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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1939
Page
8
Fall pattern book offers dresses and children’s frocks No 1033 and 1836 in crepe georgette and cotton fabrics. Sizes 14 16 18 20 40 42 and children ages 2 8 4 5 6 feature step by step sew charts. Price 15 cents per pattern and pattern book 15 cents encoded by Bell Syndicate WNU Service.
A pitched advertisement urges readers to prevent constipation by eating Kellogg's All-Bran cereal daily. It claims bulk in the diet plus water helps regularity, promising fewer headaches and emergency trips to medicine cabinets. Made by Kellogg in Battle Creek and sold by every grocer.
A concise quotation attributed to Tennyson implies gradual change can overcome entrenched barriers.
Jane rejects marriage to Frederick Towne after an emotional rift with Adelaide and lingering wish for Towne. Baldy wins a prize that temptingly raises hopes of Edith’s future, while Jane plans a decisive departure as Towne races to Sherwood to confront the growing tension.
A humorous USA Today style piece notes how magic and escape tricks have become widespread in America. It satirically describes performers who use wives as assistants and the modern ease of obtaining illusion props from everyday shops. It traces Houdini’s influence and the accessible spread of magic methods to common people.
A survey shows widespread magic clubs in cities with magicians meeting regularly. The Pacific Coast Association of Magicians recently drew 300 attendees as delegates queued to buy new tricks. The key issue is protecting trade secrets from public exposure, viewed by magicians as a serious crime. ostracism among peers is the most severe penalty.
Theophrastus notes coal use by Greek blacksmiths around 300 B C in stones. England sees coal mention by the bishop of Durham in 1190 A D. Belgium mines around 1200 A D with Henry III granting a mining license in 1239 A D. Coal ships to London by 1240 A D and London bans coal burning in 1808 due to smoke.
A compact DIY idea describes a camp stool with a fitted tray to serve as a small portable table. It suits beside a game table or for mending and book plants, folding away neatly when not in use. The article notes dressing the stool with remaining fabric and upholstery braid, plus staining and waxing the base for durability. An editor notes a 32 item home beautification booklet by Mrs. Spears, available by sending name, address, and 10 cents to Chicago.
A practical mix of kitchen tips and household advice. Topics include sandwich fillings from flaked salmon and cucumber pickles moistened with mayonnaise. Instructions on draining boiled vegetables for soup stock. Guidance on warm light-weight blankets for rest and comfort. Tips on cookie decorations staying embedded and essential carving tools with knife sharpening.
The fragment quotes Madame Rieux on hindering happiness and promotes Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as an effective laxative. It claims sugar coating makes them appealing to children and urges buying now.
A brief aphorism notes that others are mortals while men often overlook their own fragility. It contrasts common judgments with self awareness, invoking a philosophical aside from a noted thinker. The line underscores human bias and humility in everyday reflection.
Line an 8 inch plate with pastry. Sprinkle flour over bottom crust and add maple syrup. Top with whole raw cranberries. Cover with pastry, press edges together and brush top of crust with milk. Bake in hot oven at 400 Fahrenheit for about 40 minutes.
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