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Newspaper
Rock Valley Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1927
Page
5
Elmo Scott Watson-Ember reviews a proposal by Doctor Dewey to simplify English spelling. Using a single symbol to replace common words like the and others could cut printing and writing costs significantly, claims eight years of counting 100000 words.
Doctor Dewey promotes a phonetic alphabet to replace irregular English spelling. He argues eight pronunciations for "ough" and hundreds of spelling variations hinder learners. The system maps 41 sounds to symbols, aims to cut letters, and speeds reading and writing for children and foreigners.
Reports claim four vitleze bought near Barn fo by Bindu millionaire formed Kutta Nagar a vegetarian dog settlement. Dogs fed dice wheat milk butter semolina for puppies then salted wheat bread. Authorities note odd mix of whimsy and social commentary amid Chicago Daily News quoted remarks.
National Geographic prepared piece portrays Crimea as a vast, diverse peninsula with a luxury climate and abundant history. It notes Greek and Tatar influences, Sevastopol's wartime heritage, rich wine production, and varied flora and fauna. The piece contrasts harsh northern frost with southern temperate bloom and highlights Crimea's role as a resort region for Russia's elite.
A vintage ad encourages home dyeing to save money on materials. It touts Diamond Dyes as true dyes that dye true colors and tint beautifully. The copy offers a free color sample and a cyclopedia, urging readers to write for the Color Craft book from Diamond Dyes, Burlington, Vermont.
A 30 year tested Bell-Ans relief claim promotes Bell Co Inc Orangeburg NT for treating overacidity belching gas nausea headaches and digestive issues not laxative but sure relief. Also mentions Cole’s Carbona give pain relief for cuts burns and scar avoidance with J W Cole Co Rockford WI.
An advertisement touts Moone’s Emerald Oil as a miraculous skin remedy promising rapid healing of eczema, itching relief, and cure of various skin ailments. It claims the product works fast, is safe, and available at any modern drug store with a pharmacist’s dispensation.
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