Nunnery Quadrangle of Uxmal Reproduced for Century of Progress
The Nunnery Quadrangle near Uxmal will be rebuilt in replica for Chicago's 1933 Century of Progress. The four-walled complex, 344 acres, rose 79 feet with ornate East and West façades and a southern entrance via a corbelled vault. Dr Fay-Cooper Cole leads a committee of savants guiding the display.
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Uxmal
Chicago
Leif Eriksen
Yucatan
Kukulcan
Fay-Cooper Cole
University of Chicago
Peter Rabbit Watches Over Friends In The Green Forest
Peter Rabbit keeps watch while Honker the Goose and other animals rest near Paddy the Beaver’s pond. He thumps ground with his hind feet to warn of danger, driven by a wish to help others rather than seek praise.
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Peter
Rabbit
Paddy
Beaver
Hanker
Goose
Brier
Honker
Glutton
J. G. Lloyd
Little Apes of Nikko Legend in Ancient Tomb Murals
The legend of three wise monkeys from Nikko murals portrays Mizaru who sees no evil, Mikazuru who hears no evil, and Mazaru who speaks no evil. A proverb often echoes the idea to seek no evil, hear no evil, and speak no evil. Heritage attributed to ancient jewelers.
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Nikko
Japan
Mizaru
Mikasuru
Mazaru
Just Suppose There Is a Mine in Our Pasture Land
A poem by Douglas Malloch reflects on childhood dreams of wealth and the idea that happiness comes not from proven riches but from simple joys. The speaker recalls a father’s skepticism and a mother’s gentle doubt, concluding that mortal friendship and love surpass secure certainties.
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Evry
Father
Dad
Douglas Malloch
WNU
Mottier's Cook Book A Portrait of Artistic Culinary Skill
The article extols an artistlike cook who wastes nothing and crafts food with color, flavor, and seasoning. It compares culinary craft to painting, praising use of vivid fruit and vegetable colors and the refined art of timing and aroma in dishes.
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M3 Coolidge
Senator Coolidge
Massachusetts
National Park
Newspaper Union
Peach Tree Infestation Treated With PDB Chemical
Orchardists report peach trees infested with pests respond to paradichlorobenzene shortened to PDB. The chemical is spread several inches from the trunks under soil mounds five inches deep, removed after two to three weeks. Not for trees under three years old and used only on peach trees.
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Isr
WNU
Pastor urges continual soul growth in sermon
Mrs Small challenges the claim of a small soul as the pastor preaches continual spiritual growth and self-improvement in a New Bedford Standard item.
Dr Caldwell’s Stepsin for constipated babies
A vintage medical pitch promising regular bowel habits for babies. It cites Dr Caldwell with forty seven years of practice and 3500 births without loss, claiming half a teaspoonful as the remedy to prevent fretfulness, vomiting, and growth issues.
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Caldwell
Ample Proof Proud Papa Darling Baby Smiles
A light hearted note describes a baby’s smile and a parent’s amused reaction as Henry observes the family moment. The brief glimpse captures parental affection and a playful recount of the child’s amiable personality.
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Henry
Mrs. Ethel Smith Praises Kruschen Fat Loss Remedy
Norwich Connecticut resident Mrs. Ethel Smith says Kruschen helped her sleep better during night duty and lose fat while eating normally. She recommends taking a half teaspoon in hot water each morning and notes an 85 cent bottle lasts four weeks with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
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Ethel Smith
Norwich
Conn
Iba
America
Neighbors Help Support Jazz Saxophonist Despite Noise
Local residents report support for a young saxophonist named Jimmy after his neighbors chipped in monthly to help him cover costs while he pursues music. The chatter notes his new instrument is drawing attention in the area.
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Jimmy
Blacksmith Sent In For Alleged Forgery Case
A fragment notes a blacksmith was sent in for an alleged forgery case. Details are sparse, with no clear names, dates, or locations. The line hints at a courtroom or investigation context but provides little further information.
Fellows' Syrup Advertisement Claim
How old is old You can be young at sixty Or old at twenty It is a matter of health If you feel run down and lack pep take Fellows' Syrup It restores fagged out nerves and tired bodies Its health building properties have been prescribed by physicians in 58 countries Obtainable at your druggist Get a bottle today You won’t regret it.
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By Thornton W. Burgess
Peter Rabbit
Buster Bear
Old Man Coyote
Granny
Reddy Fox
By Douglas Malloch
Mottier
Girugagy
Rhetta
Bell Syndicate
Doctors Family
W.n. U
Lincoln
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