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Newspaper
The Diller Record
Location
Diller, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1919
Page
7
A pale gentleman in a frock coat confronts a red faced man sprawled on a train platform seat. He jokes about compound interest since the Christian era totaling over 15 million dollars and warns the other to move before the arithmetic class ends. The exchange ends with a playful threat and a reference to teeth being pulled.
A French farmer faced immense loss as 36 children and relatives endured wartime tragedy. The father and one daughter were shot near Lille, a second daughter died at Dunkirk, three sons were discharged with grave injuries, and thirteen sons were killed in action.
An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap for clear complexion and soft hands, Cuticura Ointment for periodic use, and Cuticura Talcum as the fragrant addition, presenting the Cuticura Toilet Trio as a superior daily regimen.
Miss Sympleson-Oh frets over aging and wrinkles while Professor Harinut reassures her that beauty fades but the mind remains childlike, offering a light, humorous take on aging and self image.
An old advertisement promotes Hall’s Catarrh Medicine offering $100 for an incurable catarrh and claims internal action through the blood on mucous surfaces. It states the product is sold by druggists for over forty years with testimonials provided, by F. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo Ohio.
Chile has created a commission to study the possibility of building a longitudinal artery for transmitting electric power from waterfalls across a long stretch of territory.
For your daughter's sake the ad suggests using Red Cross Ball Blue in the laundry. It promises a dainty well groomed appearance that girls admire.
A ship’s christening using a champagne bottle is described as a survival of ancient blood sacrifice rituals.
A compact column notes poets respond to need, producing several verses amid tight deadlines. The piece highlights unnamed writers and a rush to publish creative works under pressure.
A medical advertisement claims Bitro-Phosphate boosts weight, strength, and nerve power for frail individuals. It advises taking a tablet with every meal, chewing thoroughly, and promises a money back guarantee if no improvement after two weeks.
Midsummer fur sales feature new shapes rather than pelts with dolman jackets expected to lead fall wear. Novel designs include a redingote inspired square cut short coat with contrasting fur collars and back panels. Neckpieces in mink marten or sable persist, and wash fabrics like cotton crepe drive practical, non ironing garments in pinks for girls.
A vivid description imagines red roses with blue straw as a delightful hat accent, suggesting a charming, smart color pairing. The whimsical line plays on color contrast to elevate fashion flair.
The prettiest undergarment for children is the Gertrude pet ticoat that slips over the head and fastens with a single shoulder button. It features a narrow frill edged with crochet lace or Valenciennes and little trimming. Mothers add wide tucks to accommodate growing sizes.
The article describes two simple birdcage covers cut from any remaining material. Edges are finished with narrow ribbon and four flaps hang down each side. A central oval opening fits the cage handle for quick fitting. Embroidery options include floral designs or the bird’s name.
The article notes the season's smart colonial pumps and day dress oxfords. Tubular silk lacings replace rib bonds, with metal bound lacing holes and medium height French heels. Pumps come in black brown kid suede patent leather, sometimes jet or steel buckles. Some tongues are attached to the shoe for a secure silhouette.
Raffia embroidery decorates taffeta gowns with floral sprays and berry motifs. Black and midnight blue silks feature pink roses and bramble details, plus silver flecks brighten the fabric. embroideries are in greater demand.
A young woman uses glossy chintz remnants to fashion a circular apron with a back crease and shoulder buttons. The fabric stays smooth with extra starch. Also suggested is a net waist trimmed with small bows in black velvet or wine rose silk for a fresh look and savings.
A description notes that belts remain narrow in current fashion. The article observes the very narrow belt is still used with several new frocks and draws attention to a belt that links to the hip girdle, calling it unusually interesting.
Louisville Courier Journal notes a joking reference as residents discuss aviation rate changes and nearby air travel concerns. The brief captures local chatter about flight costs and airline activity without specific actions.
Readers muse on appetite and commitment in a playful note about hunger and the desire to marry versus remaining married. The fragment contemplates social norms with a humorous tilt and local flavor.
An advertisement promotes Castoria as a harmless substitute for Castor Oil and other medicines. It claims over thirty years of use for constipation and stomach issues, with an 80 year history and the signature of Chas. H. Fletcher as assurance against counterfeit products.
A brief note mentions new ship voyages in progress and the phrase snuff remains in demand. It cites a production figure for 1017 with 34,873,626 pounds produced in the United States.
A vintage ad urges early treatment for kidney and bladder issues with Gold Medal Hair Lem Oil Capsules. It claims Dutch origin since 1694 and promises restored strength, urging readers to seek the product to avoid irreversible disease and offering refunds if not satisfied.
The French government will preserve selected western front sites in their present condition as war memorials. Forts at Verdun and the trenches of Soissons are among those protected, along with Mouquet Farm tunnels, Bapaume ruins, and Pozieres remains, to bar alterations for future tourists.
In a playful exchange a banker asks about the weekly visitor in his drawing room. The daughter reveals the man is currently unemployed but eager to become a life companion to a wealthy young woman.
A cautious note describes Chinese cinema practice where moviegoers pay only after the opening scene. The remark adds a reflective line about wisdom and acknowledging mistakes.
In Kansas City Star style dialect, Parson Bagster admonishes a sleepy Brudder Sizzle during a sermon. The exchange centers on sleep and muddled speech, with the parson steering the service back to focus amid comic confusion.
A reflective opinion quotes Patrick Flynn urging sharing happiness while keeping troubles private. It frames emotional balance and prudent personal disclosure without detailing specific events or circumstances.
The statement notes a cultural gesture in China where people greet by wagging clenched fists rather than shaking hands, reflecting a distinct social custom.
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