Sex and the changing place of women in society
Stephen Leacock reflects on a shift from Victorian gender roles to modern openness. He jokes that women moved from ornamental care to education and work, while men occupy golfing, sports, and public life, lamenting perceived declines in manners and balance.
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Stephen Leacock Magine
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Hobbyist fairs showcase collectors across fears of pastime
A Chicago hobby show reveals collectors from buttons and pitchers to book ribbons and pipes. Notables include Mrs. Browne of Kansas City with 19 000 buttons and 1200 amber blue pitchers, and Fred Ettinger of Chicago with a 300 ribbon collection. The event also features amateur displays of stamps, old prints, and telegrams dating to 1848, highlighting the hobbyist culture nationwide.
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Field Museum
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
Henry Ford
Dearborn
Mich
Alf Landon
Kansas
Henry Horner
Illinois
New York
Cleveland
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Hotel Sherman
Butttons
K. L. Browne
Kansas City
Kan
Fred. Ettinger
Ettinger
Mr. Ettinger
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Pat Salmon
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Mark Twain
Charles Bragin
Brooklyn
Charley
Western Union
O. C. Lightner
Hobbies
Geraldine Paulsen
Warren E. Buck
Pat ‘Salmon
Gwen Peet
Movies in Dark Africa
West African cinema has grown popular with natives drawn to melodrama and action themes including murder arson and exploits. Attempts at moral uplift have failed to gain traction among local audiences and perceptions of white humanity remain contested.
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West Africa
Questionable Constipation Remedy Ad Claims
The passage urges using a doctor endorsed laxative and liquid homtiven with precise dosing to relieve constipation. It warns against harsh laxatives and promises relief and comfort if the remedy works, else money back. It mentions Dr dwell’s grup Pepsin and a battle against biliousness.
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Dr. Dwell
Dreamers of Truth The dreamers of the world are the men
The phrase speaks to the idea that truth arises from those who dream, shaping humanity. It frames dreamers as sources of insight, implying visionary thinking drives progress and understanding.
Pleasure in Economy There Is Quite as Much Pleasure
A succinct adage notes that enjoyment can reside in prudent spending as much as in earning profits. The saying frames thrifty choices as sources of satisfaction and value.
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