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Newspaper
New Oxford Item
Location
New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1922
Page
8
Classified item offers a boy's pocket knife or magazine clutch pencil with six packs of perfume sachet priced at 18 cents each. Request includes seller name and address for contact: K. Ryan, Spring Mount, Pennsylvania.
A crowd gathers as a silk hose demonstration in a shop window blocks a street. A dignified observer asks the cause, a frustrated man complains of the long wait, and other bystanders joke it could be a safety razor demonstration. The Birmingham Age-Herald notes the disruption and public amusement.
A stern teacher scolds Willie for chewing gum and offers half to share, turning the lesson into a moral moment about sharing and fairness.
A passenger, excited by a minor incident at an Indianapolis crossing, quips that a person with $20,000 in stock would feel the same. The remark frames the event as a small loss with outsized financial impact to shareholders.
W S Meadville of North Twenty-ninth Street Omaha says Tanlac helped his weak back and kidneys after weeks bedridden. He reports lasting improvement and newfound strength, noting the product’s availability from reputable druggists.
A film set scene shows the arena ready as the director warns about brutes and dinner, while the star preparing to portray a Christian martyr asks about control. The director jokes about running over crew if dessert toys arise, and the dialogue hints at a morning constitutional.
A freshman refuses a dime for a bed while speculation swirls about an engagement. The couple planned to marry and print engagement cards, but a printers strike halted the process and their engagement ended as a result.
A man questions why a stock certificate remains framed in the parlor. The woman replies it serves as a reminder not to repeat past mistakes, noting she feels the same whenever she looks at her marriage certificate.
An old woman with a pig that fails to fatten seeks medical advice. The physician urges veterinary help but she doubts the vet, saying he is too thin himself to inspire confidence.
A humorous exchange shows a wife asking her husband for $10 causing a storm. She explains she needs support and does not want him to drop dead from the quarrel, highlighting humor in domestic relations.
A terse exchange about trading cars with Skinner ends with a buyer admitting regret saying he has kicked himself ever since. The line underscores a sharp, possibly humorous take on the deal and its lasting impact.
A playful clump of quotes and curios about fashion, marriage, smoking, and landlords. The snippets stage witty exchanges featuring Mr Meek ton and Mr Godspur with light urban humor, exploring habits, wives, and housing through sharp one liners.
A resident asks for a motor mechanic in the village but is advised to seek a horse doctor instead. The exchange reflects a rural setting where animal care options are limited and traditional remedies prevail.
A family scene unfolds as a neighbor helps conceal a wounded chicken after an air gun incident. The missing fowl is recovered by the bird’s owner, who then retreats to bed. Also notes a London directory listing 25 people named Christmas and mentions historic figures sharing the name.
A Philadelphia Ledger quotation recalls a Sunday scene where Alice says conscience speaks to the heart. Her six year old sister dismisses it as wind in the stomach, igniting a playful exchange about belief and skepticism.
Women members of the Republican county committee discuss Assemblyman Steinberg's bill delaying marriage until 36 hours after license. Miss Mary Wood opposes, arguing it gives a man too much chance to change his mind. New York Herald.
A statement notes that each new Das brings new lessons for those ready to learn, emphasizing continued growth and education for motivated students.
Sir Philp Gibbs spoke to Chicago listeners about a village scandal told by a paper editor who had a carpenter enlarge type. The publisher noted the charm of the show yet hinted at saving a revealing moment for the second coming. Foxy Old Boy features a ninety five year old man who claims secrecy as his health method.
A Birmingham Age-Herald excerpt features a sympathetic elder noting the victor’s advantage in a rough confrontation. The other speaker admits luck failed after a broken nose, while a Jazz orchestra veteran is mentioned. A quip about fame versus notoriety closes the anecdote.
A scout on duty challenges a figure at night and orders the officer of the day to identify the purpose of his presence. The officer complies, explaining his night patrol duties to the guard.
A magazine asks what pushes men to explore distant corners of the world. The guess centers on the lure of seeing theory names in newspaper headlines and the status of being in print.
A concise note warns that trouble often leads to high costs while some individuals chase costly temptations. The piece emphasizes prudence and financial awareness in pursuit of wealth or status.
A compact note on the value of writing and labor for favorable conditions. The fragment hints at diligence and willingness to work shaping outcomes and weathering daily tasks.
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