The Dike Leak and the Bennett Family Soap Opera
Marian Bennett splits with her suitor Matthew Warlwick until a family crisis tests his promise of responsibility. A burst pipe floods the Bennett basement, forcing Papa Bennett to admit the plumber may prove his worth by stopping the flood and delivering a real job.
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Matthew
Jef Marian
Matthew Earlwick
Bennett
Ime
Martin
Mr. Bennett
Marian
Mullian
Papa Bennett
Fend
Warlwick
Marion
Lin
Imam
Doubtful Compliments Noted in Church Choir Verdict
A subscriber cites an Outlook remark about an accomplished musician attending a church service. The friend, pleased with the chorus performance, asks for a verdict and receives a whispered reply: They sit well. The comment underscores understated praise and comic understatement in evaluating a musical rendering.
Pleurisy Diagnosis Using Coins Described in Paris Medical
A Paris Medical report details a coin tapping method to diagnose pleurisy. The examiner ears the back while coins clink, noting a dull sound for healthy lungs and a clear metallic ring for affected tissue through the pleural space.
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Tp, Lereboullet
Paris Medical
Chinese Influence in Hawaii Sugar Industry
The Chinese first planted sugar cane at the Crossroads of the Pacific and produced sugar. When Hawaiians reduced taro cultivation, Chinese workers became taro planters and made poi, the staff of life for Native Hawaiians.
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Hawaii
Pacific
Corruption in Politics Reflects Deep Skepticism
Quote by Philip Brooks condemns corruption in political life as distrust and disbelief in government principles and the need for righteousness. It portrays long standing disuse of ethical standards eroding sacred civic duties.
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Phillips Brooks
Cotton gears outshine steel in hydraulic-pressed gears
Cotton subjected to hydraulic pressure of 6 000 to 8 000 pounds is formed into gears and yields an article superior to steel. Softer than steel, the cotton gear resists wear where steel gear wears under friction.
Daily Thought Thoughtful Praise From Addison
Daily Thought notes a vigil of gratitude as “my boy” remains steadfast in duty. The aside reflects a classical voice praising virtue and service with an intoned sense of reverence.
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Addison
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promoted as Constitutional Cure
Claims catarrh is widespread and curable only by constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Medicine from F J Cheney & Co of Toledo is said to work through the blood on mucous surfaces. Offers $100 reward for any case it cannot cure and urges sending for circulars. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
J. Cheney & CO
W. W. Stickford
Widow Prefers Home Death as Remedy Cures Stomach Ailments
A widow who suffered long from stomach trouble says doctors advised surgery for gallstones but she chose to stay at home. After using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for over a year she reports no pains, restores appetite, and claims the preparation removes intestinal mucus and inflammation. The ad promises a money back guarantee after one dose. W. W. Stickford and local druggists promote the remedy.
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Mayr
W. W. Stickford
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McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Marian Bennett
Matthew Warlwick
Richard D. Bennett
Marlwicks
Matthew Barlwick
Azteaes
City of
Goodrich
Akron
Silvertown
America
Silvertowns
Goodrich Tires
Ity
the Eagle Clothing Store
District Court
Jones County
State of
Iowa
Sitta Matthiessen
Anamosa
Towa
A. D
Jacob Matthiessen
EE. EE
Reed
Henrietta B. Sutherland
Alyoia Ucubls
Buo EN
Sutyeverland
Nettie BE
Bats
Doxsee
Hayes
International
Sterling Corn
Oliver
Aimebaugh
Scotch Grove
B. A. Thomas
George Stuhler’s Sons Co
Iar
J. E. Bateman
Monticello, Lowa
HE Standard Oil Company of
Indiana
Standard Oil Company of
Standard Oil Company
Michigan Avenue
Chicago
C. H. Schipman
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