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Newspaper
Potosi Journal
Location
Potosi, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1918
Page
3
World women realize home work supported men at the Front and demands sacrifice. Aimed at nursing for the home, the ad promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic for nervousness and irregularities, touting a 1000 page Medical Adviser book and a 10 cent trial package. It quotes Mrs Curtis praising the tonic.
Mary watched as her father anchored his fin mask to his ears and remarked with interest about his large permeps, noting how fortunate he felt to have such equipment.
A fragmented line reads as a quip about premature baldness and social expectations. The phrase plays on marriage timing and personal grooming, suggesting a humorous or ironic view of hair loss tied to prudish timing. No clear event or identifiable person is given in readable text.
A London Chronicle fragment recalls a jester bowing to a king and kissing him. The king, angered by the jester’s misstep, demands pardon as the fool pleads confusion, saying he mistook the queen for the monarch.
A humorous account from a ministry worker describes a chaotic paper chase as Miss Smith tries to obtain paper clips and wire through a bureaucratic process. Various officials debate stock, costs, and proper channels, while a messenger buys a typewriter eraser with a personal dime.
Henry Johnson and Needham Roberts two Black privates from the New York National Guard were decorated by France for halting a Teuton assault near Verdun and saving a key position. They earned the War Cross with prospects of the French general awarding the Gold Palm of the French Army commander for Johnson.
An inner party tale unfolds with a comic misfortune as a child’s joke echoes through the dining room. A prominent attorney recalls gravy bouncing back from a floor hole, prompting a playful line about saving the gravy and liking cravy.
A Three year old Tlunter receives two billy goats for a birthday. His father asks him to share with his younger brother. Tlunter's reply shows his choice to keep the goats for his own child, reflecting a child's resolve and family dynamics.
A large proportion of so called samiines captured along the Atlantic coast of this country and Canada are actually young herring or tenhadden. They are prepared similarly to true European santines, and even seasoned epicures would find it hard to tell the fake from the genuine.
A celebrated actress faced questions about her real age with a rule she kept, while her son was asked his age and replied he is six months older than his mother, as noted in Rostas Transcript.
A Farm Journal note speaks of turning a new leaf in life and the year ahead. It speaks of defeat shaping strength, self mastery guiding joy, and the hope that blessings come through perseverance and courage.
A New Year sermon urges self reflection on life and purpose. The speaker cites Psalm 39 7 and Philippians 3 14 to prompt decisive commitment to Christ, asks why saved believers remain, and emphasizes sanctification justification and fruit bearing as essential for the year ahead. The message ends with blessings and a hope in God.
The article portrays Ferdinand Foch guiding French forces at Ypres and Mixmude during World War I. It highlights his strategic counterblows amid German advances toward Calais, the Channel ports, and the Somme, and recounts his reported faith driven resolve as the war shifted in France's favor.
A West Virginia oil well has been drilled to TAM feet, becoming the deepest in the world. It carves the relief of Mt Mitchel at AT11 feet, the highest eastern U S peak, surpassing the prior record of 734 feet at Bilcaig.
A promotional fragment urges a remedy named Cold Medal for stomach and related ailments. It claims rapid relief and offers a refund if ineffective. The text mentions Dutch or imported Capeukes and suggests asking druggists for the same remedy.
William, an autocrat and diplomat, orders a regimental command while chastising a guest to remove her feet. Margaret asserts that only one person may speak to her that way, prompting a tense exchange as he reveals himself.
Cuticura Complexions touts Cuticura Soap daily use for clear complexions clean scalp and soft hands. Free samples offered by Cuticura Dept X Boston. Soap 25 cents Ointment 25 and 50 cents.
Betty awakens to news that the war is over and stores may reopen. She expresses relief and humor about spending her own money now that the conflict has ended, reflecting a village mood of cautious celebration. The Chicago Tribune quotes the moment with vivid, wartime tension easing into normal life.
Parents urged to carefully inspect Castoria bottles for the trusted In Use for Over 3 Years seal as Fletcher’s Castoria remains the famous remedy for infants and children. The public notice emphasizes brand recognition and consumer diligence in selecting safe, longstanding infant care products.
An orator at a women’s gathering asks if they will help a soldier on the other side. A young attendee quips about offering a hand, recalling giving one before he went away to war. The fragment hints at wartime sentiment and social theatrics.
A fragmented ad from Toledo shows F J Chaney & Co promoting Hall’s Catarrh and Medicine with internal blood cleansing claims. The notice references forty years of experience, a free sample, and pricing details.
Mrs Corntassel asks if Josh will speak French at home. Her husband says no, Josh has been too busy fighting to learn any fancy accomplishment. The dialogue reflects wartime humor about language skills and effort.
A fragmented tip mentions Wille, Todle Jim, and Wiltle, asking for a useful, long lasting present. The note references Wiltle’s Tad and hints at a cake of sap as a possible gift idea, with unclear context.
A misread scene shows Johnny in a wet room, a visitor arrives, and a brief exchange unfolds with apologies and polite goodbyes. The fragment hints at a domestic moment during rain, featuring a writerly voice and simple social gesture.
In a brief dialogue the characters discuss their phone while claiming it is working well. The exchange centers on communication ease and a casual confirmation of a functioning line.
Reweca Winteree, noted figure in Bak tke, passed away at eighty. Local obituary records list residence and age, reflecting a quiet end to a long life in the community.
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