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Newspaper

Jasper News

Location

Jasper, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1917

Page

3

Sheep's Clothing Sheep's Clothing

Lydia Craven travels in New York as her father Craven pressures her to help with a necklace scheme while a detective reveals a planned ruse involving Lydia and Thaddeus Craven. Betty Merrilees learns the truth about a counterfeit necklace and a hidden bond with Craven amid hotel and taxi misadventures.

Puzzle Box Deception Revealed In Craven Case

Craven swapped a genuine despatch box for a counterfeit while a pursed clerk delayed. Peter confronts the implications as Mrs Beggaratoff and others pressure for answers. Tad is suggested but the confession is not yet spoken. TO BE CONTINUED.

Craven Peter

Preventing child illness through diet advice from Dr Wiley

Dr Harvey Wiley told Forsythe dental infirmary mothers that children should avoid candy and be fed whole wheat and milk. He urged selecting wholesome bran foods, critiqued white bread and sweets, warned of high heels harming motherhood, and claimed candy harms teeth and future wealth.

Harvey W. Wiley Forsythe Dental Infirmary The Boston Post

Vacation Temperance Message In Boston Bar Scene

An evangelist warns that alcohol ruins holidays in a temperance speech in Boston. A traveler and his wife board a steamer to Boston where the husband vanishes into a notorious bar as she appeals for him to join the view. The incident ends with the wife lamenting the lost vacation.

Boston George

Curiosity and the long road to exchange

Curious actions by high placed persons sparked a world debacle. They imagined one hand tied behind the world and extended to two hands, drawing many nations into conflict. Hostilities stretched for years, yet the final exchange proved worthwhile in their view.

No Need for Delay Johnny Declares Good Behavior

Johnny was invited to a party but stayed away to meet his uncle at the depot with his mother. The uncle promised a baseball if Johnny behaved, and Johnny said no waiting was needed since he had already proven his good behavior by staying home.

Fifty-sixth Street Lydia New York Caydin Lydian Creven Filene Mrs. Merrilees Mra. Merrilees Main Craven Betty Margrave Johnny

Maxima of agriculture from Pliny the Elder

A reflection on farming ethics stressing timely action and seasonality. It quotes Pliny the Elder urging that nothing must be done too late and opportunities that cannot be regained should be seized while they last.

Pliny the Elder

A Word for the Rattler Difference in Folklore Tales

A brief note contrasts the rattler as a bold speaker versus a sly sneak, emphasizing the value of giving others a chance while the cunning avoids. The piece uses metaphorical language to explore social conduct and reputation in informal speech.

Woman Reports Cure After Pinkham Treatment

Chicago woman details two years of illness with a female disorder that left her unable to walk. She credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with rapid relief and regained strength, stating she weighs 166 pounds and is as strong as a man. The ad extols the product as a standard remedy for female ills.

Chicago Ill Pinkham Lydia E. Pinkham Mra Jos, O'Bryan Newport Ave Chi Dia B. Pinkham

Two Varieties of Heroes From a Frontline Perspective

A reflective piece contrasts real heroes with make believe ones amid trench warfare. It cites an Atlantic writer on adjusting to near-certain death, noting that familiarity with danger eases mood, fosters kindness, and prompts sacrifices, while grenade blasts and wounded comrades still haunt the mind.

The Atlantic

The Tiger Scout Comment on a General’s Future Marriage

A famed French figure nicknamed The Tiger is quoted saying the general, though inactive in service, is not young enough to wed. The remark, noted after news of the forthcoming marriage, reflects sharp tongue and bold opinions about military figures.

France

What is the first step to have a good blow-out

A witty program line suggests the opening move in hosting a lively event is to raise the wind, implying creating a strong start with atmosphere and energy. The quip frames planning as fuel for a spirited gathering.

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