Pert Paradoxes and Social Misreadings in Everyday Life
A collection of wry observations on gender expectations and self confidence. The speaker notes how men and women are judged, how haste and patience vary, and how people claim to know best yet rarely prove it. The piece entertains with aphorism like quips on modern living.
The Speed Mania and the Fearsome Race Car Experience
A vivid portrayal from Hampton's Magazine describes driving at extreme speeds, the wind and dust tearing at the eyes, the engine roaring, and the rider fearing a fatal turn yet reveling in the rush. The excerpt contrasts thrill seekers with the dangers of near destruction on the road.
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Ehhes
Hampton’s Magazine
Difference Between Man and Brute Stumps Class
A teacher spent over half an hour trying to teach boys the difference between man and animals. He asked Tommy to name the difference between him and a pig. Tommy replied he did not know, while another teacher laughed. London Answers.
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Tommy
London
Excursion to Seaybore Portland by B and N Co special train
The B and N Co announces a special train excursion to Portland on August 2 for La Grande passengers, departing 8 PM and arriving 7 15 PM the next day. Steamers from Portland, T J Potter at 8 20 AM and Hasenlo at 8 PM on Wednesday and Thursday offer return options. Reserve sleeping cars now via agent J H Kebney.
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Portland
J. H. Keeney
la Grande
Wm. McMurray
Oregon
Io Portland
T. J. Potter
Hasenlo
J. H. Kebney
Agétt
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