Foreign Words and Phrases Overview
A concise glossary of notable French and Latin terms with English meanings. Entries include novus homo parvenu summum bonum tout a l heure oubliette pater noster suum cuique sans souci and piece de resistance with brief definitions.
Child Named Shirley After Famous Temple
A mother tells a minister her child is named Shirley after Shir ley Temple. The minister confirms the name and asks which preacher serves there now.
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Shirley
Old Family Bible Quip About Grandpa’s Age
A Washington Post quip notes a child asking how old grandpa is and the father replying he could check the family Bible. The boy exclaims he never realized grandpa is old enough to be in the Bible, underscoring the joke with a nod to biblical ages.
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Washington Post
Old Maid dialogue hints at heartbreak and winnings
A playful exchange reveals Old Maid claiming joy in winning and a rich heart cost, noting a jilt with a $50,000 heart paid by the other party. The banter contrasts smiles with financial sting and personal amusement.
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Old Maid
Black-Draught Laxative Promises Quick Constipation Relief
A vintage ad touts Black-Draught as a purely vegetable laxative that prevents buliness and bad feelings from constipation. It claims prompt relief and encourages taking a dose at the first sign to check trouble before it worsens.
Govern Your Thoughts Quote from Walter Pater
A concise reflect on mental discipline citing Walter Pater that words shape actions. The line emphasizes inner control and the power to choose one’s thinking.
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Walter Pater
Gas and stomach relief with Adierika claims
An ad claims Adierika relieves gas and constipation by cleansing both upper and lower bowels. It features testimonials from Mrs. Jas. Filler and Dr. H. L. Shoub of New York, urging readers to buy at leading druggists.
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Adierika
H. L. Shoub
New York
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