reading notice

American  

noun

1. a short advertisement placed at the bottom of a column, as on the front page of a newspaper, and often set in the same print as other matter.

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Etymology

Origin of reading notice

An Americanism dating back to 1905–10

Example Sentences

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reading notice

When you are reading, notice such facts and remember such narratives as you can turn to good account in this way.

From The Teacher by Abbott, Jacob

"And now, what about a little reading notice for McQuiggan's proposition?"

From The Clarion by Stevens, William Dodge

In reading, notice how much imagery of objects, persons, scenes, sounds, etc., occurs spontaneously.

From Psychology A Study Of Mental Life by Woodworth, Robert S.

It is proper, however, to insert a reading notice in the newspapers announcing the selection of the Demonstration Home and giving the name of the owner or builder.

From Better Homes in America Plan Book for Demonstration Week October 9 to 14, 1922 by Meloney, Mrs W.B.

"Where's that reading notice about the electric light company?" he demanded.

From Hempfield A Novel by Grayson, David