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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1908
Page
3
New Flag for British Submarines Features Mice
The Chicago News notes a new flag design for British submarines shows mice. It questions who designed it and jokes a woman was unlikely to be the creator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guyer
Chicago News
Katherine and the Light in the Vestibule
An elderly man prompts a young man about saying good night in the vestibule. The daughter scolds that they are wasting the light, joking that Jupiter or fate makes the world go round and the vas meter go round. The scene captures domestic humor over attention to light and propriety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine
Quote on graft inquiry mocks bungling amateurs
A man under investigation dismisses the temptation claim with a sharp retort. He notes it was not Satan but incompetent outsiders who drew him into the publicity scheme. The remark reflects frustration with the public scrutiny and the players involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Satan
Washington Star
An Admission of a Local Romance
A Kansas City Independent item notes Alice praising young Thompson for a firm mouth and chin while Hazel wonders if he has been missing her as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice
Thompson
Hazel
Kansas City Independent
Sunday School Teachings on Intemperance from Proverbs
A religious lesson outlines the sorrows of the drunkard from Proverbs 23 29 32 31. It discusses woe sorrow and redness of eyes caused by wine and urges total abstinence, warning that habit enslaves the drunkard and calling for generations of purity to curb the traffic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomon
Dorothy praises father in militia uniform in vivid memory
A girl recalls meeting her militia colonel father in uniform. She tells him he looked handsome and stood tall, but she laments that he was not allowed to have a drum to play with.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorothy
Way of Them and Skinner Speech in Philadelphia Press
The Philadelphia Press quotes a conversation about Skinner a sly old dog admitting past faults and vowing reform someday. The dialogue suggests skepticism about timing and sincerity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skinner
Philadelphia Press
The Versatile Actor Keeps Working on Stage and Screen
The article notes a paradox in the actor Iie life who does not perform while unemployed yet works each time he acts, reflecting on Brooklyn life and the broader craft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iie
Brooklyn Life
How did you like Peter Pan
A brief gag exchange notes mixed reactions to the play Peter Pan with puns. Cornell Widow adds a light quip about it petered out.
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Cornell
Say a Tin Horn Gambler and a Chicago Visitor
A quirky quip from Puck sets the mood as a Chicago visitor struggles with language while a newspaper ad touts Mrs. Austins Famous Pancakes and fresh supply pew at local grocers for a hearty wholesome breakfast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Peter
George Ade
Chicago
Puck
Not if the contract called for green cheese
A quip from a Louisville Courier-Journal feature contrasts a Pennsylvania boy asking if the moon is green cheese with a lawyerly warning that politics should not be meddled with by children. The exchange hints at skeptical views on contracts and public affairs.
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Pennsylvania
Louisville Courier-Journal
What Causes Headache From Cold to May
From October to May colds are the most prevalent cause of headaches. A native bromquinine removes the cause. Each box advertised at 25 cents.
Poetry Bound in Green and Gold Wins Praise
The Atlanta Constitution notes a poet whose new volume impresses with a green and gold binding and a red ribbon running through the middle, prompting questions about his status as a poet.
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Atlanta Constitution
In Pinch Allen's Foot-Fase Ad Offers Comfort Foot Powder
An old line promotes Allen's Foot-Fase powder to ease corns and swollen feet and to relieve sweating and aching feet. It claims to help with hard-to-fit shoes and promises availability at druggists and shoe stores with a local address in Olmsted Le Roy New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Aia Dorugsists
Olmsted
le Roy
N.Y
Engagement Rings and Long vs Short Engagements
A light exchange notes a bride's preference for long engagements and her suitor receiving more engagement rings while she collects candy and theater tickets. The humor hinges on contrasting gift focus and duration of plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston Post
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days With PAZO Ointment
Guaranteed to cure any case of itching bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days or money back. See example claims and refund offer.
Mrs. Winslow’s Soothing Syrup and Mrs. Austin’s Papcakes Ad
An assorted vintage ad fragment touts Mrs. Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething pain and gums, and Mrs. Austin’s papcakes described as the best wholesome appetizing breakfast. The tone mocks misuse of bargains and self awareness with a proverb about laughter at others.
Remarkable Grass of the Century Seed Promotion
A farmer on 100 acres sold 3800 dollars of seed and produced 300 tons of hay. The notice urges sending 14 cents to John A Salzer Seed Co in La Crosse Wisconsin for the original seed catalog and samples of various seeds including Killion Dollar Grass and Macaroni Wheat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Salzer Seed Co
Tua Crosse
Wis
America
Victoria
la Crosse
Tack Eaters and Carpet Layers Do Not Fear Tacks
A Minneapolis Journal item recalls a carpet layer who jokes about swallowing tacks. He notes professionals swallow tacks daily with no harm, telling a humorous tale about his mate and his own experience.
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Minneapolis Journal
Dramatic quarrel over long intermission in play
Mrs Ryetop John quips the intermission lasts six months as she frets the buckwheat cakes left to fry. The joke hinges on a theater program stating six months between acts. The exchange captures a humorous theatre moment.
A New Luncheon Dish From Harper's Bazar
A luncheon idea uses baking powder biscuits baked soft and hollowed top to create a shell. Butter lines the walls then creamed salmon is spooned inside, finished with extra cream and a parsley garnish.
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Harper's Bazar
Western Canada crops cannot be checked by weather
A letter from A Kaltenbrunner, Dominion Commissioner of Immigration, states Western Canada crops cannot be checked despite adverse conditions. He describes 160 acres of oats yielding 60 bushels per acre and 80 acres fall plowed, with 53 cents per bushel for three carloads sold, claiming strong proof that homesteads offer strong profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peg
Roufeau
Prinkwater
Mouse Jaw
Western Canada
A. Kaltenbrunner
Carada
Saskatchewan
Alberta
W. D. Scott
Ottawa
Canada
W. H. Bowers
Traction-Terminal
Indianapolis
Ltd
Fate of the Cyclist on the Pike
A cyclist was struck along the pike with fatal injuries after his lights dimmed. Police and rescue teams found him at the scene and confirmed the crash as his cause of death in Chicago.
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Chicago News
Women choose husbands like bargains in life
Quote from Detroit Free Press notes that some women pick husbands as one would buy bargains, only to find the match not matching expectations after.
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Detroit Free Press
Fleeting Joy Reflects on Inner Happiness
A Pittsburg Post quotation contrasts outer surroundings with inner content as a philosopher notes happiness stems from within, followed by a reflection on the next morning feeling. The item captures a brief mood piece on contentment.
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Pittsburg Post
One Day Cure Claim with BrowO Quinine Signature
Advertisement touts Bromo Quinine laxative branded BrowO Quinine used worldwide to cure a cold in one day. Claims signature of EL W GROVE on packaging. Includes bold marketing language and a distinctive product slogan.
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BROWO
EL W. Grove
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