Parade and Circus Parody in Family Wisdom
A wry remark contrasts a father’s pride in a parade with the broader spectacle of a circus. The line hints at how parental storytelling shapes children’s views of showmanship and entertainment dynamics.
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Newspaper
Plainfield Messenger
Location
Plainfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
3
Case for a Detective in a Quiet House
A detective notes the uncertain state of a home claiming burglars may have entered or the lonely husband may be behind the mess. With the owner’s wife and children away for the summer the scene invites doubt about the true cause of the disruption.
Cuticura Soothes Sore Hands Advert
Soak hands in Cuticura Soap hot suds, dry, rub in Cuticura Ointment, remove surplus with tissue. This is one of Cuticura uses for all toilet needs when Soap Ointment and Talcum are used.
Poet Keeps Hidden Talent From Fiancees Father
A man admits to his fiancee that he writes poetry while joking that his father in law would react. He says he is trying to keep it from her father, suggesting a need for discretion and family dynamics in the courtship.
Cordelia’s Paint Fails To Age With The Face Like A House
A wry remark compares paint on an old face to that on an old house, suggesting cosmetic tricks can’t restore or preserve the years. The line underscores the difference between superficial change and enduring aging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cordelia
Birds prove global reach of long distance flights
The Christian Science Monitor reports five swallows traced from hangars in England to homes in South Africa. Ringed as nestlings in Lancashire Ayrshire Yorkshire Staffordshire and Stirlingshire they were found across Cape Province Orange Free State East Griqualand Natal and Lake Chrissie between 1919 and 1920. J H Whitherby of British Birds started the ringing scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Science Monitor
Capetown
England
South Africa
Lancashire
Cape Province
Ayrshire
Orange Free State
Yorkshire
East Griqualand
Staffordshire
Natal
Stirlingshire
Lake Chrissie
J. H. Whitherby
British Birds
Insurance confirms new owner's explosion risk cover
A Kansas City Star quote shows a new homeowner boasting full insurance coverage for every risk including home brew explosions. The remark highlights confidence in policy scope as a precaution against unforeseen damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City Star
Splendid Baton for Foch to be Presented by Knights
Ferdinand Foch marshal of France will receive the most expensive baton ever given to a French marshal. Its base bears embossed victories Metz St Gond Second Marne and Strasbourg in gold. The inscription Terrible in war gentle in peace and Marechal Ferdinand Foch 1914 19 accompany the gold arms of France the United States Lorraine and Knights of Columbus. The baton alloy is from Pennsylvania. James A Flaherty Philadelphia supreme knight will present it when the marshal unveils Lafayette statues to be gifted to France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferdinand Foch
France
Marshal Foch
Metz
St. Gond
Marne
Strasburg
Marechal Ferdinand Foch
United States
Lorraine
Knights of Columbus
Pennsylvania
James A. Flaherty
Philadelphia
Lafayette
English inventor unveils glycerin-soaked pen wiper
An Englishman introduces a new pen wiper using a glass cup filled with sponge saturated with glycerin. The liquid preserves ink and protects fountain pens from drying out during use.
Hoosier News Briefs From Indianapolis and Nearby
Indiana officials report continued anti profiteering actions despite a federal court ruling. News covers: auto accident deaths near Columbus and Anderson train safety save. county tax horizontals in Jasper and Jackson. grain and fuel shortages. state forest reserve visitors day. war material for roads. farm day at Winona Lake. multiple local incidents and reorganizations across Indianapolis area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Howard Figg
Palmer
Department of Justice
Department
Fair Price Commissioners
A. B. Anderson
United States Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Indiana
United States
Fair Price Commissioner
Grand Jury
Martin O. Thornton
Columbus
Charles E. Thornton
Northwestern Avenue
Thornton
Louis Kindel
East Sixteenth Street
Kindel
Lowell
White River
John Barger
Orange Street
Jasper
Jackson
State Board of Tax Commissioners
County Boards of Review
Jasper County
Jackson County
Boards of Review
Anderson
Gipe
Cincinnati
Pennsylvania Railroad
Mary Turner
North Anderson
H. W. Turner
Clinton
James Fleury
Indiana & Millinois Coal Corporation
No. 2
Henry
Shelbyville
Drew Metz
Craigmont Asylum
Madison
Indiana Grain Dealers’ Association
Indiana Millers’ Association
Lake Maxinkuckee
Palmer House
Culver
Whiting
Joseph Lukatich
Thomas O'Brien
C. W. Stevens
Chicago
Standard Oil Company
Eli Stansbury
E. E. Chenoweth
Indiana Farm Colony
Public Service Commission
Indiana Railways and Light Company
Kokomo
Vincennes
Vincennes Capital
George C. Bryant
Department of Agriculture
Clark County State Forest Reserve
Henryville
Charles Dean
War Department
Bureau of Public Roads
L. H. Wright
State Highway Commission
Clarence J. Owens
Southern Commercial Congress
Doctor Owens
Senate
Senator Bankhead
Alabama
Hartford City
Fr Smilack
Russia
Winona Lake
S. L. Strivings
New York
National Farmers’ Federation
Earl Crawford
Connersville
Eleventh District Farmers’ Federation
Greencastle
State Tax Board
Putnam County
Board of Review
Phillip Webber
Logansport
William, Byers
Cass
Myrtle Byers
Muncie
Delaware County Board of Review
Huntington
County Board of Review
Blackford County Board of Review
Blackford County
State Tax Commission
Fall Frocks Enter Parade of One Piece Dresses
The article describes a fall fashion trend favoring one piece frocks over suits for street wear. It highlights wool fabrics in dark colors, new embroidery-like braiding on skirts, a longer waistline, and a satin belt with fringe. Variations include duvetyn vestees and multiple color vestees for different occasions.
Swan Song of Summer Hats Show Delicate Milleinery
Designers push toward future headwear as late summer hats debut. Exquisitely crafted pieces feature chrysanthemum braid crowns, wide brims, and ribbons in old blue, black chantilly lace, and jet beads. Paris models and velvet rosettes add distinctive touches to straw and leghorn shapes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Signer
Paris
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Bayer
Foch
Postum
Postum Cereal Co., Inc
Battle Creek, Michigan
Hoosier
Richmond
Herschel Little
O. H. Little
Dracy
Batoum
Navy Department
Greenfield
State
Hancock County Board of Review
W. H. Bonner
William Wasson
Wassons
Bonners
Gary
Swan Song OF Summer
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