Jellyfish Granny myth linked to longevity lecture
In London a lecture to Royal Institution children described a jellyfish named Granny rescued by Sir John Graham Dalyell and kept in sea water. Granny lived 67 years dying October 11 1887 after several guardians. The tale prompted reflections on effort and aging.
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Royal Inilitation
London
Marcy W.thompson
John Graham Dalyell
Thompson
Sir John
John Dalyell
New York Tribune
Dream of Inheritance Sparks Comedy on Riches
A dialogue from the Youngstown Telegram imagines two men discussing inheriting part of a vast fortune. A fat pitcher and a thin carpenter joke about spending 700 million dollars on the grandest New York hotel and a luxury dining scene ending with a tiny tip.
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Geo
New York City
Why Baseball and Pancakes Share One Ingredient
A playful exchange notes a common link between baseball and pancakes. The duo jokes that both rely on butter, a punny twist highlighting a kitchen staple as a shared component in unconventional contexts.
Good Roads Advocated to Cut Cost of Living
The article argues that transportation limits keep food prices high. George Hubbs notes rail and road networks exist, yet farmers five miles from markets are isolated without better roads. He cites Secretary Redfield and Secretary Wilson urging a nationwide build out to lower living costs.
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The
Food Administration
George
Hubbs
Europe
Redfield
Wilson
Inabor
University of Michigan to offer highway transportation course
President Hutchins announces a new University of Michigan program in highway transport. The move aims to place the nation’s highway system on a sound, uniform, economical basis, reflecting war era emphasis on freight transit alongside rail and sea transport.
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University of Michigan
H. B. Hutchins
B. F. Goodrich Rubber Company
Investment in good roads and maintenance
A United States Department of Agriculture prepared piece argues that road investment only yields real economic benefit if accompanied by proper maintenance. It urges using durable top coverings on new roads to ensure permanence and reduce wasted investment.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Drag Troublesome Road to Court for Neighbor Dispute
A reader advises resolving road or drainage disputes with legal action. If you have trouble with a neighbor over a road issue, consider bringing the matter to court rather than private redress. Seek guidance from local authorities or a lawyer to pursue a formal resolution.
Road Building Advice for Any Contractor
Readers are urged to invest properly in road projects. A generic message suggests any person can undertake road work with sufficient funds. No specific names or places are provided.
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Offer Reward
A 100 reward is offered by EB. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo Ohio for any case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. The ad claims the remedy works through the blood and mucous surfaces, strengthens general health, and recommends internal use. Testimonials free.
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Hall
Nature
EB. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Cuticura Trio Ad Claims Soothing Powder
An old advertisement features Senator Sorghum discussing rhetoric and markets, then promotes Cuticura Talcum as part of the Cuticura Trio. The copy touts a scented talcum for face skin baby and dusting, priced at 25 cents.
Roundabout Increases Put Pressure on Egg Prices
A local market reports higher costs for stored eggs as cold storage trends push prices up. Officials note the price rise may affect consumers seeking affordable staples.
Spohn Medical Co First Try At Teaching Boys
A Chicago Tribune note recounts a teacher's initial foray with a Sunday school class of boys aged up to 12 or 13. After the lesson she tested their attention by asking what they would tell their mother, one red headed boy about ten answered he would say nothing.
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A.E.F
Stars and Stripes
Wallgren
Baldridge
France
England
Belgium
Germany
Amenca
Service
Butterick Publishing CO
Butterick Building
New York
Chiecage Tribune
Lydia E. Pinkham
Missouri
Lydia Exinkham
Timothy Graney
Connor Ave
Joplin
Chicago
Illinois
Geography Debate Cited As Difficult by Father
In a dialogue between Johnny and Jesson a child admits weak geography knowledge while a father asserts that geography remains one of the most difficult and uncertain studies facing the public today.
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Johnny
Jesson
Money Talks Prompt Silence From Men
The phrase suggests men respond when money speaks and hints at hush money as a persuasive device.
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Suis Bomlof
Fxrmer Jones
Tne
Fort Scott
Kansas
Citt
Port Scott
Finolal
Arkansas
Youngstown
Postum Cereal Company
Battle Creek
Michigan
Feost
Strategem
Sorghum
Spohn
Spohn Medical CO
St Bn Ms Es
Binkham
Medicine
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