Christmas Eve Door Lock Inspires Boy's Dreamy Night
A narrative sketches a toddler named Bob-for-Short failing to open a library door during a family Christmas. The door stays locked for days while the scene shifts to warmth by the fire, a hoped-for Christmas baby, and the eventual revealing of a cedar tree and gifts. Grandparents, a great-grandfather, and Nicodemus the dog share tender, humorous moments as Bob marvels at a toy-filled room and a kitten joins the family.
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Nicodemus
Great-grand
Dreat-Dran
Grand
Dreatdran
Earth
Goad
House of Red Bers
Crib-Gide
Katy
Meon
Grandfather
Bob
New York Independent
Agnes Prayer Seeks Santa Help After Naughty Day
A five year old girl Agnes prays aloud after a scolding. She asks God to help her be good but adds if she misbehaves to still receive Santa Claus. The vignette captures childlike faith and holiday whimsy.
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Agnes
Santa
Claus
Benevolence and a Forgotten Gold Cane Tale
A mother in search of clothing for the poor discovers a gold headed cane worth 25 dollars left by grandpa years ago. The tale extols benevolence as its own reward and recalls the joy of giving to those in need. The tone recalls a moralistic old newspaper or pamphlet style.
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Benny
Sixteen Years of Skin Disease Healed by Cuticura Remedies
Leonard A Hawter of 11 Nostrand Ave Brooklyn New York suffered sixteen years from a severe skin disease that worsened in warm weather and left him unable to walk. After trying many doctors he found relief with Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills, using two sets and becoming a “differ ent man.”
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Leonard A. Hawter
Nostrand
AVG
Brooklyn
N.Y
Humble Man Values Self Worth Despite Valuing Humility
A reflective thought asserts that true humility does not erase self esteem. The belief holds that recognizing one’s worth preserves humility and prevents devaluing personal dignity.
There Are Imitations in Single Binder Cigar Ads
A reader notes that advertising copy for Bo Lewis' Single Binder cigars warns against imitation products and urges caution. The message frames temptation and moral risk, suggesting deception in promotions and warning about consequences of copying.
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Lewis
Rheumatism Cure Touted With Kidney Focus
A historic note claims rheumatism stems from inactive kidneys and uric acid in blood. A simple remedy mixes Dandelion extract half an ounce with Compound Kargon one ounce, praised as harmless and safe for all ages.
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