Consideration for the Pastor
Reported dialog from a circus day scene involving Goat Simmons and Deacon Holler. A dancer claimed as an Orient is described in a striped tent drawing crowds. The exchange implies concern and a request to inform Pastor Bagster about the act.
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Holler
Pahsen
My Grandfather and a Life of Odd Feats
A reminiscence recalls a long life filled with remarkable episodes. The narrator describes the grandfather felling a giant near a gate in the south meadow, halting a runaway horse in town, and sipping hot teddy before breakfast. He mentions pipe tobacco, a son Henry who could lift a barrel of flour, and a Missouri State fullback with two silver jumping cups. The vignette ends with a scene of a man washing a window on the thirtieth floor of the Woolworth building and the speaker fainting in a taxi.
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South Meadow
Sutter
Greveley & Miller's
Henry
Missouri State
Tom Henry
Woolworth
New York Tribune
Summer Cold Remedy Ad Highlighting Boschee's Syrup
An elderly advertisement extols Boschee's Syrup as a swift cure for summer colds. It advises bed rest if possible, avoiding drafts and sudden changes, light meals, and occasional doses for relief from coughing and ease of exp ectoration. The syrup is touted as a safe, American made remedy sold in stores for over fifty years.
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America
Reconstruction in a Manner Burglars Blow Up Safe in City Eatery
A London Chronicle fragment recalls a quiet restaurant invaded by burglars who blew up the safe and damaged walls. The narrator notes ruined wood panels and chipped plaster as the tale unfolds from the corner seat.
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London Chronicle
His Invulnerability and Oil Stock Skepticism
An exchange shows Festus Pester’s firm stance that oil stock investments rarely return money. He dismisses the purveyor’s claims and declares only a tiny fraction of investors recoup funds, accusing the seller of peddling such opportunities.
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Old Festus
The New Class Speculates on Geography as a Science
In a classroom exchange, Willie is asked to name one of the speculative sciences and replies Geography. The moment underscores a playful lesson on categorizing knowledge in the school setting.
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Willie
Training Children to Be Kind and Firm in Right Actions
Guidance urges early formation of kindness and firmness. Emphasizes instilling self reliance in young children through consistent discipline and moral habit development.
Child’s self reliance through patient mothering essay
Mrs Ruth Heppner Swaine argues for fostering independence in children from infancy. Mothers should observe, wait, and provide gentle guidance, allowing self chosen play to build initiative and resilience, while avoiding overprotection and unnecessary interference.
The Delusion About the School Year
The author argues the traditional school calendar is a delusion and urges year round schooling. He cites summer classes in New York, worker benefits from knowledge, and fears of illiteracy. The piece advocates continuous education, vocational training, and keeping youths in structured study to prevent crime.
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New York
Republic
France
England
Europe
Carlyle
Niagara Falls
Senate steel strike inquiry delays foretold disaster
The Springfield Republican laments that if a preemptive law barred strikes during inquiry and reporting, a Canadian style compulsory investigation might avert upheaval. Yet the steel strike looms as months pass, with inevitable conflict and silence until the Senate begins probing after impact.
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Springfield Republican
Senate
Canada
Roosevelt Pardons Man On Condition With Clockwork Mercy
McClure's quotes Coloney at Roosevelt recounting a pardon granted to "Big Tim" Bullivan for a post office robbery. Tim must warn a former accomplice and report back after a year. The tale ends with Tim reporting the man’s year of steady work and good behavior.
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McClures
Coloney
Post Office
Department of Justice
Tim
Allantn
Tin
United States Contribution Amid Amoneless War Effort
A fragmented line notes a striking U S contribution to a common cause, highlighting a vast output described as amoneless orl L wh we Tee we ne, reflecting wartime production rhetoric.
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United States
Smokeless powder output near France and Britain
The report notes a production figure of about 632 million pounds of smokeless powder, nearly matching the combined output of France and Great Britain. The detail underscores the scale of wartime material production and the balance of Allied industrial capacity.
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France
Great Britain
Hoffman Couple Welcome Their Third Daughter Plenty
Mr and Mrs Thad Hoffman of Wichita announce the birth of a baby girl at their home. This is their third daughter and the child has been named Plenty.
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Abilene
Kan
Thad Hoffman
Wichita
In For Business Transcribes a Quiet Proposal Night
A fragmented dialogue shows a man named Shyboy planning a proposal to Mindi tonight as the family discusses her determined mood. The scene hints at an intimate household moment amid a corporate or business context.
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Shyboy
Mindi
Percolator Quip at Rural Meeting
A rural meeting yields an odd exchange as a woman offers coffee to an officer and a sergeant. The mother comments on appearances and jokes about putting on the percolator while the sergeant responds that she already looks fine.
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Fom
Father and Son Looks Like Side of a House Joke
A genial friend jokes about a father evaluating which side of the house resembles his son. The exchange plays on humor about appearance and timing as the father asks which side matches best.
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H Rm
No clear news item from brief dialogue snippet
Fragmentary lines present a domestic exchange about happiness and marriage, with no identifiable people, places, or organizations to anchor a summary. The text reads as dialogue rather than report.
Dallas News Patient Advice on Marriage Prospects
In a reflective note the Dallas News says many girls seek a future husband who equals or exceeds their father in character and appeal, suggesting high standards for a life partner. It emphasizes moral courage and steady conduct over flashy looks.
Buried Under Fire in Battle and Milk Fines Levyed
In World War II era prose a firefight description shows a unit ducking in a trench as shells explode nearby and a soldier pleads to the enemy to spare Private Wiepert. The article notes fines of 6s 5d imposed on farmers and dairymen in a local town for selling milk above the legal limit.
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American Legion Weekly
Wiepert
Ahind
Houtien
Bayer Aspirin Ad Claims Genuine Tablets for Pain
An advertisement promotes Bayer aspirin as genuine aspirin in Bayer packaging with directions for headache and other pains. It notes Bayer tablets cost a few cents in a handy tin of 12 and states aspirin is a trademark of Bayer. The copy ends with a wry line about anger.
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Bayer
Cuticura Talcum Promoted For Various Uses In Ad
An advertisement touts Cuticura trio products Soup Ointment and Talcum each 25 cents, praising scent and versatility for face skin baby and dusting needs. It advises mentioning Red Cross Blue to grocer when buying bluing and promises lasting satisfaction after first use.
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Red Cross
Bitro Phosphate Promises Strength For Nervous Types
Dr Frederick G Kolle endorses Bitro-Phosphate as a remedy for thin nervous people. A f grain tablet before meals is claimed to improve strength sleep and vitality with a money back guarantee if results are not seen in a few weeks. Enclosed is a 50 cent weekly supply from the druggist.
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Frederick G. Kolle
New York
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