Saved from an Operation by Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound
Mrs. Ida Hewitt of Washington DC reports suffering from female trouble and exhaustion. After six bottles she gained strength and weight, says she avoided abdominal surgery and can perform housework and chores. She endorses the product and offers her testimonial for publication.
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D. C
Lydia E. Pinkham
Ida Hewitt
Penna. Ave
S.E
Washington, D.C
Lydia E. Pink
Allen's Foot-Ease Promotes Troubles Free Feet
Advertises Allen's Foot-Ease antiseptic powder to prevent blisters corns and bunions and ease foot pain. Claims ease when breaking in new shoes and promises happy feet. Mentions trial package and a free Walking Doll offer from Le Roy New York and widespread availability.
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Allen
le Roy
N. Y
When She Appeared First Man Joke Card
A brief humor item presents a two man exchange about a wife’s arrival. The second man quips he will return when he least expects her, framing a light, dated punchline typical of classic newspaper humor columns.
In-Laws and Lovers Clash Over Mothers-In-Law
A discussion of friction between sons-in-law and mothers-in-law. It argues prejudice from jokes and stories, ownership over Muriel, and mutual antagonism after marriage. The piece urges warm, friendly relations to ease courtship and married life.
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Muriel
Alfred
Alfreds
Dragon Fly Tales of a Dragon fly
Daddy Dragon Fly and Mr Epinesclina Heros recount how people fear dragon flies and misunderstand their nature. The creatures defend their size habits and kindness while stressing they only eat insects and wish to be left alone.
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Mr. Epinesclina Heros
Mel
Daddy Dragon-Fly
Spinach Seed Production Surges in 1922
The United States Department of Agriculture reports over 313000 pounds of spinach seed raised commercially in 1922. This marks a 1100 percent increase from 1921 but only about two thirds of the five year average.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Unfortunate Inventor of Cast Iron Plows
Jethro Wood of New York advanced cast iron plows and improvements yet failed to market his patents or secure royalties. His work remains noted in the history of agricultural implements.
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Jethro Wood
New York
Quotable Seneca on Dependence and Humility
A historical quote notes that all are dependent and may require help from others yet fear the power and unkindness of even the meanest mortals. The passage reflects Stoic reflections on human vulnerability and social forbearance.
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Seneca
The Ananias Club Quotation Cites a Statesman
A Cincinnati Inquirer citation quotes a prominent statesman admitting the papers did misquote him, asserting he indeed spoke the idiotic things attributed to him. The remark frames the ongoing dispute over press accuracy and public perception.
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The
Ananias Club
Cincinnati Inquirer
Stray Bits of Wisdom and a Quip from the Enquirer
Vintage quotes include Sir J. Mackintosh noting contentment with current state but not self. a Cincinnati Enquirer wit recalls the Virginia reel as a picture show. The snippets reflect old pamphlet style reflections and humorous takes on youth and dance.
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Sir J. Mackintosh
Virginia
Cincinnati, Enquirer
Marriage easy in Russia highlights civil wedlock shift
In Russia the church has no legal role in marriage or divorce. A marriage can be formed in minutes by both parties before a registrar with no spoken vows. Divorce requires only one party's wish, with no trial or appeal, though child support remains. The system treats wedlock as a civil contract under decrees from the Kremlin. Edwin W. Hullinger notes the contrast with Western religious ceremony.
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Russia
Soviet
Kremlin
France
Edwin W. Hullinger
Histoy
Sneeze Gas Debate by General Fries Sparks Odd View
General Amos Fries of the Chemical Warfare Service suggests adding a small amount of a new sneeze gas to illuminating gas to deter self harm. He argues a brief pause could disrupt a doomed decision and save lives by giving a moment for reflection before a fatal act.
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Amos Fries
Chemical Warfare Service
Empedocles
Etna
Sophocles
Cleopatra
Ocean Holds Vast Salt Lode Enough to Submerge U S
The ocean contains about 4,800,000 cubic miles of salts. If spread on land the salt layer would cover the United States to a depth of 1.6 miles.
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United States
Parisians Embrace Anglo Saxon Sports Awakening
Parisians adopt weekend pastime craze with a new 18 hole golf course and ten tennis courts at Aubergenville on the Seine near Saint Germain forest. A connected hotel spreads country house charm as Paris grows more minded to sport and leisure.
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Paris
Aubergenville
Seine
Forest of Saint-Germain
Varying Heights
Hoffy has moved to the country and endures jokes from downtown friends about suburb life. A short dialogue follows with playful exchanges about onions and raised prices as he notes garden versus grocery store talk.
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Hoffy
Time and Space Measured by Rule and Clock
An Ars editor quotes a quip on time and space from The Argonaut, contrasting notions with a nod to Einsteinism and classic wisdom. The line toys with measurement ideas and philosophical doubt.
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Confucius
Agriculture Output in Manchuria Climbs in Two Northern Provinces
In Manchuria the cultivated land across two northern provinces yielded about 9.52 million tons of cereals over the last two years, including 1.27 million tons of wheat. Agricultural production shows rapid, steady growth.
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Manchuria
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Claim
A promotional advertisement extols Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder ailments claiming it neutralizes uric acid and relieves rheumatism. It offers a sample bottle by parcel post from Dr Kilmer Co and urges readers to mail ten cents with a newspaper mention.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. C
Pimply Face Solution Advertises Cuticura Line
Cuticura Ointment is promoted to remove pimples and blackheads. Wash off after five minutes with Cuticura Soap and hot water. Daily use is advised to keep skin clear. Include Cuticura Talcum for best results.
New White Metal Shines With Tarnish and Corrosion Resistance
A London Daily Mail report notes a white metal that resists tarnish and corrosion with a deep brilliant luster when polished. It claims chemists can alloy metals to resist air ravages from modern industry, with good casting qualities and malleability at affordable prices.
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London Daily Mail
Young Gardener Seeks Advice From Veteran Horticulturist
A terse exchange hints at a betrothal of ambition and patience as a novice asks what to cultivate in a new garden. The veteran replies with a wry recommendation to grow youth itself, implying cultivation of character and resilience.
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