Seek Funds for Church Labors in Asiatic Division Plan
Seventh day Adventist members hear of a move to unite Far East lands into an Asiatic Division Conference. The petition asks North American constituency to boost mission funds to 800000 or 900000 annually and to support new worship places training schools and printing facilities. Signed by A G Daniels R C Porter J E Fulton and H R Salisbury, it was sent to the General Conference in Washington D C.
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North America
Europe
General Conference
Washington, D. C
Shanghai
China
Japan
Korea
Manchuria
Mongolia
India
Philippines
Malay Peninsula
Siam
Australasia
East Indies
Orient
Elder A. G. Daniels
Far East
R. C. Porter
J. E. Fulton
Australasian Union Conference
H. R. Salisbury
India Union Mission
Schwab Arsenal at Bethlehem Sees Tight Security
The Bethlehem works under M. Schwab operates a vast plant with guards and barbed wire fences. About 15,000 men are involved as production accelerates toward wartime needs, with shipments to the West and France under contract while inspectors, officers, and detectives oversee operations.
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Guidan M. Schwab
Bethlehem Works
E. H. N. Lively
E. H
Lively
Schwab
Baltimore
Ver
Ruselstantly
France
Teal
Dred
Paint Films and Water Exclusion Properties
A study finds linseed oil films are porous, allowing water to penetrate and corrode iron, while varnish and ground pigments reduce porosity. Some pigments give films a water shedding property, causing rapid evaporation and little water retention.
Forcing Oil Into a Bearing and a Steam Trap
A method to force oil into heated bearings by sealing the oil hole with the thumb to trap air, then allowing oil to be drawn in as air escapes. If ineffective, mercury can be placed briefly in the hole. Also describes an inexpensive eight inch pipe steam trap with a float and lever mechanism.
Clock Repairing and Steam Trap Valve Mechanics
The article explains a steam trap valve with a float mechanism that opens under sufficient water level and closes as water rises. It also notes clock overhaul costs and suggests bending escapement wheel teeth to extend a clock's life. The piece blends technical notes with practical home maintenance tips.
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Jreweler
Electric Pneumatic Brakes to Supersede Air Brakes on Railcars
Scientific American reports electric pneumatic brakes will replace air brakes on Pennsylvania passenger trains due to weight and shock from all steel cars. Braking acts instantly on all cars and stops the train fully within two seconds after brake application. Also described is a dripless skylight glass with channelled under surface to conduct condensation to a gutter, preventing dripping on roofs as low as ten degrees.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Saya
Scientific American
Valve Grinding Sludge Description for Grinding Work
A valve grinding compound described as the sludge that accumulates at the bottom of a grindstone trough. It is less sharp than emery and suitable for valves requiring light cutting and finishing work.
Stepladder Brace Reinvented With Buggy Top Joint
An article notes stepladder braces often loosen risking a fall. A worker improvised a sturdier brace by using a buggy top joint, creating a rigid, locked position for safer ascent and work.
Locating Water Level in Gauge Glass on the Move
A Popular Mechanics correspondent explains the difficulty of reading locomotive water level while traveling. To aid visibility a light silver bead is inserted in the gauze glass so it stays at the water level and is easily seen.
Hardening a Scratch Awl Method
A method for hardening a scriber point uses heat from an alcohol lamp with the tip out of the flame. The heated point is quenched in water after passing through soap held over winter. The temper is then drawn to a dark straw color as described by Blacksmith and Wheelwright.
Touring Adjuncts and Spare Valve Accessories
Among touring necessaries is a supply of three valves and caps. A slight leak in a valve causes delays like a blowout. A good valve is hard to obtain on the road, so carrying these accessories avoids nuisance. A valve tap and die should also be added.
Careful Car Washing Admonition Warms In On Finish
A notice warns against using hot water to wash a car arguing it damages the finish of a well finished body. Lukewarm water is deemed safe while a single hot water and soap wash can dull luster.
Navy Adopts Gyroscopic Compasses Across Fleet
The United States Navy reports that gyroscopic compasses are now in use on twenty battleships one armored cruiser and fifteen submarines enhancing navigation across the fleet and improving situational awareness at sea.
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Navy
United States Navy
Notable Figures’ Travels and Legal Views Across Borders
Sir Robert L. Borden sails to discuss safeguarding British interests with Canadian governance. he seeks closer government cooperation on key issues. The piece also covers the New York cloak industry dispute, garment workers’ unions, and outlines types of lawyers in Scotland and England.
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Robert L. Borden
Canada
England
Dominion
Robert
Sir Robert
Wilfrid Laurier
United States
Conservative
Borden
Nova Scotia
House of Commons
Cloak
New York City
Amalgamated Clothing Workers of America
New York
Benjamin Schlessinger
International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union
Schlessinger
Needle Workers
For Sale 43 Acres River Bottom Near Malone
Real estate listing offers 43 acres river bottom with 21 acres cultivated located one mile west of Malone. Asking price is 3600 dollars. Contact H. M. Dunlap in Elma, Washington.
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Malone
H. M. Dunlap
Elma
Wash
Death Notices From Hoquiam And Milwaukee
Mrs. Helen Strothman sister of Chris Knoell of Hoquiam died August 9 at her Milwaukee home. Surviving include brother Knoell two sons Oliver a California forestry official and Sylvester Milwaukee daughter Miss Alda Strothman formerly a Hoquiam teacher. Mrs. Nancy Johnston died August 6 at her Hoquiam home aged 71 with long Hoquiam residence. funeral held Sunday. Surviving include Archie Richards Hoquiam a sister in Wishkah valley sisters in Saginaw and Pittsburg two daughters Mrs Jessie Stickles and Mrs Evans of Victoria British Columbia and a son William Johnston.
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Helen Strothman
Chris Knoell
Hoquiam
Milwaukee
Mr. Knoell
Oliver
California
Sylvester
Alda Strothman
Nancy Johnston
Pacific ‘Avenue
Archie Richards
Wishkah Valley
Saginaw
Mich
Pittsburg
Jessie Stickles
Evans
Victoria
B. C
William Johnston
Westport Cottages Take Furnished Reservations
New furnished reservations reported for Westport Cottages. A. C. Maginnis lists Box 496 Westport Washington as contact.
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Westport
A. C. Maginnis
Wash
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American Press Association
Daniels
Thomas Alva Edison
Mr. Edison
eIn
Popular Mechanics
Directory
Aberdeen
Dan Pearsall
U. & Court
Wishkah Block
J.T. Ennis
Heron St
Sheet Metal Works
J. Richards
Prop
South G St
Aberdeen Window & House Cleaning Co
O. P. McMullen
West Heron Street
Jones & Jones, Inc
Corner Market
H Streets
Fissel & Pinnick Undertakers
Wishkah Street
Whiteside. Undertaking Company
Tegal
Scotland
Tweed
London Globe
Benjamin Schleasinger
R. R. No
Aberdeen Printing Company
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