Fun For Cold Weather And National Debt Jokes
A Lynden Washington newspaper column offers a winter bird feeding tip and a satirical note on the national debt. It jokes about John Wanamaker's widow and orphans and compares life insurance to future interest costs, reflecting era humor.
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John Wanamaker
John
Harding’s Nerve Against Formidable Opposition
A daring editorial lauds President Harding for his bold push toward strict action despite heavy opposition. The piece emphasizes political courage and resolve in advancing controversial policies.
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Harding
Prohibition Enforcement and Public Opinion Debate
A political address discusses enforcing the 18th Amendment and public opinion. The speaker argues for strict enforcement unless public demand favors modification to avoid national humiliation and corruption, while referencing other political and social remarks.
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Play Santa Claus to Astoria This Year
The item describes Astoria in distress after a fire with hundreds affected and invites public aid. It also notes Lynden's Astoria List for names and quotes Jack Dempsey offering to fight for cash. A California physician claims handwriting reveals disease implying many would require hospital care.
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Santa Claus
Astoria
Lynden
Jack Dempsey
Fragmented proverbs text on progress and home life
A collection of aphorisms about success love and cheating. The phrases compare effort to rest and argue progress with self control. The tone resembles a reflective aside rather than a news item or clear event.
A Toothpick Puzzle Trick for Nine Squares
A simple party puzzle uses twenty four toothpicks to form nine squares. Friends build nine squares, then are told to remove eight toothpicks to leave two squares, with figures guiding the solution. The note invites clipping and pasting the cutout in a scrapbook.
Mystery of the Missing Glassware Itinerant Pots Reveal Culprit
A household laments broken and missing items across a dining set. Eight tumblers remain from twelve, Dresden china is incomplete, and dented tins show wear. A four year old is identified as the culprit behind the mishap, ending the mystery.
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