Land of To-Morrow tale teaches delaying tasks
In this Milwaukee Sentinel piece Henrietta companions Notnow to the Land of To-Morrow where idleness rules. They witness a dozing blacksmith and people who put off work until tomorrow. Henrietta learns the folly of procrastination and returns home to finish her sewing and lessons.
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Pshaw
Crooked Town
Henrietta
Notnow
Natnow
Natnaw
Notnan
Milwaukee Sentinel
Aids Christian Church Work In Uganda Reach High Chiefs
Uganda church work has been aided by Prime Minister Apolo Kagwa who hosts a weekly Bible class at his home attended by as many as 30 of the highest chiefs.
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Uganda
Apolo Kagwa
City pays for morgue burials in yearlong tally
The Cleveland Leader notes New York City spends 32.50 per unclaimed body in the morgue with about 9 400 cases annually. The piece reflects on a riddle about a vice president and a pupil who dies in season context.
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Johnny
Cleveland
New York City
Mr Stork Muzzles Himself
The article describes needle manufacture from wire cutting to finishing. Wire is cut into two a piece, sharpened at a grindstone, stamped with eyes, split, deburred, oil hardened, polished in sand for seven days, then threaded on wires and eyes brightened before packing.
Names of the Girls at the Picnic Puzzle
A summer puzzle asks to locate twelve girls’ names in a picture of a toy picnic. Starting from S, follow a square grid to trace each name, example Silvia is found along the path. The piece also notes a new tenor found in a Berlin bakery and hints at familiar rolls.
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Silvia
Berlin
Lingering sweetness and thirsty maid in old tale
A fragment from a narrative describes a thirsty maid who refuses water after finishing cake, insisting water would dull the cake’s taste. Separate text discusses 19th century medical practice noting how pharmacists advise physicians who diagnose cases.
Money in German Savings Bank
German savings banks hold about 19 million pass books with deposits totaling 2 213 000 000 dollars. Local savers and branches play a key role in financing households and small businesses across Germany.
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Germany
New Coat Sleeves Define Tight Fitting Over Voile Costumes
A fashion feature describes a tight fitting half length coat worn over a thin silk or voile gown in contrasting color. Sleeves feature overlapping folds and tailored sleeve lines with crescent shoulder tucks, silk bound edges, and satin buttons. A lace jabot or linen frill complements the look, with optional shorter sleeves preserving the coat’s smart silhouette.
Cure for Shiny Nose Oil Skin Remedy
Advice on treating oily skin and shiny noses. Recommends glycerine borax camphor lotion applied daily for weeks, plus alcohol as a drying option. Describes using the lotion two to three times daily and spot treating with alcohol to reduce shine.
Hand-Embroidered Yokes for Chemises and Nightgowns
Embroidery for chemises offers a low cost way to customize tops for chemises and nightgowns. Buyers can attach hand-embroidered yokes to a home-made main garment, avoiding ill fit of ready-made pieces. Yokes can be joined with beading or lace for a refined finish.
Costume description of three flounced corselet skirt and coat
The costume features a corselet skirt with three shaped flounces machine stitched at the edge and a contrasting linen band. A short coat has a linen edge strap and buttoned front revealing a white lawn skirt with a linen collar and silk tie, gathered sleeves, and a cherry trimmed Panama hat.
Beauty Advice for Girls on Health and Exercise
The article urges scrupulous cleanliness and daily bathing as essential for good complexion. It suggests a light facial tan is acceptable in moderation, and promotes periodic cheek filling with air for contour. It warns against over exercise and fatigue, especially in heat, noting tennis is beneficial but not in hot sun.
Peruna Credited With Restoring Health Of Women
Keads item from Appleton Wisconsin and Evanston Illinois details two testimonials praising Peruna. Della Stroebe reports recovery after six bottles improving sleep appetite and vitality. Mrs Judge J F Boyer credits Peruna with renewed energy and health after a period of run-down condition.
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Della Stroebe
Richmond St
Appleton, Wis
J. F. Boyer
Sherman Ave
Evanston, Ill
Peruna
Pernina
Thrift In the Family: Matching Grandparents in West Philadelphia
A West Philadelphia porch scene ends with a child noting her grandparents do not match in name. An elderly grandmother and grandfather converse with the girl's mother and father as a neighbor visits. The moment reveals family beyond blood lines and respect for common kinship.
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Philadelphia
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