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Newspaper
Van Buren News Eagle
Location
Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1920
Page
4
A devotional sermon urges readers to start the long trail toward a post mortem world by daily acts of kindness. It emphasizes personal responsibility, small compassionate deeds, and the belief that earthly deeds affect eternal outcomes for individuals and their communities.
A reflection emphasizes how small kindnesses to children at street level have lasting positive effects. It argues that everyday friendly greetings can influence a child’s future character and contribute to a better community.
The text predicts women may not claim newborn rights when building the fire on a cold winter morning, reflecting cautious social change amid official equality declarations.
Observers note that falling prices may revive interest in marriages as local authority figures seek fees from weddings. The sentiment suggests economic easing could boost nuptial activity and income for clerks and clergy.
Detective William A. Pinkerton argues crime is not merely general but an overflow based on the daily press columns. His remark hints at widespread concern across the nation.
A man may show indifference to his wife yet seeks refuge in her when planning to place property in her name. The statement reflects the idea that a wife becomes a sanctuary in this financial step, illustrating marital dynamics in property matters.
The remark notes debate over whether politics should take singular or plural verb forms while acknowledging both usages derive from the same field. It highlights language variation in commentary on political subjects.
The author argues that the country’s wisdom cannot be housed in one person. He suggests many voices contribute to understanding while some insist on monolithic leadership, making persuasion difficult. The piece reflects debates on leadership and collective insight.
Critics have filled the silence around editors, leaving editors with little to say. The comment notes that the critics’ abundant remarks overshadow writers and newsroom leaders.
A saying notes wisdom can emerge from foolish lips though the speaker clarifies no specific person in the community is being discussed. The remark reflects on public discourse and restraint in attributing comments to individuals.
A quip notes that fools easily lie while the wise maneuver to avoid exposure. The line contrasts reckless lying with prudent cunning in social behavior.
A traveling salesman sold a small town general store owner faulty jewelry. The wholesaler tried to collect after the item was returned and the draft was dishonored. The postmaster said all was OK, and the attorney warned the trader with a blunt reply claiming the three signatories were the merchant, the postmaster, and the local lawyer.
Solomon Heckard has a cement stock tank built this week. Rev Ernest Treber to preach at the Christian church Sunday evening. A parade from Lafountaine honors the League of Nations. Niagara Falls ran dry on March 31 1848 due to an ice dam on Lake Erie and a spring gale.
The American Red Cross has sent six million dollars of food clothing and medical supplies to the Balkans Romania Bulgaria Albania Montenegro Serbia Bosnia and Greece since relief began. Agencies will withdraw by year end as locals regain normal living with supported self reliance.
A brief, witty note from the Louisville Courier Journal quoting a vignetting exchange about fiction and domestic life, reflecting era taste and humor in a social column fragment.
The Youth's Companion claims wide readership and promotes good citizenship through entertaining and educational content. 1921 issue lineup includes 52 weekly issues plus remaining 1920 issues and Home Calendar for 1921. Subscriptions offer these plus McCall's Magazine for 3.50 total. Boston address listed for new subscriptions.
A Gotham florist popularized the line Say it with flowers inspiring many shops across town. A Fulton street market fish dealer echoed the caption with Say it with Shad, drawing romantic attention to his stall.
A dialogue from the Boston Transcript reveals a movie star negotiating pay with a manager. The manager terms the salary as five thousand dollars a week but clarifies the star will actually receive five hundred dollars.
Advice warns that excessive meat intake causes uric acid buildup injuring kidneys. It urges relieving kidneys like bowels, citing symptoms such as backache dizziness sour stomach and rheumatic pains. It recommends consulting a physician or obtaining herbal remedies offering relief.
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