How Far Back Can You Remember
An Indianapolis Sun reader asks how to answer an atheist who denies heaven or future life. The reply argues atheism is self worship, urges focusing on memory limits and human faith, and urges not wasting time debating with atheists. The piece stresses humility before cosmic wonders and cautions against intellectual vanity.
Do Not Dwell On Troubles. Improve Yourself First
A reflective exhortation to stay optimistic and constructive amid social upheaval. Focus on self improvement, resilience, and practical frugality. Emphasizes conserving resources, helping others by example, and preparing for future changes rather than dwelling on scarcity or despair.
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Ella
The Manicure Lady and the Head Barber Debate Women
In a backstage style exchange, the Manicure Lady vents about female clients while the Head Barber defends workers and jokes about women. The talk shifts from air in the shop to opinions on famous actors and public figures, ending with a clash over respect and tipping.
Grass plots shipped from Jersey City to Cortlandt Street
A seed store in Cortlandt Street New York ships grass plots daily from Jersey City. The plots are shallow boxes filled with earth where grass grows and are sold by the foot. A political agitator comments he has a fighting chance for the vote.
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Cortlandt Street
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Lecture Notice Sparks Debate on Demon Rum Phrase
A reader complains about a notice for a lecture on the Demon Rum, and the editor defends the wording as a witty remark. The exchange centers on a judge questioning the phrase full of her subject used to describe the lecturer's state.
Woman Opposed to Suffrage Prefers Husband Over Vote
A woman opposed to suffrage argued she preferred a husband to a vote. She asserted that political action should be left to men, reflecting a conservative stance on women’s participation in public life.
Harold's rain ride ends in a drenched return
A boy named Harold, sent to a party, is given a half dollar for a cab if rain comes. It rains heavily, and he arrives drenched. He tells his father he followed orders by riding home on top of the cab, calling it a dandy ride.
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the Grand
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Licome
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