Narrow Escape on Canadian Threshing Rig
Howard C. Flanders of Rutland Vermont recounts a 1924 Canada harvest accident in which a seed sheaf jammed a threshing rig. He rode the carrier toward fast knives, then leapt to safety as a bystander owner plunged a hand into gears to slow the machine. He survived unharmed and returned home broke but grateful.
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Ello
Canada
Howard C. Flanders
Rutland
Vermont
New York Journal
Howard
Sherbrooke
Quebec
East
Great Britain
Harvesters
Calgary
Alberta
Granger
Carbon
Musk Scent Through the Ages From Himalayan Deer
An authority notes musk from the male musk deer of the Himalayas is the finest perfume fixative. The 20 inch creature hides a musk sac under its belly, dried and shipped by camel caravans to world markets. Musk’s scent endures for centuries, with historical uses and chemical components described.
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Himalayas
Philadelphia
Asia
Bloody Mary
England
Cecily Cholmondeley
Tower of London
Tower
Peter the Saviour and the Example in Peter’s View
A sermon reflects on Peter as witness to Christ’s sufferings and resurrection, stressing redemption by Christ’s blood and a life of faith. It contrasts Christ the Saviour with Christ the Example, urging patient endurance in suffering and devotion to God through faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter
Christ
James
John
Jesus
Gethsemane
God
Jesus Christ
What to Eat as Iron Gap Fades Into Spring
The piece advises boosting iron intake during late winter and early spring to combat fatigue. It urges including liver eggs whole grains dried fruits lean meats and especially green leafy vegetables. It notes better iron absorption from greens and highlights vitamins A B C and fruit acids that stimulate appetite.
Modern nutrition replaces old tonics for spring vitality
The article notes past reliance on sulphur molasses and sassafras tea as tonics and explains that a mineral and vitamin rich diet is the best spring booster. It highlights that winter diets are high in carbohydrates and fats with too little iron and copper, essential for red blood cell formation and iron utilization, stressing the need for iron rich foods to prevent subnormal blood cell counts.
Daily Green Vegetable Plan Emphasizes Alkaline Balance
The guidance prioritizes large portions of dan delion greens spinach kale chard watercress lettuce and green cabbage with one cooked green vegetable per meal and a second day salad topped with fruit. It notes fruits provide minerals and vitamins and help maintain acid base balance after digestion.
Bulk in vegetables and fruits aids regularity and vitality
The article urges liberal consumption of greens fruits and whole grains to increase bulk and offset a concentrated winter diet. It notes natural laxatives and fluids help flush the system and recommends daily milk and ample fruit juices for all ages.
Dress pattern No 1717 for a practical yet stylish frock
The notice promotes dress pattern 1717 as the smartest runabout dress. It highlights a button down front style with a slim hipline, high waist, and full hem. The shirted bodice and wide shoulders create a softly rounded silhouette, suitable in flat crepe, silk print, or sheer fabrics.
Threeway AD-ornate patterns for chic sew-your-own frocks
Barbara Bell offers Spring Pattern Book patterns No. 1685 and No. 1717 with multiple wear options. Designs include a kimono sleeve dress with bolero and apron-skirt, sizes 14 through 48, with fabric yardage details and a step by step chart. Send 15 cents to The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept Chicago.
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Barbara Bell
Sewing Circle Pattern Dept
W. Wacker Dr
Chicago
Ill
Bell Syndicate
WNU
Nature's tonics for winter wellness
The piece urges moderate daily outdoor activity and fresh air as essential for health. It argues that proper use of the muscles boosts vitality, improves eating, sleep, and alertness, and promotes relaxation through sunshine and good food.
Vitamin B essential for nerves and digestion
Vitamin B is called the nerve vitamin because it prevents nervous disorders and aids appetite and digestion. Fruits and vegetables supply B, with yeast milk and whole grains as other sources. Houston Goudiss provided the information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WNU
C. Houston Goudiss
Raillery as Discourse on Wit and Good Nature
A concise note quotes Montaigne on raillery as a playful debate praising wit while gently critiquing good nature. The line frames raillery as a social instrument that revels in cleverness without aiming to harm.
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Raillery
Montsequieu
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Adventurers’ Club
Best Musk
Harold L. Lund
Western Newspaper Union
International Council of Education
C. Houston
Goudiss
Vas
NY Bau Ike Ie
Mez Elma
I Ezelll
Albert Dickinson
Chaps Nots
Quaker State Oil Corp
Oil City
Ret Y Tase
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