FOR SALE Farmlands In Iowa Area Listings
Classified ad notes multiple parcels for sale including a 5 acre farm with black soil for onion sets near South Holland inquire Tom DeGraff, 2 miles south of Lansing 80 acres near West Pullman for Jacob Schuringa 11787 Harvard Ave BerNice 8 acres near Pennsylvania R R contact Mrs Mary J Gouwens 255 W 117th St Chicago Also rental listing 6 room flat at 419 W 138th Riverdale and storage space at 6 East 137th Street by Frank Bergold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom DeGraff
South Holland
Lansing
Jacob Schuringa
Harvard Avenue
West Pullman
Bernice
Pennsylvania
R. R
Mary J. Gouwens
117Th Street
Chicapo
138Th Street
Riverdale
East 137Th Street
Frank Bergold
For Sale Items and Farmer Notices in South Suburbs
Distribution of small ads includes a motor cycle for sale to inquire of Jacob Kuipers in South Holland, nickel plating by E B Bronson Co Blue Island, two Ford touring cars for sale by E B Bronson Co Blue Island, Vaughan farm near Hazel Crest seeks farmer and hogs for killing, chrysanthemums in pots for fall and winter blooms from Chas Milhahn South Holland Dolton, and a Steger piano bargain at 356 Park Avenue Dolton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ther
Jacob Kuipers
South Holland
E. B Bronson & Co
Western Ave
Blue Island
HE. B. Bronson & Co
Ceters Ave
Tren
Vaughan Farm
Hazel Crest
Ill
Chas Milhahn
Til
Dolton
Steger Piano
Park Avenue
The Constitution Adopted by State Dates
The Constitution was ratified by several states on distinct dates including Delaware on December 7, 1787 and Pennsylvania on December 12, 1787. New Jersey followed on December 18, 1787 and Georgia on January 2, 1788. Connecticut January 9, 1788 Massachusetts February 6, 1788 Maryland April 28, 1788 South Carolina May 28, 1788 New Hampshire June 1, 1788 Virginia June 25, 1788 New York June 26, 1788 North Carolina November 21, 1789 and Rhode Island May 29, 1790.
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Delaware
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Georgia
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Maryland
South Carolina
New Hampshire
Virginia
New York
North Carolina
Rhode Island
Walrus Killed by Whalers Near Point Barrow
A large walrus, weighing over a ton with a 14 foot girth, was killed by whalers near Point Barrow. The head weighed 80 pounds and the skin with flippers weighed 500 pounds.
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Point Barrow
Work Hard and Play Hard Advocate for Success
The passage extols everyday balance of hard work and vigorous recreation as essential to emotional control and business success. It argues that steady effort and sane living let average men rise quickly, while even gifted individuals may falter without it.
Wrong Path of the Old Shoe Wedding Custom
An old shoe throwing custom misuses the rite of luck in weddings. The piece notes the ancient spirit of the ceremony and argues the act should come from the bride’s parent or guardian to signify relinquishing authority over her.
All In Well-Chosen Library
Emerson extols a compact chosen library as a company of wisest minds gathered across nations. The passage hints that inaccessible thinkers leave transparent writings for future generations, unburdened by their guards and etiquette.
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Emerson
Loyalty Is First Demand in Advancement
A timeless adage on career success, urging loyalty as the sole path to self promotion and merit in business. The message emphasizes faithful service as the key to untold opportunities and genuine advancement.
Value of Wrestling Recognized in Japan
In Japan wrestling is praised as essential for overall health and stamina. The article asserts Japanese physiques show superior power, agility, and lower body vitality due to wrestling’s balanced development.
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Japan
Quiet-Little-Dinner Note About Hats in Columbus
A Liberty Press note recalls a minister hurried in a Columbus hotel with one hat on his head and another in his hand. The writer says such moments show a life of daily small kindness and comfort.
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Columbus
Liberty (O.) Press
Burmese Marriage Custom by Day of Week Names
Burmese practice links spouses by weekday birth letters. Girls adopt birthday records in their name using a single letter for their day, and all citizens are named with that initial. The article notes curious cultural beliefs guiding marriage choices among Burmese communities.
Businesswoman’s Bold Call Sparks Workplace Reform
An exchange argues that modern businesswomen must adopt radical measures to secure success and reduce stress. The piece urges rapid, plain action to improve professional life and family balance.
Rice Paper and its True Fabric Origin
A discussion explains that rice paper used for cigarettes is not made from rice. It is produced from breadfruit tree membranes or from flax and hemp trimmings. The paper is extremely light, with 500 sheets weighing one ounce.
First English periodical ads begin after 1646
The earliest periodical paper in England appeared in May 1622 but the first newspaper advertisement did not appear until nearly 25 years later. The ad concerned the sale of two books praised by England's clergy.
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England
Recipe pudding sparks remark on cost at dinner
A reader recounts sharing a pudding recipe with a friend. At a dinner with several people the pudding was served and a tablemate praised it while the narrator noted its low cost. The table smiled at the remark.
Pleasures Coming Fast
Merle recalls bananas and a new brother born the night before. His father ushers him into the mother’s room where the baby arrives and a banana is given as he departs. The child exclaims with delight at the “new brother” and a humorous mispronunciation of Hansen.
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Merle
Hansen
Sudden Cold Kills Fishes in Shallow Tropic Waters
The article notes that sudden cold snaps can cause mass fish deaths in tropical and subtropical shallow waters. Many species weaken or drown, with some washed ashore in a coma like state. Locally the event is called freezing, even if water temperatures are above freezing.
When Glass Is Scratched The Peel Method For Brighter Plate Glass
To remove slight scratches from plate glass the method suggests first cleaning the surface with cotton wool then covering the pad with cotton velvet rubbed with fine rouge. This process claims to erase scratches and impart great brilliance to the glass.
One Good Friend
The author urges keeping a single loyal friend as precious and irreplaceable. Passionate warning against letting inattention or jealousy sever bonds. A single true friend is valued above riches and jewels.
If Someone Is Unkind Be Kind in Return
The text urges kindness in response to unkindness, invoking the great law of sowing and reaping. It argues against repayment of evil with evil and warns that retaliation would usurp moral authority and invite judgment. Instead it suggests choosing actions that bring personal reward and positive outcomes.
She Wanted Progress
An elderly woman recalls a visit to a merry go round and stories of Rastus Johnson riding once, spending a dollar and leaving at the same place he began, while reflecting on progress and change.
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Rastus Johnson
Dollah
Rastus
Boston Transcript
Opinion Snippet Reflects on Luncheon Attitudes
A quoted woman in the New York Post comments on women’s luncheons, noting dullness and suggesting improved dialogue or livelier attire as ways to brighten gatherings. The remark hints at cultural expectations for social events among women.
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Sereen
New York Post
Tourmalines: From Ash Drawers to Electric Gems
Tourmalines were first seen as gems in the eighteenth century when Dutch children noticed their attraction to straws and ashes. The stones, once called ash drawers, gained later fame for electric power strongest between 100 and 200 Fahrenheit, revealing their unusual properties.
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Riverdale Pharmacy
Chas. C. Orr R
Telephone
American Legion Victory
Amerie
Cingus
Elpharts
Hhauns
HE On
Ua Lapp
Indiana Avenue
Tai UT
Casal Yue A Hi
Public Service CO
Northern
Illinois
Willard
Woodlawn Eatery Co
Conrad
KERN
Ruthrauff
Undertakers
Rhinos and
Indiana
Flone Dalton
Lincoln Ave
Lolion
Gur
P. B. Gogd—Dolioni
H. C. Ruthrauilf
Ilarvey
Oakland Mets
Cornelius Fray
Twin City Garage
Lincoln Avenue
Ford
Bealer
Robert Hanschmann
Park Ave
Tremen O. Andersen
KM. D
Kitch'zan
Oseland
Offie Pullman
Kes Pullman
W. 137Th St
Geo. Tuch
Indiana Ave
137Th Street
Henry W. Schnoor
Chicago Street
G .Gallegos
WM. C. Zesch
Leyden Ave
Chancy Avenue
Grand Crossing
Frank C. Ott
Frank Seestadt
Riverdale — and — Dolton
Chicago
Michigan Ave
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