Friday the Thirteenth Myth and American History
An analysis argues that Friday the thirteenth is not especially unlucky. It traces unlucky and lucky Fridays through American history, noting events from Columbus voyages to Yorktown, Saratoga, and Pershing’s World War I campaigns, stressing notable dates and figures.
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Southampton
Maine
Virginia
George Washington
Bunker Hill
General Burgoyne
Saratoga
Benedict Arnold
America
Cornwallis
Yorktown
United States
John J. Pershing
John J
Bayer Aspirin advertised as proven safe by millions
The notice promotes Bayer Aspirin as genuine only if the Bayer Cross appears on the package or tablets. It touts safety proven over twenty five years for conditions like colds headache neuritis lumbago toothache rheumatism and neuralgia. Packages come with directions and bottles of 24 or 100 sold by druggists at low prices.
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Elmo Scott Watson
Luxuries Spur Gold Teaspoons and Goblets Order
A New York woman placed a special order for solid gold teaspoons at 500 dollars per dozen and requested six ornate gold goblets. The exact costs were not yet calculated, but the purchaser signed and delivered the order on assurances from the selling house that the items could be made as specified.
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New York
Laboratory on Wheels Pathfinder Maps Nationwide Drive
John Grahamy, premier United States pathfinder, travels 40 000 to 50 000 miles yearly for 14 years. He now checks road maps nationwide for a major map firm. His scout car resembles a lab with a tachometer barometer ammeter oil gauge gasoline gauge ignition switches speedometer clock and odometer. Equipment includes shovels tow chains ax typewriter compass sleeping gear a gallon of gas and old clothes for eight to ten weeks.
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John Grahamy
United States
Germany's Air Routes Map Expands to Seventy
A German government air map lists seventy world routes, ten more than the previous edition. The chart serves German commercial aviators and guides international flight planning.
Waves Dance As Seashore Child Asks Why
A brief Boston Transcript quip features a girl asking why waves dance at the seashore and a fashionably dressed mother replying that waves cannot play bridge. The playful exchange captures seaside mood in a compact newspaper moment.
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Boston Transcript
The Modern Maiden Dialogue Echoes a Family Exchange
A brief exchange from The Modern Maiden dramatizes a quiet domestic moment as a daughter weighs leaving or returning at night while a mother speaks softly. The lines hint at tension between independence and care within a home setting.
Nails-Holding Hammer for Awkward Place Driving
The device is designed to drive nails in tight spots. A groove on top of the tool receives the nail while two projections with springs start the nail. The hammer is then used to drive and the tool released for reuse.
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Pasigevry
Popular Science Monthly
Cuticura Pimples Ad Promotes Ointment Soap and Talcum
An advertisement promotes Cuticura for pimples claiming to remove blemishes with Cuticura Ointment, a five minute wash with Cuticura Soap and hot water, and daily use for clear skin along with Cuticure Talcum.
Wealth Brings Mockery Yet Sparks No Regret
A wry reflection notes that many men endure abuse for wealth but show little concern or remorse. The line suggests wealth attracts ridicule, yet does not deter the bearer from pursuing or maintaining riches.
Man of Work Gains Quiet Royal Title
A concise saying notes that capable workers earn respect and influence as if born to rule, reflecting merit over birthright in leadership.
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