The School Echoes and Jests from Busy Days
School began after a pleasant vacation with many pupils visiting towns and shopping for spring coats. Measles caused absences. a few students moved or dropped from the roll. a light column of jokes and classroom moments fills the issue.
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Floyd Sailsbray
LeRoy Nelson
Vyl Grant
Lettie Delle
Clara Wiegert
Bernadine Barnes
Lucille Meech
Mary Kober
Kobers
Pocahontas
Notice of Dissolution of J. A. Carroll & Son in Rolfe Iowa
In Rolfe Iowa on March 1 1923 notice is given that the firm J A Carroll and Son is dissolved. All obligations due to the firm are payable to Z T Carroll one of the members. All bills owed should be presented to Z T Carroll for payment. Witness our hands the date first above written. 50 41 J A Carroll Z T Carroll
Not Much Difference He Gertrude Versatile Young Lady
Speech balloon style dialogue notes a playful contrast between gender roles as a woman named Gertrude demonstrates baseball skill. A hotel clerk and voice snippets reference Dill and Bill with a pun on pickle. The fragment conveys social attitudes in a period setting through brief exchanges.
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Gertrude
Mr. Dill
Bill
Blondes and Banter in Quickfire Chats
A string of playful quotes and quips features Blonde Bess praising traffic cops, a teasing line about a speeding ticket, and quick back-and-forths from other characters. Witty exchanges cover doctors, marriage, war, mistaken identities, and modern manners in brisk mock dialogue.
Consistently Blaming Boys for Their Attempted Humor
The remark suggests a pattern where boys are held responsible for humor that mirrors generations of paternal aim. It argues the behavior reflects inherited family dynamics rather than individual mischief or intent.
Purdy's Philos Entreaties on Marriage and Money
Quote style wry aphorisms reflect marriage dynamics and money in relationships. The speaker notes a shift from affectionate kisses to financial incentives. Also remarks that the clever one secures resources, implying reciprocity in domestic life.
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Purdy
Philos
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