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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1923
Page
6
Tales of mysterious sounds from beneath Moodus, Connecticut recur as a giant beneath the hills seems to turn over. Ground trembles and household objects rattle while residents seek explanations for the ancient phenomenon with no clear answer.
An advertisement touts Castoria as a safe, pleasant substitute for Castor Oil Paregoric teething drops and soothing syrups used for infants for over 80 years. It claims no narcotics and notes proven directions on each package with physician endorsement and the genuine signature.
Visitors touring the Valley of Kings are shown a mummy labeled as high priest Nooka. A witty exchange follows with a guide and guests noting the mummy’s appearance while joking about local pride and rumors of sensational secrets.
A brief humorous exchange reflects on religious service with sly humor about a collection plate and a praising reaction. The dialogue mentions a minister and a deacon in a light conversational vignette.
The piece argues civility as the key to success and salesmanship. It claims kind words cost nothing and pay huge dividends, making civility the best intro to a job and enduring professional respect. It stresses civility enhances impressions, attracts opportunity, and sustains interest among higher-ups.
Poem excerpt contrasts admiration for popularity with praise of unwavering strength. It extols a resolute will that travels its chosen path without. bending to others. The metaphor compares a stormy mountain tree and unyielding marble to pliant clay shaped by passersby.
The piece argues that success comes from correct foundations and proper beginnings. It urges self examination to find faults, learn from defeats, and build a sturdy base before ascending, citing leaders across fields who started on solid ground.
A fragmented reminiscence describes Boston’s cathedral with oddities and faded details. The piece mentions statues of historical figures and a grand organ, noting stained glass windows and a deteriorating yet resilient setting.
A reflective note compares a zigzag road to life’s path, praising the idea that twists ease the journey and align with a divine plan. The piece shifts to cooking tips for campers, including a lemon custard pie filling and cucumber dishes with sour cream, plus a bacon flavored biscuit dish and a meringue topped pie.
The 1920 lumber shipment totaled about 2,070,000 carloads with an average haul of 485 miles. The forest service estimates the lumber freight bill at 275 million dollars for that year. Investment in forest protection and rehabilitation could boost growth, cut freight costs, lower lumber prices, and free railroad equipment and labor for other transport.
A New York Times fashion note urges summer wearers to study their hot weather selves and choose lightweight, washable fabrics. It discusses organdies and fichus, 1880s lace accents, and the need to balance coolness with dignity through careful tailoring and seasonally appropriate styles.
The ad notes Bayer Tablets of Aspirin in unbroken packages with directions and box counts twelve twelve and twenty four and one hundred priced cheaply. It identifies aspirin as Bayer trademark from Bayer Manufacture of Mononacetinide ester of salicylic acid.
Thousands of women suffer kidney or bladder trouble without realizing it. Poor kidney health can cause back pain headaches nervousness and despondency. Dr Kilmer Swamp Root is touted as restoring kidney health and sample bottles are offered by mail for ten cents.
The article highlights upstanding and rolled collars trimmed with ribbon for summer dresses and blouses. It notes silcrepes and organdie, ribboned cuffs, and decorative bows with streamer ends. Also mentions plisse ribbon as lingerie trim and pastel ribbons enhancing shop displays and shoulder straps.
White corduroy jackets described as pairing with cotton skirts. The text notes brill lant and fantastic Agures, suggesting styling ideas for coordinated outfits.
The Boston Transcript notes the summer girl as a captivating enigma who breaks engagements yet avoids heartbreak. It suggests she learns to swim easily, blaming men for lacking fun in lessons, and adds a playful line about sunshine and a $25 parasol as seasonal flair.
An exchange mocks phrenology and asserts a single vote can pass a solid resolution highlighting skepticism of empty heads and the power of one vote in governance.
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