Not Hard Luck
A speaker dismisses luck in a case where a fire occurred after an insurance lapse, arguing the outcome stems from bad judgment rather than chance. The exchange contrasts fate with responsibility in a brief moral remark.
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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1918
Page
15
Why Women Dread Old Age
A health ad advises maintaining kidney and bladder health to prevent senile issues and urges periodic use of GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules. It promises renewed vigor, strength, and youthful appearance, claiming the GOLD MEDAL brand is the only reliable imported Haarlem Oil Capsule with fake competitors present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haarlem
Orne
Adv
Madonna Driver Ditches Pants Dispute After Car Bump
A young woman driving past the Majestic theater bumps a pedestrian, tearing his pants. She drags him into her car and speeds away. The man laments the loss of ten dollar pants while she argues the incident is minor and threatens marriage troubles. The car stops at a clothing store a short time later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South State Street
Madonna
Chicago Examiner
Life Is Not About Wealth But What You Do
A reflective line frames life as a measure of deeds over earnings. It emphasizes action, purpose, and impact rather than financial gain.
Saloniki Through The Traveler Eyes In War Time
A British officer describes Saloniki as a blend of modern and ancient life. He notes the harbor teeming with ships from many nations, a busy quayside, and a multicultural crowd. The piece highlights street life, traffic, and a familiar English traffic officer who embodies a link to home amid the Levantine bustle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Science Monitor
Saloniki
Orient
Levant
King’s Highway
Penny
Johnny
Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly
London
England
Bank of
Athens
Soldier keeps eye on duty after losing sight in battle
An Irish soldier who lost an eye in combat was allowed to stay in service with a glass eye. On parade, he appeared without it, and when questioned, he quipped that he had left it in his box to keep an eye on his kit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nolan
Lemon Juice For Freckles Advertisement Summary
A vintage ad promotes mixing the juice of two lemons with three ounces of orchard white to create a freckle sunburn and tan lotion. It claims the mixture whitens skin, removes freckles and tan, and is harmless. The ad notes lemons are available from grocers and orchard white from drug stores for a few cents.
Infernal Conference Over Bill Hohenzollern
A satirical scene depicts Lucifer and demon peers debating punishment for Bill Hohenzollern and his six sons. They propose “six billion years in the heated here after” as the penalty, then adjourn their meeting on the banks of the Styx.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheol
Satsr
Styx
Lucifer
Ahriman
Belial
Samuel
Beelzebub
Titan
Shedim
Mephistopeles
Cuticura Ad Promotes Soap and Ointment
Cuticura stops itching with soap to cleanse and ointment to soothe skin and scalp afflictions. Ideal for toilet use. Free samples available by addressing Cuticura Dept X Boston. Sold by druggists and by mail. Soap 25 cents, Ointment 25 and 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuticura
Dept. X
Boston
Photographs in a bone dry town mystery
A stranger asks for a photo gallery, but locals reveal no photographers remain as the town drys up. The tale hints at vanished artistic presence and a playful pun about seeking pleasant looks in a thirsty place.
Freckles Advertised Remedy Promises Clear Complexion
A wartime era ad promotes Othine double strength to remove freckles. It claims application twice daily will fade the spots, often needing one ounce for full effect. The product is guaranteed with money back if it fails to remove freckles.
Where He Got Even
A church usher recalls seating Mrs Stuckup in a pew and plans to exact a prank. A friend notes she already enjoys a good seat, while the usher vows to let a stained glass window cast a red glow on her nose after half an hour.
Hazardous World Dialogue Predicts Rising Leader
A conversation between a cautious elder and a confident youth hints at future leadership. The elder urges purpose while the youngster notes their shared escape from risk, suggesting optimism about eventual ascent to power.
How old is Ann
Puzzle lines hint at age through a political cue. The remark notes Ann grows more frantic for the vote each year indicating rising civic fervor with aging. The exchange implies aging correlates with increasing political engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann
Hot Weather Diet Tips to Guard the Stomach This Summer
A wartime style health advisory warns heat worsens stomach trouble and urges keeping meals light and cool. It promotes Eatonic tablets to absorb harmful gases and acids, claim quick relief from indigestion, heartburn, and gas, with a returnable 50 cent price via trusted druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eatonic
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