His First Retreat from War Duty
Farmer Corntessel says his son Josh has returned to work after the war, exhausted by constant persuasion to rest and recount his experiences. He now hides away to chop wood all day, avoiding attention.
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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1919
Page
7
Farmer Corntessel says his son Josh has returned to work after the war, exhausted by constant persuasion to rest and recount his experiences. He now hides away to chop wood all day, avoiding attention.
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A clipped court note notes the defendant’s silence and warning that any statements may be used in court. The Louisville Courier Journal cites remarks about caution and potential self-incrimination amid ongoing proceedings.
An advertisement promotes tasteless oil capsules claimed to improve kidney function and health in aging individuals. The copy urges readers to buy a box of the oil product, stating it eases issues and promises relief, though it reads like a hype filled sales pitch.
Pandora bank in Ottawa entered. safety vaults looted of Liberty bonds and stamps. Warren plans four new school buildings at cost 1 million dollars. Jury awards 3300 dollars in damage suit over auto crash. Numerous local notices include rail fares, theater plans, and public projects across Ohio communities.
A humorous note recounts someone telling kin Santa Claus is a myth to claim personal credit for paying the bills. A postal card to Garfield Tea Co. of Brooklyn asks for a sample in repayment.
A dog cartoon caption jokes about a dog named Fido being unsatisfied with dinner and a family going bone dry. The copy promotes Roman Hye Balsam as an antiseptic external ointment for inflamed surfaces offering prompt relief.
A home scene shows food restrictions still in place for the speaker while a dog named Fido gains an extra biscuit. The text also remarks that women dominate the matri monial sea.
A short humorous note from a five year old asks Santa for a gun car, a picture book, a can dy and a pony with a comic request about a mule. The piece then shifts to a cheeky remark that a political candidate should wear canvas shoes.
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