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Newspaper
The Potter Review
Location
Potter, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1919
Page
12
The piece recounts William Howard Taft reflecting on rivals dropping out and a potential county commissioner candidate who praised poker players for a bold pitch at a party. It then shifts to a humorous, biting collage of jokes about wives, husbands, and wartime doughboys in a satirical column.
A fragment suggests a critique of patriotism linked to salary cuts for charitable causes and a cynical remark about a man aiding a woman based on familial connections, reflecting social attitudes rather than a clear news event.
Arthur Fuller of Los Angeles drove the Essex to first in the light car class and second overall in the Rim-of-the-World hill climb near San Bernardino California. Dense fog enveloped the canyon yet the race finished without a serious accident. Fuller praised the Essex as capable of climbing steep grades without overheating while Baker and Leafdale distribute the Essex in the territory.
Taxpayers notice that the Board of Equalization will convene on June 10 1919 and remain in session for between three and 200 days. All corrections and adjustments must be made during this period. Chairman F N Slawson leads the board.
A quip from Town Topics notes Crawford asking about a new doctor and Crabshaw replying that the old one doubted alcohol’s medicinal value. The brief exchange mocks medical opinions and reflects humor of the era.
John Heimer purchased a Hart Parr tractor this week signaling a shift in his farm equipment. The deal underscores ongoing demand for durable, high powered farming machinery in the region.
Advertising rates list per column inch for front pages at 1844 cents and inner and back pages at 1614 cents. Bank statements priced at $5 per insertion. Paid locals rate ten cents per line with seven words per line. Classified ads require a minimum 25 cent insertion. Card of thanks at ten cents per line.
A bustling New York bill features a slate of titles including Love You and Dark Rosalien with Come On Charlie Come Along and Please Get Married among comedies and dramas. Performances highlight classic lights and modern stage craft as audiences flock to shows.
Dix Tribune notes no Wild West show is planned for town and reports the city fathers will choose a graveyard location, with a playful suggestion to name the site Boot Hill. The brief captures local civic action and a tongue in cheek proposal.
The firm announces readiness to handle any well drilling project with the newest auger and hydraulic rig. Fred Vaughn, a local figure, will oversee operations at the lumber company yard, reinforcing the company’s home building services.
A fragmented verse notes a boy in a tavern speaking of love as a medalless hero. The scene mentions a girl, color returning to her cheeks, and a coat shoulder showing for weeks while the onlooker recalls engraved duties.
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