Doubles of Famous Figures Hit by a Thoughtful Look
The article surveys numerous lookalikes across history, noting Lindy Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart, Col C L Alexander, James Beitel, and others who bore striking resemblances to notable figures. It cites Doctor van Bemmelen on shared ancestry and recounts various well known doubles from Lincoln to Roosevelt and Wilson.
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Elmo Scott Watson
Lindy
Lone Eagle
Diedrick Ramke
Louisiana State University
Buffalo Bill
Colonie Cody
Col
C. L. Alexander
Hastings
Neb
Cody
James Beitel
Sandusky
Ohio
Beitel
Doctor van Bemmelen
University of Groningen
Holland
Lindbergh
Amelia Earhart
Max Behmelling
Germany
Royal
Copeland
New York
Hiram Johnson
California
Mr. Johnson
United States
Charles I. Madden
George V of
England
Henry Whitehead
Jesus Faces Temptation in Judean Wilderness
Lesson text summarizes Luke 4 1 13 with golden verse about Jesus tempted yet succoring the tempted. It outlines the wilderness setting the threefold temptations as Son of Man Son of God and Messiah and Christ’s defense with it is written while noting the victory over Satan through Scripture.
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Jesus
God
Judea
Adam
Jesus Christ
Christ
Man
Son
Messiah
Satan
Son of
Let the Light Shine Boldly Upon Hidden Evils
Thoughtful exhortation urges yielding to every inner prompting that reveals unconquered evils and prompts cleansing by allowing light to reveal and dispel them in the heart. The quote from Andrew Murray emphasizes persistent pursuit of spiritual transparency.
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Andrew Murray
Worldly readers oppose God, per Doctrines of the Bible
The text argues friendship with the world breeds enmity to God and that believers must not conform to worldly sin, warning Christians to stay on divine paths and avoid godless practices. It reflects a doctrinal stance urging adherence to biblical teachings over secular pressures.
Empty Cup as Teacher of Blessings Insight
A reflective line by Maclaren notes that the empty cup cannot teach blessings when it is full, suggesting humility enables receiving wisdom. The quote contrasts fullness with openness and implies growth comes from emptiness and receptivity.
Witty Paraphrase of England's Proud Beast
Noel Coward lauded New York autumn weather at a theatrical luncheon saying the days are glorious and the sunshine delicious. He compared autumn warmth to sitting before a bonfire on a cold winter day and joked that England is famed for punful weather quips.
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Noel Coward
New York
Mr. Coward
England
Tengland
Women Learn Uses of Magnesia for Morning Sickness Relief
Health tip advises Phillips Milk of Magnesia for nausea in pregnancy. Bite sized ice with a teaspoon of Magnesia provides relief from sickness and vomiting. It also eases heartburn sour stomach and gas and acts as a mild laxative. When used as a mouthwash it may help prevent tooth decay during expectancy.
Mystery Coin Toss Decides Salesmen' Afternoon Plans
A dialogue describes two salesmen debating plans for the afternoon. One suggests a coin flip to choose between shooting pool, seeing a movie, or visiting a customer, with the outcome depending on heads or tails.
Understated Humor About Wedlock From Brooklyn Eagle
A humorous line highlights a husband confessing his wife’s “understanding.” He says she knows he earns $60 weekly while his real income is $90. The quip reflects comic marital dynamics typical of early 20th century urban press.
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Brooklyn Eagle
Black Sheep Of The Family Sees Nature In People
A terse saying notes that a family outcast understands human nature more clearly yet gains nothing from that insight. The remark emphasizes honesty over gain and the limits of knowledge in social circles.
Remarkable Brazilian woman dies at age 150
A Brazilian woman died at 150, leaving 18 children all alive and over 100. Her descendants include 124 grandchildren 230 great grandchildren and 14 great great grandchildren. The oldest great great grandchild is thirteen.
Pierce's Favorite Prescription Promises Strength for Women
An advertisement claims Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription makes weak women strong with no alcohol, sold by druggists in tablets or liquid. It also mentions indecency as the exhibition of immorality, noting a distinction not always understood.
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Dr. Pierce
How One Woman Lost 20 Pounds of Fat
An advertisement promotes Kruschen Salts as a fat loss aid. It claims fat loss in eight weeks by taking half a teaspoon daily in hot water, cutting pastries and fatty foods, and promises energy increases and clearer skin. A one-bottle four-week supply is offered with a money-back guarantee if no health improvement is seen.
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Hana Wawra
Danika
IL Jnlw
INA Uwl Iyollowinw
Grand Central Terminal
New York City
Thomas A. Edison
Moujil
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Russia
Leo Tolstoy
Kaiser Wilhelm
Lincoln
Elmer Loomis
Girard
Kane
Abraham Lincoln
Outa Girard
John Wilkes Booth
Booth
Washington
Bowling Green
Poose
William Allen
Allen
London
Edwin Looth
Wilkes
Teddy
Emben
Chicago
Garfield
Florence
Italy
Pietro Cassini
Roosevelt
G. Huddleston
Los Angeles
Calif
T. R. Incognito
Thomas Merton
Canton
Pittsburgh
McKinley
Merton
Mielijke
McKnley
Wilson
W. Holden Weeks
Fleming
Calvin Coolidge
Charles Fitz
Delphi
George Melselvey
Herbert Hoover
Western Newspaper Union
Herria Asiing
P. B. Fitzwater
D. D
Moody Ible Institute of Chicago
Bayer
Onune
Aspirins
Old
Anger
Ovid
Dean’s
Doan
Doans
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Sorehound
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