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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1921

Page

8

Toys speak of rain and resilience in a playroom tale

In a toy story set in a night playroom the figures with feet recount a rain flood in a flower tub. Jack In A Box praises his dry box life while others lament soggy clothes and damaged socks as they share their soggy woes and hope for sturdier days.

Dora Jack Dora Doll Teddy Bear Teddy Sailor Boy Doll Jack-in-a-Box

Bill Introduced In Congress Delays Dull Session

A local observer in Washington describes waiting hours to hear a bill introduced in Congress. The speaker spoke at length, delaying any action or acquaintance, leaving the observer unsure who the bill’s sponsor was.

Evolution of the mile from Roman units to modern scales

The text traces the mile’s origin from a Roman long measure called a milli to the modern statute mile of 6,280 feet. It notes a geographical mile based on a minute of Earth's equator and mentions ten standard miles ranging from 1 to 6.64 times the statute mile, defined in Queen Elizabeth's era. It also includes a brief dialogue about futurist art.

Harth

Anniversary Reminder Sparks Two Birthday Gifts

In a humorous exchange from the Boston Transcript a wife asks if her husband recalls their marriage anniversary. She notes she reminds him in January and June and receives two presents, illustrating a light domestic moment.

Hubby Eve Wye Boston Transcript

How Do You Say It By Co N Luke Common Errors in English

The article explains common misuse of seen versus saw in phrases like I seen him do it. It shows the verb forms of see, noting present see, past saw, participles seeing and seen, and advises correct usage with have.

By Co. N. Luke

Helen Lynch Montana Born Ingenue Movie Star

Helen Lynch a popular actress described as a prime movie star was born in Montana eighteen years ago. She is blonde with blue eyes and enjoys thrilling stories while aiming for dramatic roles. Her appearance is that of a delightful Ingenue.

Helen Lynch Montana

Moonshine Whiskey Quip Sparks Quiet Debate

A humorous exchange features Uncle Bill Bottletop asking about moonshine and a retort that those who cannot swallow quickly enough should not attempt drinking it, reflecting a light moment cited by the Washington Star.

Uncle Bill Washington Star

Boston Transcript Fragment Sparks Curious Bid Night Exchange

A fragmented line from the Boston Transcript describes a late-night farewell exchange between two individuals, hinting at a morning prompt or question, with no clear names or events established. The readable portion suggests a casual, intimate moment lacking full context.

Beauty Chats: Salads Tailor Appetite and Body Shape

Edna Kent Forbes explains how salads influence weight and digestion. Fruit salads aid thinning, while olive oil mayonnaise dressings can add weight. She notes cold mixing bowls aid emulsions and recommends daily inclusion of salads, with potato and apple varieties cited.

Denar Declines to Deny Crime Conviction Count

A courtroom exchange shows Denar facing fifty convictions while a counterpart insists on a golden wedding tone. The dialogue hints at ongoing legal pressures and public-interest scrutiny surrounding his alleged offenses.

A Line o Cheer by John Kendrick Bangs

A playful verse on galleries and audiences in wealthier seats. The speaker defends the high seating as full of minds and wit while noting some elites have soft heads, suggesting merit can exist among patrons above.

Koreans Slain by Jap Troops Massacre Details Emerge

Canadian missionaries in China's Chientao region report mass killings and village burnings by Japanese troops. They describe Koreans executed at point blank, houses burned with families inside, and widespread destruction across Norabawie and neighboring villages. Japanese officers defend actions as anti banditry, while faulting chaos from outlaws and territorial tensions.

Tokyo Chientao China S. H. Martin Newfoundland Yongjung Norabawie Kando W. H. Loote Youngjung UN Tong Ja Cheng San An Yong Ja Foote Kuo Sel Tong Kan Chang Mr. Foote Emma M. Palethorpe Ontario Suchilgo Yonghung Hatn Chienta Tata

Dancing as natural social pleasure, says Boston professor

Prof Emil Carl Wilm of Boston University argues dancing expresses normal instincts and serves social ends. He says it helps married couples meet others in casual settings and supports conventional society. He cites rhythm, exercise, and romance as natural elements driving widespread appeal.

Boston Emil Carl Wilm Boston University

Sultana Unveils Dazzling Gown by Molyneux in Parla

Sultana Menelile of Egyptr wore a Paris style glittering gown by Captain Molyneux. The dress featured a low cut front and back, a gold cord shoulder hanger, and a court train. Sequins shimmer and materials cost $2,500.

Sultana Paris Sultana Menelile Egyptr Molyneux Parla

Wife Seeks Absolute Divorce After Husband’s Absence

Jersey City woman Mrs Mark Filborn testifies in New York court that her husband Mark Filborn is the laziest man in the world. She says she has not seen him since April 1917 and has two young children. She describes his alleged abuse and admits suggesting he get a job, which prompted his shocking reaction and his disappearance.

New York Marke Filborn Jersey City Mark Filborn

Dog saved by firemen after family fire fright

A woman cried for help as a fire trapped a baby in a Bisbee blaze. Firefighters risked suffocation to rescue the baby which turned out to be a dog. The incident raises questions about controlling opinions and public perception.

Baby Bisbee Aziz

Choosing the Best Possessions over Worse

In Luke 10:42 and spiritual counsel, the text contrasts Martha and Mary. It argues that true joy comes from knowing God through Jesus Christ and treasuring His words, not from material concerns. Eternal life is through Christ, with the best possessions being unseen yet lasting.

Martha Martha T Mary Christ Jesus Father God Jesus Christ Johua Demone

Interest In Fellow Man Moral Reflection Quote

A compact meditation on civic duty and compassion cites Humphrey J. Desmond noting the fault of omission toward our fellow man as a grave sin. The quotation argues that more people will be judged for neglecting practical kindness than for any other charge on the Last Day.

Humphrey J. Desmond

Fear the Lord and Walk in His Ways

Deuteronomy 12 echoes the call to Israel to revere the Lord to walk in all His paths to love Him and to serve Him with all heart and soul as a guiding divine requirement.

Israel Lord

Cannot Live Without Hope Ife Immortal Outlook

Fragmentary quote urges reliance on the Bible for the life immortal and the hope of meeting beloved dead. It laments dependence on material progress like ships locomotives airplanes and new chemistry, stressing hope as essential.

Reforming Within: The Self as Public Reform

A compact reflection on self-improvement as a catalyst for social change. It argues personal reform outpaces mass demonstrations, suggesting inner change yields broader public benefit and lasting impact.

Christian Discipleship and the Call to Self Renunciation

A sermon urges preachers to present clear Christian discipleship terms. It asserts Jesus Christ requires complete self renunciation from followers and warns that lowering standards endangers souls. The piece reflects Western Methodist editorial stance on maintaining strict doctrinal bounds.

Jesus Christ

Community Good Depends on Each Member's Advancement

The community's well being hinges on advancing the good of every member composing the body. The message urges focus on individual progress as the path to collective success.

Hopkins Woman Praises Lydia E Pinkham Remedy

A Hopkins Minnesota woman reports relief from hot flashes and other symptoms during middle age after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She endorses the product, notes she shared the success with friends, and invites others to write for confidential guidance from the company.

Mrs. Block Lydia &. Pinkham Lydia EB. Pinkham Pound Lydia Eyinkham

Alfred the Boxer and Father’s Hushed Telegram

A distracted father pressed his son Alfred to win the first fight, urging a wife’s word of support. The telegram arrives late, flagged as “RIN Bruiser,” and the expected news is unavailable, leaving the contest status unresolved.

Alfred London

War in the world shrinks as ex soldiers reconnect

A Kansas ex serviceman recalls three former army friends now scattered globally. One comes from Japan, another from the Belgian Congo, and a third from Johannesburg, South Africa, illustrating how veterans spread after the war.

Chiistas Kansas Japan Belgian Congo Johannesburg South — Africa Capper's Weekly

Cutleurn Advertises Hand Care Remedies

An old advertisement promotes Cutleurn products for sore hands with steps to soak in Cutleurna Soap, dry and rub in Cutleurn Ointment, and remove surplus with tissue. It implies use of soap ointment and talcum for toilet purposes and notes the supplier Ady.

Minister praises benedic concert volunteers and Miss Hightry

An old minister speaks warmly of the benedic concert and commends most volunteer performers. He notes Miss Hightry sang well, praising her intentions as excellent and splendid. An advertisement claims Garfield remedies constipation indigestion sick headache and bilious conditions.

Airship Department Urged to Counter Unfriendly Governments

A Boston Transcript correspondent propounds that maintaining an airship department will bolster masculine aviation stature and pose a menacing challenge to hostile regimes.

Boston Transcript

Had She Heard That Paris Journal Quote

A fragment from Pariy Le Journal Amu sant quotes a speaker lamenting dolls and dress, noting the impossibility of dressing them decently and the resulting impulse to keep them indoors. The fragment preserves a civic voice and period humor.

Journal Amusant

Frosty Proposal Sparks Garden Talk in Odd Exchange

A playful pair exchange flowery talk with remarks about nipping romance in the bud and a witty back and forth about Mable-pia Percy and Martha. The dialogue hints at social wit and rural humor in a compact scene.

Mable Pia Percy Martha

Placing the Blame and the Odd Exchange

A fragmented OCR item shows an exchange labeled Placing the Blame and mentions Professor Why were youardy and Tom Claas starting before I got there with Orange Peel. The readable text is sparse and lacks clear context or acted events.

Tom—Claas

An Old Fashioned Herbal Tonic

An advertisement touts Dr Pierce s Golden Medical Discovery as a healing tonic for measles lungs and general distress. The claim notes relief after one bottle and invites readers to request a trial package by mailing 10 cents to the Invalids Hotel Buffalo New York.

Springfield, II Dr. Pierce Golden Bend Invalids Buffalo N. Y

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