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Newspaper
Piqua Daily Press
Location
Piqua, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1917
Page
2
In the Dayton Journal, a tobacco column warns that stogies will vanish as prices surge due to war. Sumatra wrappers and higher costs push cigars toward shorter, pricier forms, ending affordable long smokes. readers are told to enjoy them while they last.
Britain presses seaworthy vessels of all ages into transport and patrol roles as fuel shortages force old racing yachts and convict ships to sail and steam in wartime. Mayhem and daring echo Armada days as windjammers join the fleet under the lord high admiral.
A wartime collection of hints and exhortations from the London Times and other sources urges readers to support the U S war effort through War Savings Stamps and charitable donations. It praises staff service, cites Kingston Ontario contributions, notes Chinese labor in war efforts, and warns against complacency and waste while stressing national unity and conservation. It also humorously records fuel values and cautions about letters and horse feed.
The Red Cross urges women to send Christmas packages to U S troops in France and at home. A 1 50 limit per pack guides gifts, packing methods, and suggested contents such as dried fruits candies crackers and small useful items. Send to nearest Red Cross chapter for forwarding.
A health note advises passing at least two hours daily outdoors and walking when other recreation is possible. It mentions rinsing a tooth with boiled alum solution, not swallowing the liquid, and endorses old fashioned remedies like nitrate salts and lemon juice for cleansing the system and improving complexion.
A stray note describes a home remedy using lemon juice added to warm water to create a pleasant breath and whitening effect. The text also suggests this mix removes nail stains and loosens the cuticle, touting the beauty benefits briefly.
Madge listened as her parents discussed Egyptian hieroglyphics and saw drawings used to teach the concept. During a visit to a weathered cliff with a guest, the scene sparked her curiosity about ancient symbols and natural processes.
A child, addressing the weather man, muses that if Egyptians lived far away and no one resided here, then the markings on the rocks must simply be weather hieroglyphics rather than ancient inscriptions. The remark reflects a playful, anecdotal moment in a historical scene.
A boy named Jemmy, after two hours shoveling soil on his father's allotment, cries when a tramp steals the shovel from the neighboring plot. A sympathetic bystander advises not to worry about others’ affairs, while Jemmy explains he cried because no one stole his shovel.
The article describes dark crepe georgette blouses with embroidery and silk beads paired with dark blue taffeta skirts as a versatile ensemble. It notes durability, suitability with other skirts, and advises coordinating color to maximize seasonal outfit options.
A cloth coat features burgundy red with seal trim, a deep collar and cuffs, and a Wig fur button fastening the belt. Fur trims the foot of the coat sides. hat chosen to echo the seal and burgundy color scheme.
State arsenal in Columbus receives parcels for a Christmas special to Camp Sheridan Montgomery Ala. Ten freight cars will carry gifts with departures from Columbus Youngstown Cleveland and Cincinnati. About 200 Ohio visitors to Montgomery will be entertained with Christmas events and meals en route. Governor Cox appeals for 2090 more gifts for Camp Sheridan soldiers.
The city of Somerville establishes a disciplinary garden to which youths punished for trespass or garden damage are assigned. The Youth's Companion notes the practice grows from a police court remedy that makes young offenders restore harm caused to property or persons.
The exchange features a playful jibe about eyes and admiration between two characters. Miss Moneybugs compliments eye charm while Mr Hardfax replies with a quip about millions, framing a lighthearted banter on perception and value.
A reader questions the origin of the saying as deaf as a haddock and notes other phrases for hearing loss. The piece debunks a legend of St Peter finding money in a haddock and argues haddocks share no special deafness, suggesting the proverb is unproven and unlikely to reflect reality.
A century of pocket knives shows continual improvements yet a preference for the original navy knife style. Makers experiment with perfection and condition, but timeless appeal keeps the traditional form dominant.
A Popular Science Monthly note explains the jackie knife favors two pull-out styles with a blade that slides in a groove and is opened by the same jerking motion. It remains usable when fouled, allowing quick cleaning by raking out the blade, valued for single-handed use when aloft and fingers numb.
A novel camera method, described by Popular Science Monthly, captures fingerprints without removing them from their surface. The device presses against doors or walls, uses four internal lamps for illumination, and requires no photography skill or tripod. Battery power drives the circuit and exposure automatically.
Advice on cleaning methods and frugal household practices. Do not overmend dresses as economy. Close the refrigerator door to save ice. Questionable value in cheap quilts. prefer clean cheap materials at home. Clean hair brushes with ammonia solution. rinse with cold water, air dry. Soda and soap soften bristles.
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