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Newspaper
The Potter Review
Location
Potter, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1912
Page
2
A collection of quirky quips and vignettes on life from architecture to divorce trials. Notes include a woman who read 6,000 novels in four years, critiques of mustaches, jokes about lifeboats, microbes on a dollar bill, and odd remarks on fashion, aviation, and politics.
New York's police commissioner Waldo promotes widow and mother of three to detective sergeant, noting 14 years in service and key role in solving the $25,000 taxicab holdup case. Mrs Goodwin, 47, appears calm among top sleuths, recounting early sting operations, fake mediums, and hundreds of cases while living a refined, domestic life with daughter Margaret.
The reception in Washington showcased jewels worn by the Daughters of the American Revolution valued at over 500000 dollars. Observers note jewel estimates are optimistic and compare the era to possible wartime ammunition, suggesting greater war-shortening impact if fathers of the revolution had had 50000 dollars in ammunition at key moments.
A magistrate questions a thief who admits to stealing a young lady’s chatelaine watch. He says his motive was simple and unusual, claiming he merely wanted to take a little time off due to being very busy. The exchange highlights a lighthearted take on petty crime.
Antiseptic powder to shake into shoes for tired tender sore feet. Eases pain and makes walking delightful. Sold everywhere for 25c. Free trial package available by writing Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy N Y.
Paradoxical remark notes English candidates seek a seat in parliament. Red Cross Ball Blue ad claims double value for money, twice as far as competitors. A few placid lives seem immune to surprises while Lewis’ Single Binder satisfies with unique quality. Even a Jovian match may flare up.
A Louisiana Missouri woman describes twelve years of illness and eleven doctors before using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She reports dramatic relief from cramps bilious spells and monthly pains and urges other women to seek the same help. The Pinkham company notes the remedy uses native roots and herbs and assures confidential personal advice from women at Lynn Massachusetts.
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