Making a Man of the Boy by the Grandfather
CLONEL SNEED observes his infant grandson attempting to swallow a foot and deems the child remarkable. He argues mothers err by overprotection and that a boy needs guidance, example, and freedom to develop to become a man, urging parents to let nature guide him and to be honest, consistent, and patient.
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Clonel
Jim Robinson
Aelescope
Papa
Swift
William
Yaisin
The Gentle Cynic Sayings and Pithy Observations
A collection of short witticisms on fame, ambition, honesty, and life. It jokes about busy people, manners, and the quirks of achieving celebrity with concise quips and paradoxes. The tone is reflective and lightly humorous.
Beware of Mercury in Catarrh Ointments and Hall's Cure
Warning against using catarrh ointments containing mercury as it damages smell and the system. Promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio as a safe internal treatment. Includes testimony offers and price 75 cents per bottle. Also recommends Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
First Bicycle with Pedals
In 1840 the first bicycle with pedals was created, marking an early milestone in pedal powered transport. The invention laid groundwork for later bicycle development and popularization.
Endless Chein Puzzle Ends with Ireland Link
The Puzzler 410 lists a word chain where each answer shares the same length and forms the next by using the last two letters of the prior word. Items include Ireland, Within, Reconstel ation, Spicy, Part of a molding, A labyrinth, A Greek deity, Occupied, To prepare for publication, An article, A large bird, A pitcher, ending with Ireland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
King’s New Life Pills Endorsement by W. Va. Reader
A reader from W. Va. praises King’s New Life Pills for boosting brain and body through strong health. The ad claims the product vitalizes organs and energy, with a testimonial from J. A. Harmon Sizemore and a price of 25e at J. B. Lemmon’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
J. A. Harmon Sizemore
W. Va
J. B. Lemmon
Enigma Ballad of Trinkets and a Forehead Sparkle
The speaker notes Blanche wears trinkets and praises her white throat, while a nun prays at church. A hunter aims at a rabbit but misses, revealing a disdain for slaughter. Trinkets glimmer on grass and trees, then vanish from sight as the sun blazes, leaving them on the speaker’s forehead.
What Not to Remember
A pithy citation on selective memory urging focus on useful knowledge while discarding mental clutter. The quote emphasizes the value of deliberate omission as a mental discipline.
Foley's Honey and Tar Clears Air Passages
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy to clear air passages and stop throat irritation. Claims it soothes inflamed membranes and relieves a stubborn cough while healing sore lungs and expelling the cold. Warns to reuse only the genuine product in the yellow package. Lemmon's Pharmacy, Mc Elhinney Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Lemmon's Pharmacy
McElhinney Drug Co
How Many Children Census Exchange Ends with Six Boys
Deacon Brown counts his children to a census taker saying he has six boys and each boy has a sister. The taker asks for a number without naming the children, prompting a dignified reply from the deacon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deacon Brown
John
Mary
Best Seal for Envelope Using Egg White
An old tip recommends sealing envelopes with egg white to create a tamper resistant seal. The egg white dries into a firm coating that resists steam or moisture, making it difficult to reopen without detection.
Botie Boys Saved by Foley's Honey and Tar Cure
Louis Boon of Norway Michigan credits Foley's Honey and Tar with curing his severe cough and another neighbor's boy, once given up by doctors, is reported cured. Lemmon's Pharmacy and Mecklhinney Drug Co. are mentioned as sources of the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Boon
Norway
Mich
Foley
Lemmon
Mecklhinney Drug Co
Troublesome Ways to Save or Evade Trouble
A reflective note on human behavior contrasting those who seek to avoid trouble with those who pursue clever means to sidestep it. The piece examines practical and moral tensions in everyday decisions and the varied motivations behind them.
Kidney Remedy Promises Quick Relief for Urinary Trouble
If people with symptoms of kidney or bladder trouble realized their danger they would begin Foley's Kidney Remedy without delay. The remedy stops pain and irregularities, strengthens these organs, and claims to prevent Bright's disease or other serious disorders. Do not disregard early symptoms. Lemmon's Pharmacy, Mc
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Foley
Bright
Lemmon’s Pharmacy
McElhinney Drug Co
Riddle on a Desert Site to Mountain and Sweet
Take the name of a site of the desert, add a consonant to reveal a famed mountain. Then insert a vowel to uncover a popular confection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Desert
Unsatisfied drive spurs effort, quotes Landor on change
A quotation contrasts satisfied immobility with restless drive. Those not fully content become the world's benefactors through effort and action, shaping progress and innovation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landor
Money Comes in Bands to A A Chisholm of Treadwell NY
A A Chisholm of Treadwell NY reports relief from indigestion liver trouble constipation nervous debility and insomnia after using Electric Bitters. He credits twelve bottles with restoring health and daily business ability. The remedy is advertised as infallible for stomach liver kidneys blood and nerves at 50 cents at J E Lemmon's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A. Chisholm
Treadwell
N. Y
J. E. Lemmon’s
Hidden Foreist Cities and Errands Verse Fragment
Fragmentary verse asks about Nero’s sanity during the fire and mentions Milly on errands, a tulip bulb at Hart's flower shop, Cecil on Deysid's horse, and grandpa braving a storm to protect health. The piece blends historical mood with personal queries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milly
Hart
Nero
Cecil
Deysid
Grandpa
No. 416 Anagram Riddle Clue on a Sinking Boat
Puzzle reads about two men in a sinking boat with the former saved and kept afloat. On land once more they seek to see the rest but the verse hints at a wordplay answer involving their actions and a purchase.
ZEMO Promoted as Cure in Local Drug Store Ad
The McIlhinney Drug Co. announces it has secured the agency for ZEMO the remedy claimed to cure pimples dandruff blackheads and skin diseases. It is described as a clean liquid external use that provides instant relief by destroying the germs and leaving healthy skin. The firm offers proof of cures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McIlhinney Drug Co
Forrs
McElhinney Drug Co
ZEMO
Concealed Words and Hidden Rivers Puzzle Summary
A compact listing of puzzle items including concealed words like lace and needles, hidden reversed rivers such as Volen and Elbe, and a sequence ending with Nile G. Ottawa, reflecting a periodical puzzle page with multiple numbered challenges.
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States of the Union
Inc. Fa
Landia
Fla. Me
Flame
S.C. Ore
Teore
Lame
R. Ll
Rame
Gala
Del
Della
Cal
Calla
Omega
Lasgala
Col
Colony
C. O
Gascony
Volen
Elbe
Lena
Nile G. Ottawa
Soils Preserve Bodies Buried 150 Years in Siberia
Archaeologists report intact human remains recovered in Siberian permafrost after 150 years. The preserved corpses show remarkable condition, prompting study of soil and climate factors that slowed decay and maintained soft tissues.
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Siberia
Estate Auction of 101 Acre Farm Near Selma Iowa
Public auction to close an estate at 1 o'clock Monday November 1 in Selma Iowa. Sell 101 acre farm well improved adjoining Selma and a separate 45 acre blue grass pasture one mile out. Sale to be approved by the District Court. E D Michael administrator Selma Iowa.
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Selma
District Court
E. D. Michael
Iowa
Want Ad in the Journal Promises Quick Local Results
A brief want ad in the Journal is advertised as a fast route to local outcomes. The notice targets residents seeking new jobs, services, or sales within the neighborhood.
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Puzzler
Bray
Smerson
the Citizens Savings Bank
Washington, Iowa
Dr. D. Arthaud
Kirksville
Dr. W. M. Terry
West Washington Street
Ray H. Dean
Cook & Sherman's Drug Store
Washington
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Jayo
Golden State Lim
Sun
Dai
Botie Boys
Lo'west Lim
Chicago Mosse
Milwaukee Moise
Gc. B
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Shun
Ear
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Central Ry
Brighton
St.Paul
Minneapolis
St. Louis
Kansas City
Mason City Mail
Sun Twin Cities
Peoria Express
Peoria
A. J. Morris
A. B. Cutts
Minn
Washington, Lowa
School of Experience
Casey Bros
Casey
Hotel Colenso
Clifford Thorne
Court House
J. J. Kellogg
South Side Square
E. J. Harmeier
North Side Square
W. H. Butterfield
Eicher & Livingston
LAW
Charles A. Dewey
Ohfisway
Temple Building
Washington, Ia
Wilson & Wilson
C. d. Wilson
C. Wilson
Lawyers
Opposite Journal Office
W. M. Keeley
Morrison
P. J. Hanley
Farmers & Merchants
State Bank
Capital
S. A. White
Sam'l Thompson
R. L. Coulter
W. A. White
D. F. Macon
Bestervice
Lowa
Austin, Sutherland
R. BR. & Phone
Spencer Bros. Cement Contractors
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