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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1911
Page
5
Aberdeen filed its water tariff with the state public utilities commission under the new law, making it one of the first cities to comply. The rate was filed last June and only about a quarter of cities have done so. The commission says its work is handicapped by noncompliance.
James McNamara a bricklayer has moved to 720 West Heron Street and can be reached at phone 1694. All orders for brick stone and cement masonry promptly attended to.
City subscribers who do not receive the Herald by 6 p m on Mondays and Thursdays should notify the City Messenger Co at 5931 and a paper will be sent to their address immediately.
English aviator Laude Grahame-White outlines aircraft principles in an Independent article. He describes wing curves lifting planes, front elevating surfaces, rudder action, and ailerons with clear, nontechnical explanations.
The text explains fixed rear edge ailerons on the main planes that balance sideward tilt. It describes the pilot’s seat, engine controls, and the lever that tilts the elevating plane to lift the aeroplane, with the rudder used for turns and volplane descents when engines fail. It notes that learning to fly is easier in favorable weather but demands enduring skill in gusty winds and emergency descents.
Jesse Buffum aged twenty five and his twenty three year old brother Warren trek from Boston to California to compare meat and vegetable diets for endurance. The elder eats meat while the younger eats vegetables. They share duties pushing a wheelbarrow with their baggage and sleep on hotel roofs. Dr Dudley A Sargent of Harvard directs the study and all expenses are covered by the university.
Mrs. Sara Plummer, 102 years old, oldest Seneca, died at her home in Jimmerstown New York. Born at Irving Cattaraugus Reservation she lived mainly on Allegany Reservation. She recalled War of 1812 memories at ages nine or ten and retained sharp sight reading braille without glosses until death.
A concise review notes that overwashing and frequent use of strong tonics damage hair. It recommends limiting shampooing to once a week to once a month, using castile soap and warm water, avoiding tight hats, and protecting hair from excessive sun and wind. Women are advised to avoid hot curling irons and to trim split ends. Continuous haircuts are debated.
The article explains care for dry batteries once common in early motoring. It notes most cars now use magnetos and dry cells mainly for starting. Proper maintenance requires series connections with clean bright contacts, secure insulated wiring, and vibration-free placement to avoid loose terminals and shorts.
Cleaning the interior of shoes is possible and appealing to neat women. Use an old or new toothbrush, wet slightly, soap to form light suds, and rub the inside without soaking. Let suds sit briefly, rinse with the brush, then air dry on ventilated shoe trees for a fresh result.
Simple method for silver care uses an aluminium dish with hot soapy water. Boil items briefly then wipe with a soft cloth to remove discoloration and brighten intricate decoration.
Use cold water with one heaping teaspoon of coffee per cup and one for the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer fifteen minutes with the lid closed. To settle, pour in a little cold water.
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