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Newspaper
Lovington Leader
Location
Lovington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1917
Page
7
Collier's Weekly describes soldiers marching in Petrograd under long tan overcoats singing a rolling bass song. The drill features a modified goose step, wide arm swings, and a steady cadence that evokes Kipling and conveys a sense of formidable force.
A large auto maker recycles scrap with varied uses. Old cushion springs become perch cushions, motors power boats, mufflers power stations, bodies become taxi cabs and liveries. Brass and aluminum go to foundry remelt. Stronger nickel steel ends fetch high prices. trimmings are kept separate for premium value.
The writer argues that mistaking moist or cold air as the cause of colds is misguided. He suggests an unknown quality in the air may trigger illnesses at times, but generally illness results from inadequate exercise relative to exposure. The letter reflects Ben Franklin's view on health and environment.
Ancient Egyptians used ovens heated with fermenting manure to incubate eggs in early times. This method marks one of the earliest documented efforts to hatch eggs artificially.
A Plymouth Massachusetts druggist Herbert Maxwell praises Dr Kilmer and Co Swamp Root as a kidney liver and bladder remedy. He claims it is the best seller on the market and urges readers to prove its benefits by sending ten cents for a sample bottle and booklet. Regular sizes priced at fifty cents and one dollar are available.
A resident considers why a neighbor digs in his yard with debates about gardening passion versus patriotic duty. The curiosity spans a week of observed activity.
A vintage Cuticura advertisement urges nightly and morning face washing with Cuticura Soap and hot water. It suggests applying Cuticura Ointment to pimples or dandruff before bathing and offers a free sample by mail with a book. Sent from Cuticura department in Boston.
Two speaking dogs discuss a dry topic and hint at a festive drink. The exchange blends curiosity and whimsy as they doggedly ponder a bone dry regard and a juley flavored notion.
Ad touts Red Cross Bag Blue as a detergent making laundress work easier and clothes whiter. References to grocers and general promotion suggest a consumer ad from a past era.
The marines are sea soldiers formed in 1775 under the navy department. They are a separate corps led by a brigadier general, serving on ships as sentries, riflemen, and gunners in action, and deploying to shore for fights and policing duties. They guard interests abroad and garrison territories under navy control, praised by Admiral Farragut as essential to the conduct of war.
In a brief, clipped exchange, Kathe confronts Katie about telling a story and lying about being sorry. The local tone shows a moral nudge as characters discuss honesty and consequences.
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