Clever Judge Owl Solves Tin Spoon Theft Fable
In a woodland tale, Mr. Coon accuses Jimmy Crow of stealing a bright tin spoon. Judge Owl tests evidence and, noting Crow lacks tail feathers, rules Crow guilty. Crow is led away as the others praise the clever Owl and Fox approves the ruse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coon
Mr. Crow
Jimmy Crow
Mr. Coon
Mr. Fox
Jimmy
Judge Owl
Jude Owl
Judge
Mr. Owl
McClure Newspsiper Syndicate
Path of Life Insurance Viewed as Saving for Living Policyholders
A period piece praising life insurance noting that in 1920 a major company paid out 79.9 million dollars to living policyholders versus 35.5 million to beneficiaries. It argues insurance is a prudent savings tool, reflects on salesman conduct, and encourages respect toward salesmen as a brave, courteous force in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
What's in a Name Curiousity About Jessie and Its Roots
The piece traces Jessie as a diminutive of Janet and a Shakespearean namesake for Jessica. It notes royal and saintly connections, including Jeanne de Valois and Jeanne Francois de Chantel, and discusses Jessie as meaning grace of the Lord. Amethyst is named as her talismanic gem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse
Janet
Shakespeare
Jessica
Jesses
Giovanni
Naples
Juana la Luca
Castile
Jeanne
Flanders
Jannedik
Miamm
Annoncindes
Jeanne Francolls de Chantel
St. Francis de Sales
Jessie
David
Insurance Joy in Daily Paths Promoted by Wheeler Syndicate
A brief promo notes insurance as a necessity and savings habit, likening policy purchases to routine spending. It frames insurance as a source of daily joy and security, endorsed by the Wheeler Syndicate Inc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler Syndicate, Inc
Right Things at the Right Time
Fragmentary text discusses voice volume guidance for speeches. It notes speak clearly without excess loudness to reach all listeners and mentions moderating volume to avoid harshness, attributed to McClure Newspaper Syndicate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Essary
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
The Harsh Voice in City Life
The article discusses voice quality and how to avoid straining the voice. It notes that raising voice pitched beyond conversation is linked to poor breeding. It comments on city tenement life where children shout amid street noise and crowding.
Modulating children's voices for calmer home talk
A columnist notes how loud voices develop in large households with few neighbors and how city living encourages quieter speech. The piece urges mothers to curb shouting to prevent their children from adopting harsh, high pitched tones.
A LINE O' CHEER Poem by John Kendrick Bangs
A brief verse urges readers to let tears flow to ease sorrow and to water a future day. It notes that shedding sorrow can nurture a flower of grace as life moves toward a brighter moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Palm reading marks health risks and language note
The passage describes palmistry indicators for various health issues such as kidney and liver troubles, maternity danger signs, and chronic melancholia. It also notes a bluish spot on the head line and a gridiron mark on the moon line. A closing claim cites 10,000,000 in the United States who do not speak English.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler Syndicate, Inc
United States
Paris Modes in Formal Apparel Refined Frocks and Dramatic Trims
A fashion column surveys Paris winter dress trends featuring lavish decoration and bold trims. Designers like Worth Chanel Lanvin Premet Poiret and Chanel emphasize tassels ribbons fur collars and exceptional sleeve and collar treatments. Embroidery beadwork and fur dominate street and evening gowns with vivid girdles and coordinated accessories enhancing silhouette and color.
New Coats and Dress Trends Dominate Winter Styles
The winter collections show coats in all lengths from bolero to long. Brown hues drive amber accents and semi precious stones. Silk satin and wash fabrics are favored for slips worn under gowns with simple head draped designs. Novel trims include narrow tan wool strips for pockets and rainbow ostrich feathers on large hats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chanel
Bechoff
Molyneux
Drecoll’s
Jenny
Lelong
Poiret
Phillippe
Gaston
Tight Sleeves in Autumn Collection Noted
Autumn fashion notes emphasize tight sleeves across multiple labels. Designers showcase slimmer silhouettes, focusing on structured cuffs and tailored fits for workplace and evening wear.
Tom and Jack Go To School Mischief
A humorous scene shows Tom misnaming himself as Yom and his brother as Jackass when the master asks their names, highlighting a playful mishap as a new pupil enters the register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom
Jack
Gay
Thomas
Jackass
Eye tooth joke and remedy cartoon exchange
A humorous strip features Clarence asking his father if aging eye teeth require glasses. A Crane and an Ostrich gag follows about a new remedy for colds, with the Ostrich urging silence as the punchline.
Among Those Present and the J O B Laughs
A humorous exchange from The Christian Evangelist and a Judge joke about pessimistic career plans. An honored graduate faces expectations of further degrees while the father jokes about future employment. The insurance quip echoes caution about delaying coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert
the Christian Evangelist
St. Louis
Mother and Father Discuss Helen's Singing Voice
The mother notes Helen's improving voice while the father cautions it is a long road to real improvement and cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
Three-Legged Chair Snafu Stumps Dealer
In a brief comic note, a customer requests a three legged chair for a corner. The furniture dealer replies that a leg was removed, highlighting a playful miscommunication.
Notable stuffed animal collection questioned for value
A fragment discusses a museum collection of stuffed animals valued at thousands. Dialogue hints at materials and authenticity while probing possible examination and trial contexts. No clear names or dates identified.
World Scout Conference at Paris Charts Global Movement
The Paris meeting drew 140 delegates from 30 nations with about 900000 scouts and 150000 leaders worldwide. Sir Robert Baden-Powell presided as permanent chair. James West led the resolutions committee and a nine member permanent committee was formed to guide future international bureau operations and biennial congress rules.
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Boy Scout Movement
Paris
Clarence H. Howard
Walter W. Head
James WB. West
Europe
Lorne VW. Barclay
Myron T. Herrick
United States
France
International Scout Bureau
Robert Baden-Powell
West
International Bureau
Yes and No His Wife Dialogue Snapshot
A brief skit of conversation where Mr Muldrox notes the shy, cash short Mr Everbroke, while describing him as diffident about cash but eager to press for a touch. The exchange highlights personality contrasts in a street colloquial tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Everbroke
Mr. Muldrox
Cash
Quote of an Old Fool Proudly Declares Unmatched Self
A solitary speaker proclaims his uniqueness with humor and pride. The remark frames a boastful moment where the speaker asserts no one compares to him, ending with a confident self compliment.
Brief Exchange Cited From The Original Touch
A private film exhibition features dialogue about an original plot and a suggested screening time. London Punch notes a brief interaction where a film magnate refers to a scene from a private book adaptation. The conversation includes a line about a husband and jealousy with a puzzled stare.
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London Punch
Palm Beach Echoes Eden Like Resort Banter
Dialogue hints at Palm Beach charm and refined atmosphere with playful exchanges about dress and setting. Conversation frames Palm Beach as a refined Eden with a stylish, slightly pretentious air.
The Masked Gentleman Robs Citizen For Watch and Wallet
A masked man accosts a late shopper, thrusts a gun into the chest, and asks the passerby to lend his watch and pocketbook until he returns. The incident portrays a bold street crime in progress with no immediate report of injury.
Money Worries Mentioned In Light Conversation
In a humorous exchange cited from Everybody's Magazine, Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Jones discuss a neighbor's finances. Mrs. Smith notes Mr. Robinson is greatly worried about the money market while Mrs. Robinson is said to be worried about the market money.
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Mrs. Smith
Mrs. Jones
Mr. Robinson
Mrs. Robinson
Everybody's Magazine
Seattle Scouts Save Drowning Men During Lake Rescue
During a weekend camping trip three Seattle Troop 280 scouts spotted two men struggling near an overturned canoe in a lake. They launched two boats, one boat capsize occurred, and the scouts succeeded in pulling both men to safety and reviving them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Troop 280
Maui Scouts Do Good Turns At Several Community Events
Maui Scout troop performed tasks at Mala wharf opening and Teachers' association benefit, helped raise funds for an orphanage and dental clinic, assisted at other gatherings, decorated graves on Memorial Day, recovered lost children and returned them to parents, and helped ladies with tire changes and car repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maui
TBH
Mala Wharf
Teachers' Association
Scouts Request Proper Flag Disposal in West Palm Beach
The West Palm Beach Fila Scouts ask residents to send worn or stained flags for respectful destruction as part of Flag Day activities, ensuring reverence in handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scouts of
West Palm Beach
Fila
Corrected Exchange on Old School Gentleness
A playful exchange redefines terms as one speaker calls another a gent of the old school while the reply clarifies there are no gents in the old school. The remark highlights evolving language and social labels in a light, humorous moment.
Scouts Aid Near East Relief With Clothing and Literature
Scouts of Troy New York collected 414 tons of clothing and distributed 12 000 pieces of literature for Near East relief this year.
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Scouts of
Troy
N. Y
Near East Relief
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California
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The
John Kendrick Bangs
New York
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Brandt
Martial Et Armand
Jean Patou
Alec Bernard
Lanvin
Couturiers
Charlotte
Madeleine Et Madeleine
Premet
Louis Xitil
Clarence
Flo
JY SG Outs
National Counett
Boycouts
Amerie
Eagle Scout
Bellan Ees
Bellans
Cai
Edwin Wilson
Berkeley
Carol Land
Palm Beach
Garden of Eden
Griggs
Johnson
Briggs
Hawaii
Work For Wear East Relief
Dodd
Robert Fleenar
Pine Village
Ind
Dodd's Medicine CO
Buffalo, N
Heslig-Ellis
Stearns
Geta
Green Mountain
J.H. Guild
Druggista
J.H. Guild CO
Rupert, WE
Cutter
U.S
W. N. UL
Chicago
I. W. Howe
Miss Cayenne
Turine
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