Mechanical Courtesy in a Courtroom Exchange
A courtroom excerpt features Mr. Coldcash requesting service while the operator claims to reach the wrong party. The judge weighs a back and forth about truthfulness as voices clash over dialing details.
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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1921
Page
3
A courtroom excerpt features Mr. Coldcash requesting service while the operator claims to reach the wrong party. The judge weighs a back and forth about truthfulness as voices clash over dialing details.
An advertisement claims catarrh is worsened by poor health and that Hall's Catarrh Medicine is absorbed through the blood to reduce inflammation on mucous surfaces. It promises general restoration of normal conditions and offers circulars from B. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio.
A fragment quotes William Dean Howells praising Spanish travel with large families. He recalls a Malaga hotel dining hall filled with babies and jokes about the scene. The anecdote reflects on Southern Spain and social life during travel.
Priscilla recently attended school for a few days before meeting a friend on the street. She explains her mother misses her at home and fears she is not doing well. Her father shares that he is uneasy about her staying away.
A Fireside tale from 1921 follows Terence O Neill and Eileen Mc Donagh in a melodramatic love story. A rich American banker deserts old country vows for an American match, while Eileen remains faithful as Terence pursues a stronger career and true love. Set in Ireland and America with songs, longing, and bittersweet reunion.
The Federal Trade Commission urges creation of central markets for perishables in major cities and a federal licensing system for all dealers. It argues federal action is needed to stop hoarding, ensure timely deliveries, regulate supplies, and date cold storage. The report notes wheat milling concentration and Webb Pomerene act impacts on export trade.
Chicago man Obert Firmin offers himself body and soul for one year at 2500 dollars. He will take any hazardous task, just wants to ensure his wife Myrtle and 13 month old daughter get care. He has traveled the world as a sailor and seeks honest work to provide milk and meals, not charity.
Vienna reports a fivefold rise in crime this year. Police President Schober bans the Vienna Trade Association and credits successful prosecutions to cooperation with judges and to 49 physicians attached to the police staff.
North Carolina Representative Small has agreed to present a suit of clothes for each new Bland child as part of a political pact. After delivering 18 outfits, he will retire from Congress on March 3, ending the contract with farmer R. T Bland who has expanded his family from 20 to 34 children since the deal began.
Geneva reports the Mohammedan begum of Bhopal, ruler of central India's Bhopal state, has ordered 2,500 more timepieces after already sending 4,000 watches to her people. She aims to keep subjects punctual, reducing sun reliance. Sultan Jahan begum has led since 1901. Bhopal's capital hosts about 75,000 residents.
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