboys lead to a twist when Anthony discovers Julie no longer needs the supposed gold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julie Davis
Anthony
Cordelia
Julie
Cordy
Gypsy Gold
Tony
Weill
Grace
Juli
Deer Will Dance If Music Is Placed Before Them
M H McCallum of Feneion Falls says deer respond to music and will dance if a tune is played near them. He suggests using a harmonica in the woods to prove it. The item adds a note about an ancient Gauls soap recipe with tallow and wood ashes.
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Lindsay
M. H McCallum
Feneion Falls
Mr. McCallum
France
Courtney
B.C
Pattern 4602 dirndl and party frock
Pattern 4602 offered in sizes 2 through 10 with yoked and shoulder strap frock options. Includes illustrated instructions and fit tested pattern with yardage notes for size 6. Send 25 cents in coins to Ange Adams Pattern Dept Winnipeg Newspaper Union, 175 McDermot Ave Winnipeg Man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ange Adams
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
McDermot Ave. E
Winnipeg
Man
Duck Quite Duckie
OTTAWA reports Dickie the duck grew to be a pet for Mr. and Mrs. Svend Gilberg. Bought in summer 1939 to fatten for roast, the duck instead formed a bond with the family and learned to caress, swim with children, purr when petted, and even became house trained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Dickie
Svend Gilberg
Gilbergs
Gilberg
Warspite Steering Wheel Gift to Norway's King
The steering wheel of the 30-year-old British battleship Warspite was presented to King Haakon of Norway as a gift from King George and the British people. The article notes there are 206 distinct bones in the ordinary adult.
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Oslo
Haakon of
Norway
George
Piano Care and Maintenance Tips for Home Instruments
Experts warn against placing pianos near heating units or in direct sun. Clean wood surfaces with a soapy cloth, then a damp water cloth, working in small areas and drying before applying wax. Hang a camphor bag inside to deter moths. Have the instrument tuned annually by a reputable serviceperson.
Cantaloupes Rich in Vitamins A and C
A brief note states cantaloupes are rich in vitamins A and C. The item focuses on nutritional content without additional context or figures.
Northern airports become valuable national assets
The Winnipeg Tribune argues that northern airports such as Southampton Island Fro bisher Bay Goose Bay and Gander may soon serve as division points on major traffic routes. Though not yet economical, they hold strategic value and could become self-liquidating assets in the commercial sense within years.
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Southampton Island
Frobisher Bay
Goose Bay
Gander
Winnipeg Tribune
Area of Japan Smaller Than California
The area of Japan proper including Honshu Shikoku Kyushu and Hokkaido covers 147 707 square miles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Honshu
Shikoku
Kyushu
Hokkaido
California
Islands
Fisher Andre Laurin Falls Short of Island Falls Vow
Local trapper Andre Laurin in the Island Falls district suffered a reaction during his wedding ceremony. He proposed to marry then fainted in the bride and best man’s arms. The report mentions Badghiz as a district in northwest Afghanistan.
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Island Falls
Man
Andre Laurin
Benedict
Badghiz (Home of
Northwest
Afghanistan
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By Lilliace M. Mitchell
Wheeler Newspaper Syndicate
Mecca
Lydia E. Pinkham
Olydia E. Pin
Archie Patterson
Wiarton
Anne
Adams
Adorable Dirndl
Duckie
General Foods
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