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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1919
Page
12
The article notes that safety first messaging via motion pictures captivates children, who quickly identify the hero and the villain and respond with clear sympathies, making films an effective tool for teaching safety concepts to young viewers.
New York State launches a safety-for-children campaign using educational films shown in Saturday morning theater programs. The Secretary of State notes 1,200 auto deaths last year, many involving school children, and the aim is to teach self-preservation through vivid on-screen scenes.
Bargains in Elgin and Waltham watches offered by Joe Rosenberg Jewelry established 1896. Located at 141 Water Street near Upper Lexington Kentucky. 34 years in business with savings up to 50 cents on the dollar.
A soldier-sailor and a shy sewing lady break the ice after he mentions chevrons and cat stitches. Her reaction reveals shared pride in his uniform and the moment changes their social dynamic. The tale centers on mutual curiosity and a shy couple’s instant connection.
The Knowsitts discuss neighbors buying a graphophone while recalling a Christmas gift of a horn and a drum for their boy. The dialogue contrasts neighborly purchases with family presents in a light humorous exchange.
A discussion on ventriloquism explains how humans can mimic distant sounds with minimal lip movement. Birds such as pigeons cuckoos and snipes produce internal resonance that creates audible calls without opening their bills. The piece notes nightingales also have internal notes heard while the beak remains closed.
The Birmingham Age Herald quotes a city editor and a young reporter debating the modern tone of visits. The editor notes the distinguished guest received a royal reception, while the reporter observes the crowd’s jeers, hoots, and hisses.
A humorous line from Uncle Bill Bottletop quotes a plan to improve the mind by traveling to Europe, noting a long-held belief in self betterment through foreign travel. The Washington Star captions the jest as a quip on self improvement and global exploration.
He-Miss Wilkins claims a desire for the other’s death, while she denies it and says the speaker only wants to end the relationship. The exchange clarifies personal tensions and a mistaken accusation.
A fan predicts an exciting next season with rich league competition and promising baseball ahead. The remark foreshadows a lively summer, suggesting strong teams and high anticipation among spectators.
Mrs. W. T. Atchison of Mt Sterling Kentucky says Dean's Kidney Pills restored her kidneys to proper function after dull headaches backache and urinary trouble. She reports relief from dizziness and irregular kidney action. Price 60 cents at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY endorses the remedy.
President Wilson endorses the Red Cross Christmas Seals campaign as it opens with sales in Washington and a pledge to fund tuberculosis work in Kentucky. The Prince of Wales also praised the movement, and a Health Bond option appears amid ongoing efforts to reach more buyers.
Kentucky has been allotted 13 million in Red Cross Christmas Seals sales to bolster the national six and a half million dollar goal for tuberculosis. Dr. J S Lock of the Kentucky Tuberculosis Association says the state aims to raise about 130000, funding an intensive 1920 fight. He notes 4600 deaths and nearly 30000 sufferers last year, urging visiting nurses and preventive care to curb the disease.
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