Waterloo hotel manager defends finger bowls against reformers
The manager of a Waterloo hostelry dismisses calls to replace finger bowls with paper vessels. He compares the practice to aristocratic custom and demands a practical substitute be shown, noting daily cleansing and centuries of use. He cites public health concerns as unfounded and pledges to continue finger bowl use.
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Waterloo
Missouri
Souri
Horn- Face
Boniface
Bonifaces
Middle West
Cour
When Backaches Warn Kidney Trouble
An old advertorial warns that backaches signal kidney trouble and urges Croxone as a quick remedy. It claims the product cleans clogged kidneys, removes waste, and treats urinary disorders, with a money back guarantee if it fails in any case.
Iowa Corn Crop Yields Decline in 1973 Report
The 1973 Iowa corn crop total yield is forecast at 848,283,000 bushels with per acre yield down and quality steady. The report notes a large drop in potato production and lower overall grain output in Iowa.
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Law
United
Department of Agriculture
Rome
Lowa
Three Die In Fire In Browning Area
Springfield Illinois report details a second floor blaze at Browning near Beardstown. W T Laseter 44 Pauline M Fettridge year old Mary M Fettridge 3 died. Injured include Mrs Laseter Geneva McKetridge Harmon Laseter. Emergency crews responded. two of the injured are expected to die.
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Kenosha
Wis
Joe Kovich
Joe
Argo
E. Randall
Springfield
Browning
Beardstown
W. T. Laseter
Pauline M'Fetridge
Mary M’fetridge
Geneva McKetridge
Harmon Laseter
Mrs. Laseter
Geneva McFetridge
The Divorce Question at Waterton This Saturday
The play by William Anthony McGuire directed by Wingfield and Ridings explores dangers for the inexperienced on a city visit. It highlights parental care versus selfish whim and features a matinee and evening show at the Waterton this Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony McGuire
Wingfield
Ridings
Kipling
Waterton
Embroidery Needle Sizes and Silk Thread Guide
The article lists needle sizes for various threads and fabrics. No 9 and 10 suit one thread of File Silk, No 8 for heavier linens, No 7 for butcher’s linen, No 4 for Roman Floss, No 8 for Persian Floss and Etching Silk, and No 29 Chenille for Rope Silk. It promotes paper distributed embroidery outfits with a daily coupon.
Chamverlain's Tablets Promise Quick Comfort Tonight
Advertisement notes Chamverlain's Tablets for relief of dullness biliousness and constipation promising improvement by tomorrow. Sold by all dealers.
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Chamverlain's
Proper Needles Play Big Part in Hand Embroidery
A historical note on embroidery needles contrasts ordinary sewing needles with specialized, larger needles preferred by skilled workers, outlining how tools affect stitch quality and technique. The piece discusses needle choice and its impact on detailed hand embroidery.
Pimples Vanish After Resinol Treatment, 1912
Philadelphia reader Albert Greenburg credits Resinol Soap and Ointment with clearing his face of pimples after three years of trouble. He reports instant relief and smooth skin following two jars, praising Resinol as a long favored remedy prescribed by doctors and sold by druggists across the country.
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Philadelphia
Albert Greenburg
Prankford Ave
Resinol
Resinol Chemical Co
Dultimora
Mdy
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WHITE
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Wrigleys
Spearmin
Wrigley
Wrigley's
Iasts
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