Words of Wit and Wisdom on Character and Observation
A collection of aphorisms on gossip, manners, solitude, advice, and growth. Reflections on appearances shaping life, reading faces, and using silence as a tool. The piece notes how people misread currency pictures and how natural style beats borrowed form.
Valueless Comparisons in Credibility Standards
The passage argues that comparing a person to a valuable standard is only meaningful if the standard itself holds real worth. It notes that praising daily virtue while noting religious Sunday hypocrisy undermines trust. True comparisons require substantial and verifiable benchmarks.
Constipation Relief Adlerika Advertises Fast Aid
For thirty years Mrs. Mabel Schott reports relief from stubborn constipation and gas after using Adlerika. The ad claims action within thirty minutes, complete bowel cleansing beyond ordinary laxatives, and improved sleep and well being. Dr H L Shonb cites bacterial reduction and colon bacilli control. Leading druggists stock Adlerika.
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Adlerika
Mabel Schott
Adilrika
Adilerika
H. L. Shonb
Neto York
Omitted Duty Obscures Truth in Ruskin Reflection
A reflective note on how every omitted duty hides part of the truth and shapes understanding. The quotation attributes this idea to John Ruskin, emphasizing duty's role in clarity and moral insight.
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Ruskin
Sulphur's Big Role in Industry and Agriculture
Sulphur fuels industry and agriculture, with worldwide production and price shifts amid war fears. The piece traces the Frasch process for mining sulfur from Gulf coast domes, its use in vulcanization, rubber, and fertilizers, and notes historical points from ancient Sicily to modern chemistry.
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Texas
Sicily
United States
Gulf of Mexico
Texas-Louisiana
Herman Frasch
Frasch
Girl’s Gold Search Stirs Prospectors in California
Nevada City reports a 16 year old San Francisco girl Jean Kusier seeks a spot her grandfather Jefferson A. Casserly told her would make her rich. The tale links to legendary lost caches across the Southwest including the Padre mine near Rose White and the Breyfogle mine near Death Valley. Legends talk of Mexican gold, a gun sight vein, and a treasure near Cahuenga Pass with various authorities cited.
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Nevada City
Calif
Jean Kusier
San Francisco
Miss Kuster
Jefferson A. Casserly
Casserly
Jean
Rose White
Padre
E. H
Doc) Bragg
Bragg
Breyfogle
Death Valley
Cahuenga Pass
Los Angeles
Mazatlan
Maximilian
Major Storace Bell
He’s Stung Thrice Daily, but Still Makes Money
Rochester, Minn. Leslie White, an economic geography instructor at Rochester High, tends 50 000 to 150 000 bees as a long running hobby. He plans to market two tons of honey and wax this fall before resuming teaching. He is stung about three times daily but accepts it as part of the job.
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Italy
Sicily
Australia
Chile
Argentina
Mexico
Spain
Turkey
United States
Gulf Coast
Texas
Louisiana
Financial Center
Columbus Circle
Harlem
Mary Warners
Broadway
New York City
Mary Warner
Sanitary Division
Works Progress Administration
Queens
Brooklyn
Bronx
WPA
Rochester, Minn
Leslie White
Rochester High School
White
Optimist Tries to Sell Snow Plows in Hawaii
A Springfield manufacturer seeks Hawaii buyers for snow plows, claiming speed and durability. Roger J. Taylor, deputy U S customs collector in Honolulu, notes the request and humorously wonders about delivering a plow to Mauna Kea, the island’s only snow site.
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Optimist
Hawaii
Honolulu
Switzerland
Springfield
Roger J. Taylor
United States Customs
Taylor
Mauna Kea
Steal Railroad's Middle Leaving Only Two Ends
The Interstate Commerce Commission allowed the Pittsburgh and Susquehanna railroad to go out of business after rails and ties were mysteriously torn up on Hannah Street. Walter N. Todd, the railroad's receiver, suspects the culprit but will not name them. Ridership had been low.
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Washington
Hannah Street
Interstate Commerce Commission
Pittsburgh & Susquehanna Railroad
Walter N. Todd
Todd
Freak Tomato Plant Also Bears Potatoes
Millport Alabama farmer W. W. Waldrop, a local automobile dealer, displays a tomato plant bearing nine tomatoes and eight potatoes to prove reports of freak plants. Observers note several plants in Waldrop’s patch showing similar growth.
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Millport
Ala
W. W. Waldrop
Scottie Pup Mascot Pattern Promises Quick Craft Fun
Charming Scottie dog pattern 5006 offers a knitted plaid coated mascot with yarn whiskers. Simple cotton fabric, easy assembly, and a cheerful gift project for children. Send 15 cents to The Sewing Circle, Household Arts Dept., 259 W 14th St New York NY for the pattern and directions.
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Sewing Circle
Household Arts Dept
W. 14Th Street
New York
N. Y
No More Brandy Dogs Carry Hot Non Alcoholic Drinks
Alpine monks switch rescue dogs from brandy to hot non alcohol drinks stored in vacuum flasks on collars. The change aims to keep dogs alert and hydrated during alpine rescues.
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St. Bernard
Alps
Strength in Adversity: Proverb Meditation
A compact reflection on resilience citing Proverbs that strength is tested in hardship and true vigor shows in endurance. The line links moral resolve to endurance, urging steadfastness amid trial and personal growth through adversity.
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