Cornet Offered In Swap Ad Sparks Teenal Resistance
A reader known as Mrs. 8, a frequent peruser of Swap ads, offered a cornet in trade when an ad ended with uncertainty. The caller replied he was the advertiser's son and did not want to start lessons, ending the exchange.
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Indianapolis News
Odd Request For A Pigeon From London Station
A countrywoman in London watched a man release racing pigeons and asked for one for her son before they were freed. The scene sparked a whimsical reply about an engagement ring, with a playful twist on proposals.
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Postum Free Week Offer In Newspaper Ad
The Postum Company offers a full week’s supply of health giving Postum free to anyone who writes for it, as publicized in the newspaper. Ady signed the promotion.
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Postum Company
Ady
Such a Little Thing and A Useful Drawback Snippets
A Dublin Opinion cartoon caption mocks a plain telephone girl who helps deter shoplifters with a squint. A Toronto Globe quip notes a sister's marriage and a husband’s annoyance. The quotes sourly reflect social gossip and gender roles.
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Dublin
Toronto Globe
Keep Going to Coolangaboo Roadside Riddle
A quirky saying guides travelers with a rhyme about sticking to the road and recognizing a wrong turn by a hill topped with a church. The note evokes a rustic humor and a maplike local flavor.
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Coolangaboo
Whimsical Exchange Sparks Mystery About New Baby Brother
In a light column, a child asks the question about a baby brother whose name remains unknown. The dialogue hints at poverty and wealth through playful lines about having nothing versus having everything, capturing a humorous domestic moment.
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