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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1936
Page
2
A reflective piece contrasts humility and vanity among clever minds. It urges restraint in sneering and forgiveness in civic behavior, noting the burden of saying nothing and the value of genuine humanity over ostentatious indignation.
The article traces the origins of turkey in American feasts, noting the bird as an American symbol tied to Plymouth harvests and aboriginal practices. It explains domestication in the Southwest, emphasizes that turkeys are native to America, and clarifies the etymology of the name Turkey from Hebrew usage and misidentification with the peacock.
The piece argues gratitude comes from recognition of a Divine Giver and that Thanksgiving is an opportunity, not a duty. It contrasts the grateful with the ungrateful, notes the poor deserve more thanks, and cites Carlyle and Pope to urge a generous, compassionate spirit.
Judge Harry B. Keidan speaks of gratitude and happiness as Hanksgiving approaches. He urges residents to focus on the chance to pursue joy and positive change in their lives. The message emphasizes self appreciation and communal optimism.
A concise reflection on living by hope as a guiding force in life. The speaker asserts hope sustains everyone who enters the world and frames daily experience and purpose.
A selection of Brisbane columns notes Kokichi Mikimoto’s pearl production by inserting irritants in oysters, the grim death by own action, Polly the parrot buried with a stone, and reflections on taxes, death, and war prep. Also mentions Chiang Kai-shek, labor strikes in Britain, LaGuardia borrowing, and Myron C. Taylor’s steel wage increases.
Comic exchange where a traveler explains he wears a nose bandage after being told not to show his nose in the shop again. The shop proprietor quips about the disguise as a running gag.
Eleanor questions Jack about stewed chicken after his club meal. Jack admits the dish, provoking a playful rebuke as Eleanor highlights his recent church joining last Sunday.
A light hearted exchange between Mrs Bore and Guppy Bore about enjoying the evening with a playful note to leave the hall lights on if one returns home first.
Mullican argues late fall planting is worthwhile while Virstein Migosh counters the risk. The exchange frames a practical debate on gardening timing and effort versus yield.
An old column promotes alkalizing the stomach to ease acid indigestion and nausea. It advises two teaspoons of Phillips Milk of Magnesia or two Phillips Milk of Magnesia Tablets 30 minutes after meals for quick relief, claiming rapid comfort and a renewed feeling. The ad notes the liquid option and a 25 cent price per box at drug stores.
A satirical line portrays a man obsessed with evening the score as tiresome to all. The remark calls out his constant drive to balance situations, highlighting social weariness with overbearing fairness.
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