Book review critiques exploitation theme in rural setting
The review notes Tweedledum and Tweedledee illustrate destruction of forests and coal town expansion, altering local values. It lauds Hatcher’s understanding and the mountain girl narrator whose fortunes end happily. Published by Bobbs Merrill for $2.50. Also mentions a spider silk fact about orb weavers spinning five of seven kinds, none spins all seven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. A. McCormick
Hempstead
Nevada
Ard
Miller
LaFayette
Associated Press
Arkansas Dailies, Inc
Memphis
Sterick Big
New York City
Graybar Ride
Chicago
Detroit
Mich
Woodward Ave
St. Louis
Star
Hatcher
Bobbs-Merrill
North Dakota arrest criticized over skunk case medal call
North Dakota authorities faced criticism for arresting a man found with 40 live skunks. Some advocate granting him a medal, arguing the action should have been handled differently as Thanksgiving approaches and political tensions rise with Republicans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
Constipation Dental Advice Promotes Regular Habits
A health note argues that constipation is a symptom, not a disease, and that regular habits, diet with bulk, adequate water, and daily routines prevent it. It warns against excessive laxatives, emphasizes posture and abdominal exercise, and suggests a fixed bowel time and mindful response to the urge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellinz
howWell
Local Visitors Reported at Pres Sit Friday Afternoon
Sweet Home 7. and Mrs. Charlie Grimes and Uns Edoyd and Hoyett attended for hare Sunday. Mrs. W. T. Yarberry of Caneyville visited in Pres Sit Friday afternoon. Mrs. Watson Yancy of Hope visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Spears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie Grimes
Edoyd and
Hoyett
W. T. Yarberry
Caneyville
Pressit
Watson Yancy
Hope
and. S
WE. Spears
Your Children by Olive Roberts Barton
A family tale centers on Jane recovering from illness and the bond with her older brother Jack. Grandma urges firmness, recalling Molly’s son, now doctor Stark, who proves his worth saving Jane. The narrative contrasts dreamers with workers, valuing work alongside hobbies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olive Roberts Barton
Grandma
Jane
Jack
Molly
Chilt
Tim
Bank
Stark
Bruce "Patterns of Wolfpen" by Harlan Hatcher review
A reviewer praises Bruce Patterns of Wolfpen as a rare, beautiful modern novel. The book portrays a Kentucky valley in 1885, where isolated life yields a rich culture amid encroaching industrial change from timber and coal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harlan Hatcher
Kentucky
Murder at Riverview Ends in Haunting Coverup
The tale centers on Captain Mahoney and the homicide squad uncovering a complex embezzlement and murder plot. Peter Malone aka Cathay and his accomplice Fisher manipulate witnesses, with Shillingby shadowed, to hide past crimes. Morden’s key testimony finally links Cathay to the murder, ending the case with a somber reveal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gore
Mahoney
Homicida Squad
Fisher
Kenneth Booneeng
Esther Ordway
Allee Lorton
Grid
Efr
Nin
Peter Malone
Riverview
Frank Beathay
South Africa
Sue
Blanche
Cathay
Heaven
Earib
Blanche Malone
Mrs. Malone
Fister
Gritt
Bhillinghy
Maloos
Tim
Malone
Shillnghy
Shiltnghy
Cathey
Shiiighy
Kiel Shillingby
Shordier
Shillimgby
Shil Ungby
Lampson
Shitlinghy
Decker
Bleeker
Cox
Stella Markley
Misher
Cathry
Poole Men
Morden
Ninh Apt
Shilinghy
Quest Thong
Morten
Beled
Allen Lorton
Bonne
E Fisher
Fenr
Courea
Witeh Stall
Wigshor
Erie
Griff
Cathy
Viva Cathay
Aden Chouhty
Stonea Mat Baillinshy
Ney
Glorifying Yourself and Youth Hygiene Advice
A fragmented column by Alicia Hart on grooming and self image urges daily routines for girls, including teeth brushing, hair care, and skin care, with a brief moral on parental guidance shaping mature appearance. It mixes miscues about health and etiquette with stray reflections and a stray legal note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olisen
Fen
How Calotabs Help Nature To Throw Off a Bad Cold
Calotabs are advertised as a thorough intestinal cleanser and diuretic helping the body fight colds. One or two tablets the first night, with a possible third night dose, are claimed to purge the intestinal tract and promote kidney elimination of toxins. The ad touts cost at twenty five cents for a family package and ten cents for a trial package.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Star Publishing Co. Inc
Palmer & Alex
H. Washburn
The
Palmer
Alex. H. Washburn
Pubilsner
Arkansas
Thic
Tweedledum and
Tweedledee
Seares
Sweet Home
Bruce
Sons Xeon Popwetten
Alicia Hart
Toledy
Helen Welshimer
Oxfords
Ladies & Childrens Black Blacher Oxfords
Childrens
Compton Bros
Hope, Arkansas
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!