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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1921
Page
4
Curtisle Tenderson traces a cheap furnished flat ad to a dramatic reunion. Carlisle and Alice, long separated, recognize each other while the couple plans to stay in the apartment, despite a subletter inquiry interrupting. The scene highlights a low advertised price spurring a chance at happiness.
A travel note describes a European or American traveler in a North China village greeted by locals with curiosity. An old map arouses questions as farmers observe the visitor with gentle, amused scrutiny. The piece reflects racial assumptions and the visitor’s attempts to explain misunderstandings about foreigners.
In a fragmented New York exchange Admiral Sify comments on extremism and the value of the battleship. Middle aged sailors discuss the ship’s worth while a naval cadet offers blunt, unclear remarks about morale and dawning value.
In a fragmentary note from the Birmingham Age Merch, a lawyer delivers an eccentric speech to the jury, claiming the wit of the women on the panel and warning against insinuations they cannot think clearly. The odd language suggests a courtroom moment marked by guile and digression.
A New York Sun account describes three stock market players dining together who, caught under a restaurant awning during a rainstorm, reveal differing temperaments. A reckless man bolts for the office, a second waits out the rain, and a conservative third exits only when the shower ends.
Maj. Willa Mo King a retired agricultural journalist and former Department of Agriculture employee is among the world’s youngest eighty nine year olds. He began smoking long ago for something to do and says the habit shows no ill effects. His family reportedly reached ripe old ages and his own routine aligns with a normal diet. King previously kept crop estimates data and offered the latest views on topics like boll weevil reduction, as cited by the Washington Post.
A historic claim places Ti White Deer Grotto University in Kiangsi province as the oldest in the world. The school reportedly opened about 900 A D, predating Salerno and early European institutions by centuries.
A New York Sun excerpt presents a dialogue where a father-in-law candidate downplays wealth, valuing sound judgment and cleverness. The young suitor acknowledges choosing a prospective father-in-law wisely and praises Grace for accepting him as an ordinary, poor man. The tone is witty social commentary on marriage and class expectations.
A New York Sun line notes the bride’s father pleased by the wedding. The humor recalls champagne among the wedding paraphernalia, highlighting a festive mood at the ceremony.
A fragmented line from a Detroit press page recalls a stage moment with a witty banter about a guest of honor described as a “fat woman” in a theatrical or public event note.
Mrs. M. Stegall of Paint Rock Alabama recounts a years long illness with weakness, pain, and insomnia. After trying doctors and remedies, Cardui allegedly boosted her appetite sleep and strength, and she credits it with saving her life. Thousands of women reportedly use Cardui for various ailments over four decades.
For rent a six room house with garage in good repair and a nice location. Terms: lease for a term of months. Inquiries to Clyde Wright, Agent, 100414 Main St. Phone 729 or 46. Also several agency notices offering canvassing work and sales opportunities for Watkins products in Missouri and Minnesota.
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