A Sweet Job Tamed By Wild Honey
An indolent youth confesses that his strenuous task, a siren of labor, is taming wild honey as he speaks of the unusual work. The fragment hints at a personal reflection on effort and discipline in a curious trade.
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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1918
Page
8
An indolent youth confesses that his strenuous task, a siren of labor, is taming wild honey as he speaks of the unusual work. The fragment hints at a personal reflection on effort and discipline in a curious trade.
Dr W. B. Pingree, Optometrist, offers eye tests without drugs and same day lens grinding. Located at N Side Square in Carthage Missouri, one of the best optical services in southwest Missouri.
A compact philosophical line suggests courage prevents self harm, framing bravery as a safeguard against despair. The aphorism presents a stoic stance on resilience and personal agency in adversity.
A brief reflection on courage shown in pursuit of a worthy aim. The phrase suggests enduring hardship for principles and community benefit, praising steadfastness and selflessness as hallmarks of true heroism.
The saying notes that many earn reputations as great conversationists by letting others speak. It underscores a social dynamic where listening is central to interpersonal influence and perceived verbal skill.
Quote from Franklin urging action to improve conditions. Encourages self effort to bring about improvement, celebrating hopeful resolve and practical steps to better days.
A new publication titled How to Live Longer prompts readers to consider longer life and better health as many feel they are short on life spans. The work highlights practical ideas for extending longevity and well being.
In a light quip the nervous philosopher notes a paradox of marriage and money. Jones claims he cannot marry due to finances, while Tom’s marriage proves wives cost more, creating a humorous reflection on relationships and budget.
A compact reading of aphorisms and scattered notes argues for prudence and integrity. It quotes John Boyle O'Reilly on diffidence in good sense and links character to one’s company while noting antelope speed and virtues forged in distress. A brief joke about a wife eloping with a chauffeur ends the piece.
A theater or social column records a witty remark by a business woman as she greets Mr. Stocks and jokes about securing affection to prompt her husband to sue for alienation of affections. The line reflects sharp social banter and era dialogue.
A wry remark notes that when a person’s thoughts are elsewhere they tend to wear a vacant stare. The line captures a playful view of attention and perception.
An exchange notes that the three ball sign in front of certain shops is of Indian origin and suggests it may originate from the Pawnee. The Boston Transcript records the remark as a supposition.
The Boston Transcript quotes a quip on misconstrued silence and philosophical misreadings. It notes a wife accusing a man of sitting and thinking in a coy exchange about speech and inference.
A mother bids her son farewell urging punctuality at camp and not to keep breakfast waiting, emphasizing timely habits as he begins a new chapter. The brief admonition reflects homey wisdom on discipline and daily routines.
A brief humorous item from the Commerce News notes that a mule and buggy once drew attention near the old country church, but the automobile outshines them by staying steady and not breaking loose or gnawing shade trees.
Pvt Arthur L. Snyder writes from the trench front detailing grim daily tasks hauling shelter materials and defending against German planes. He describes mud rain shortages bread health fears and longing for home with wary humor and wartime resolve.
Dennis Grider writes from France with Davis in the Military Police. He describes proximity to the front, shell bursts near their shack, daily chores, and keeping clean under hard conditions. He notes limited pay, hopes for home by winter, and asks for letters and jerseys, signing from the 3rd Military Police Company A. E. F. P.O. Box 750.
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