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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1938
Page
7
Ruth Wyeth Spears presents a step by step guide to making chintz draperies with a shirred valance. Instructions cover buckram backing rod casing stitching and finishing details. The piece promotes her book Sewing for the Home Decorator and provides a request for purchase at a Chicago address with 25 cents.
A Rhode Island garden gate left open by a disobedient lad allowed a pig to enter and damage plants. The ensuing quarrel among owners spread to friends, affected a Federal candidate, and helped elect a state senator whose vote preceded the 1812 war with Britain.
Sugar coated laxative pills marketed by Dr Pierce claim effectiveness and appeal to children. An unrelated ad fragment presents a Cicero quote on the mind and eyes.
A light humorous pair of anecdotes contrasts a singing teacher urging more spirit with a ship captain's candid reply about his wife and pay. The first vignette critiques performance while the second highlights a salary dispute and ownership reversal.
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