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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1940
Page
2
A humorous piece lampoons auto sales and the Federal Trade Commission code mandating truthful mileage and car history. The salesman hedges details for a new car while promising to verify features like four wheel brakes and shocks. A separate verse parodies spring taxes and headlines about Rockefeller's Lakewood estate.
A historical note traces the origins of bunkum from a 1820 Missouri Compromise debate and explains Buncombe County naming, then follows Jean Nicot’s plant line to nicotine and the Marcel Grateau wave. It blends linguistic origins with biographical tidbits about Nicot and Grateau.
Orrin jokes about his wife running for congresswoman noting her skill at introducing bills in the house. The exchange with Fred highlights political humor regarding wife’s legislative activity.
A party of American tourists rode a bus through Swiss mountains. Asked about rocks, the driver says glaciers brought them. When asked where the glaciers are, he quips they’ve gone back to get more rocks, ending with weary humor.
Mrs Gabber-Baby anticipates a walk soon as Mr Gabber fears repossession of their car by the finance company. The note captures a domestic moment amid financial pressure.
The quote contrasts acknowledging faults with modesty and confidence when shared with friends. It warns that preaching faults to the world without care becomes pride, reflecting on self awareness and restraint.
The ad claims Camel cigarettes burn slower with extra mildness and cooling qualities. It asserts reduced heat and drying effects, preserving full flavor from a blend of tobaccos. It also promises more smoking value per pack.
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