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Newspaper
Ismay Journal
Location
Ismay, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1912
Page
2
The Ismay Journal notes the annual coal shortage returning and mentions a Leeds cleric urging courting for his church, reflecting on Leeds reading habits and local concerns.
Baltimore forecasts a lobster shortage limited to the edible variety. The city hints at supply constraints while noting a playful shift toward universal baseball slang and cross language gaps.
Street gas lamps first appeared in 1807 and some lanterns have not yet been replaced. The note records enduring early lighting infrastructure and its lasting presence in certain areas.
A Bavarian report notes kissing on railroad trains amid safety worries. An eastern judge labels a safety razor a dangerous weapon after a shaving mishap. The piece also cites 1911 coal use in New York, steady lobster prices, and counterfeit concerns with $20 and $100 bills.
A giant German airship blew up inside a hangar but no people were harmed. The incident drew curiosity amid unusual claims about grafted plants and fruit at a New York paper, prompting speculation about seeds or a core.
A Brooklyn man reports his wife owns eighteen rocking chairs placed where they disrupt daily life and may cause harm through clutter or obstruction.
A German savant claims German sausage contains high microbial content. The finding raises concerns about consumer safety and urges inspections of processed meats.
Kansas City women organize a bridge club to curb husbands gambling behavior. The group aims to provide structured leisure and social support while promoting responsible recreation.
A hydroaeroplane was successfully used to aid a drowning man in distress. The aircraft provided flotation support and helped bring the man to safety, highlighting the versatility of air rescue methods in water emergencies.
An old horse was retired by its owner and lingered in distress until granted permission to resume work. The tale evokes the irony of calling it horse sense while the animal suffered.
A Pennsylvania man was fatally stung by honey bees in an incident highlighting dangers of bee encounters. The remark suggests considering import of stingless English bees to prevent such deaths.
A doctor remarks that the stomach is built for continuous work while the pocketbook is not. The quote contrasts enduring digestion with financial strain, framing a study or column on health and economics.
The article states there is no basis for the rumor that landlords will hire Eskimos as janitors in apartment buildings. It emphasizes the rumor’s lack of foundation and provides a cautionary note against spreading unverified claims.
Reid argues hydroplanes are safer than airplanes as they always land on water, avoiding hard ground. He contends water landings reduce injury risk and provide a gentler stop for pilots and passengers.
An airman notes that forgetting a fever or illness can happen as easily as forgetting routine duties. He compares hay fever to attention lapses and warns that lapses may lead to serious infections or health issues if unchecked.
An authority suggests a man may live to 125, but such ages are rare. The remark notes few reach such extremes and implies it is improbable in practice.
Burglars entered a New York dentist’s office and stole eighteen sets of false teeth prompting concerns for patients. Police investigated the break in as victims faced costly replacements.
A Winsted resident relies on a cornet to deter deer from his orchard. The note questions whether Connecticut invented the wooden nutmeg and plays on local lore surrounding unusual tales.
The note urges action to investigate rampant rat infestation and its heavy costs. It mentions the Geneva mechanic who rescued a woman only to throw her back, revealing a cruel twist tied to his mother in law.
A historical note implies trousers for men became common only in the last century and suggests women may adopt similar dress in a future era. The remark frames evolving gender norms and fashion timelines with a speculative tone.
Parisians and Americans agree that the latest feminine apparel is stylish and provocative, with critics noting the daring edge that defines modern fashion. The trend blends European chic with American practicality, signaling a bold design movement.
A factory inspector ruled a 210 pound fourteen year old boy in New Orleans too young for work. The remark questions whether he should instead be sent to college.
A Gotham judge ruled no court can stop a woman from worrying her husband though the fact did not require a formal ruling. The decision emphasizes personal liberty over legal constraint.
Elwood Pierce hides in the woods to avoid a dinner date while Nancy Mason flees a chaperone and a looming marriage trap. He helps her retrieve a lost shoe and escapes pursuit with a hastily arranged ride to Mrs. Wharton’s dinner, chasing a chance to prove himself in a real case of love and ambition.
Authors often earned four figure sums today while early years brought little. Conan Doyle did not clear $100 in his first year but earned $35,000 pre publication for Rodney Stone. Stevenson Meredith Trollope Twain also rose from meager starts to substantial fame and fortune.
In a dim conservatory a couple sits as she toys with a fan and he whispers. He leans close and kisses her cheek, startling her. She exclaims with a mix of fear and playfulness and invites him to frighten her again.
An author urges turning ordinary household duties into practical exercise. She recalls sweeping as The Bell Ringers, balancing on tiptoes to grab imagined grapes, and kneeling raises to build strength. Daily chores become health boosting activities when performed gladly.
Answers discuss making a shampoo from soap and water with optional ammonia or salts of tartar, proper scrubbing and rinsing, and advice on curl fluids for summer. Vera is advised on facial massage, cold water tonics, and a sage remedy for dandruff. author endorses a preferred scalp tonic.
Ribbons featuring a picot edge are introduced as easier to twist into a crush belt than using a plain piece of material. The new ribbon design is described as more user friendly for belt making.
Reply to "Shorty" offers advice on hair styling for a growing girl with golden hair. It suggests studying flattering hair arrangements like a Psyche knot and coronet braids, notes soap clean teeth, and recommends Norfolk serge outfits with guimpes for school along with warm coats.
The author notes weekly response limits, mentions Thimble parties and Christmas presents. Advice includes inviting a friend to tea on Sunday, suggesting thoughtful gestures and serving hot chocolate with crackers to accompany conversations.
A reader asks when a woman becomes an old maid and if a couple with a small age gap should marry. The columnist replies there is no set age and notes that there are essentially no old maids today, urging that love and happiness matter more than rigid labels.
The author advises considering risk of loss if a girl lends a ring and weighs customary exchanges. She notes class pins are replaceable but valuable rings are not and cautions against loaning costly items. The writer also says a seventeen year old girl can have good boy friends and daytime companionship, but may not be ready for steady company.
It is always proper to use finger bowls though not always done. Each guest should have an individual finger bowl placed on a plate. A hostess may wear flowers if she has them.
Gifts are never required. If you wish to give one, send it to the bride before or after the reception, whichever is more convenient. It is customary to send remembrances as soon as the invitations go out.
The writer thanks friends for their compliments about the department and notes a linen shower will be held in the afternoon for the bride-elect. It will include intimate friends, a ribbon decorated basket of gifts, and tea, sandwiches, and small cakes.
The English actor Robert Loraine notes American shopping allure telling of a married man asking for silk stockings. A floor walker waves to endless counters and cheerful saleswomen, sparking a vivid image of department store abundance and charm.
A wife declares her husband innocent and obediently retrieves 17000 dollars from the bank, saying her husband saved from a 150 dollar monthly salary over six months. The exchange sets up a dramatic confrontation about guilt and honesty in a municipal or official circle.
A reader recalls an uncomfortable exchange about a man named Baggs, noting his unattractive appearance and a dogged expression that reminds another of a pet terrier in a terse dialogue.
Dialogue snippets reveal playful quips about domestic gadgets and partnerships. The exchange contrasts a fireless cooker with a smokeless husband, highlighting lighthearted household banter from a bygone era.
An advertisement claims Cole's Carboli salve stops itching and smooths the skin for skin diseases. Sold by all druggists in 25 and 50 cent sizes.
An ad touts Dr. Pierce's Pellets as sugar-coated remedies to regulate and invigorate the stomach liver and bowels. The copy notes patients either praise or rail at their physician and ends with a line about cheap skates outside skating rinks.
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