Night on the Dusty Highway Concludes Chapter IV
Nick and Gay settle their plans after a long return home. Nick declares that the biggest thing in life has come to them as Simeon Bartlett probes their resolve and friendship. Gay worries about revealing the upheaval to him, while Nick hides his shock to spare her.
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Gay
Nick
Bartlett
Pacific
New England
Mr. Bartlett
Simeon Bartlett
Freedom and devotion in a rural dialogue
A young man yearns for freedom while an older man defines freedom as happiness. The elder compares the pull of the highway to a wife’s eyes, urging Nick to cling to the safe, intimate happiness he has found. Nick concedes the hold.
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Nick
Bakersville Awakens as Nick and Gay Welcome a New Neighbor
In Bakersville, a busy Saturday scene unfolds on Main Street with farmers trading, churches, trees, and stately homes. Nicholas Hastings, banker Nick, and his friend John Maxwell observe a new neighbor, a poised woman in a blue roadster, sparking gossip about the Hallidays and Gay. Maxwell admires the restored Smith house while pondering Nick’s finances and painting, hinting at upcoming changes as spring breathes through town.
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New England
Bakersville
Simeon Bartlett
Nicholas Hastings
First National Bank of
Nick
Main Street
G. Severoni
R.F.D
Bank
Mr. Maxwell
John Maxwell
Hallidays
Gay
First National Bank
Selina Smith
Young Wife Strengthened by Vegetable Compound
Bancroft Ontario woman recounts using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound during early marriage and after her first childbirth. She says it steadied her nerves and strengthened her whole system, leading to a healthy baby boy and improved well being.
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Bancroft
Ontario
Lydia E. Pinkham
Mas
J. B. Starker
Wonderful Diving Outfit Enables Work At Great Depth
The German salvage device for deep-water work is a steel inner chamber with a massive headpiece and 5000 candlepower searchlight designed to operate at 400 feet or more. It promises access to wrecks like the Lusitania and other sunken treasure, transforming undersea recovery possibilities for divers and scientists.
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Scapa Flow
Ireland
A Simple Treatment For Children's Col ds
Cold in the head is very common at this time of year especially in the very young. Neglect of a cold can lead to serious consequences. Baby's Own Tablets soothe fretfulness relieve suffering and aid convalescence. They relieve indigestion constipation and colic and help diar rhoea fevers teething. Sold by medicine dealers or by mail for 25 cents a box from The Dr Williams' Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
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All Medicine
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Provinces Eyed Forest Air Service Plan With Ottawa
Premier Anderson said Regina that a plan for a provincial air service to aid forest protection may follow from transferring natural resources. The idea envisions joint use of Royal Canadian Air Force aircraft between provincial and federal governments, discussed after a natural resources conference in Edmonton.
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Prairie Provinces
R. B. Bennett
Prairie
London
England
Anderson
Regina
Royal Canadian Air Force
Natural Resources Conference
Edmonton
Canadian Destroyer Skeena Launched at Southampton
The second of Canada's two new destroyers named Skeena was launched at Southampton. Miss Mildred Bennett sister of the Prime Minister performed the christening before a distinguished gathering as the ship slid into the water with a large maple leaf atop the bow.
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Canada
Southampton
Mildred Bennett
Water Turnoff Man Seeks Ticket for Concert
A man who enforces nonpayment notices, known for shutting off water service, asks a stranger for a concert ticket. The exchange centers on recognition and a demand linked to unpaid rates. This tense interaction highlights local enforcement roles and everyday confrontations over utilities.
Experts warn transport causes injuries or deaths every 40 seconds
Experts claim present day transportation systems cause injury or death at a rate of about one person every 40 seconds. The statement highlights global mobility risks and the need for safety improvements across vehicles and infrastructure.
Portrait Swindle Sparks Profit From Refused Portrait
A Dresden artist, unpaid for a commissioned likeness, had a written claim that the portrait resembled nothing. At an exhibition a piece titled Portrait of a Well Known Swindler exposed the sitter. The industrialist bought the work for $1,000 after recognizing himself.
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Dresden
New York Times
Apathy Seen Toward League of Nations in Canada
Sir George Foster told the League of Nations Society of Canada central executive that apathy towards the League is evident across Canada after his tour last summer. He warned the Dominion government faces budgeting difficulties next year and doubted any increase in the society’s grant. An intensive speaking campaign was proposed to revive interest and secure funds, with Sir George offering to speak at meetings if the appeal is approved.
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League of Nations
Canada
Sir George Foster
League of Nations Society of Canada
Sir George
Dominion
League
Co-Operative Directors View Regina Grain Show 1932
Directors of the Co-Operative Wholesale Society of Great Britain who have just finished a Canada tour express strong interest in the World's Grain Show to be held in Regina in 1932 and indicate they will likely visit the Exhibition and Conference then.
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Co-Operative Wholesale Society of Great Britain
Canada
Regina
Mother Graves Worm Exterminator Promotes Vermicide
An advertisement extols Mother Graves Worm Exterminator as an effective vermicide for childhood protection and mentions it has saved numerous children.
New German Money Promises Durable Paper Currency
This fall Germany will introduce a new form of paper money claimed to be resistant to burning tearing and crumpling. The notes are advertised as highly durable and reliable for daily use.
Into Thine Hand I Commit My Spirit Poem Verse
A devotional passage presents prayers and reflections on trusting God through storms and danger. Quoted Bible lines from Psalm 31 5 and guidance from Rose Terry Cooke and J Alexander urge steadfast faith, protection, and reliance on divine care in darkness and peril.
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Rose Terry Cooke
J. Alexander
Persian Balm Elixir of Youth for Skin Comfort
Persin Balm presents as a true elixir of youth refreshing and rejuvenating the complexion. It soothes dry skin and softens irritation while restoring a flawless white appearance and delicate fragrance for the discerning woman.
American Author Wins Nobel Prize in Literature 1930
Sinclair Lewis is voted the Nobel prize in literature for 1930, a record award of $46,350. Noted U.S. author, he is famed for Main Street 1920, Babbitt 1922, Arrowsmith 1925, and Elmer Gantry 1927, with Theodore Drisser also mentioned.
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Sinclair Lewis
United States
Theodore Drisser
Mr. Lewis
Babbitt
Arrowsmith
Banish pain with Minard's Liniment
An old advertisement proclaims Minard's Liniment for pain relief and cites a maxim on wisdom over mere cleverness. It frames the product as a trusted remedy through a nostalgic slogan.
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Minard
Aspirin Relieves Headache Immediately Says Ad
An advertisement urges immediate headache relief with aspirin. It advises keeping aspirin handy and taking one or two tablets at once rather than waiting to see if the pain subsides. The copy emphasizes prompt action to prevent worsening symptoms.
Aspirin Tablets Promote Quick Relief for Various Aches
The ad asserts Aspirin tablets ease throbbing head pain, quiet a grumbling tooth, relieve neuralgia and neuritis, and combat colds. It claims can curb sore throat infection when gargled, and emphasizes looking for the box with the word Genuine in red, stating Genuine Aspirin tablets do not depress the heart.
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