How Much Ought We to Weigh
Dr Harvey G Beck of the University of Maryland told the Los Angeles County Medical association a simple method to gauge wear weight. Start with 110 then multiply by 544 the inches a man exceeds five feet. Add this product to 110 to obtain the ideal weight.
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Cascarets Headache Cure Ad From Old Newspaper
An ad touts Cascarets for bilious headaches and sick stomachs. It describes poison buildup in intestines reabsorbed into blood, claiming the product cleanses the stomach, removes undigested food, and induces restful sleep. It markets a 10 or 16 cent box with quick morning relief.
Paris embraces celebrity dolls as portraits of living figures
In Paris a fad grows as dolls are crafted to resemble real people in face and dress. Celebrities start portraits in doll form with heads shaped to accent their features. Now a wide range of individuals seek similar likenesses, aiming for faithful attire as well as facial resemblance.
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Razorback hog at Virginia station prompts stropping joke
A Northern tourist in inland Virginia observes a lean animal with scraggy bristles on a platform. A lanky crnacker explains the creature is a razorback hog and that it is "stropping" itself by rubbing against a pine, prompting the tourist's amused inquiry.
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Marriage Advice Cut From A Jolly Reply
A playful exchange suggests a groom to be learns domestic skills. The mentor's quip promises competency after marriage in tying a necktie, fitting overshoes, and hooking up gowns, reflecting lighthearted social guidance.
Truth is mighty quotation from Bartlett inquiry
A reader asks for the continuation of a famous line, noting the fragment “Truth is mighty” and guessing the next words as “Senaree.” The inquiry seeks the complete quotation that follows this early variant of a well known maxim.
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John Smith Leads Push to Washington for Prohibition Show
John Smith drives a national movement to marshal a massive Washington parade aiming to end liquor traffic. Waller and Charliewollie coordinate media and police prep as Smith works days and nights, while Edith Mallon remains distant and hopeful.
Thursday for Girls helps Miss Mallon aid Washington women
In a Washington pattern, Miss Mallon opens her Thursday sessions to any girl seeking help or consolation. Mrs Griswold Kane, a gossiping social hub, visits Edith and notes rumors that she is engaged to John Smith, a whispered story that could distract him from his work.
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Watch Art Works Price Draws British Treasury Attention
London by mail reports a high level of funds for art purchases in England with competition among first and secondary masters driving prices up. Much buying is for American interests, while export quarters suspect substantial German involvement. Neutrals and Germans are said to seize remaining funds to invest in art for realization after the war.
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London
England
Treasury
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Accepted Challenge in Parliament Debate
In a parliamentary debate a Burrey Conservative challenged Irish courage as they protect their courier. A Surrey MP taunted them to say hoo to a ghost, prompting a high member to rise and, looking the opponent squarely, shout hoo before resuming his seat.
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Thomas admits end of crime career in Fort Worth
At Fort Worth Texas Thomas a soldier of fortune admitted his career of crime was at an end He said he was anxious to return to Los Angeles where he must answer swindling charges and other accusations from his past activities
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Paddy Flyon and the Bulldog Riddle
Paddy Flyon boasted of a large bulldog that followed him everywhere. A neighbor asked about the dog's health and Paddy replied the dog died. The exchange features a pun about inches and yards, ending with the neighbor's clarified interpretation.
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Dandruff Remedy Promises Hair Restoration
A vintage advertorial declares falling hair signals active dandruff and promotes Knowlton's Dandeline as a fix. It claims 25 cents buys a bottle, promising hair regrowth, luster, and fullness after short use with new hair visible within weeks.
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Country work prompt sparks quick office search
Ashley bursts into the employment agency asking for a cook to go to the country. The manager calls into the adjoining room inviting anyone willing to spend a day in the country.
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Harper's Magazine
Cuticura Advertisement Tips For Skin And Hair Care
An old advertisement advises soothing itching scalps with Cuticura Ointment and washing with Cuticura Soap. It promotes daily use, offers free samples by mail from Boston, and notes other product claims alongside a brief, unrelated snippet about Chile and a Russian timber merchant.
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A Financial Diagnosis
A medical lecturer advises on diagnosis and fees, noting a specialist’s rewards. He cites twenty five dollars for a home call, ten for office, five for a telephone consult. A voice in the crowd then asks how much to pass you on the street.
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Keep kidneys in order with Anuric tablets say doctor
Sudden death risk prompts testing and warning about kidney health. A famous physician urges avoiding excess meat salt alcohol and tea while drinking water to drive uric acid out, recommending Anuric double strength tablets from drug stores, the discovery of Dr. Pierce of Invalids' Bota Buffalo New York.
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Pierce
Invalidi’ Bota
Buffalo
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