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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1924
Page
6
A McClure Syndicate essay extols painting and art for truthful representation. It argues colors must be mixed patiently to achieve a harmonious whole, likening artistry to music and sculpture. It urges diligence, sincerity, and steadfastness, claiming faith and industry govern destiny for aspiring workers.
Poem warns that spendthrifts waste not only money but social standing and daily joys. It contrasts losing wealth with losing trust, love, reputation, and integrity. The verse exhorts preserving lasting bonds over fleeting riches and reflects on the costs of careless living.
A McClure Newspaper Syndicate humor column notes that people reveal troubles to you because you seem to sense reactions. It argues laughter is deserved yet others will keep sharing if you stay reliable and discreet.
At a luncheon the Knocking club members Mrs van Vetchen Brown Agatha Pim May Hendricks and Constance Welles trade barbs about manners dress and wit Within the circle Constance plans to meet John that afternoon and leaves before the discussion grows sharper John weighs in by comparing Agatha Pim to an alley cat in a tense exchange later.
Constance and Pampered Persians spark a heated exchange as discussions of manners and "King's English" reveal social pretensions. The Knocking club loses a member in a metropolitan newspaper service note.
A nostalgic cooking column lists easy recipes such as parsnip chowder with milk crackers green cheese tea cakes and rhubarb sherbet. Instructions cover frying pork onions parsnips potatoes and boiling water then adding milk butter maple syrup and lemon juice for serving.
A fragment reflects on intelligence and criminality with Brent merchant and Bly quotes praising honesty in business. It cites Fred Kelly in The Nation's Business noting team work in small squads and mutual oversight. The passage hints at croquet era excitement and public interest in people’s politics.
A young woman urges staying true to oneself while awake all night crafting thoughts and actions in a reflective, social anxiety tone. The passage comments on authenticity and nerves in personal encounters.
Brielle New Jersey Miss Emp Hy Plume a well known swimmer and golfer was found frozen in a foot of water in marshes along the Manasquan river. She likely left her stalled car nearby and attempted to walk home but became chilled and unable to reach the bank.
Lieutenant Arthur D. Smith of the Massachusetts National Guard was killed at the state armory drill shed when struck in the stomach by a 12 pound shot tossed by Private William Laughlin during fencing practice for the American Legion games. Police ruled the death accidental and no action will be taken.
Er nest Singer of Pasadena, a wealthy beggar, considers damage suit against Los Angeles for 20000 dollars claiming loss of earnings from holiday confinement at a Pasadena fair. He was arrested for begging at church doors and chose 300 days in jail over a 300 fine. He has 9000 dollars in LA banks and stock in a building. An attorney wanted a retainer of 850 dollars, which Singer refused without a guaranteed win.
In Jersey City Arnold Anderson, 26, was convicted of murder for the holdup death of real estate broker Harry C. Moore. His father Alvin Anderson testified he would not lie for his son and that Arnold admitted guilt. Jury recommended mercy. sentencing pending.
Woodcliff New Jersey burglars entered the home of William Ross at 145 Thirty-fifth Street while the family was away. They found two boxes on a dresser one with candy and the other containing 800 dollars in cash and 7000 dollars in jewels. They opened the candy box tasted the candy and caused destruction but did not touch the money or jewel box before fleeing.
In Woodiver Oregon eighteen year old Ashley Post son of Dr William Post Hood River suffered the loss of his right hand in a dynamite explosion. While walking with companions outside the city he found a lit stick with fuse and examined it before it blew off his hand above the wrist. He was taken to a local hospital. Post serves in Company G 168th Oregon National Guard.
Archie Brannel, an electrician for General Electric in Schenectady, survived a 50,000 volt electrical shock that halted his breathing and heart action for several minutes while repairing a set. Fellow worker Robert McCadren shut off the current and gave first aid. doctors expect recovery.
An automobile collision with a train resulted in the deaths of six members of the Whittenmeyer family, including Mr. and Mrs. Claude Whittenmeyer and their four children. The car was buried eighty feet by the impact.
A terse musing notes men justify mean acts by self serving apologies. The remark cautions that confidence in plausible excuses excuses real wrongdoing and softens moral accountability.
A fragment argues genius may stem from a larger brain blood supply. It contends science notes a greater blood flow to the brain could boost mental capacity, citing whales as examples of substantial supply.
Milton J Wright, aged eighteen and a Cumberland Presbyterian church schoolboy, has been named pastor of the Cumberland Presbyterian church in West Nashville Tennessee He is noted as the youngest pastor in the churchs history.
A terse note warns that when a man fails in finance he tends to leave widespread debris. The line suggests economic collapse or dishonored deals creating ongoing damage and uncertainty.
A noted aphorism on human relations suggesting that forming rivalries is simpler than friendships while severing bonds with friends poses greater challenges than removing foes.
The saying notes that many years later a man born rich may fail to produce the silver spoon he was given at birth implying inherited privilege does not guarantee success. It reflects on fortunes and character rather than material start.
A London humorist notes a conversation where a boy defends a story about a bush skirmish and dum dum bullets. The editor praises the budding author for an unusual tale while the mother questions the reading. The exchange centers on whether the piece properly handles violence and upbringing.
A public notice warns women not to be misled by dyes advertised as Diamond Dyes. It cautions consumers to verify product claims and seek reputable brands to avoid unsuitable or unsafe dyes.
A consumer warns that Diamond Dyes packets carry simple directions and urges buyers to demand the brand name on the package. The 15 cent dye kit lets a woman dye or tint a wide range of garments and items with any color from the drug store. Refuse substitutes.
A quirky note from Stray Stories describes choosing melons and a playful plan to share with a mother in law. The speaker jokes about giving half of life for a good melon and has bought a couple.
An advertisement touts Danderine as a 95 cent hair tonic that improves neglected hair by toning the scalp and eliminating dandruff. It claims to restore fullness and gloss, with hair becoming stronger, colored, and more youthful. Available at any drug store.
A short exchange about recognizing love emerges in a Pearson’s Weekly vignette. Ad copy for Cuthura Toilet Trio products blends between lines, touting talcum powder and perfume. The text ends with a aphorism about a woman moving from tears to progress.
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