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Wakefield Advocate

Location

Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1923

Page

3

Wakefield Delinquent Taxes Stand At 2228.56

Wakefield owes 2228.56 in delinquent taxes on real and personal property this year per city treasurer George J. Hrbacek. He notes this is far below last year’s figure and expects most of the balance will be collected before March 4 1928 before turnover to the county treasurer for collection. The year’s total assessed tax nears 800000 with about 216000 collected in interstate? actually, the summary states 216000 collected in January and December and January.

Wakefield George J. Hrbacek Hrbacek

Religion's sane and a bishop's early arrival at service

A confirmation class imprints solemnity as angelic children sit rapt in the pews. An usher notes the bishop arrived early to officiate and a spectator recalls a theater appointment looming, while a column of superstitions on birds pairs with homes and death signs.

Pelican Wins Golf Hole In St. Petersburg Tale

A pelican dives for a fish at a water hazard on the Coffee Pot course near Tampa Bay during a foursome a wind carried a ball into the lake. The bird swoops, seizes the fish, ending the quirky round with the caption one down and a humorous scene.

St. Petersburg Fla Tampa Bay

Barbara Cushman Comes to the Country Summer

Sara helps cousin Barbara Cushman adjust to country life as Barbara sheds city vanity. Barbara fears losing beauty and gains confidence with Sara’s support and a soft lavender dress church supper plan. Joe Curtis and Mark Sherman accompany them as Barbara finds happiness without the old crowd.

Sara Mrs. Burnham Louise Barbara Ted Joe Barbara Cushman Mark Sherman Joe Curtis Barabara Tieak Ross Mark

Padlock Suggestion From Mrs Diggs To Professor Diggs

Mrs Diggs asks Mr Grampson to put something on the phonograph during a half hour visit to Professor Diggs. He replies yes and suggests a padlock as the item to play. The exchange reflects light humor in a domestic visit reported by the Birmingham Age Herald.

Jad Salts and Kidney Health Cure Advertisement

An old advertisement touts Jad Salts as a remedy to flush kidneys and prevent bladder issues. It claims four ounces daily before breakfast, using a grape lemon lithia formula to restore kidney and urine health and promote a harmless, pleasant effervescent drink.

Red Pepper Rub Promises Quick Cold Relief

An advertisement touts Red Pepper Rub as a fast remedy for colds chest tightness congestion and sore joints. It claims heat penetrates quickly and provides relief within minutes with a jar from Rowles using red peppers.

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