He Makes the Nerves of Wis Bubjerts His Playthings
A quirky wartime feature profiles a girl who smiles with one side of her face, blending tales of resilience with humorous instructions that reveal a curious, human side of conflict.
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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1889
Page
8
A quirky wartime feature profiles a girl who smiles with one side of her face, blending tales of resilience with humorous instructions that reveal a curious, human side of conflict.
A Brooklyn Eagle piece describes amber from the Baltic region, mined from undersea veins and seaweed beds. It portrays divers, fishermen, and women gathering amber after storm surges, with prices around 50 cents a pound and charts the supply chain from sea to market. The section also reflects on antique Southern chivalry and etiquette, contrasting it with modern democracy and social shifts.
A discussion in minor journals notes the danger of lead from earthenware glazes when cooking acidic foods like vinegar. It advises using salt-glazed ware and cautions against pewter and glass with high lead content. The piece also lists common antidotes and treatments for various poisons, with commentary on seasickness remedies and social conduct for women, closing with a note on railway advertising and travel routes.
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