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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1914
Page
6
A Victorian era article argues iron ore supplies will exhaust soon and glass may replace iron and steel. It notes abundant glass ingredients, potential cheaper production, and a durable strong glass could meet many iron uses. Glass could improve sanitary conditions and shape future buildings.
An Exchange scientist envisions a building where walls ceilings floors and most elements are constructed of glass. The plan emphasizes transparency and light throughout the structure, aiming for a futuristic aesthetic and potential energy efficiency.
The piece describes Jean Henri a famed tambour major for Napoleon as the most remarkable drummer. It notes his feat of playing fifteen differently toned drums simultaneously in a soft harmonious manner creating a cohesive musical instrument effect. His rapid transitions between drums amazed spectators.
Charming evening frocks use net and dull rose or dull blue fabrics. Gray and white craquele mesh lace pairs with bright taffeta for gown accents. White net frocks suit hot weather events. Heavier textured satins are making their entry for evening wear.
Federal and state authorities join to combat hog cholera under a new congressionally funded program. The U S Department of Agriculture will spend about twenty thousand dollars per experimental area to apply anti cholera serum and quarantine measures. The Chester White hog is described as a large, prolific breed favored in the corn belt for home butchering and easily cleaned meat.
Thirteen counties are chosen for the current hog cholera campaign with twelve having begun work. Appropriations fund surveys, serum usage on infected farms, sanitation, quarantine, farmer cooperation, serum production, and inspection of private and other serum sources. The act allows at least 50 000 for this effort with licensing, testing, and enforcement to prevent dangerous or spurious serums.
A long quote from a traveler who spent years in the Philippines describes the archipelago’s many islands and coastline, mild humidity, and pleasant average temperatures from 70 to 80 degrees. He notes records since 1805 with a high of 103, and observes relatively low intoxication among Filipinos while native brews exist.
Alfred the Great of England born in Wantage Berkshire in 849 led campaigns against the Danes in eastern England after thirty years of rule he died in 901 A D his reign famed for both military success and advancement of learning
A London Punch spoof scene depicts Mistress-Why Mary debating a stroll on a sunny day. Mary teases she’d rather stay indoors while noting most couples are out, and she dislikes being conspicuous.
Belfast dispatch to the New York Post warns the calm in Ireland is a prelude to a deadly home rule crisis. Unionists plan a provisional government and may seize control with 110000 armed troops. British troops in province could spark revolt. Irish volunteers swell toward 150000, though mostly unarmed, heightening tension as control of the army remains disputed.
Aboard the New York during a fog bound collision with the Pretoria the crew faced a near disaster with calm, courage and prayer. Reverend Francis E. Clark recalls how passengers stayed composed and many hearts grew tender as gratitude and reverence moved the ship’s company during the ordeal and at a thanksgiving service.
Instructions for turning a brood mare to pasture with half ration hay and oats eight pounds daily, plus corn fodder as grass dries. Feed the foal oats rolled then wheat bran, with a separate feed box away from the mare. Begin joint feeding at six months and continue to twelve months for growth.
The Louisville Courier Journal notes a humorous exchange about painting a self portrait. The speaker defends the effort, while others tease that self image may stem from vanity rather than accuracy.
The quotation recalls a boy’s remembered whipping and questions where such memories belong. It frames memory as a lasting marker of harm and hints at public or editorial stance on exposing painful childhood events.
National Magazine describes New Mexico cliff villages in the Gila canyon with pumice like tufa walls honeycombed by ancient excavations. Dwarf dwellings hold mummies preserved by rock dust clad in woven clothes and feathers. a 23 inch adult man suggests extreme miniature habitation. Ancient ruins likened to Yucatan dwarf temples, dated 6000 years ago by leading authorities.
Willie spots a big black bag on the ceiling and calls to his father. The professor ignores the distraction, continuing his essay as the curious moment unfolds.
A brief poetic note about youth, pride, and ambition captures a moment of hopeful rise and humbling fall without concrete events or named people.
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