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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1916
Page
6
An article on the microscope’s origin and impact, detailing ancient and modern developments, the discovery of bacteria, and the ongoing battle between microbes and humanity. It discusses the role of microbiology in understanding typhoid, tuberculosis, and other diseases, and the race to find cures and immunity through scientific work.
A collection of brisk vignettes and jokes about warden comforts, a missionary dream of shedding light in dark places, a fearfully frightened capitalist, a curious stenographer, and a patient man desiring a private physician to duel in golf. The humor hinges on cant, irony, and social pretensions with brisk exchanges and punchlines.
A historical note describes Japan's limited familiarity with glass and mirrors. It explains early rail passengers mistook window frames for emptiness, cites posters by railway firms, and contrasts popular mirrors with West standards. It notes few households own mirrors, inferior polishing, and rarity of cut glass and drinking cups.
Dr. James J. Trogan of San Francisco unveils a gelatine based fluid mixed with sodium chloride and distilled water to substitute real blood in transfusions. The Hogan solution solidifies in glass tubes and dissolves as new blood forms, with hundreds of tests reported as not furious effect. He demonstrated the method in Germany and England and trained military surgeons there.
The article explains Annie Laurie was a real girl from Dumfries near Maxwelton born about 1682 and buried in Dunscore churchyard. It notes a Mr Douglas wrote a song about her that inspired the famous lyric later reworked by Lady Jean Scott. Carlyle also referenced the nearby churchyard in letters.
The article notes a shift in business calls toward reform, with firms omitting casual greetings. Instead operators announce the bureau or office receiving the call, followed by the caller's name, reflecting a formal, streamlined practice.
A French investigator explored the fate of common pins. Through self experiments pins and hair pins gradually vanished into dust, turning into ferrous oxide and brown dust blown away by wind. Tight pins and polished steel needles lasted longer, brass pins showing little endurance over the long term.
Instructions advise washing white silk gloves in cold water with castile soap and a little bluing added to the rinse water, then drying in the shade.
Poultry pointers urge separate housing for turkeys and chickens to prevent disease spread and head lice on chicks. Geese are hardy and require less outlay, with grain scraps and milk aiding turkey feeding. Avoid crowding by small flocks, provide roomy coops, and keep food clean to prevent digestive troubles.
The St. Louis Post Dispatch quotes a reformist figure railing against town growth and public improvements. He advocates installing laws to enforce his views, opposing fun and public joy, and claims he would mobilize others to push reforms that dampen happiness.
A nineteenth century discussion notes that trees maintain about 45 degrees Fahrenheit and cool surrounding air much like ice cools water. Municipal experts argue planting trees in tenement districts could lower heat related illness and child mortality during June to September.
Granville Fortescue praises French army cuisine, noting its superior stews and appetizing meals as evidence of native culinary skill before service. He contrasts French cooks with American soldiers’ rations, attributing excellence to talent rather than supply.
An era of widespread flight in Europe teams with aviators among everyday life as mouths speak of becoming aviators like policemen. Over 50,000 pilots and observers fly daily, a number climbing toward 100,000 before the war ends, a rapid rise since Curtiss first Hudson river flight six years ago.
An English post office clerk proposes parcel post as a quick route for a hurried man seeking a unfamiliar London location. A messenger boy then escorts him, handing a printed slip reading Article required to be delivered with parcel details.
The Tamalpais line in California is described as the crookedest railroad on eight miles of track. The longest straight tangent is 413 feet, with an Instapee looping five times and tying two knots to reach a height of about 00 feet. The line ends roughly half a mile above its starting point, and no grade is notably steep.
A bowl method describes making horseradish sauce by mixing a teaspoonful of mua tard and vinegar with half a teaspoon of salt and a pinch of pepper. Add the yolks of two eggs and beat, then whisk in olive oil until thick. Finish with a tablespoonful of grated horseradish.
A reflective poem lyrics about clouds that hide dreamlike splendor, promising that night and gloom will pass. It urges faith and trust, sharing hope through love and cheerful travel, ending with a signature line attributed to Bulger Meldnsey in Baltimore.
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