Cooperative roadside markets boost Wisconsin fruit belt sales
The chain of co operative roadside markets in southeastern Wisconsin links more than a dozen stands run by groups of six to ten farmers. Markets offer fruit, vegetables, poultry and honey with managers chosen by growers. The venture began after a fruit quality push and via portable stands like The Fruit Market first shown at the state fair.
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Wisconsin
First Fruit Growers Association
Badger
Pallet
L. Kuehner
Michigan
Western Newspaper Union
Viewing the Land and Farmers Rules in Washington Star Voice
A fragment quotes farmers discussing national policy and governance. Farmer Corntessel jokes about the burden of managing rules and regulations for small holdings, reflecting rural perspectives on government.
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Corntessel
Washington Star
Maybe Not a Gorge and a Five Course Dinner Offer
A motor tourist asks about a gorge while a Louisville Courier Journal note says a five course dinner is available for 75 cents. The quip contrasts travel curiosity with a bargain meal.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Pearl in an oyster stew refocuses dining tale
In a brief restaurant vignette a waiter quips about finding a pearl while a customer insists on oysters. The exchange highlights ironic expectations and a lighthearted clash over a meal.
Brand New Alibi Cited Over Slow Bill Payments
Wareham merchants report a customer offered a novel excuse for delaying payments. He claimed regulations and check costs deter timely payments, saying he would pay soon after the bill grows larger. Local business circles note the alibi reflects rising costs and compliance concerns.
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Wareham
Brockton Enterprise
Easily Explained Cholly On His Vacation Cartoon
A Brooklyn Eagle captioned comic plays on romance and impatience as Cholly frets over a woman's refusal during a vacation. Algy responds with a witty line about knowing him only two weeks, capturing light humor of the era.
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Cholly
Algy
Scott
Brooklyn Eagle
Washout at the Dog Show Elicits Mixed Reactions
Report notes a chaotic dog show with attendees lamenting the lack of standout outfits. One spectator quipped about missing memorable frocks, while others hinted at disappointing arrangements and skewed judging.
Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets Ad Promises Liver Regulation
An old advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as the original small liver pills introduced about six decades ago. The copy claims they regulate the liver and bowels.
Good Idea Class Motto Sparks School Spirit
The Louisville Courier-Journal quotes discuss crafting a motto students can live by. Officials encourage a phrase that embodies effort, integrity, and community pride to unite the school. The exchange highlights practical choices over flashy slogans.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Turks Hail Storks Welcome Thousands in Turkey
Report from Istanbul notes thousands of storks arriving in Turkey and being welcomed as a sign of good luck. The birds carry aluminum tags indicating releases by European universities in Germany, the Netherlands, and Baltic states.
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Turkey
Istanbul
Germany
Holland
Baltic States
Bayer Aspirin Promise Quick Pain Relief
An ad claims Bayer Aspirin tablets dissolve within two seconds after moisture contact, enabling fast relief for headaches rheumatism neuritis and neuralgia. The illustration shows a tablet beginning to disintegrate instantly and ready to work within minutes. Buy the genuine Bayer aspirin brand.
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Bayer
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