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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1911
Page
6
The human voice travels roughly three miles when transmitted via a three foot speaking tube. This observation notes the limited range of early acoustic communication and the practical days of controlled sound travel.
John J. M Namara, leader of an ironworkers group, faces charges connected to a dynamite plot in Los Angeles. The case centers on alleged involvement with plans or actions posing threats in the city. Evidence and court proceedings are expected to unfold as authorities pursue the matter.
Miss Bronson of Oaklane hosts an English cousin during a casual gathering where a Philadelphia girl cites strict views on giving the cold shoulder. An amused Englishman quips about a properly garnished cold shoulder.
The Philadelphia Record argues that extending municipal voting rights to women in England over forty years led to better town government. It contends politics is a household issue and that Englishwomen being eligible for top municipal offices demonstrates successful gender participation. It urges similar action in America.
A compilation of witty adages urging prudence in marriage money and meal choices. It warns against wasting wealth on heirs and warns of double cooking meat and settling old fees. The tone reflects practical wisdom for living well without excess.
A Berlin cotton trader visiting Nordenburg filled in Aim of the Journey as The wide wide world. Fourteen days later he was charged with a public outrage and fined six marks with one day’s imprisonment as the alternative.
New Yorks board of education has spent years tackling dark classrooms. Since 1907 about 115 rooms were reported as dark with some closed or lit by enlarged windows. Women principals urge elimination of remaining dark rooms as committees review the matter.
An Oklahoma town newspaper urges creating a near town park by forming a park association and selling shares to lease timbered land for a community escape. It argues small towns lack resources for trips to resorts and mountains and notes benefits of a local one day weekly outing for workers.
Decrees order removal or destruction of unsightly advertising signs on railway rights of way and on buildings to restore landscape amenity. The campaign, driven by business leaders and citizens, spurs protests and resolutions against billboard abuse in many towns.
Spokane records show 639 water meters installed by property owners at their own expense from January to June, averaging about 110 per month. The construction department notes the rush stems from the belief that metered water is the most economical option for consumers.
The piece argues that treatment of streets sidewalks and roads is crucial and should not be left to chance. It critiques neglect in urban maintenance and calls for systematic planning and investment to ensure safe reliable infrastructure.
The article highlights Mary P. Markeson of Nebraska as the only Ohio woman teaching farming in schools and Grace E. Phelps of Philadelphia promoting open air classes for gymnastic exercises and sun baths. It notes success in engaging pupils, reducing other study neglect, and lowering local doctors' bills through healthful schooling methods.
Public School No. 147 in New York offers a pupil led mock city. Girls lead the police department, as suffrage has arrived in this campus municipal experiment. Boys and girls serve as department heads and city workers. The project covers water, streets, trees, parks, sanitation and city beautification.
Several cities have adopted the labeling of all trees on public property to help children and groups become familiar with different varieties that flourish in the locality.
Denver designs and builds all playground equipment at city shops. New steel play structures replace old wooden games as welders and roofers produce rails forgings rivets locally. The city saves taxpayers money by handling work previously done by private contractors.
The article argues that keeping purchases local strengthens farm values, schools, churches, and employment. It criticizes sending money to distant order houses for a small saving, noting widespread community harm from lost jobs and reduced services when business leaves town. Local patronage sustains the home market and economy.
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