Papal Robes Ready for New Pope Amid Election Prudence
In 1914 during Benedict XV’s election, three sets of white papal robes in varying sizes were prepared. The smallest size proved too large, prompting further alterations to robes and the fisher man’s ring to fit the newly chosen pope as he is cloaked and saluted by cardinals.
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Benedict XV
Sistine Chapel
Cuticura Toilet Trio Promises Clear Complexion
Cuticura Soap daily and Ointment as needed for a clear complexion scalp cleanliness and soft hands. Also features Cuticura Talcum as part of the fragrance and care routine offered by the trio.
Candidate’s witty encounter ends with biting quip
A local candidate stumps county for the coming primary and asks a girl where her father is. She replies he’s burying the dog. He asks what happened to the dog, and she says he barked himself to death barking at candidates.
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Missy
Talent. Zeb am Elysia a music genius
A fragmented line hints at a dialogue about a child named Elysia and a boy named Zeke. The text ponders whether Elysia is a music genius, with a brief, informal crash of phrases suggesting a musical refrain.
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Zeb
Elysia
Zeke
Great Variety of Bananas Across Regions and Uses
The article notes over 60 banana varieties with diverse flavors and uses, including Hawaii's more than 40 distinct types introduced by whites. Some are delicious fresh, while others are mainly cooked. Bananas grow easily in city lots and farms, with new suckers replacing removed plants.
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Hawaii
Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Claim Promises Big Results
A drug advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder ailments claiming it neutralizes uric acid and relieves rheumatism Sample bottles offered by mail for ten cents with a newspaper mention Large and medium bottles available at drug stores It presents testimonials and sworn statements to support effectiveness
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Touching Faith and the Hare’s Curious Tonic
A boy sprinkles drops from a small bottle near a cottontail burrow while a hunter explains the tonic keeps the hare from moving. The scene unfolds as the boy cleans a hole and the man contemplates releasing the captive.
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Retail Ledger
Philadelphia
No Longer Wireless Nomenclature Updates Radio Terms
The government radio conference committee declares wireless terms obsolete and urges using radio. They propose aerial for conducing radiated waves, antenna for open circuit, and collar for closed circuit, as reflected in Youth's Companion styles.
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Committee On Nomenclature
Government Radio
Knitted Scarfs Drive Fashionable Sportswear Trends
A fashion overview notes knitted silk scarfs and knicker suits redefining sportswear for women. It highlights spectator pieces, boyish knicker outfits, ribbed hose, and versatile scarves as key trends, from golf and hiking attire to summer sheer scarf elegance. It praises knitted fabrics, worsted yarns, and fiber silk for dresses, coats, hats, and scarf sets, urging readers to adopt silk knitted scarves as a stylish summer essential.
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Wrench
Is that you John in the quarrel over the phone
A Birmingham Age-Herald fragment depicts Mrs Duthwaite challenging John by telephone about his stenographer and his home life. She notes her new outfit and urges him to return in a cheerful frame of mind. The exchange hints at marital strain and social propriety in a domestic dispute.
Bayer Aspirin Ad Promotes Genuine Tablets with Cross
An advertisement urges readers to demand Bayer Tablets of Aspirin as prescribed for over twenty one years. It highlights the Bayer Cross stamped on every tablet and on each package to guard against imitations.
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Bayer
Fletcher
Not Well Acquainted Reminder at Church Prayer
Uncle Billy hesitates to pray during a service while Uncle Ben, a zealous church member, is better acquainted with the Law. The preacher urges Billy three times, then asks Bradder Ben to lead instead, before Billy finally speaks.
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Ben
Uncle Billy
Brother Billy
Pahson
Bradder Ben
New York Mail
Wife's Favorite Flower Hinted As Durable Trim Material
Mr. Groucher describes his wife’s preferred flower as artificial and durable, suitable for trimming hats, though he does not know the exact variety. The remark suggests a hat decoration context rather than a botanical identification.
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Mr. Groucher
Radio Books and Blue Prints Read KRuado For Everybody
Advertises wireless set construction and operation guidance by Austin C. Tescarboura. Includes pricing for books from multiple publishers and mail order details. Offers farm catalogs and plant listings with quantities and prepaid postage. Names FRANK McCARTHY, The Sonnesyn Lind Co., and JOHN PATZEL among others.
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Austin C. Tescarboura
Scientific American
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Harper
Frank McCarthy
East Sixth Street
Des Moines
Iowa
Homestead & Des Moines News
Of Course He Didn't And The Postman’s Read Mail
A rural minister mocks the postman by sending a note to a medical friend claiming the postman reads it. The card is delivered, and the postman angrily denies reading mail. A proverb notes comfort of worn clothes signals nearing end of use.
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