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Newspaper
Reporter Boyden
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1919
Page
4
An old advertisement extols California Fig Syrup as a safe laxative for children and urges mothers to seek the California label. The Cri de Parts recounts Maj Sir William Orpen recalling his youth and aim to mimic classical beauty, then humorously notes his shift to depicting The Dancing Faun.
A doughboy bass at Fort Sam Houston base hospital has replaced Amen with Roll Dem Bones after each song. The Red Cross musical director fears he will forget this cue during Sunday choir performances.
A humorous squabble unfolds as a brute tries to buy a dictionary for a typist. The typist retorts that she is insulted, prompting the man to suggest she read the dictionary for suitable epithets. The exchange appears in the Louisville Courier-Journal.
In a brisk exchange Hewitt asks about salt and Jewett quips that it must be to hear itself talk. The remark showcases a witty moment between the two figures.
A candid scene shows a gentleman entering an office and asking a boy if he works there the boy replies the boss is lonely. The exchange captures a snapshot of daily work life.
An Indianapolis matron hosts a birthday party for her young daughter with two minister’s sons as guests. Darkness falls when the fuse blows, and the hostess reassures the children to eat what’s left on their plates until candles are found. The younger boy cries, while his elder brother comforts him with a humorous remark about their house’s light meals.
A short quip depicts a boy defending his father against an insult about snoring in the library. The boy insists Pa is not snoring but dreaming about a dog that is growling, reflecting a humorous exchange from a New Haven Register item.
Primary topic Jesus Washing the Disciples Feet shows his amazing love and humility. The passage outlines steps of service symbolizing redemption, spiritual cleansing, and the call for believers to imitate Christ by serving others regardless of rank. It also stresses fellowship through sanctification and equality among disciples.
An Indianapolis hinser sought advice on grounds for divorce from a lawyer after a man asked about filing against his wife. The lawyer replied that being married already gives grounds. The piece mixes quips and odd observations including notes on blotting paper and a cartoonish exchange about valuables and alcohol in a house.
The fragment argues that a good opportunity requires nerve and pluck to demonstrate its value. It notes luck and boldness as elements in proving a chance. The text emphasizes the challenge of turning opportunity into proof.
Cartoon caption from Cartoons Magazine notes a question on proper dress length for a girl, answering with a measurement described as a little over two feet. The item reflects vintage fashion discourse in a humor magazine.
An old-time remedy asserts that aging begins with weak kidneys and digestion and that Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules restore kidney action. The ad claims renewed life and vigor with continued use and offers money-back guarantees, urging readers to buy from their druggist.
A quip about an ape gland proposal mocks the plan to restore youth, with the remark that it is all monkey business. The exchange highlights skeptical humor about sensational remedies.
An advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as fast relief for colds and flu misery. It promises full symptom relief within hours after two to three doses, easing nasal congestion headache fever and sneezing at low cost.
Two men operate a new electrically powered machine that applies 350 square feet of stucco per hour, boosting efficiency on exterior wall projects.
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