Mistletoe Myths and Legends From Ancient Dawn to Christmas
A long narrative traces mistletoe's origins from Druids and Druids priests in Britain through Norse and Scandinavian legend. It explains the tradition of hanging mistletoe, kissing beneath it, and its associations with love, luck, healing, and protection across Europe.
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HEN & Young Mnon
Indy
Ance Atora
Britoly
Scandinavia
Bethlehem
Chelm
Walting
Chelin
Baldur
Wodin
Earth
Jupiter
Apollo
Diana
Latonia
Olympus
Baidur
Loki
Nanna
Valhalla
Thor
Wodla
Wodln
A Hot Excuse
A Frenchman was arrested for possessing many matches. The judge asked what he had to say. He stammered that the matches were foreign toys fit only to fight their own government with.
Don’t Worry About Pimples Advertises Cuticura Kit
An old advertisement promotes Cuticura Ointment for facial pimples advising to apply and wash off after five minutes with Cuticura Soap. It claims daily use keeps skin clear and offers a free sample by mail with a book, via Cuticura Dept. L Boston.
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Dept. L
Boston
Ady
Chore Time Long Past: Uncle Lige’s Clock Alarm
In a tale from a bygone era Uncle Lige buys a clock that malfunctions one night. The clock strikes and the old man wakes, counting 102. He rouses his wife Cynthy and urges her to rise, remarking that it is later than they have ever observed.
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Lige
Atrike
Ming
Otter Fellow Viewpoint Aims To Redefine Treaden
A fragment suggests seeking the otter fellow's perspective to understand treaden, implying a shift in viewpoint. The wording hints at a whimsical or allegorical piece rather than a factual report, with no clear dates or locations.
Noted Lord Northcliffe on Zeppelin attack in London
A New York dining scene remark reflects on British press during the Zeppelin raids. The speaker jokes that in their country a man is declared foul if he lacks sense to withdraw from danger, illustrating wartime sentiment.
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Lord Northcliffe
London
New York
Silk From Wood as England and France Boost Looms
Silk production from wood fiber gains importance in Cromwood Pulp industry. The craft rises as England and France expand looms and related textile ventures, signaling a shift in raw material use and industrial growth.
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England
France
Bride's Name Change Sparks Domestic Economy Story
Murray Cohen will hereafter be known by his wife’s name to preserve the bride’s family line. The note appears in a domestic economy column noting a name change to keep alive the bride’s family name. The story contrasts a husband’s modern approach with traditional ties in New York.
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Murray Cohen
Dielen Bernays
New York
Murray
Bor
Noone
August Flower Remedy for Digestive Ailments
Green's August Flower is promoted for stomach disorders and liver inactivity, claiming relief for sick headaches constipation sour stomach nervous indigestion and heart palpitations from stomach disorders. It is described as a gentle laxative that regulates digestion, cleanses the stomach and alimentary canal, and stimulates bile production, with bottles priced at 80 and 60 cents in civilized countries.
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Wil
Alas Bjones Cin restaurant cash only
Walter asks what is good tonight at Bjones Cin restaurant. The reply confirms cash only terms and signals casual, informal dining with a note on payment method.
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Walter
Necessities and Luxuries in a Tight Economy
The piece argues that the economy is strained because many needs were built from luxuries, making price control difficult. It reflects on how redefining essentials could simplify pricing and stabilize livelihoods.
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Idam
Bruce
Utica Globe
Nannon
Pliny
Cod
Europe
Holstein
Lacarne
Germany
Sweden
Cascara
Mr. Hill
Coats
RAZAN
V. N.U
Kansas City
Carter
Ruth
Iiss
Syme
Norway
Air Friction
Madison St
Dayton
A Lun Rei Ai i
Canada
U.S
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Ottawa
G. A. Cook
Main St
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