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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1917
Page
3
Data describes the Iowa share of the 687000 First Army members and the 12500 numbers drawn in Washington. It notes that only numbers under 4500 affect Iowa and lists numerous drawn numbers by hundreds and groups, illustrating the scale of the examination pool and exemptions.
At the University of Iowa the women’s weekly shooting average surpassed the men’s, surprising the officers in charge. Several women are hitting around ninety five at 400 yards, a score praised even by army riflemen. Most participants are summer session students who plan to continue into the second term from July 30 through August.
A Civil War term for mercenaries who enlisted for bounties then deserted and reenlisted for more. The practice dated to the Revolutionary War, with Washington issuing harsh orders. It notes that during the Civil War such jumpers faced execution or even being shot without mercy.
A study on wall colors shows white walls reflect the most light, returning 66 percent of incident light. The next most reflective colors are cream, rose, yellow, blue, and green, in that order.
The London Observer notes a rare Richter quip from a Tristan rehearsal. He quips that performers are “not passionate enough” and jokes that they "play too much take married men" as he brushes aside imperfect English in stories about great conductors.
A Washington scientist from a U S bureau dismisses the notion that inanimate objects feel pain. He notes that a plane seems to groan as a performer strikes it, illustrating his point with a wry comparison about perceived sensations.
The article explains the dandelion name origin, noting it derives from the French name denis de lion and from the leaf serrations resembling the teeth of the king of beasts, illustrating fanciful flower name births.
A Columbus Journal excerpt reflects on aging women who compare their lives to friends' husbands and find relief in their own unmarried status. The tone critiques social expectations and the diminished prospects for elderly women in a constrained society.
The article recommends a green shade to shield eyes from glare for workers with weak eyesight. Clerical workers and needle workers should use this protection to relax facial muscles and reduce strain during work.
Grandmother teaches Dorothy the alphabet when they reach the letter Y. Dorothy asks what resembles “a little man holding his arms up,” prompting a playful moment as they explore shapes in letters.
The piece suggests moderation over excess in behavior. It contrasts abstinence and intemperance and hints at a cautious, hopeful stance toward personal discipline.
A brief item notes the Deserat News keeps to a warning about keeping promises and correcting bad words, emphasizing accountability and community standards.
A Toledo Blade line quoted states some men talk while others vociferate, highlighting a divide in discourse without additional context or details.
The New York World reports a city census shows many men living under false or former identities. Convicts, former citizens, and men with hidden histories seek permission to register under both proper and assumed names. Wives have written to locate deserted husbands amid citizenship disputes and familial concerns.
Easy method to clear pimples and blackheads using Cuticura Ointment and Soap. Apply ointment to affected areas then wash off in five minutes with hot water. Repeat morning and night. Free sample by mail with Book and Address postcard to Cuticura Dept L Boston. Sold everywhere.
A cabinet member sought a government motorcar for national business. A smart chauffeur drove the vehicle, but the lord complained of a reckless woman driver. The officer quipped that they may have sent Skidding Jane by mistake.
A suburbanite asks to hear a famed violinist tonight while an old man dismisses the idea noting his boy also plays violin. The exchange ends with the line that fiddling is all the same to him.
A quirky remark reports Jones saying he purchased a horse of spirit yesterday and bet it was a pony of brandy, reflecting humorous slang of the time. The line captures a playful exchange typical of period humor and local wit.
The Louieville Courier Journal notes humorous mayhem around meals in the boarding house with quips about squeats and the diners. A casual local tone highlights everyday life and quirky exchanges among residents.
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