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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1912
Page
4
The text describes how stolen items can become the thiefs property after five years if possession is proven, noting a police licensed thieves market where long-stolen goods are openly sold. It portrays the market as a hub for light fingered gentry and opportunistic buyers including some honest shoppers attracted by bargains.
An advertisement from 1912 promotes Tonitives to build up the blood, claim relief from dyspepsia indigestion nausea heartburn gastritis and bad breath by increasing gastric juice and stomach muscle strength. Price 75 cents per box, Tonitives Co Buffalo NY.
Aadays voices irritation at a political opponent comparing him to a seaside girl. The exchange touches on social impressions and a Chicago millionaire in a quoted aside. One girl notes the rival’s appeal as a poor catch, prompting a sharp reply about credibility.
A line in a column reflects on a dog that bonds with people only if they can outrun him. The quip hints at a playful, tense dynamic between pet and owner in a lighthearted domestic scene.
A fragment contrasts seizing opportunities with caution about mistaking fantasies for real chances. It urges balance between initiative and realism to avoid embracing a delusion.
A vintage ad touts Cole's Carbon salve as stopping pain instantly for burns and cuts. It credits quick cures and lists 25 and 50 cent sizes with druggists carrying the product. The ad also promotes Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for stomach liver and bowels and ends with a provocative quip about marriage and appetite.
Austin laments the wish to be a humorist while Evelyn reassures him that laughter can come without formal wit. The light exchange hints at playful, affectionate banter between the pair.
A Home Progress Magazine quote notes that even a woman with geometry drawing lessons language studies and chemistry knowledge may not extract all benefits from her education in everyday housekeeping tasks. The line suggests education should translate into practical skills at home.
A Nebraska man suffered a fever and weakness from spring illness. His friend recommended Grape-Nuts. after months of poor health, a bowl daily restored strength and health, leading him to endorse the product. Postum Co. Battle Creek is listed as the giver.
The article contrasts modern Thanksgiving prep with 1912 host practices, celebrating conveniences and suggesting advance planning. It offers creative decorations using crepe paper turkeys, corn, and early American motifs, plus small puppets and scene dioramas depicting Pilgrim and Puritan life for festive tables.
The tale centers on Master Russell, son of the Boston opera house director, who during an entr acte in his elegant dress faced a matron’s patronizing questions. He answers politely, claiming birthplace as France and all of him, then bows and departs.
Teacher explains to Willie that a volcano is like a fur nace full of Roman candles with a wide open door, a playful metaphor from a classroom exchange.
Sam Marcus describes two years of eczema on his hands with burning itching and sores. He cites relief after five to six months using Cuticura Soap with warm water and Cuticura Ointment and notes global sales and a free sample offer with the 32 page Skin Book from Cuticura Dept L Boston.
At a reception a loud young man sang My Old Kentucky Home. A hostess finds a middle aged, little known musician crying in a corner and asks if he is a Kentuckian. He replies I am a musician.
The piece notes a troubling rise in child self harm in Germany and asks why many youngsters commit death by own action. It links crises reports to education and the axiom the weak must fail, suggesting schools discourage failure and push youths toward despair. It questions whether other nations experience this horror.
A quip from a Boston Transcript piece shows Mrs Hiram Offen challenging a suitor about his job history and romantic history across six or seven places in the past year, highlighting social gossip and dating behavior.
An old fashion Thanksgiving dinner story recalls Puritan practice and the first day of thanks in New England. It describes harvest abundance, chestnuts, corn, cider, fatted poultry and pig dishes, and weeks of indoor prep filled with pickles cheeses and baked goods, with a closing note on steady effort.
A patent style advertisement claims Cole's Carbolisalve stops itching and pain and cures piles. The ad notes price fifty cents and lists druggists as sellers. It ends with a quip about a tiresome man lacking humor.
A historic advertisement states Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children soothes teething gums Reduces inflammation alleviates pain and claims to cure wind colic priced at 3 cents a bottle in Ada era listings.
A tavern owner and a washing machine agent discuss the election aftermath. Local businesspeople remain calm while critics claim office seekers lack experience and push to run the post office.
Humorous dialogue from Punch sketches a candid exchange between two sailors aboard a voyage. One remarks on another’s ugly face, the second brushes off with a reply about not changing anything.
The advertisement touts Lewis' Single Binder as the preferred choice for smokers, highlighting full value and superior quality. It appeals to buyers seeking a trusted, top grade binder product.
The Cordelia dance academy is identified as a legitimate school of dance, not a hop joint, in city notices clarifying business licenses and community interpretation. Local officials emphasize its instructional focus and community role.
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