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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1926
Page
10
A collage of crossword clues appears with numbered entries for horizontal and vertical words, including definitions like Confidence Entrance Sea eagle and many other terms. The page also quotes a brief exchange about long waiting and gender norms in Japan, reflecting dated attitudes.
The article surveys ancient varnish use from Egyptian times through early Christian era. It notes amber and sandarne as common resins and frankincense in early varnishes, with thick gummy textures and no thinner. It mentions application by palm and sponge, and adds a curious aside that in Egypt Saturday was the unluckiest day.
An advertisement touts Kotex as a revolutionary sanitary pad offering five times the absorption with easy disposal. It promises no laundry or embarrassment and urges shoppers to ask for Kotex at drug or department stores, noting high adoption among better-class women.
The September meeting at Mrs. Henry Boyer’s home in Monrovia drew members and two visitors. Miss Mary Shawbaker led devotions from First Corinthians, Mrs. Lilly Umberger was chosen delegate to the state convention in Rising Sun, readings focused on Anti Narcotics and the cigarrette habit, a duet by Mia May Broadhurst and Mrs. Umberger, and the next gathering set for October 13 at Mrs. N. H. Albaugh’s residence with refreshments by the pastor.
Vera O Connor and Nathan Abraham wed in Baltimore after choosing a Methodist ceremony despite Vera being Catholic and Nathan Jewish. The event highlights interfaith marriage dynamics reported by the New Era News Agency New York Bureau.
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