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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1925
Page
7
Arthur Brisbane notes scientists studied earth magnetic currents during the eclipse and ship captains observed compass effects. The piece asks how radium in the sun might govern solar life span and planetary futures, suggesting a long solar era beyond mere burning.
The text notes British ships using water ballast to tilt and elevate guns, while the War Department orders eighty-five flying machines from U S makers. Curtiss would receive 250000 for ten craft and Douglas about 883000 for seventy five, with Ford and Edsel Ford anticipated to contribute to aviation plans.
The piece argues engines must endure longer than a few hours, noting Ford engines could circumnavigate the globe many times with limited parts renewal. It recalls a century of growth in moving pictures, and profiles John Lennroth who, despite catastrophic injuries, drives a specially built car from California to Walla Walla as a tribute to perseverance.
The piece discusses German President Von Hindenburg as a world challenge from a French viewpoint, contrasts Napoleon and the Kaiser in terms of national character, and suggests tax policy ideas to deduct medical expenses, framing the body as essential machinery for professionals.
Advertises grass rugs priced at $1.00 each, sized 36 by 72 inches, printed in a variety of patterns.
A writer argues owners should deduct repair costs and wear and tear as business expenses, comparing mine depletion to brain value. Fashion trends, notably short skirts, reshape London eateries and nightlife, prompting changes to furniture height to suit patrons.
A jumble of comic exchanges shows a slice of home life and small talk. A husband jokes about car use and city escapades while a wife and children provide quips about chores, galactic essays, and everyday mishaps. The piece echoes early 20th century humor through nickname character snippets and light banter.
Comics and banter unfold among guests with jokes about riding in an airplane, socks on, hairstyles, and a thin dance partner. The crowd rib each other about flasks and a coming “banquet” amid wartime talk of hot dog bombs and mustard gas.
Miss Ella Knecht left for Vandalia for a brief job. Chas Moeller Herman Meseke and von Walter drove to Centralia after the visit of the former’s sister in the hospital. Geo Lange of Woodriver and families visited with John Goedel and kin. Frank Sasse and family. Wm Branch and wife. Prof Kiehl and families spent Sunday with Theodore Lotz and family. Herman Meseke and wife visited Ed Wolff and family. Margaret Hassebrock and Elnora Harmeier spent Sunday with Emil Sehukar and family. Chas Gable Jr. and family J Metzger and son Jake visited Fred Peterson and family near Shobonier.
Due to poor health John Jennings will hold a public sale at his farm 5 miles southwest of Ratoka and near Fairman on Wednesday June 10 1925 starting at 1 o clock. Items include horses hogs farm machinery harness and more with terms of $5 and under payable with 6 months at 7 percent interest and 1 percent discount. Official notices list Adams owner and Carrigan clerk.
Local ad promotes oleo Creamo with a pound guarantee inviting readers to judge at Martins. The fragmented text hints at a tasting event or promotional contest encouraging trial and comparison.
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