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Newspaper

Roanoke Review

Location

Roanoke, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1922

Page

7

Uncle Eben's Philosophy on Working Alone

Uncle Eben explains that he prefers to work without a helper unless there is enough for the helper to do so he does not feel like the audience. The quip reflects a humorous view on labor and attention.

Uncle Eben

Red Cross Ball Blue for Baby Clothes

Fresh sweet and white clothes for baby with Red Cross Ball Blue. Streaks or damage avoided. Available at all good grocers.

Only One That Counted: Tommy’s Working Answer

A neighbor asks if Tommy is an only child. He replies that he isn’t the only child, but he is the only one working.

Tommy

Bride and Groom Face Trouble After Church Departure

After the couple exits the church ceremony and leaves together, ensuing events bring unexpected trouble to their home, signaling turmoil surrounding the newlyweds.

Prodigal Village Ends Christmas Dinner Returns

Mr Blenkinsop finds happiness and a sense of purpose as the village Old Selfs are banished. Judge Crocker praises the Shepherd’s spirit, and Mr Bing funds medical help for the boy, signaling renewed community ties in Bingville.

Mr. Blenkinsop Pauline Mr. Singleton Moran Bingville Hazelmead Judge Crocker Bing Shepherd Mr. Bing New York Christmas Shepherd of the Birds Mrs. Bing

Cookie Bite Confusion Reaches Mrs. Smith Home

Jack visited a neighbor who kept homemade cookies. She gave him one for his mother, but on arrival he reported to his mother that Mrs. Smith apologized for a bite taken from the cookie meant for her.

Tanlac Restores Los Angeles Man After Rheumatism and Stomach Ailment

William T. Hardin of 1409 Garden Street Los Angeles credits Tanlac with returning him to health after years of rheumatic pain and a disrupted stomach. He reports renewed strength and energy after a second course, praising the medicine and urging others to try it. Tanlac is sold by all good druggists.

Tanlac Los Angeles William T. Hardin Garden St Calif Taniac Taniuc

Bayer Aspirin Introduced in 1900 Ad

An old ad notes Bayer Tablets of Aspirin with Bayer stamped on tablets and packaging for protection against imitation. A San Francisco liberty day tale follows a U S marine and a Leatherneck in a restaurant when a waiter quips about taking a chance as the two request similar meals.

Bayer God Gome U. S San Francisco Nash Leatherneck

Little Mabel Question Calls Old Lady a Judge

Eight year old Little Mabel has spent much of her life with adults and mimicked their ways. An elderly lady visited Mabel and she asked if Mrs Brown is a well known old lady, the judge notes.

Mabel Pebrnalsne Mrs. Brown

Human fly climbs building to top amid street crowd

A man scales the outside of a tall building as onlookers watch from the street. An old man asks why he doesn’t take an elevator, while others wonder about the daredevil’s aim and purpose.

Deficit Noted as Per Capita Circulation Said at 62.48

A brief item notes the per capita money in circulation at 62.48 and records a claim that somebody has the amount of 62 dollars. The source reflects fiscal concerns and a misplaced sum.

Sharp retorts in blunt language raise quick comebacks

A brief note highlights frequent blunt retorts and sharp replies used in conversations. It emphasizes direct speech and quick wit as a social habit.

Sparkling Gems and a Sarcastic Editor

A humorist visitor notes the editor of Answers on a busy day and is told a gem of a joke. The editor refrains from humor to stay focused, then compliments the joke with a dry remark about making it sparkle when heated.

Answers

Prepared for Death in Suburban Scene

A suburban lady asks her maid Cottie about an airplane overhead. The maid declines a ride, saying she would rather stay grounded, fearing how high flights could feel and preferring to be ready to keep on going up.

Doan Indiana J. A. Storey E. Sargeant St Kendallville Ind Foster -Milburn CO Buffalo, N. Y Cottie

American Museum Acquisitions Highlight Historic Ox Skulls

Two notable additions arrive at the American Museum: an incomplete European bison skull and a fine urus skull and jaws from Cambridge Museum of Zoology. The urus is considered a probable ancestor of domestic cattle.

Europe Cambridge England Museum of Zoology

Downbeat Musings on Marriage and Friendship

A reflective line notes that a man wonders about costs when meeting his wife downtown and that real friendship overlooks faults, hinting at social expectations and values.

Mean Well Must Be Backed by Knowledge

A concise reflection on intentions versus informed action. Good intentions alone fail without accurate understanding and applied expertise guiding decisions.

A Lady of Distinction and Delicate Perfume Influence

An advertisement touts a beauty routine using Cuticura Soap and hot water to cleanse pores then Cuticura Talcum powder for clear healthy skin. It presents perfume as a sign of refinement and personal care through a simple daily regimen.

Not the Man for the Job

Thomas Robertson of the Eagles club appointed lodge members to a sick committee. A notified member blocked him asking if he could serve, noting his undertaker business. Robertson approved the choice, replying to serve after business hours.

Thomas Robertson Eagles Club Robertson Kansas City Star

Eccentric Mr Grumpson Spurs Golf Talk With Bible

Deliberately unfriendly humor centers on Mr Grumpson's odd habit. He carries a pocket Bible and when players begin a score story he asks them to place their right hand on it, prompting reactions from others.

Personal reflections begin with studying self in nature

The prompt suggests that to understand human nature one should first study one's own nature. It emphasizes self- examination as the starting point for insights into broader human behavior.

Denial of a Story Often Goes Unheard

Observers note that many stories are repeated with jubilation before any denial appears. A lengthy sermon can feel narrow and overextended, prompting readers to seek balance between affirmation and correction.

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