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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1920
Page
3
A fragment recalls a Monday morning incident where a friend entered unannounced. The speaker replies awkwardly, and the encounter leaves the subject noticeably embarrassed, altering future behavior toward the exchange.
The fragmentary quotation reflects a troubled view of media and heroin trade circulation, noting a wife’s fatigue with daily headlines and a momentary memory of a distant topic amid broader crime reporting. It conveys media fatigue and sensationalism in a fractured London Answers style.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets for relief from constipation headaches colds biliousness and general discomfort. The copy presents a quick remedy aimed at broad ailments with energetic claims and a call to purchase.
Discover Cas Carets to banish headaches bad breath and stomach discomfort. They act without griping or upsetting the stomach and promise gentle daily use for lasting comfort.
Airminghen Ace-Perald reports a high society suit where the wife of a multimillionaire sues the wife of another wealthy man to recover possession of an English butler amid a gilded circle. The piece argues the servant shortage problem is acute in these circles.
An older notice urges use of Red Cross Bull Pine in every home saying it keeps clothes white without harming fabric and is sold by good grocers. The fragment references Se as a supplier or locale.
The lawyer states the judge’s charge to the jury is wrong and clarifies that no payment was made. The record notes payment to the involved party for their work is denied.
An advertisement touts Diamond Dives as guaranteeing new fadeless color for wool silk linen cotton and blends. It urges customers to inspect the Diamond Dye over any color with a color card and a sample book in the package to show dealers.
Georgette compliments Tricotine on her red hair and jokes about the dye. Tricotine asks if the look is expensive, and Georgette quips that she used six bottles of tomato ketchup for the touch up.
Critics ignored by crowds, applause proves more persuasive than harsh words. Performers receive unwavering backing as audiences respond with cheers and standing ovations.
Aspirin tablets bearing the Bayer stamp are promoted as genuine and safe, with the Bayer Cross logo on package and tablets. Directions cover remedies from colds to rheumatism, and a reminder to say Bayer at purchase with small tin boxes sold cheaply.
A hidden iron furnace near Steubenville in Hancock county WV is linked to Peter Tarr who produced cannon balls used by Commodore Perry at Lake Erie. The site, found during construction for a West Virginia steel plant, is said to be the first front forge on this side of the Alleghenies, with Tarr supplying munitions by mule overland to Perry’s forces near Put in Bay and Kelleys Island.
A National Geographic bulletin highlights Gloucester Massachusetts as the mother of American fisheries and forecasts a revival of its historic port. The article notes famed maritime lore linked to Kipling Connolly Ward and Longfellow and mentions Norman's Woe Rafe's chasm the rocking stone Old Mother Ann and Whale's Jaw as local natural wonders along with the magnolia glaucus plant.
A traveler notes that in Europe the sign painless dentistry attracts Americans, serving as a symbol of home for travelers abroad. He asserts the term often accompanies or replaces the word American, and that foreign dentists rarely advertise painless care while American rivals do.
Terre Haute Boy Scouts described an all day hike on the Wabash to friends, noting frozen ground and river blasts. An executive quipped that it was so cold they had to break ice off pancake batter, drawing amused audience reaction.
Michelon of the Alliance Francaise reports a Marseilles business firm seeking information on Indiana Indian products, reflecting limited cross Atlantic knowledge beyond New York and the East Coast.
At a National Academy of Sciences meeting Dr Simon Flexner described the unknowns of sleeping sickness the disease recently appearing in America. He said the cause mode of spread and cure were not yet known.
A witty exchange recalls Eve and the apple as the forbidden fruit. Callow laments Eve’s fondness for apples while Cynicus notes it was the forbidden fruit that mattered.
The note from Billingham mentions buying a hunting dog last week. Mumby asks if it is a pointer. reply is negative, labeling the dog a disappointer.
Farmers discuss the prodigal son returning home and the family’s concern over his habits and brand choices, contrasting the old home comfort with a joking poke at cigarette brands and local fame. The exchange hints at family pride, humor, and social expectations in a rural setting.
Terry, a roly poly colored man, has served 19 years as Harvard College’s human encyclopedia in the recorder’s office. He recalls every face and name since 1900, knows dates of Weld Hall fires, Government 7B start, overseers, Harvard Williams game scores, and other Harvardiana, and is consulted by faculty for fast facts.
The scene centers on Mr Peck and his wife as the artist Pimear presents a lifelike portrait. The wife notes the portrait’s realism caused Mr Peck to remain silent, and she responds that its life likeness demanded permission to speak.
A witty exchange describes Mrs Giddersleigh as a stunning matron. A bachelor quips she remains appealing enough to sigh and claim aging looks still tempt fate with a humorous self deprecation.
In Nevada a curious mineral group called sociable stones move toward one another when dispersed on a flat surface. Campers noticed the stones huddle into a pile as they drift and roll together, seemingly drawn by an unseen force, a playful curiosity observed on a boulder.
In a courtroom exchange a lawyer questions a juror about opinions on the case. The juror responds with a stubborn stance that he feels the city is guilty but claims no one has set him. The dialogue reflects a juror expressing personal certainty while denying external influence.
A dialog shows Senator Sorghum resisting a push for education campaigns as rural voters grow confident in their political knowledge, signaling tension between lawmakers and constituents over campaign strategy. The exchange hints at rising public assertiveness and incumbents' cautious approach to outreach.
A brief exchange defines thrift as a father's duty to curb spending so his wife can indulge in extravagance, reflecting household finance attitudes and gender roles in a domestic vignette.
A critical line notes Bolshevik voices blaming conditions and urging harsher action. The remark signals intensified rhetoric and planned escalation as unrest grows.
A brief dialog reveals a candid view of engagement as a practical choice. The girl admits the fiancé is not her ideal, but the best offer she could obtain. The exchange captures a witty, modern tone about marriage expectations.
A narrator asks Geraldine where she is bound and she replies to attend court for a breach of promise suit, noting it is the fourteenth she has attended. She vows to maintain calm self-possession in the courtroom like the judge.
The exchange notes a fine display of old curiosities and remarks on the collection being worthwhile. A comment about meeting Debs Ihes wife at a recent dance adds a humorous observation about age among the curios.
A dialogue contrasts the value of close ups in cinema with a stricter view on facial expressions. The critic argues they reveal the star's emotion, while the other dismisses beauty when the face appears exaggerated, likening it to a full moon.
A male candidate laments defeat to a female rival who is winning support by giving beauty tips to women voters. He believes his focus on hog raising and wheat lacks appeal. The exchange highlights gendered campaigning and voter priorities.
A lighthearted quip notes a girl who is very sensitive and fears mockery. The joke hinges on her avoiding the zoo’s hyenas, playfully suggesting her fear of laughter from others.
A fragment recalls a confrontation between a wealthy factory owner and a boastful workingman. The owner seeks labor while the worker delivers scornful, painful mockery about class and authority.
A quotation from a 19th century promotional line promises wealth to the inventor of a noiseless filover. The item notes a curious historical pitch linking invention and fortune.
Demetra Vaka, author of Haremik and In the Shadow of Islam, once served as governess for J Fenimore Cooper’s two grandsons. The elder son, after a lesson on Bible authorship, asked who wrote the Bible, declaring softly that he believed his grandfather wrote it.
President Kreeze discusses the trend of the times citing a minister and his ambitious brother in law. A lawyer friend asks to borrow two dollars but the minister offers one. A cousin milk wagon driver interrupts with an invite to Ye Village Inn for a five dollar chicken and waffle luncheon.
The Minneapolis Journal notes the extinction of Japanese waltzing mice due to the war era changes. Once common as curios for children, these pets are now memories with Ed Jloucy confirming they are no longer raised in the United States. It suggests they may survive in Japan under immigration restrictions.
French scientists report sorghum husks produce a gum usable for dyeing wool silk leather and vegetable fibers. Colors offered include sun proof and soup proof shades of red pink gray and dark brown.
A Florida Times Union item quotes a humorous remark about marriage and flattery. It notes the speaker’s critique of a husband's changing susceptibilities and contrasts prior charm with current indifference. The brief vent offers a wry social observation from the era.
A brief Pittsburgh Leader quotation shows a speaker dismissing debate with a deaf opponent, saying even if heard a response would be wasted. The snippet highlights ironclad disengagement in political discussion and the perceived futility of arguing with unresponsive opposition.
A Sandy Mush resident recalls neighbors and strangers gathering on his porch at dusk. They suspected a surprise party and learned the crowd was prompted by a tale that a bottle of fine liquor was placed in the Tomlinville courthouse cornerstone, sparking curiosity about the corner.
A shabby visitor asks a favor then refuses money, offering to act as Gramps son’s pallbearer with his own white gloves, provoking tension as he edges toward the door in Birmingham.
A death bed moment on the film set drew an art director’s ire as he urged the actor to convey more life. The exchange highlights the tension between performance and direction during a pivotal scene.
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