Vacation Plans Split The Smiths And Camp Plans
The Smith family thrums with talk of vacations. Benny reveals Bess Elizabeth’s pushy style and the family’s beach and camp plans. Flora Marris Flora’s chatter follows, revealing Miss Flora’s Niagara and New York trip and Frank Benson’s store sale and stock schemes.
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Bess
Vermont
Mellicent
Mr. Smuth
Benny
Gussie Pennock
Dad
Fred
Katy
Elizabeth
Mr. Smith
James Blaisdells
Miss Maggie
Miss Flora
Miss Moore
Niagara
New York
Grant
Aquarium
Miss Benson
Mis' Pennock
Magese
Vacation Plans Spark Family Debate in Chapter XV
June brings the family home and a heated discussion over summer plans. James Blaisdell insists on togetherness at Hillerton while Elizabeth mocks the idea and the children announce trips to the shore, mountains, and Gaylord camp. Fred hesitates, claiming duty and a sense of grinding work.
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Bessie
Elizabeth
James Blaisdell
Hillerton
Mumsey
Daddy
Fred
Gaylord
Adirondacks
Gaylords
Hilerton
Lfe
Mater
Mr. Smith
Benny
Kidney disease relief promised by Chase Kidney Liver Pills
Letters claim backache signals kidney trouble and endorse Dr Chase's Kidney Liver Pills after two months use. Mrs Albert Brunet of Ottawa reports previous poor results with two doctors, but a second box brought noticeable relief and improved health. Claims of simple, affordable treatment accompany ad copy.
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Albert Brunet
R.R. No. 1
Ottawa
Ont
Dr. Chase
Fresh Air Counts and Brisk Walks for Health
The piece extols outdoor time as the best tonic for body and work. It advises brisk walking to work, deep breathing, and energetic play, quoting Theodore Roosevelt on the value of fresh air and sunshine as a free remedy.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Four Word Commandment From Grade School Lesson
In a large elementary school an infants class explored the Ten Commandments. A teacher challenged pupils to name a commandment with only four words. A student named John quickly replied, Keep off the grass.
It pays to patronize home industry
Buy from the merchants in your own town and support local businesses through steady patronage and community investment.
Your Teeth Proctor DDS on Pulp Vitality and Care
A dental expert explains tooth pulp as soft tissue inside the tooth, its sensitivity, and how irritation leads to death and possible abscess. Emphasizes keeping teeth clean and filling cavities early to avoid painful canal procedures and infection.
Deer Runs Through Scranton Leaving Windows Shattered
A full grown antlered deer bolted through Scranton streets causing shattered windows and scattered provisions. The animal fled from an unknown origin, hopped through a large plate-glass grocery window, exited through a rear door, and was last seen heading toward the mountains.
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Scranton
The Next Best Thing Cartoon Caption Exchange
A lighthearted Boston Transcript quote features Willie and Johnny Smith in a playful clash. Willie asks about a black eye and Johnny admits to the punch. The retort about heaping coals on enemies leads to a punchy punchline involving an ash barrel.
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Willie
Johnny Smith
Tanlac Praises From Winnipeg Man After Stomach Troub
Theo L Baker of 403 Quappelle Ave Winnipeg says Tanlac beat anything he ever saw. He suffered two years with terrible stomach trouble and loss of appetite. After six bottles his stomach and strength improved, he gained weight and sleeps well. Tanlac sold by leading druggists.
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Theo
Baker
Tanlac
Theo. L . Baker
Quappelle Ave
Winnipeg
Man
Tibetan Sacred Texts Volume Count
The sacred Tibetan books are among the most extensive religious works, reportedly running to three hundred twenty five volumes as noted in a historical account.
Cascarets Promote Overnight Cleanse For Feel Better
A late 19th or early 20th century advertisement claims Cascarets cure biliousness and headaches by cleansing the bowels while you sleep. It warns against improper laxatives and promises a morning improvement after a Cascaret dose.
Spectacle Opera Glasses Patent Lets Wearers View Stage
Small but effective opera glasses have been invented that are mounted and can be worn like spectacles, offering hands free viewing of performances. The device folds away when not in use and promises improved audience comfort and line of sight.
Idle rich misjudged by critics says Westminster Gazette
The Westminster Gazette argues that charges against the idle rich are grossly exaggerated. If precise figures showed wealth spent on personal luxury, it would likely be a small fraction of total wealth and would scarcely affect workers’ wages.
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Weastminster Gazette
Guards' Band Will Tour Canada Next Spring
The King approves a proposed tour of the Scots Guards' band in Canada for next spring, arranged by Charles Harris under the auspices of the Canadian war veterans.
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Canada
Scots Guards
Charles Harris
Canadian War Veterans
Mines Still At Sea Warns Captains In English Channel
The French admiralty warns ship captains to stay vigilant for mines. Reports indicate mines have been detected in the English Channel, raising naval safety concerns and prompting cautious navigation.
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Admiralty
English Channel
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