Foot neglect leads to hospital stay and ward bed
A writer recounts neglecting a small foot abrasion that worsened into a serious circulatory concern. After consulting Dr. Masson and a Life Extension Institute exam, doctors advised rest and hospital tests. At Presbyterian, a ward and various treatments, including vacuum boots, revealed the need to stay off the foot and follow hot packs, Epsom salt baths, and nitrate silver care.
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H. F. Masson
Journal
Chicago
Life Extension Institute
Bette
Presbyterian Hospital
Chatterton
Ruth
Chatterdon
Magician Delights Inmates With Simple Tricks
A magician visited a jail and performed for inmates. He asked two pickpockets to assist, but they failed to steal. They found their own pockets had been picked by the trick, provoking surprised muttering among the thieves. A Washington lawyer recalls hearing the tale.
Boy Not Smoking Says Teen Boy Thinks Cigarettes Look Effeminate
A mother notes her sixteen year old son does not smoke. He believes men smoking cigarettes looks effeminate and adds that later wearing pants on the street may seem effeminate too.
Unclear social critique on appearance and behavior
A quotation reflecting on gender norms and failed social invitations. The text discusses a woman seeking youth and a man seeking wealth or status, along with a provocative remark about crime and intellect. It ends with a housewife's feast for absent guests.
Doctor Sees John Toml'n After Tonsil Operation
A physician visits John Toml'n the day after his tonsillectomy. The patient, with a sore mouth, says no tongue examination can reveal his pain.
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John Toml'n
Height of Efficiency Circular Letter Hole Door Tale
A friend insists on a round hole in the front door to admit circular letters. He explains the purpose plainly, emphasizing efficiency and practicality in his new home.
No Thrill In Easy Sailing Says Nurse In Balsam Joke
A nurse called a drug store asking how much balsam is in balsam of Peru. The clerk replied There is as much balsam in balsam of Peru as cast or in castor oil. The inquirer, Mrs. M. I., seemed satisfied.
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Peru
Castor
the Inquirer
Postman Delays Woman Over Medicine Package
A local route postman halts to ask a housewife to fill out a form to report a missing medicine package. The woman protests as regulations force disclosure of the complaint about stomach pain before delivery.
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Jeness
Seasons of sports and condiments in a Beecher quip
A playful contrast frames four sports as four season names and a mother’s view as four condiments. The narrator attributes the quote to Henry Ward Beecher, noting possible misattribution.
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Atl. Fsround
August boarder arrives at Willowdale Farm
Telegrams announce I R Howard will board in August at Willowdale Farm. Mary and Miss Goodnough prepare the house as three maids and locals react with curiosity while the farm’s staff and neighbors anticipate the arriving guest.
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Iss Goodnough
Parkville
N. Y
Alice Goodnough
Hampton, VI
Richard Jones
I. R. Howard
Mr. Stevens
Mary
Alexander Stone
Mr. Stone
Aunt Sue
Eva Knapp
Mr. Howard
Geraldine Fitzhugh
Marjorie Allen
Geraldine
Boston
Marta Waldo
Jerry
Detroit
Eva
Marta
J. R. Howard
Iowa Centennial Plans Under Way
Des Moines reports more than 60 local and regional centennial celebrations this summer for Iowa Territorial Centennial, with the state fair at Des Moines August 26 to September 2 as the official observance. Pageants, parades, talks, and commemorative events will highlight Iowa’s 190 years of development, with many county fairs dedicating programs to the centennial. A statewide historic site marking committee led by Mrs. Ralph Henderson will propose bronze or stone markers at key locations and seek legislative support for a permanent marking system statewide.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Dubuque
Council Bluffs
Burlington
Fort Madison
Senter
J. C. Hammond
Towa
Rammond
Hammond
Towa Centennial Committee
Ralph Henderson
Martha Washington
The
Daughters of the American Revolution
Sioux City
Minnesota
Herbert Hoover
John Brown
State Highway Commission
Death is not an end, ifs a new impulse
The question asks who said the quote Death is not an end, ifs a new impulse, VV OF. No reliable attribution found in provided text segment.
Congress to authorize sweeping anti trust probe
Washington expects a major antitrust and monopoly investigation by a temporary national economy committee within 10 days. Led by Thurman Arnold, it aims to shape New Deal policy and may last six months to a year, delaying all proposed antitrust legislation including the O Mahoney Borah licensing bill until completion.
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Washington
Congress
National Economy Committee
Roosevelt
Thurman W. Arnold
Department of Justice
Fauces anatomy defined as back mouth opening
The fauces are the opening at the back of the mouth leading to the pharynx bounded by the soft palate and uvula above the roots of the tongue below and the pillars of the fauces on the sides.
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International News Service
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Ham Fisher
REAL
Betty
Doc
John
Heary Ward Beecher
CELE
Bration
Henderson
Jobin Ely Briggs
Iowa City
G. A. Thileren
Cyrenus Cole
Cedar Rapids
John S. Cutter
Shenandoah
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Dorchester
Clear Lake
J. 0
Elder
James FE. Fitz- Gerald
Eugene Henely
Grinnell
M M. Hoffmann
John A. Hull
Boone
Polerical
J. R. Griges
Republican
C. F. Letts
Coca
Washington Co
Coun
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Atlas
Harold
Ahrens Hall
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