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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1911
Page
6
The Star gem of Ceylon, known as the asteria or star gem, is valued as an amulet believed to grant health and good fortune to wearers born in April. Found mainly in Deyion soil near rubies and sapphires, the six ray star forms from corundum with rays produced by silk pressure, appearing in colors from pale blue to deep purple.
The article surveys nautical idioms used metaphorically in everyday language. It highlights examples like spliced couples, mainstay providers, intruders putting an oar in, winds taken out of sails, and rulers steering the ship of state, noting ancient roots from Horace and Plutarch.
An anecdote from Horace Greeley’s Autobiography recalls a young British officer in scarlet who captivated the crowd at Rev. Matthew Clark’s sermon. He stood through the prayer and sermon, drawing smiles until the minister complimented his attire and bade him sit, causing the officer to collapse as if shot.
Gustav Mahler, during a Munich intermission for a new symphony, lost his way amid plasterers at work. A guard blocked his path saying painters were not ready. He, claiming Mahler as German for painter, urged him to run on, and the composer finally found the hall.
The text outlines two Arabia camels: the dromedar and the freight camel. Dheini drome daries ride easily and run fast, carrying about 300 pounds and traveling six miles daily, priced 100 to 150 Maria Theresa dollars. A freight camel carries about 900 pounds at two and a half miles per hour, costing 300 Maria Theresa dollars or more.
A quirky exchange reveals Mrs. Wanterknower challenging Mr. W. with questions. He retorts that her curiosity is unusually active and relentless, provoking a sharp rejection of idle inquiry.
The latest rendering of Buszns lines appears in a London evening paper with a line echoing Oh wad some power the giftie gie us to see some folk before they see us. The piece notes a humorous cultural misreference and offers a reflective riff on sight and perception.
A partial court house record lists numerous conveyances and satisfactions of mortgages. Entries include transfers like W E Caton to Mary Caton and Chas Mouncer to the public, plus certificates of ownership and mortgage satisfactions affecting blocks and lots in Montesano and nearby additions.
West & Slade Grocery Company calls a stockholders meeting for April 26 1911 at 7 30 P M in Aberdeen Washington Chehalis County to increase capital stock from 100000 to 250000 dollars. Trustees A Rupert W W Walk C T Scurry W B Mack C H Bartlett attach names. First publication February 27 1911 last publication April 17 1911.
Advertises stock in the U S steamer Sagi naw for sale or trade and invites city or country real estate offers. Encourages sending nominations for Herald prizes and promotes boosting Aberdeen via subscription payments and votes.
A furniture expert at a large department store explains washing to restore wood and mahogany. Use tepid rain water and pure soap with cheesecloth to wash then dry and wax with a separate cloth. Avoid excess polish as it attracts dirt and dulls the finish. Indianapolis News.
Sir Henry Thompson warns that many tea drinkers risk burns and stomach issues from very hot tea and hands dipped in hot cups. He notes optimal tea should cool before drinking and advises a one and a half hour gap before breakfast, praising morning tea for mental clarity and appetite.
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