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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1927

Page

7

Novel Amoeba Changes Form Says Dr Bunting

Dr Martha Bunting of the University of Pennsylvania reports a one celled amoeba like creature that can transform into a motile flagellate shape and then revert to its original amoeba form. Popular Science Monthly notes the discovery as a striking example of cellular transformation in simple life.

Martha Bunting Zoological Department of University of Pennsylvania Popular Science Monthly Doctor Bunting

English Women Enter Domain of Business

Rosita Forbes argues English girls formerly trained for decorative roles now enter offices studios factories and agencies. She notes America led in providing daughters with professional options and says England is following by sending daughters to work and entrepreneurship in growing numbers.

England United ‘States Rosita Forbes Liberty America States Park, Avenue Mayfair

Dr Drake’s Glossco Croup Remedy Ad

Antique ad promotes Dr Drake’s Glossco as a time tested cure for croup and coughs. It claims relief in 15 minutes without vomiting and urges new parents to keep a bottle at home, priced 60 cents per bottle. A pharmacist endorsement appears as part of the sales pitch.

Pacific Ocean Central America New

Nature trails gain popularity in U S parks

Dr Frank E Lutz of the American Museum of Natural History notes growing use of nature trails with scientific tags on flora and fauna for walkers. He originated the system at Palisades Interstate Park in Tuxedo New York and helped the national park service implement trails in Yellowstone and other western parks, anticipating about 200 trails in operation next summer.

Lala United States Frank E. Lutz American Museum of Natural History Doctor Lutz Palisades Interstate Park Tuxedo N. Y National Park ‘Service Yellowstone National Parks

Dandelion Butter Color Sold In Drug Stores For Years

An ad notes a harmless vegetable butter color named Dandelion used by millions for five decades. Drug stores and general stores offer bottles labeled Dandelion priced at 35 cents.

Home-Made Jungie at Oxton A Devon Trophy Hall

The Earl of Listowel, famed big game hunter, has turned Oxton in Devonshire into a trophy museum. In the main hall a magnificent boar or antelope head peers through tall grasses while tiger and other wild heads line the walls and skins cover the floors.

Jungie Earl of Listowel Oxton Devonshire England

Demand Bayer Aspirin Tablets Without Fear

Public advisory urges buyers to seek the Bayer name to ensure genuine aspirin, warning that imitations may be dangerous. The ad promotes Bayer aspirin as safe, proven by millions and prescribed by physicians for 26 years, urging shoppers to insist on Bayer on packaging.

Arning Bayer

Wedding Presents Prompt a Clash of Minds

The couple Charlies and his fiancée debate how guests will react to their differing views as they discuss their wedding gifts. The playful exchange highlights personality clashes and a lighthearted approach to marriage plans.

Miss Smythe Marriage Plans Questioned in Tit Bits

A witty exchange from Tit-Bits London asks when Miss Smythe plans to marry, noting the ongoing chatter about engagements. The quip contrasts speculation with the dullness of daily canine news.

Adolph Zukor and the Rise of Paramount Pictures

A portrait of Adolph Zukor and partner Jesse L. Lasky tracing the birth of Famous Players Lasky and Paramount. From humble immigrant beginnings to building a major film empire, the piece highlights key milestones, collaborations, and leaders including Zukor Lasky and Kent.

Edward Johnston Jesse L. Lasky Famous Players-Lasky Corporation Paramount Pictures Sarah Bernhardt San Francisco Mr. Lasky Nome Honolulu Rancho Golden West Virginia Adolph Zukor Lasky Feature Play Famous Players~ Lasky

Big Ben clock bell cracks but deemed healthy to ring on

A London bell ringing expert reports Big Ben has a crack yet remains functional. He notes earlier bells cracked and warns replacing the bell would cost about 100000 pounds and require tower demolition, while the bell continues to chime daily.

Ancient Society of College Youths of London London Gramophone Records Big Ben Vancouver

Mountains of the Moon Reborn as Ruwenzori Range

The article notes the largely unexplored mountain region between Lakes Albert Howard and Albert Nyanza, once called Mountains of the Moon and now known as the Ruwenzori. It highlights the area as Africa's least known highland. A separate fact mentions the Joshua tree as a true desert growth.

Africa Albert Howard Albert Nyanza Moon Ruwenzori Lilige

Mother Questions Suitor's Bran Diet In Breakfast Scene

A girl announces plans to marry Willie Smith at breakfast, prompting her mother to demand essential facts. The heated exchange centers on character and intelligence rather than appearance or finances, with the mother pressing for evidence of thought, health concerns, and daily habits.

Wille Smith

Benefit of doubt verdict in Auckland money case

A New Zealand jury decided to give the prisoner the benefit of the doubt in a trial involving an alleged $500 under false pretenses, hoping he may return the money later. A Boston scientist reports hens fed cod liver oil lay larger and better eggs.

Auckland N. Z Boston

Careless young woman hurries away to call Wille

A fragment notes a young woman hurrying away and claiming the initiative to telephone Wille in a brief scene of urgency and misdirection. The readable text focuses on her movement and the action of making a call.

Wille

Dentist Delivers Quip During Quick Procedure

An absent minded dentist quips this may hurt a tile as he switches tools, promising the procedure will be over in just a minute. The moment captures a lighthearted exchange amid routine dental work.

Altitude Tests Show Humans Struggle Beyond 25000 Feet

Tests indicate humans cannot function effectively above 25 000 feet, with performance and safety concerns cited. Researchers note critical physiological limits and stress responses increase at extreme heights, affecting cognitive and physical function.

Seed Purchase Negotiation Offer Promised Before Spring

A prospective buyer hints at paying for a conversation with him prior to purchasing seed this spring to discuss options, pricing, and guidance. The remark suggests priority access and a tailored discussion before final selections.

Child interrupts mother to tell news in household scene

A child named Hilaza Beth urges to sign off and share news after mother discusses the day with the father. The family frames a simple domestic moment showing a request for airtime within a home setting.

Mother Daddy Hilazabeth

Health tone testimonial for Dr Pierce remedies

A Peoria reader reports recovery after using Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery. She recalls ongoing benefit from Favorite Eye Prescription and promotes the remedies as more effective than others. Includes dealer note and offer of free medical advice from Dr Pierce's Invalida Hotel Buffalo N Y

Peoria Dr. Pierce Carl Ernest Irving St Invalida Hotel Buffalo, N. Y

Antiques expert Anthony A. Jordan on furniture authenticity

Anthony A. Jordan, dean of the appraisal staff at the United States customs service in Philadelphia, is recognized as an authority on antique furniture. He notes that genuine pieces can be judged by the feel and tactile quality of the item.

Adolph Zukor Riese Hungary Anthony A. Jordan United States Customs Service Philadelphia

Unclear Classified Pitches and Mixed Ad Fragments

A jumble of promotional pitches and stray notes includes offers for money making schemes, samples, and various products plus disjointed phrases about health and literature. Names, places, prices, and locations vary wildly with no coherent single item or event.

Tanlac credited by Union 62 president for restored health

The Union No. 62 president from Chicago at 6915 Stewart Avenue says Tanlac revived his strength and appetite after fatigue and sleep loss. He reports rapid improvement, better digestion, and nightly sleep, urging others to try Tanlac as a health booster. The ad claims Tanlac relieves poison from digestion and liver and promotes overall wellness.

M. B. Philip Carpenters Union No. 62 Stewart Avenue Chicago Tanlac

Funds to preserve Henry Clay's Lexington home museum

The Washington Star notes efforts to raise funds to convert Henry Clay's Lexington Kentucky home into a museum. Local supporters seek to preserve the historic site and educate visitors about Clay's legacy.

Henry Clay Lexington

Fragmented medical dialogue from American Lectin Weekly

A garbled exchange shows a deeter addressing a patient about dieting. The text includes misread phrases and nonsensical items such as references to Whit oats and clitd, with mentions of dinner and various odd objects, reflecting OCR errors from a bizarre periodical item.

Lectin Weekly

Cupid’s weapon in art is a high velocity pump gun

The Buffalo Evening Times jokes that artists misrepresent Cupid by showing a weapon that would not injure a canary, claiming Cupid uses a high velocity pump gun of outrageous caliber that scores 29 hits out of 30.

Cupid Buffalo Evening Times

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