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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
2
By Ruth Wyeth Spears suggests making a room screen from four boards, chintz, and hinges, with a simple costing method. The note also promotes Sewing Book No 2 and Books 1–4, listing fabric toys and quilt patterns, with a 10 cent per book price and a free quilt offer for four books.
Willie bets Walter his new cap that his mother is the best in town and will pay a nickel for candy to avoid losing the cap. Willie prods his mother with a playful wager, hoping for a favorable verdict from the amused mom.
Dialogue shows two characters Rastus and Sambo discussing prosperity and living off the land. Sambo explains he runs a reducing establishment while Rastus questions the change in fortunes.
A sharp remark contrasts a big city view with a small town curfew tradition. The speaker notes the old habit declined as residents moved away from strict enforcement, leaving a wry sense of nostalgia and humor.
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