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Newspaper
Riverdale Pointer
Location
Riverdale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1914
Page
7
A prophetic monologue personifies Time as both sovereign and servant, bidding farewell to the old world. It declares Time’s power to grant and steal, shaping lives day by day, and invites the readers to greet its reign this night as the new era begins. The speaker warns that time will claim lives and fortunes, yet grants wisdom in its passage.
A humorous look at New Year superstition and the appeal of professional prophets. The piece contrasts cheerful forecasts with doom-laden predictions, jokes about what 1915 might bring, and ends with a quip about a divorcing millionaire and a chorus girl.
A humorous 1915 row of New Year’s resolutions by a boy listing misdeeds and promises. Includes vows to stop pinning teacher chairs, avoid fights with brothers, skip hockey for fishing, attend Sunday school, resist pantry jelly theft, and be kind to animals. Ends with a wish to outlive a teasing rival.
A business man hurries to meet a ferry to see a contact but is delayed by the very person he seeks. The note stresses that eagerness can hinder divine plans and urges swift action only when in touch with God’s goals. Quote emphasizes character depth.
An advertisement touts Cuticura products for early hair loss. It claims Cuticura Ointment stops itching and dandruff, followed by Cuticura Soap shampoo to arrest shedding and promote regrowth. Free 32-page Skin Book offer via postcard to Cuticura Dept. X, Boston.
A Kansas City Journal item reports an odd scene as a fox unexpectedly began moving during a fox-hunting club gathering. Members were unsure how to respond to the unplanned pursuit amid the outing.
A quip on what Smith will do with his windfall emerges in a brief exchange. The remark “We'll blow it in” reflects a humorous tone amid the paragraph describing eye remedy ads and a Chicago mail free promotion by Sarine Eye Remedy Co.
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