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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1937
Page
8
Brown collected his change at the booking office then returned to say he had been given two dollars too much. The clerk apologized and said the error could not be corrected at that moment, noting the lapse should have been spotted at purchase.
A brief anecdote tells of a poor man grateful for a five pound loan from a wealthy friend. He asks for the address to repay soon, and the rich man names Fairview Cemetery as his address. The punchline reveals the threat that the cemetery address will be true once repayment occurs.
A humorous exchange mocks dental work as a dentist notes the bill remains to be extracted even after pulling Tom's teeth. The banter suggests ongoing business with a playful jab at costs.
A familiar scene shows nine year old Doreen reacting with mock horror as her aunt proposes naming a new doll. The child deems the name Sir she unusual and recalls a song her aunt taught, “Where are you going to my pretty maid.”
Holmes notes Watson forgot trousers while remarking on winter under wear. Watson replies with marvel at the deduction as Holmes points out the missing garment in a playful exchange.
In a sly aside, readers pondered if a budding romance was genuine or bought for money. The chatter hints at misgivings about whether affection or wealth motivated the pairing, reflecting society’s wary eye on romantic unions.
A couple argued over choosing a car type, he favored open while she preferred closed. The incident centered on the dispute and the observed car this morning.
Mrs Smith confirms her husband is injured and unable to speak after a hockey match last Saturday. Mrs Higginns recalls not knowing he even played, while Mrs Smith notes he sprained his larynx during the game.
In a terse exchange a judge asks why a cudgel was brought to court as the prisoner defends his actions stating they were told to provide his own defense. The remark highlights a surreal moment in the courtroom.
In a light exchange, Senator Sorghum quips about studying relativity and says he encounters more things he does not understand during a typical USual investigation. The remark highlights his wit in a moment of political discourse.
A terse exchange reveals a tenant complaining about slow service and a repair by a maintenance worker. The dialogue hints at rising tension and a lingering leak issue as the visit stretches long without visible progress.
In Victorian era London and 1920s India, poetess Sarojini Naidu rose to fame through beauty and wit, winning praise from peers and supporting Gandhi’s civil disobedience. The piece contrasts her early glamour with later activism, noting her prison years, leadership of the Indian National Congress, and enduring fame in England through poetry.
The Benny broadcast from the Waldorf Astoria drew massive ticket requests from high-profile figures, forcing NBC to move the program to the hotel ballroom as Jack Benny’s New York stint tests studio capacity amid a wave of industry announcements. The piece also touches on Academy Awards buzz with Lise Rainer and Paul Muni, Disney wins, and other entertainment industry notes.
The article reflects on Genesis as a book of beginnings, asserting that Bible creation does not clash with science. It emphasizes God as creator, the Trinity active in creation, and man’s image and dominion, noting the family as life’s center and God’s provision for all needs.
A brief note on why Jesus is described as a man of sorrow. It cites his unique perception of the world’s pain, sin, and woe, underscoring the depth of his empathy and suffering.
A compact reflection describes the hard road of sin as always crowded, leaving little space to turn around or return. The passage implies moral constraint and the difficulty of regret or repentance.
A brief note describes a man named Hiner SRR as a model of strong character and determination, portraying him as a well made figure with steady resolve.
A spirited feature celebrates spring styles and self sewing. Mary Sue and Emily model new spring outfits while praising practical, well made slips and waistcoat looks. The Barbara Bell pattern book offers sizes 12 to 52 with yardage details and 15 cent patterns from Chicago.
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