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Newspaper

Pekin Advance

Location

Pekin, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1913

Page

2

Contradictory Gulls and Panama Canal Hopes in Pe kin Advanc e

A fragmentary historic column discusses Audubon Society debates over gull protection and fish, references the Panama Canal voyage with Amundsen and the Fram, and jokes about matches and fashionable conduct. It cites Oregon fog, a note on 1914 era topics, and light social observations across New York and Massachusetts.

Oregon Pacama Canal Cape Horn Santeago Colonel Gdethals Amundsen Washington Amundssa Fram Pram Tropica Panama Canal

Motor Vehicles Law on Signals and Passing Rules

Law text outlines rules for stopping on signals and safe passing of horse drawn and other vehicles. It requires motor vehicle operators to slow, signal, and pass to the right or left as appropriate, with specific speed limits and penalties for unsafe speeds. The document also includes a note from Valparaiso Indiana dated May 1, 1913, describing local scenery and observations alongside minor community notices.

Cinker Vilege Fierson Aquila Curtis Pekin Ind A. Porter Hibee Mint Lake Valpoo

Fragmentary Note on Fire Damage and Dancer Mention

A garbled OCR fragment mentions a dancer and a fire incident with terms like creosote and gusher, but lacks coherent names, places, or dates. The text references destruction or damage by fire and a related hazard, without clear actions or outcomes.

Truth by Accident and a Seven Year Old's Quote

A reported remark from a seven year old girl defines a detagogue as a vessel containing beer and oaths liquids. The oddly phrased line reflects a playful misunderstanding of religious or communal terms.

Habite of Men and Small Change Traditions

A fragmentary note contrasts men who carry a pint of small change with those who never spend a dollar until prior small bills are exhausted, reflecting frugal habit and local sayings.

Happiness and Peace After Strife

A fragmented notice reflects on happiness peace and wellbeing after hardship. The text voices a view that truly happy people are worried women and single men, noting emotional relief following struggle.

Apt Description Of A Toddler In A Storm Scream

The passage notes little Robert learning to talk and showing timidity during a heavy thunderstorm. He exclaims in mixed words about the sun shining and the thunder and lightning, capturing a child’s perception of a storm.

Robert Mantata

At Least Neat Excuse and Odd Snippets From a Paper

An assortment of fragmented quotes discusses a mh charge in West London for stealing milk bottles, fashion trends, and a hospital in Chicago with rooftop beds. The piece weaves rumors about Yates, Paris fashion, and a quip about friendship and money, reflecting a collage of contemporary curiosities and social quirks.

West London

Clothing sale notice sparks city interest

Fragmentary notice invites inspection of clothing for men and boys at a city store. It mentions shoes and Oxford shoes, promises lower prices than City Stores, and urges readers to call and visit to take advantage of the sale. The text is garbled but centers on bargain footwear and apparel.

Wien Csuctmen Audubonociety Mick East Hall Vatpaunatiso Millard M. Verredi

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