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Newspaper
Roanoke Review
Location
Roanoke, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1922
Page
7
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root claiming it cures kidney liver and bladder ailments and rheumatic pain. It cites sworn statements and customer testimonials, offers a sample bottle by parcel post for ten cents, and notes large and medium bottles are sold at drug stores.
An 19th century New York Mail item notes Uncle Ben a zealous church member and Uncle Billy in late middle life once counted among the goats but later converted. During service the preacher urges Billy to pray, then calls Ben who is said to be better acquainted with the Lord.
An old advertisement touts genuine Bayer Aspirin with the Bayer Cross on tablets and packaging for protection against imitators. The surrounding text mentions a long trip and a ceremonial line about Mrs Gadder, with a mock dialogue about plans and timelines for passing portals.
Pest control ad touts Stearns Electric Paste for rats mice cockroaches and ants. Claims quick ifying effects in a single night with 15 language directions and money back guarantee. Two sizes priced 35 cents and 1.50.
A simple crystal detector set is described with parts including silicon crystal button and metal base. The article explains mounting on stained wood, wiring to a condenser and ground, and how to adjust the detector and tuner to receive stations such as KDKA. It notes costs for components and recommends Murdoch No 56 receivers for operation.
In Fairyland a Fairy Queen, Mother Nature and friends share the Natureland News diary. Old Mr Giant reads weather, editor in charge, and local items about Frog Hollow, Frog Glee Club, Goatweed Emperor Butterfly, and a Shadow ball as shadows arrive for a playful frolic.
A letter describes puzzling tube behavior startling a novice. Newborn fans report audion tubes producing eerie noises and venting colors as their first operation begins. The account notes fear and cautious initial handling after the tubes spill over.
Revenue officers report moonshiners in the Kentucky mountains now use radio telecommunication to coordinate runs. Several raids in recent weeks failed as distillers shifted to wireless communication to avoid detection.
Practical advice for building and tuning crystal sets with a .22 shell detector. Use 100 to 150 foot aerials for local and long distance reception, avoid wiring across streets or near electric lines, copper wire preferred, phospher bronze as optional, galena in foil contact, bare crystal top exposed, brass cartridge shell cups for detectors, heat and wind oatmeal tube coils, thread to space turns, shellac to secure windings.
A brief note explains fish do not hear with external ears but sense vibrations through their swim bladder and lateral line system. It clarifies that fish detect sound via internal structures and pressure changes rather than typical ear anatomy.
Sir William Pearce cites a London Tit-Bits anecdote of a Chinese cook who quits after being paid more, arguing raises may not boost performance. A counter proposal scene at Martha's counter ends with a wry remark from the floorwalker.
Cuticura Soap daily and Ointment as needed to keep complexion clear scalp clean and hands soft and white. Add the Cuticura Talent for a fragrant finish. The advertisement touts the Cuticura Toilet Trio as a complete care set.
Billy never played with girls until a neighbor girl with dimples and curls moved in. His sister taunts about a girl named Mary, but Billy says she lacks laugh marks and hair that hangs a certain way, revealing his blunt judgment of beauty.
A wry saying contrasts universal agreement with being disagreeable and humorously notes a two foot rule about keeping off the grass. The lines reflect social etiquette and humorous street wisdom.
Public health notice urges mothers to inspect every CASTORIA bottle for the signature of In Asps for over 3¢ children cry for. The warning stresses authentic labeling to avoid unsafe counterfeit products and protect infants and children from harm.
An Irishman offers a clever reason for a singer's cough. A friend notes Misther Jones may perform at the town hall adding Mrs Callahan and he wish to hear more songs. The crowd says his strong voice strains his lungs, causing coughing fits.
Laundry advertisement touts Red Cross Ball Blue as the sure way to keep table linens gleaming white, promising consistent results and noting it is sold at all good grocers.
Uncle Eben notes that four quarrelsome men finally reach a place where they have no pleasant company at all except people trying to sell them something. The unease and irony of isolation emerge as he comments on human interactions and sales pitches.
A concise remark notes that the typical man shows a surprising knack for producing hot gir, implying common hands have untapped mechanical aptitude.
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