Teeth and the Telephone
The widow Davis, pursued by Andrew Wheelock and Ezra Rounds, plans a Sunday dinner that triggers a merry series of schemes. Hatlie Heeler steals Andrew’s teeth and plots a match with Ezra, while both couples switch partners and end up marrying the same afternoon.
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Davis
Andrew Wheelock
Ezra Rounds
Andrew
Ezra
Tom Davis
Hattle Heeler
Hattle
Hattie
Molly
Bara Rounds
Dobbin
Nip
Tuck
Earthworms Make Soil Move Stones in Ancient Field
A historic example shows earthworms turning over soil and burying stones after thirty years of plowing cessation. Scientists note worms create rich soil by processing decaying matter and depositing castings, continually moving earth and shaping fertile land.
Lost and Found Purse Dispute At Store
A shopper misplaced a purse while browsing a department store. She blamed a woman with a purse like hers who denied the claim. Clerks sided as a clerk reported finding a similar purse near the waistwear and the matter moved to the office.
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Chicago Tribune
Forestry Address Echoes in Canadian Convention
A U.S. Forest Service representative delivered a radio address in the Northwest that drew special interest from British Columbia foresters attending a convention in Canada.
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Northwest
United States Forest Service
British Columbia
Canada
Woman Passes Test With 91 Percent In Mobile
A young lady from Mobile Alabama passed an examination for a first class amateur license with 91 percent.
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Mobile
Ala
Egypt Inspires Fashion Frocks in Silk and Long Coats
Fashion notes trumpet an Egypt inspired vogue with prints of hieroglyphs camels and figures on silks. The feature gown shows a pure silk hemstitched ratine coatless dress, while three piece suits with knee length coats appeal to the patrician taste. Bold patterns include Kashmyr batik geometric designs and paisley motifs.
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Tut-Ankh-Amen
Egypt
How To Save Money When Shopping
A department store manager urges women to pay by check to avoid carrying cash and to have a reliable record of spending. It explains how to use checks, maintain stubs, avoid overdraw, and safeguard against lost checks with stop payments.
Bringing Home the Bacon From Market Grades And Tips
The article explains bacon grades from fancy breakfast to standard and cheap cuts, noting fat content and texture as key factors. It gives pricing contrasts, storage advice, and tips for slicing, using bacon ends, and economical uses in cooking and seasoning.
Embarrassing Exchange From Boston Tran Script
A Boston Tran script reveals a man hesitating to praise his wife’s cooking. He fears praise invites criticism as he suspects it might be store purchased. The dialogue highlights domestic tension over compliments and authenticity.
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Boston Transcript
Australian Cotton Prospects Under Vaughan and Crawford
Crawford and Vaughan of the Cotton Growing association predict strong growth for Australian cotton. From 1920 to 1921 output rose to 4 million pounds from 2 thousand growers, and by 1928 expected production reaches 25 to 50 million pounds with about 15 thousand growers. Current 70 thousand acres may double by 1924 as a major Sydney spinning plant rises to use Australian cotton, with $1 million invested this year.
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Sydney
Drunken Driver Described Amid Odd Wagon Wobble
A Kansas City Star excerpt recalls a constable questioning a man from Rumpus Ridge about a driver named Swiggins. Witness Gap Johnson notes Swiggins appeared intoxicated and rode with one wheel off the wagon while muttering about the wagon’s wobbling progress.
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Swiggins
Gap Johnson
Rumpus Ridge
Kansas City Star
Quote exchange on charity and plenty of concern
A brief dialogue notes inquiry about what was left for the poor and the reply that nothing was left. The retort emphasizes that the needy already have plenty, hinting at charitable distribution or lack thereof.
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By Addie Graves
McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Mrs. Harland H. Allen
Harland H. Allen
Dean
Ohio
Doan
Ellis
Chiliven and
Q der Folk
E. & S. Frey Eagle & Smallwood Sts
Baltimore, Md
Deleans
Bellans
Beillans
Eyewater
Ihivritase Roy
Ational Piece Goods CO
Ghastaes
Dallas
Texas
Pacific Stamp Co
Sawtelle
Calif
California
Sidner
The
Sidner Co., Inc
Whitet
Ave
Columbus
T. O. Wasson
Rhea Springs
Tenn
Cincinnati
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