Nebraska legislative news and views on liquor bills and treasury safeguards
Nebraska lawmakers open the Fiftieth session with three liquor control measures and bills to lock state funds. Proposals create state commissions with licensing power and adjust fee distribution. Other items seek treasury reforms, audits, burglar insurance, and bonding, plus a banking role for the state and coalitions on river water projects.
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Red Man’s Delight Returns for Cough Sirup Question
A fragment says a northern Michigan store recently sold cough sirup labeled Red Man’s Delight to buy a half Gosen dollar bottles. A Tansecated Druggist wonders about the purpose of the cough syrup and mentions Indian-Likum on pancakes.
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Red Man
Michigan
Can Your Wife Cook As Well As Your Mother
A humorous aside shows a husband claiming his wife cannot cook as well as his mother but notes he will not say so. The exchange emphasizes matchmaking banter and family pride in cooking skills.
Psalm Spelling Question Sparks Curious Moment
Edith asks her mother why the first man began spelling psalm with a silent p. The exchange captures a child’s interest in language and historical spelling quirks.
Question on why he did not scratch it off and restart
The fragment asks why he chose not to erase and begin anew, implying uncertainty about his decision and method. It presents a single query without additional context or named entities.
Use of the Times in Railway Timetables
An excerpt from Stray Stories Magazine questions why railway time tables include times. The genial station toll explains the figures help passengers know how late trains run. The piece reflects a playful take on everyday transit life.
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Ree
Genia
Tole
Stray Stories Magazine
Pre-Treatment Maude End Engagement With Tom
Maude explains she broke off engagement with Tom due to his weight and worries about his health. Edythe says she still loves him but will take him back once he loses weight and regains concern for his appearance.
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Maude
Tom
Edythe
Invention of device to see through walls draws pun
A joke exchanges a question about a device for peering through brick walls. The punchline reveals the inventor calls it a window.
Sea Farmers Dispute Over Type of Animal
A pair of sailors aboard a vessel in harbor argued about the species of animal in question. No injuries reported and authorities kept peace by separating them.
Heifer Confusion Aboard Ship Leaves Sailors Guessing
Two sailors dispute whether a heifer is a hog or a sheep as Boatswain Bill weighs in with a humorous confession he knows little about poultry. The exchange captures a light moment aboard ship.
Pamelia’s Choice: Auntie and Twin Doll Request
In a domestic scene Pamelia asks her Auntie for a doll of a special kind. Pamelia chooses to have twins, expressing a desire for a pair of dolls to share her playtime.
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Pamelia
Auntie
Have a cigar inquiry sparks offer to help dispose items
A brief exchange features a speaker offering aid to remove a half box of cigars given by his wife, with a hint of reluctant participation in the task. The dialogue reveals a casual, practical tone and domestic context.
Fashioned tunic and skirt set with contrasting fabrics
Graceful tunic buttons at back with a neck and sleeve edging like Lanvin peasant tops. Skirt slim and hem slashed, shown in green velvet with honey satin blouse. Pattern 9187 offered in sizes 12 through 40 with yardage details and a sew chart. Send 15 cents to Sewing Circle Pattern Dept New York.
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Mainbacher
Lanvin
Sewing Circle Pattern Department
West Highteenth Street
New York
N. Y
Learning Fast at the New Couple's Expense
A light cartoon caption humorously notes Mrs. Newlywed telling her mother that Jim is finally valuing money as he has not found any loose coins in his trouser pockets for a week. The exchange highlights early married life and budgeting quirks.
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Jim
Foreman Questioned Suitability for Hard Labor
Milwaukee Journal quotes an applicant arguing that top judges in the country have doubted his fitness for demanding work.
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Milwaukee Journal
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