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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1916
Page
8
A collection of light quips and sketches from church and village life including Polly’s cake pocketing answer, a minister’s dinner mischief, a debt joke about pew rent, a horse dealer’s reaction to a dead horse, a diplomat joke about birthdays, and the Rural New Yorker’s German Scot and other humorous exchanges from Chicago News.
The notice warns that persistent colds weaken the system and raise risk of chronic catarrh, pneumonia or consumption. It endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as reliable, used by thousands, affordable at a quarter, sold by F. D. Stubenrauch.
A collection of anecdotes on Alexandre Dumas the elder and culinary craft. The chef Edouard recalls Dumas’ ambition to outdo him in omelets and how the great writer’s kitchen genius inspired staff, guests, and artistry. It contrasts aristocratic culinary hobby with true professional skill. The piece also notes the Bible’s enduring historical influence in Bryce’s Youth’s Companion excerpt.
An early 20th century style ad touts Allen's Foot Ease antiseptic powder to be shaken into shoes and foot baths. It claims relief from coins and bunions, prevents blisters and callouses, and notes the product sells for 25 cents everywhere.
A widowed farmer narrates how Widow Sparks offered a practical match. She arranged a test courtship, provided a ready wife candidate, and after a late supper and close companionship he moved in. He now shares duties across both farms, running the household and fieldwork under her bargain.
R B Priestley recounts an amusing Antarctic venture off Flagstaff Point during Captain Scott's Terra Nova expedition. Adelie penguins repeatedly boarded the boat while frozen sea birds eyed the boatman, attacked when trapped, and even startled the boatswain, whose stunned expression surpassed the penguin's.
The first Confederate gray uniform worn in a southern theater after the war appeared in Richmond in 1880 for William Gillette's play Eld by the Enemy. A young actor, son of a Confederate soldier, wore the costume and drew deafening applause, surprising actors who had grown used to the symbol's impact.
The Chronicle Office item notes availability of typewriter ribbons and carbon paper. It highlights supplies for clerical work and note taking, with emphasis on economy and steady stock for local businesses and residents. No specific dates or entities beyond the newspaper office are mentioned.
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