SUB ROSA By MIMI SHEIK HISTORY OR ROMEO COMPLAINTS
Readers complain about a reserved partner who never acts ardently as they hoped. The column notes many letters blaming the male for dull romance and asks why he cannot be more of a sheik.
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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1925
Page
5
Readers complain about a reserved partner who never acts ardently as they hoped. The column notes many letters blaming the male for dull romance and asks why he cannot be more of a sheik.
A columnist counsels readers on love and expressions of emotion, preferring reserved American suitors over flashy desert romantics. The piece notes shy, earnest men may not pledge poetic vows, and warns eloquence may signal trouble. Mimi offers inquiries and extras via stamped envelopes.
Mrs. H Freeman of 240 W Bragg Street Greensboro credits HERB JUICE with ending years of indigestion constipation and liver and kidney trouble. She reports relief after a few days and now eats normally and feels strong again praising High Point Datton Drug Co as HERB JUICE headquarters with distribution by druggists everywhere.
The display features roses in all colors and stages from buds to full blooms. Flowers include single and double varieties in pink and red, long lasting as described. Stameys offers the assortment for gardeners seeking lasting color.
Paris reports emphasize Foreign Minister Briand’s boast of using a top hat for over two decades. Amid a cold blast, residents head to the Riviera, while Paris plans luminous night sticks for taxi drivers and traffic control after dark. Burglars target dentists and jewelers as government salaries push skilled workers toward private banking and firms.
The Bank of France says fears of foreign control are groundless. Foreign buyers may purchase shares as investments, but only French citizens can vote at meetings, so real control remains with French citizens. The bank notes it is largely unchanged since Napoleon, with only modern adjustments.
The cotton market opened barely steady and declined 2 to 10 points as Liverpool cables eased and rumors of canceled French buying orders circulated. By the first hour, prices were down about 20 to 26 points with January at 20.13 and May at 19.64, December notices inactive but near months still soft under liquidation. Some sellers of real months rebought in later deliveries.
Greensboro sleuth recounts escape of Otto Wood from the state's prison. He warned of possible murderous acts if recaptured, including threats against former Warden Sam Busbee. The case ties to Kaplan's Greensboro murder and tensions with old prison management.
An advertisement touts Melloglo beauty cream promising a lasting effect that whitens nourishes and purifies the complexion mimicking a wild rose petal. It can be worn overnight or as a powder base and claims no stickiness or oil. Manufactured for cosmetic use.
An advertisement touts Creomulsion as a two fold remedy that soothes inflamed membranes and inhibits germ growth. It claims creosote as a key healing agent and guarantees satisfaction with money refunds if no relief after following directions. Atlanta Ga. (adv.)
The article notes Wood has over 20 years to serve of a minimum 22 and a half with potential maximum of 30 years. It mentions the county chain gang management inquiry led by Solicitor Don Phillips of the thir teenth district and Kate Burr Johnson, the commissioner of public welfare, with Stanly court involvement. It also covers broader state legal opinions on railroad surcharges and a South American trip by Highway Chairman Frank Page.
A man recounts long suffering from stomach trouble believed cancer by doctors. After taking Mayyr's Wonderful Remedy 244 years ago he slept better, ate freely, and felt well. The ad claims a simple preparation removes catarrhal mucus and inflammation causing stomach liver and intestinal ailments. One dose will convince, money refunded. Sold by Hart Drug Co. and druggists. Miller's Antiseptic Oil is mentioned.
Advertised as a powerful liniment, Snake Oil is promoted for rheumatism lumbago and chest ailments. Testimonials from Mrs. B Werner H C Hendrix J B Moore praise relief after using the product manufactured by Herb Juice Medicine Co and sold at Mann Drug Company.
Roses and carnations headline a fresh natural look with boutonieres featured in Stamey’s latest display. The arrangement emphasizes a cohesive, earthy style distinct from traditional bouquets.
Physicians and druggists now recommend Calotabs to purge colds and grippe. One or two Calotabs at bedtime with water cleanses the system without salts or nausea, and next morning the cold vanishes with renewed appetite. A family package with full directions costs 35 cents at a drug store.
Mrs Luther Weaver of Louisville Kentucky testifies after five years of feminine trouble that Dr Pierce is Favorite Prescription relieved all aches and pains and left her a healthy new woman. She recommends the remedy and notes it can be purchased in tablets or liquid or by sending 10 cents for a trial bottle.
In Guilford County North Carolina the case J. C. Cummings et al v T. G. Cummings and Edna Cummings et al seeks a partition in kind of specified real estate. Edna Cummings must answer or demur by December 7 1925 in Greensboro. Clerk M. W. Gant presides.
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