davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25
Distincfinn-

What have you ever done to claim
distinction? In otherJ words, what
have you ever done that was original
or out of the ordinary
i once had a part in the actual
transfer of several shares of stock
on the New York exchange"
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25
In the NIGHT Editors Room.

Here's a long story about that
storm on the lake the other day Want
1t cut DOWN."
Does it begin, The storm beggars
description?
Yes"
We'll, run that. and cut out the de-
scription-''
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

One may safely predict that none of
the many enterprising automobile
manufacturers is going to claim credit
Tor the machine that a San Francis
can dumped into the bay because it
had cost him $4,000 for repairs.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Widows are barred from the Spin
sters' association OF Massachusetts,
organized to get eligible young men
to call on lonely spinsters. Suppose
they fear EN-
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25
Exclamation.

Name said the idea of her mother
bringing home a new husband made
her tired" I suppose that is why she
would not go a step father. '-Balti-
more American
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

When Mr. Glass. a glazier, cuts his
'toot by treading on a bit of broken
bottle we must conclude that some
men learn very little from expert
ence.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Chicago police captured a thief by
the scent of the perfume he used
Hard to say whether that is a credit
to the deduction of the detectives or
a warning to petty thieves not TO en-
ploy perfume.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

! An aviator is getting ready to fly
across the Atlantic in "a hours. And
his preparations don't include making
arrangements with an undertaken,
either
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

school complain that there is only one
prune per pupil furnished in their sup
plies It's. enough if the pupils are
qualifying for boarding house cooks.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Harvard's football coach gets $40.
900 year. a college education some
times pays
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

> New York man killed himself
with a ticket to Newark in his pocket
Probably he preferred the lesser Of
the two evils
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

F. "A woman doctor says that women
wore corsets and hobbIe skirts 5000
years ago. And they haven't improv-
ed on 'em a bit.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

The man who broke the bank at
Monte Carlo has been sent to Jail for
fraudulent operations in Paris. He
should have stuck to Monte Carlo
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

A New Brunswick bear has been
trained to mind a baby. according to
an exchange. Speaking of the story,
It's bear.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

NeW York is crusading against
church bells. 1t is an awful thing to
be kept awake by them just as you
go to bed.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

:, A German scientist says the human
race is losing it's memory But that
doesn't apply to some politicians who
want to- forget and can't.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Sing and your ills will vanish"
says Nine. Calve Not if your neigh
Dor happens to be bigger than you
. are.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Germany has four-story hotel for
horses The horse probably has in
creased in value since it has been
adopted as food. according to cable
dispatches
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

A poultry expert in Pennsylvania
predicts dollar eggs. At this rate,
ranvasback duck will be cheaper eat
Ing than omeIets
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Paris is planning to tax: foreigners
who reside there more than three
months. Maybe Paris does not like
7ur exiles, either.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

A Cornell freshman has discovered
a way of living on IS cents a week.
College students have some queer
Gads>
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

a lawyer proposed to his ste
nographer in shorthand and was &C
cepted of hand
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Children
teething, sOfrens the gums. reduces infiamma-
ton, allays pain, cures wind collie sc bottle IN
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

speak because of having a tack in his
foot, whereas with a mani!
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

A New York physician has evolved
cure for red noses. Another blow
at the liquor traffic. no doubt
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Georgia wcman got a divorce from
her husband because he got drunk on
paregoric What a childish thing to
do
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

A Milwaukee firm claims to have
discovered way to make milk direct
from hay One can hardly imagine a
Milwaukee firm in the milk business.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

The dialects of the world number
1924. But this does not include those
used upon the stage
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

It is easier for love. to find the way
than it is to pay the way.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

1t is now discovered that the hob
BILE skirt was worn in Crete 5000
years ago. Which only goes to prove
that they are relics of barbarism
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

operation Another rampant danger
to dodge added to the automobile.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25
Killed Despite Handicap.

Napoleon's wars were fought with
fiintlocks; but he was a pretty sue
cessful killer, despite the handicap
Chicago News.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

A Chicago judge has decided that
motorcycle is: a. deadly weapon. espe-
ctally if the rider happens to be load
cd
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25
It's Status.

Il am compiling a Pedicure man
ual''
Il suppose you have plenty Of foot
notes"
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

a big steamship is being built II
New. Jersey to be launched by fifty
red-headed girls. Wonder if it's a
white ship
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

body is crazy; but his decision prob
ably will be reversed if it is appealed.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

It's favorite theory of married wom-
en- that every Widower's heart should
be in the grave
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

A German scientist says that the
human race is losing its memory. ANY
wife who gave her husband letter TO
mail will testify to that
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

South African natives are said to
be adopting European clothing. Per
ihaps the Paris styles made hit with
them.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Delaware has pig that hunts rab-
bits. Would be fine porker to grease
on the Fourth of July.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Advice is like a bitter pill-easy to
give but uneasy to take.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Women who marry for a home pay
big rent.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

ALFALFA ss- Timothy and Clover mixed
$3.50 Farms for sale and rent on crop nav
ments- J. MULHAI4L, Sioux City, Ia Adv
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

If there is a black sheep in your
family keep it dark.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

LEWIS Single Finder cigar gives you the
rich natural quality of good tobacco. Adv
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Anyway. explosive golf balls are In
Turing very few golf players these
days.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25
Their Cinch.

Gums have an easy job, haven't
they?''
How do you mean?"
They're employed only to be
fred
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

The mills of the gods are never shut
down on account of a strike.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

IN summer swat the flies In win
ter, watch your overheated hues!
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Anyway, the wise man is less of a
fool than the average
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25
which,

The Condition.
Can your wife keep a secTet?
Certainly, if there is nobody around
for her TO tell It to-
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1913-01-25

Got to the end of the dinner
with three forks and two spoons still
unused"
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
Etiquette of Street
Cars in Big City
BY c. w. NORTON. New You

not extended to members Of their matter grace pure and
simple and should be understood These ga Then
it is evident that they not properly appreciated
This writer works very the night his
living Some nights it would take pretty sorry looking specimen
seat If fortunate enough myself Usually when
seated street which look
if any whom think would be
seat than do myself IT, estimation person.
then and only then he she given my but
she be woman.
If all equal footing it would be fine
stand street doubt that would
rigid respect mothers
the things following
entirely circumstances
To illustrate am not supporting wife and children
able to provide for them all by working waking
and perspring and naughty little enographer limiting
should give her would do it? you it,
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
DISFICURED BY
SKIN ERUPTION
If That is Your Plight, Let
Resinol Clear It Awayi

Pimples, blackheads, rashes, ringworm
and, worst of all, that red, itching, scaly
torment, eczema, vanish when you use
Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap
There is no doubt about it. Even
though your skin is so unsightly with
eruption that you shun your friends and
your friends shun you, Resinol makes it.
clear and healthy, quickly, easily and at
trifing cost. When you are sick of vast
ing time and money on tedious, expensive
treatments, get Resinof Ointment and
Resinol Soap from the nearest druggist
and you viii quickly see why it has been
prescribed for eighteen years fer just such
troubles as yours
The Resinol treatment works so gently,
and is SO absolutely free from anything
that could injure even the tenderest skin,
that it is perfect for healing the skin
troubles of infants and children. You can
test Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap
at our expense. Write to Dept. ok, Resi-
mol, Baltimore, Md, and we win send you
a generous trial Resinol Ointment (5Oc and
81 and Resinol Soap (25c), by parcel post
on receipt of price.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

An excellent model for a one-piece
dress is here given. This dress closes
at the left side of the front, may be
made with standing or rolling collar,
and with four-piece skirt, in empire
or regulation waist line. The double
row of buttons afford pretty trimming
and the frock is chic and splendid
looking.
The pattern (612D is cut in sizes
"a to AZ inches bust measure. Medium
size will require 5 yards of SO inch
material or 3B yards of A inch
goods.
To procure this pattern send 10 cents
TO Pattern Department" of this paper
Write name and address plainly, and be
sure 10 give size and number of pattern.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

All boys need spring overcoat, and
here is an excellent pattern for max
ing one 1t is a single breasted mod
ell, and can be made in either Of two
lengths
The trousers pattern (1230) is cut
in sizes to years without fly and
to II years with a fly. Medium size
requires 5s yard of "a inch material.
The overcoat pattern (613S) is cut
in sizes to IL years. Medium size
requires y yards of "a inch mate
rial
To procure this pattern send 10 cents
to Pattern Department" OF this paper
Write name and address plainly, and be
sure to give size and number of pattern.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
Shabby ClothesCause
Of Many Divorce Suits
By MARIE c. TEMPLETON

marriage tie each instance Unquestonaby respect
disappeared before loves endangered The love will
stand unless supported by respect this be true follows that each
Of the who lost love first lost respect though have
seemed every except the husband that she entitled his
plete respect
What side of the does the husband that hidden from
the world? tell He the side that
appearances He the side that expecting
trying impression He the neggee SIDE
love that will survive women's negligee.
No matter how sweet her character and disposition what
command her husbands when she appears before him a
attire Helen soled kmono would have snced forever the
that praise Cleopatra bahrobe dshved would
have excited admiration might without
corsets but there few preseny who take that
chance
So the first assault love by the times just this
her husband being preferred company he company Husband
the that his wife dainty lovely
he had his obliged make
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
Blame for the Unclean
Song and Story
By Katherine A. Driscoll. Chicago

writer and publisher supply the demand As the public refuses
for vicious and with uncean suggestion
81 soon shall such works eff the market.
The publisher who brings forth book that find resting
public library within the confines
heart He nothing at all for the great harm he does With
him it writer
And We the readers, encourage them
We moral upi reading matter We men and
thought and clean
We as readers backs the filthy vile when
there is so much that is fine the market
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
Game Of Checkers
Not Child's Play
By P. J. EVERINGHAM

next to building blocks doll in shop window,
premium book catalogue the classified among hen
toys
In other checkers has become COMPOUNDED with
ments and has caused people think that eds game
and to treat it with contempt.
Of all things checkers chlds game Many contend that
should attempt learn the game until he fourteen as
requires great skill and is games are
Checkers believed be the predecessor chess and so the
intellectual equal if not the superior Of chess
There dozens of books checkers besides magazines
devoted exclusively to it. Every newspaper checkers
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
Better Put.

Gertrude-Do you see that man
over there? won pair of silk stock
ings from him on the game. Wasn't
that one on him, though?
Why. / should say it was two
OF you.-Chaparral
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

A Chicago magistrate makes auto
speeders take the pledge The idea Of
putting offenders on their honor is
new only in this particular respect,
but If temptation proves too strong
pledges and pedestrians will have to
take their chances.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
Mixed Literary knoWIedoe.

A surprising answer was ELECTED at
a recent examination at a board school
in London. who was David?" asked
the inspector. King of Israel and the
son of jesse" replied bright boy
Who was lesser" continued the in
spector. THE Flower of Dunblane,"
said the scholar, after slight pause.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

l wonder how our check
er enthusiasts those who
know little about the sci
entific side of the game and
who realize its sterling quail
ities-feel when they see
their favorite game placed
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
A Student

rs your boy good student?"
Yes" replied Mr. Curnrox ITO a
certain extent. The way he gets his
mother and me to put up with his
expense accounts shows that he's a
wonderful student of human nature"
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17
Faith.

Man is more than mere, intellect
He is soul, and faith is more neces-
sary to his life than brains.-Rev. E.
p. Berry, Congregationalist, Spring
Geld. Mass
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Wives should take note OF the fact
that if the operation of grating a
dogs brain onto a mans head proves
successful, they will have regular
Preside companions
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

The married cadet at West Point
will not be allowed to stay. This is in
line with the usual army policy of not
allowing divided command over its
members
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

A philosopher says: "WbistIers are
always good-natured Everybody
knows that It is the folks who have
to listen to the whistler that gets
ugly.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

A Denver legislator proposes to
compel surgeons to exhibit the al
legged diseased appendices they re-
move, and If there is nothing wrong
with any of them, send the experi,
menter to Jail. The doctors regard
this as hostile legislation, calculated
TO interfere with prosperity.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

A Brooklyn Judge ruled that a
broomstick is not deadly weapon.
An irate woman can WELD it just as
effectively as bludgeon. is the gen.
eral belief
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

This thing of mems get
ting up in a street ear to
give a woman'a seat, taking
their hats off to them and
talking to them bare head
ed and according them other
courtesies and little donors
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Bricks are now being sent by par
eel post, but this will not increase the
facilities of those people who are
fond of throwing them.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Some of the popular magazines will
have to be printed year or two ahead
in order suitably to advertise the ad-
vanced styles in automobiles.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Boston is using a new word, "fud.
gy, to express team work. We place
the wrong construction on it if we
said that the ball club showed great
'-fudgy."
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

The era Of superstition seems 10
be weakening when a steamship com
pany makes it's day for sailing on FRI
day. But it is not ayerred that even
the big company can make passen-
gers occupy staterooms numbered 10.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

The young woman who says she
prefers death to kiss can scarcely
qualify as an expert. since she adpits
that she has tried neither
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

A projectile has been invented in
Germany which will not only pierce a
war balloon but viii actually set it
ablaze, high test for results.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Harvard professor has discover
ed that a domestic pigeon leads an
intellectual life Then why can't 1t
talk pigeon English?
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Bow-legged men have just cause to
be peeved over the report that fash.
ion ordains men to wear garments Of
a clinging variety.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Even if the boast of the Chinese
that China is oyertaking the rest Of
the world is justified China need not
feel entitled to any sprinting medals
on that account.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

One Of the biggest questions con-
fronting the hotel men of the country
is running a hosiery to suit every
patron.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Why do the advertisements for
southern resorts depict people sitting
IL perambulators? Is something the
matter with their legs?
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

lntimation that a lion attempted to
eat up moving picture actor sug,
gests the need of laws for the protec.
ton of cinematograph heroes.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Even If cockroaches do not produce
camera German scientist says that
they do-why should anybody cult
vate them?
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Nothing recalls the mind of the
married man to the joys of single life
SO wildly as 10 find that the baby has
been eating crackers in bed
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Next year the Tooth anniversary of
the treaty of Client is to be celebrated
with five minutes of silence Glorious
and uniquel
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

China. 1t is now reported, is going
to have an aeroplane fleet for po-
lice use. This will put the force in
the air.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

History has never recorded an In
stance where the world has failed to
mourn the loss of brave men.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

A noted New York Physician advo-
Gates open air schools for all chill
dren. Not a bad idea by any means.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Who is to blame for the
erotic novel and the sugges-
tive song: No one in the
world is SO much to blame
as the reading public. We
create the demand for this
kind of reading and the
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

Seems as though nobody was TO be
safe. 1t is now proposed to take the
tariff off lemons.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

In an age of artificial ice is it not
wastefui TO keep on discovering
poles?
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

A good many women would rather
Join a suffrage hike than wash dishes.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

One of the new dances is called
the Jelly wabble.' Perhaps you learn
1t out of the cook book.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

How much prettier a woman looks
when photographed in the act of
skating than when committing golfl
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

ure, and that new one is not nearly favorable or
fattering the old When he thinks of her it is
quite possible that the kimonobathrobe- frowsysham
bling-slipper picture will be photographed in his
mind and he is not to be blamed if he tries to forget
her picture
No matter what her character may be, she has
earned loss of respect and the seriousness of that loss
only depends upon her husbands sensitiveness. If
he has eye for the beautiful and harmonious she
has panied him irreparably If he is not offended by
the sight Of negligent woman, particularly when that
woman is his wife, then he did not have great deal
Of respect for women to begin with
Women who think that home appearances do not
count walking in the direction of the divorce court
and it is not for to say that the man is always
to blame
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1913-04-17

While the American courts
are piling up an amazing
volume of divorce statistics,
how interesting it would be
if there were some records
to show the pressure which
broke the first strand Of the