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Newspaper
Rock Valley Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1929
Page
9
A whimsical tale recounts the Fairy Queen inviting the Elves Gnomes Brownies Mr Giant and Witty Witch for a Fairyland evening party. Fairies prepare pumpkin costumes autumn leaf halls a bonfire and songs as Mr Moon rises and stars glitter above their celebration.
Silk garments should be washed in lukewarm water with gentle soap. Do not rub or twist, rinse in the same temperature, then squeeze and pat dry between towels. Dry quickly, never in the sun. Iron crepe de chine with a warm iron and cheesecloth, protect fabric evenly damp, and avoid ironing silk hose. Chinese parasols may be saved by deodorants for oil and treated paper, as interest grows in durability.
A historic bulletin advises periodic cleaning of sink and laundry waste traps to prevent blockages. Dirt and grease build up, coffee grounds and sealing jelly can clog lines. Methods include using a plumber’s cup and water, with caustic soda or lye as a last resort, and notes the risk of obstruction from hardened residues.
A 1929 Western Newspaper Union piece offers simple home recipes and tips. It covers bread pudding using stale bread, rice pudding with dates, a potato dish with onions, a hot egg onion sandwich, citrus desserts, orange gelatin and the orange pie filling, plus general fruit desserts and tips for serving.
In a 1920 Western Newspapers Union piece Juliane Bottomley describes fur and chenille hat trims to match ensembles. She notes black broadcloth outfits with black felt hats touched by white ermine, and suggests crochet chenille hats in dark greens, wines, and browns. A reversible gardenia-trimmed felt hat offers two wear options.
SRE presents a fragmentary scene where Stanian resists but lingers on temptation. The narration highlights his ears and winds diverting an assault as he contemplates yielding and delaying action, with a focus on inner struggle and subtle peril.
Guidance from the bureau of home economics on forming healthy meals for children. Emphasizes prepared appealing foods, regular mealtimes, small portions, and hydration, with cautions against forcing meals or using games to induce eating. Recommends rest before meals, avoiding distractions, and consulting a physician for persistent appetite issues.
Dr Caldwell wrote a harmless prescription in 1885 to treat constipation by correcting its cause. His Syrup Pepsin, a herbal blend, became the world’s most popular laxative praised for not griping and for pleasant taste, sold in drugstores for all ages.
Miss Gudrund Frogstad, 21, certified as shipmaster in Oslo, first girl in Norway to earn such a distinction. She may command vessels up to 200 tons displacement after completing the Oslo Seamen's school course and gaining experience on a Norwegian steamer.
An advertisement from J. W. Cole Co. Rockford Illinois promotes Cole's Carboli salve as a quick cure for burning skin diseases. The copy claims rapid relief and healing, noting the product should be in every medicine chest.
A pithy note from Capyer's Weekly urges swift effort, arguing that doubters rarely finish what they claim cannot be done and that opportunities should be seized without delay. The column frames procrastination as a hindrance to achievement.
A garbled excerpt references reporters and a husband wife interview with a woman smiling in shoes. The dialogue suggests gendered reactions and quick judgments, with a suggestion of conflict or miscommunication around what was said by a reporter.
The text promotes Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a trusted remedy for sour stomachs and indigestion. It emphasizes a long history since 1875 under the Phillips trademark and urges readers to take the product rather than diet. It targets both men and women, claiming medical endorsement and widespread use.
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