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Humorous exchange about a bath scene where a baby appears to turn blue and a dog named Fido awaiting a wash. The dialogue hints at light domestic wit and social etiquette in a playful tone.
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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1911
Page
3
Humorous exchange about a bath scene where a baby appears to turn blue and a dog named Fido awaiting a wash. The dialogue hints at light domestic wit and social etiquette in a playful tone.
In a light moment, Senator Allen asked his housekeeper how a valuable chinaware item broke. She replied she fell and it broke itself. He quipped that it was merely an automatic brake.
In a dim parlor the pair discuss weather and shows as they yawn. A tense moment follows when she fears a noise outside while he jokes about burglars and the night turning to day. The scene closes on uncertain tension.
A Hil woman suffering severe stomach trouble and headaches describes how Grape-Nuts food revived her. After trying many foods without success she gained weight and strength, with ongoing improvement and gratitude to Postum Company. The letter cites the product as life saving and notes her family’s health improving.
The lesson reviews Manasseh of Judah reigning fifty five years beginning at age twelve, his idolatry and alliances with Assyrian power, and his later repentance after captivity in Nineveh. It contrasts his early folly with God’s forgiveness and calls youths to heed the warning.
Dix confirms notifying police about the robbery and expects word soon of an arrest, hoping the wrong man has not been taken.
Mrs. T. B. Rosser of Mill Hall Pa reports her infant’s severe eczema covering head to toe. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment for four weeks the baby’s skin improved and hair regrew. She urges others to try the Cuticura samples offered by mail from Boston.
A prosperous old farmer recalls thirteen sons with three prodigal siblings who squandered fortunes and returned home to be fed petted and supported until they fled again. He declares ten sons remain and vows no more fatted calves or welfare for wanderers, claiming peace from trouble with them.
Instruction from Designer on preserving fruit jar rubbers by storing in flour filled jars and using two rubbers per jar when old. Advice includes tightening lids to extend life and testing seals by inverting jars until cool.
A terse exchange during a quarrel records the husband accusing the wife of always bargain making and the wife retorting there was one time she did so on their wedding day.
Stop the Pain claims Cole's Carboli salve ends hurt from burns or cuts and prevents scars when applied. The ad offers 25 cents and 50 cents through Gruggists and provides a free sample offer via address 1090 J. W. Cole & Co. Black River Falls Wisconsin.
A witty note suggests even the toughest old bachelors keep a withered flower as a memento of romance. The remark hints at lingering affection and humor about love lasting beyond youth.
The National Association warns public provision for tuberculosis care remains far short of demand. While 31 states have tuberculosis sanitatoria and 114 municipal or county hospitals exist, about 200 facilities total serve the consumptive, leaving much care to private philanthropy.
A burglar stole from a house then was arrested. The next morning the victim rushed to the magistrate to press charges but instead asked to kiss the thief and give him ten dollars. The thief had stolen love letters the victim had written to his wife before their marriage.
A Plain Dealer note recalls a morning picnic plan spoiled by rain. A child asks where idols are sold, seeking something to worship as night falls.
A quoted dialogue exposes tension between a character who values educated Indians and a sentiment of collective guilt. The speaker admits admiration for learning yet feels shame because both sides bear historical land theft. The exchange highlights colonial memory and intergenerational accountability.
Louise Jennings Elise Hathaway and Florence Krintnall hosted lavish beach picnics for unlimited guests over ten days. The girls compare parties noting ice cream, carrousel rides, and parental indulgence as they recall whose celebration was best.
The tale ends with Hercules declaring completion and a firm refusal to undertake another task. The narrator notes even Hercules was not immune to superstition associated with the number 138.
Promotes Allen’s Foot-Ease antiseptic powder to shake into four shoes for corns bunions burrowing nails swelling sweaty feet blisters and curious spots. Sold everywhere 24c. Address Allen & Olmsted Le Roy NY.
An advertisement touts Mrs Winston’s soothing syrup for teething children. It claims gums soften reduce inflammation ease pain cure wind colic and is sold at 25 cents a bottle.
A saying notes that many women wed men to prevent another woman from winning him, highlighting marriage driven by rivalry and protection rather than love or partnership. The remark reflects social attitudes about courtship and competition among women.
A diffident young man asks where the overs lane is and a clerk guides him past the barber shop porter. The hotel piazza scene notes the busy lovers lane crowded with guests waiting for checks from the porter as each gets his turn.
A compact quotation notes that if truly desired, one can be wanted in the world. The line reflects Roche’s reflection on belonging and value in society.
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