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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1911
Page
5
A longtime friend recalls Jim Breen aging visibly since their school days. Breen, once strong and tireless, now wears wrinkles, speaks with a shaky voice, and struggles to recall names, while his former acquaintance shows gray hair and a stooped gait. The piece laments how time changes friends and bodies.
A father hangs worn hose in the chimney and mutters that the old custom renews his boyish spirit. Santa Claus later appears with a needle and yarn and darns the socks, and the following day the bells ring merrily in the crispy air as one man vows the season sounds sweeter than ever.
A playful exchange between a young wife and husband centers on an aviation costume and the idea of fleeing in an air ship should a former admirer propose an elopement. The wry dialogue hints at romance, expense, and improbable adventure.
A poultry raiser chats with a pastor praising angelic snowy wings in sermons. The raiser chides judging by plumage, stating personal preference for Plymouth Rock Buff Cochin and Black Spanish as hardier poultry breeds.
A host defends a lavish wine plan at a house warming, explaining the dining room ceiling fresco funds were intended to ensure guests could look up at the artwork.
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