Clever Riddle Contest Puts Readers to the Test
A reader submissions feature presents numbered riddles 441 through 450 with answers and origins from multiple towns across the United States. The item highlights the playful tone of the column and invites continued participation from clever readers in Indianapolis Ware Smyrna Gig Harbor Puyallup and other locales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha Webster
Indianapolis
Indiana
Joseph Wojick
Ware
Mass
Marcus Hinson
Chipley
Florida
Vilot
Berg
Puyallup
Washington
Iris Hopkins
Atlanta
Mary Shipp
Smyrna
Tenn
Marina Cosulick
Gig Harbor
Lida Sutharee
Aurora
South Dakota
Evelyn Woods
Elwood
Parrots and Dogs Featured as Local Pets
Harold Arndt of Oak Park Illinois praises his parrot Polly as a well behaved pet that can sit on his hand and does not swear, avoiding embarrassment with visitors. Dorothy Scott mentions her black and white fox terrier Bobbie, trained to herd cattle and beloved as a playmate in her home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Arndt
Oak Park
Hlinois
Polly
Harold
Dorothy Scott
Bobbie
Dorothy
Outdoor bed and shelter for young naturalists
Instructions describe a compact sleeping bag and fly shelter weighing under four pounds. Made from two duck fabric strips three feet wide and combined into a bag with a long piece forming the fly. Waterproofing methods include paraffin in benzine or gutta percha in benzine, then drying. Stakes and a top pole support the shelter, placed windward in a sheltered spot.
Honor is a Scout test of character on a hot day
An anonymous narrator reflects on a Scout in uniform walking twelve miles in extreme heat to complete his test. The speaker expresses deep respect for the boy’s honor and asserts that honesty and personal integrity are precious possessions for young people.
Bitter Sassafras In Memory And Use Across Times
The article recalls sassafras tree uses from spring tonics and tea to medicines and cosmetics. It notes bark and pith mucilage for lubricants, root beer ingredients, oil for soaps, and wood for fence posts, linking memory with practical applications.
Secret Seven Tunnels To Hidden Treasure Plot
The Secret Seven gather at the Scroggins stables to plan a secret enterprise and discuss turning their clubhouse into a clandestine base. They debate making the group more secret with a tunnel exit, while recent history of Old Man Scroggins and his vanished wealth haunts the setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scroggins
Secret Seven
What Price Dogs finishes strong in busy film week
A fragmented review notes a youthful audience film experience with a strong finish. It highlights a veteran star delivering a solid performance and contrasts the production’s brisk tempo with its light comic tone. The piece hints at mixed critical reception while praising the central actor.
Puzzle Flag Riddle About Historic Nation
A riddle asks which country is under half the U S size with three times its population, ancient before Europe’s bronze age, became a republic in February 1912, saw the Boxer Rebellion, and once allowed foot binding. It notes a five stripe flag with a craft coloring method for stripes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Europe
Republic
South Side High School Rally Chant From Milwaukee
A noisy school chant from Milwaukee includes lines praising South Side High School and Jesuit affiliations, with energetic refrains and stylized cheers. The chant references locations in New Orleans and Milwaukee and features shouted team spirit phrases and rhythmic roars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. D.H.S
Digging plan grows from a riddle in a school scene
A group of seven youths, prompted by a riddle, scheme to dig a tunnel from a deserted house behind stables. They appoint a leader, assign diggers and carriers, mark an eight foot shaft, and promise a continuation next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scroggins
iScroggins
Chuck” Taylor
Taek Pultanos Celebrates Birthday at School
Taek Pultanos enjoyed a birthday at school as classmates and the teacher shared smiles. His dad and younger brother gave him two presents for the day, adding to the cheerful celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bud
Teacher
Puzzle filled with rugged clues and old crossword wordplay
A long mixed set of crossword prompts, word ladders, and cracked definitions features in puzzle dialogue. Clues include animal terms, prepositions, and body parts with varied hints, plus dated quips about Klansman imagery and a taxi bill.
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