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Newspaper
Ismay Journal
Location
Ismay, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1912
Page
2
Lighthearted items sweep the paper from vacation strains to fashion notes. Reports mention a Boston strike, raw bean worries, carrot stockings in London, a wife’s seven language dispute, rising hat prices, and a New York women club expanding after admitting men. Washington treasury concerns and humorous observations close the column.
A scientist announces a novel technique to make a ghost walk and predicts acclaim from the theatrical profession.
The Montenegrin ruler has continued to wear a silk hat for sixteen years indicating a unusual personal habit. The report notes the image contrasts with the nation’s modern changes as observers discuss relics of tradition.
Professor Fuchs argues that men and women have always flirted yet the riddle of Eve flirting lacks company beyond her husband, prompting playful speculation on ancient courting.
A Philadelphia physician claims to have found an elixir of life and suggests the city’s sleep brand may conceal this unexpected virtue. The report frames the claim as a sensational breakthrough awaiting verification.
A Wyoming woman files for divorce claiming her husband assaulted her with a tomahawk. The case highlights domestic violence and seeks relief in the wake of the attack.
In Tacoma a man was stopped from offering his wife in exchange for two city lots. The court may have ruled the deal exploited an innocent victim.
A Paris scientist says humanity may be fed by electricity within a few years, though not necessarily as currant juice. The claim hints at future energy tech but leaves the exact form unspecified.
In a Chicago sermon the preacher declares today’s women styles an abomination to the Lord. The sermon raises curiosity about the source of his information.
Experienced observers warn that fall hat styles for all genders may bring bold trends and potential wardrobe challenges. Experts suggest readiness for abrupt changes and practical styling choices amid evolving millinery.
A lighthearted note reports a python at the New York zoo fasting for a single annual meal. The joke adds that making ends meet comes easy for a python. It also mentions a candymaker's fortune and estate exceeding two million dollars as proof of reward for sweetness.
Editors declare women must wear long skirts again causing sidewalks once necessary to be swept less thoroughly as street cleanliness priorities shift.
In a New York borough a proposal to tax funerals sparks a public debate over the cost of living versus dying as residents weigh financial impact and personal choice.
A Philadelphia father surprised his daughter with a massive 300 pound cake as a wedding present. The unusual gift drew attention for its size and celebratory drama at the family event.
A provocative remark suggests the phrase furore transitoria could excuse any act of violence. The comment questions whether temporary frenzy should shield perpetrators from accountability.
The city grapples with a growing cat surplus and considers pairing cats with agencies addressing rat control. Officials weigh humane options and public safety implications while exploring partnerships to reduce pest issues.
A Chicago woman says bigger men are preferable husbands as small men struggle to enter the house late at night without being heard.
In a health resort Pee Wee seeks company for a mouse funeral. She recruits a blue skirt girl and a weary man, but they form a new bond through a resurrection plan, leaving Pee Wee to retreat with a cookie while watching their scene unfold.
An old column warns nervous mothers may have nervous babies and outlines how sleep, digestion, and feeding affect a infant's growth. It suggests cow’s milk modified with barley water as a substitute when breastfeeding is unsuitable and advises consulting a physician for proper feeding decisions.
An essay urges girls to cultivate a honeyed voice through listening, practice, and breathing exercises. It links tone quality to social power, notes common faults like high pitch and nervous tension, and offers home methods, diet tips, and hygiene to improve vocal health.
The article notes a wave of new ruffles this spring featuring soft taffeta in shot colorings with frayed ruche edging and a center taffeta option with marabout edging. Neck frills in ostrich feathers, in black and white or pale tones, are shown as stylish and versatile accessories.
A reader asks if hosting a birthday gathering is proper for a young man and what to include. The response says informal invitations by phone, simple treats like ice cream and a birthday cake, and suggests guessing contests since card games and dancing aren’t allowed.
A 12 to 15 year old writer signs as J. B S requesting fresh indoor games. He notes regularly kids play at various homes with “clay In and clay out” but expresses fatigue and asks for published new games for their evenings.
A birthday celebration during a family gathering features adults revisiting childhood games in the moonlight. A college professor suggests Hide and Seek and the group enjoys the playful pastimes after supper.
A letter to a Faithful Reader warns on hat handling and hosting decorum. It discourages couples leaving a dance together and long jaunts alone, and advises politely acknowledging guests, filling programs, and writing letters. It advocates modest, old fashioned conduct and discourages touching hands.
A reader asks for recommendations among many cook books and notes difficulty finding items. The writer mentions several worthy volumes and declines to name titles or provide addresses. The letter requests a self addressed stamped envelope through the paper for a reply.
Reply to an Orphan Blonde accuses a teen girl of being out late with a boy. The writer commends calling her aunt and warns against future outings with the unnamed boy. The note labels the boy as ungentlemanly and recalls a teen girl as young as fourteen.
A reader asks for etiquette guidance on timely communication after a wedding ceremony or reception. The question seeks a practical window for returning a call to acknowledge the event and show courtesy.
In a lighter note on etiquette, authorities once urged calls within two weeks of events, but modern practice accepts up to a month, reflecting slower-paced social expectations. The shift shows how ceremonial traditions adapt to contemporary schedules.
A clipped advice note from MADAME MERRI offers fashion pointers and etiquette glimpses. It urges riding horseback with any saddle, notes some people mature early, and suggests dresses should sit slightly below shoe tops before bidding readers to return.
In Upper Sandusky Ohio Mrs Bens H Stansbury credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring her health after severe fatigue back and nerve troubles. She describes prior hospital advice and lasting relief after using the product. The ad touts the remedy as a 30 year standard for female ills and urges others with similar symptoms to try it.
Ex sultan Mulai Hafid, visiting Vichy France, visited Les Arboisieres where Napoleon III rested. Three sisters asked him to sign post cards after singing. Hafid praised the two performers and added the third sister’s name after another sang, naming Gabrielle.
A prominent local boxer, injured in an automobile accident months ago with three broken ribs, says he received $100 from the auto owner. He notes he paid the lawyer half and $66 in medical bills, but ultimately the settlement netted him $100.
In Australia and Tasmania as well, wood chopping and sawing competitions draw huge interest and champions consistently win using American tools. Experts in the field would not consider other tool brands for prize work.
The status notes the street car plan remains unresolved while a new safety concern arises. It hints that some men work overtime to earn a dishonest living, suggesting corruption or illicit activity around the project.
A Missouri physician narrates his relief from nervous heart trouble after quitting coffee and using Postum. He testifies to better heart function, recommends Postum for patients with heart or stomach issues, and notes it tastes better when prepared correctly. The ad cites Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan and the slogan There’s a reason.
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