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Newspaper

Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1929

Page

3

Phillips Milk of Magnesia touted as the anti acid

An article urges readers to use Phillips Milk of Magnesia for digestive acidity as a quick neutralizer. It claims one spoonful neutralizes much more acid, relieves gas and sourness, and is safe for children, available at drug stores. An adjacent traffic rule snippet questions name exchanges after a ballroom collision.

South Side West Side Banny Artie Miller

Reggie Lacks Topics Beyond Himself in Detroit News

Detroit News notes that Reggie has nothing to discuss beyond himself, highlighting a narrow media focus and limited interview scope. The item reflects a self centered stance and prompts questions about coverage balance and public interest.

Reggie Detroit News

American Foods for Siam Highlight U S Export Delicacies

In Siam the focus on American foods centers on sardines and raisins from the United States. Last year more than a million dollars of fish products were imported, underscoring strong demand for U S exports to Siam.

Siam United States Pacific Coast

Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound Endorsed by Pratt Woman

A Pratt West Virginia woman, age thirty, reports weakness and inability to sit up eased after three doses of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She credits two bottles with renewed energy and plans to tell friends, offering to answer letters.

Wis. Steele Lydia E. Pinkham Mag G. E. Strez Pratt W. Va

Artie and Miller Confront Bancroft Walters at Theater

Artie and Miller debate a snobbish Bancroft Walters after a matinee. Walters, son of LaGrange Walters who runs a roofing firm, insults Artie at a cabaret and later humiliates him on a train. Artie vows revenge if Walters reappears.

Rie Miller Bancroft Walters LaGrange Walters Bancroft Artie Mr. Walters Banny Walters

French and American Cities Closely Linked Anniversary Ties

An American city represented at Orleans France ceremonies marking the 500th siege of Orleans by Joan of Arc. Old and new Orleans share a long sister city bond. In 200th anniversaries New Orleans participated, sending a bronze medal and a silk flag later displayed in Orleans Hotel de Ville. The flag is kept for anniversaries of the Battle of New Orleans.

Orleans France Joan of Arc Louisiana la Nouvelle Orleans New New Orleans Hotel de Ville Old Orleans

Don’t Hold Your Head High Blind to Your Feet’s Path

A reflective proverb warns against arrogance that blinds awareness of one’s footing. It urges practical caution and grounded steps in daily decisions and long term plans.

No Place Like Home For Young Man And His Best Girl

A lighthearted note emphasizes the closeness of a young couple, highlighting the home as a symbol of their bond. The statement suggests affection and traditional sentiment without detailing events or individuals.

Dr. Gordon's Say-Go Say Go Bottle Ad Promises Quick Relief

Indigestion headaches sour stomach heartburn and gas are marketed relief targets. The ad urges readers to buy Gordon's Say-Go from local druggists or mail $1 for a large can to First National Medicine Co. in Denver with a full guarantee.

First National Medicine Co 6Th Ave Denver Colo Gordon

Uncle Sam Outing for Government Employees to Alaska

Government sponsored tour from Washington to Fairbanks Alaska leaves August 25 for 32 days with a lump sum cost between 520 and 550 dollars. Travel covers 11000 miles by rail and steamship including special trains Seattle departures and exclusive steamship sailings for excursionists. The itinerary highlights western U S sights with a day in Salt Lake City and a pass through the Columbia River Gorge. the Seattle to Alaska leg includes the scenic inside passage.

Sam Alaska Railroad Fairbanks Alaska Washington Seattle United States Salt Lake City Columbia River Gorge

Cosmography and looking back through space

Edwin Hubble explains in Harper's Magazine that observing distant nebulae shows events from past ages. When we view the sky we are seeing history, with the nearest star as it was 4.5 years ago and the Magellanic Clouds as they were 100000 years ago.

Edwin Hubble Harper's Magazine

Preacher Links Cold Spell to Dresses in Buchan

A Buchan Czech church preacher claimed the severe European cold spell was caused by maidens wearing short dresses. He said a spirit explained the weather from the pulpit and his congregation accepted the interpretation.

Buchan Czechoslovakia Europe Buchan Church

Happy Day Laundress Sings of Red Cross Ball Blue

A laundress on a snowy day calls it a happy day as she hangs wash using Red Cross Ball Blue Advy. The line captures cheerful domestic life with a product plug.

Quotes About a Mule Like Disposition Sparks Retort

A sharp exchange centers on temperament as one speaker quips about a mulelike nature while another warns against speaking ill behind his back. The exchange underscores tensions and the social code surrounding gossip in the setting.

Sunny-haired girl with cloudy disposition remark

A quirky observation notes that many sunny-haired girls harbor a cloudy disposition, juxtaposing cheerful appearance with pensive mood in a brief dash of social comment.

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