British King Jubilee Marked By Empire Beacons
British Empire marks the Silver Jubilee of King George V with beacon fires across the realm. The article notes royal loyalty, Dominion progress toward self-government, and forthcoming London talks on trade and defense involving Canada, Australia, and India. It highlights the crown as a unifying symbol and previews jubilee events and international implications.
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Ben Nevis
Isley
Snowdon
Arthur's Seat
Edinburgh
George V
Mary
Tima
England
George V Aa
le Roy le Veult
George
Prince of Wales
Visita
Canadas
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
India
Britannia
Dominions
Great Britain
Victoria
Newfoundland
Africa
British South Africa Company, Ltd
Southern Rhodesia
Colonial Office
Gold Coast
Ceylon
Sierra Leone
Uganda
Zanziber
Europe
London
Canada
Ottawa
United Kingdom
United States
Far Haat
Buckingham Palace
Should Remove Poison Sprays From Fruits and Vegetables
A household guide warns that pesticide residues on market produce can accumulate in the body and urges extra washing. It details steps to rinse, trim blossom ends, remove outer leaves, and thoroughly wash greens before refrigeration. Recipes for spinach with sour cream, mixed vegetable salad, gelatin desserts, and asparagus jelly salad are included.
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Edith M. Barber
Procrastination Costs Opportunities and Humility Contrast
A training note warns procrastination wastes chances from a scholarship miss to delaying letters and gifts. It contrasts humility with timidity, noting brave, humble people seek knowledge while timid ones fear expression, and urges timely actions to avoid regrets. The piece closes with a brief social guidance tone.
Uncommon Sense on Observation and Crime
A columnist reflects on everyday observers from city and country life noting spring signs, farmer wisdom, and a critique of urban complacency toward crime. He contrasts public alarm over distant crimes with inaction despite rising offenses during prohibition, urging personal responsibility.
Sunlight Simulated in Yellow Decor Details
A description of a sunlit room with a northern exposure decorated in shades of yellow. White pane curtains with translucent yellow hangings match the bedspread, paneled in deeper yellow cords. The effect mimics sunlight, though the sun never enters the room, with lamp light concluding the mood.
Printing Blocks Made in China Centuries Ago
An exhibit at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago features ancient printing blocks from China. Carved on bamboo, root and wood, these designs likely predate 1108 A.D. Found in Chu-lu, Chi-l province, the site flooded in 1108. The Chinese invented block printing and the essential tools for printing. Paper originated and was manufactured in China by 105 A.D.
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China
Chicago
Field Museum of Natural History
Chu-lu
Chi-l
Actor Imitates Tailor Misstep in Courtly Gaffe
A touring actor entered a tailor shop and ordered a suit. He showed a material pattern to his companion Tom who misread the tag. The actor corrected him saying the tag he glimpsed was wrong, but noted it would be the side he must wear when the suit is completed.
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Tommy
Rash Disfigures Face Promo for Cuticora Soap Ointment
Herbert B Skyles of Vintondale Pa reports a facial rash worsened by irritation that burned and itched, then formed eruptions. After trying soaps he ordered a free sample of Cuticura Soap and Ointment, bought more, and the rash disappeared. Proceeds advertise Cuticura products by Pottee Drug & Chemical Corp Malden MA.
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Herbert B Skyles
R. D
Vintondale
Pottee Drug & Chemical Corp
Malden
Masa
Adv
Doan's Pills Touted for Kidney Support Worldwide
An old advertisement promotes Doan's Pills as a kidney toning remedy. It claims the pills cleanse blood of poisonous waste and are recommended globally, available at drug stores.
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Doan
Hasith
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British Empire
William ¢. Utley
Ball Syndicats
Wnu Sarvice
John Blake
Bell Syndicata
WNU
Drumters
M. E. Rynerson
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