Peter Rabbit Senses Reddy Fox and Discovers Musky Entrance
In a tense woodland moment Peter Rabbit relies on keen ears to track Reddy Fox. He observes fox scenting and leaves, then spots a small ground hole connected to Short Tail the Shrew’s musky scent, suggesting a hidden danger and a clever escape.
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Peter Rabbit
Short Tail the Shrew
Peter
Short-Tail
Reddy Fox
Reddy
Short- Tail
Short-Tail the Shrew
Mr. Mouse
T. W. Burgess
Mirage as seen by a sleeping donkey joke
A 1933 Bell Syndicate WNU Service joke observes a bale of hay seen as a mirage by a donkey.
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Bell Syndicate
WNU
Tomorrow Is the Road to Go
A reflective piece by Douglas Malloch from 1933 urges looking forward not behind. It speaks of mending hurts, sweeping cobwebs, and walking blithely toward a sunnier future. The message emphasizes the continual presence of another day and the brighter path ahead.
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Douglas Malloch
WNU Service
Wrist strength vs suppleness in the golf swing
The article argues strong wrists alone do not make a good golfer. It notes wrists and hands should drive the swing rather than shoulders or body. Golfers should focus on wrist action to improve timing and consistency.
Deep Lemon Pie and Other Treats From 1933
A nostalgic cooking column outlines recipes for Deep Lemon Pie Napoleon Torte and Cider Frappe with meringue options and garnish ideas. It also includes golf tips on wrist loosening and clubhead control, illustrated by a description of Jones' wrists during backswing.
Croners Boners Humor From Exam Notes
A compilation of teacher found tidbits shows students misdefining terms. The notes include amusing math and writing mixups such as Apisoceles triangle, cone shape explanations, and casual misinterpretations of terms like surfeit and indentation.
Summer Eve Frock with Yellow Organza and Violet Accents
A golden yellow organza evening frock features a capelet back and a ruffled hem in the same fabric. Yellow silk embroidered dots decorate the fabric, and a cluster of violets at the side adds a splash of color to the demure hot summer night outfit.
Three-year-old's illness and daily clinic visits described
A three-year-old boy is treated daily by a doctor who administers epidemics in his arm. The account adds a stark line about Indians burning white men for steak, reflecting disturbing racialized violence from a 1938 Bell Syndicate WNU Service note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell Syndicate
WNU
How It Operates Our Government in Defense Roles
In 1932 analysis from the Western Newspaper Union outlines how the army navy and marine corps are organized to protect the nation. It covers general staff general boards and service departments responsibilities from personnel care to supply procurement and engineering. It notes the role of hospitals engineers and contract testing to ensure value and safety.
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Army
Navy
War Department
Navy Department
Marine Corps
General Staff of
General Board of the Navy
Congress
Naval Hospital
Walter Reed General Hospital
Corps of Engineers
Army Engineers
Board of Engineers
Western Newspaper Union
Salad First Becomes Vogue Across the Nation
The article notes a west to east spread of serving salads at the start of meals, a California custom now popular on the eastern seaboard. It credits Mrs Curtis B Dall daughter of Theodore Roosevelt with promoting salads first, highlighting appeal to men and children and decorative presentation.
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United States
California
Seaboard
South
East
Curtis B. Dall
Roosevelt
White House
Face a Sight with Painful Eruptions
L W Cushman of Warrenville Connecticut describes a three year facial eruption that caused severe inflamed skin and misery. After trying several treatments he used Cuticura Soap and Ointment and within three weeks was healed. Sample products offered by Cuticura Laboratories.
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L. W. Cushman
Warrenville
Conn
Cuthura Laboratories
Dept. R
Malden
Mass
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By Thornton W. Burgess
By Douglas Malloch
Uncle Sam
Sarah Jane Flaherty
New York Post Office
Sam
Washington
Jones
Oregon
Kroners
India
Army and Navy Departments
Cutiura
St. Joseph
Dr. Peery
Gold Street
N. Y
Peterman
ANT Food
Parker
Allo
Rg Iste
Hiscox Chemical
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