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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1911
Page
7
Catharine Parr, sixth wife of Henry VIII, relied on intellect over charm to manage the king. She subtly won Henry’s favor, turning him against trusted officials, foiling an arrest for heresy, and driving officers away with curses and threats.
A Cumberland yeoman, long journeying to hear Wordsworth as poet laureate, left indignantly upon discovering the speaker. He exclaimed that the high title belonged to Wadsworth Rydal, a Dorset spelling twist revealing the humor in a rural encounter from years past.
A Chicago News column quotes a witty remark about a woman who names her three husbands as paragon paradigm and paradox. The gag highlights contrasting personalities and uses the three P’s to summarize the trio.
An adage suggests value in checking advertisements for potential finds. The line implies search and discovery benefits tied to published notices and promotions.
Harold D. Garrett of Vancouver cites Sitka Indiana as the most warlike tribe in the nation’s past, likening Sioux and Apaches to peaceful cows beside them. He notes their fighting stock, belief in many gods, totem poles with inscriptions, and blunt view of life. Hequimaux are described as peaceful by contrast.
In Defiance Ohio area and near Fort Wayne Indiana there are unusually bent trees believed to be man shaped marks from early times. Old timers say the saplings were bent by Indians to mark paths in vast Maumee Valley woods. The trees grew slowly due to deformity and never matched the larger forest specimens.
A discussion about modern Shakespeare performance suggests actors should complete one show and then move on to the next city. The exchange references the Soubrette and the Comedian noting rapid touring as the way to adapt to contemporary theater.
The feature praises healthful living as the root of good digestion and radiant appearance. It claims correct living and good digestion yield bright eyes and a lovely complexion, and promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for faulty digestion available from all dealers.
Telephone No. 72 and get Watson to do your hauling. Plenty of teams wagons drays and men. Everything in this line handled with dispatch and twR-tt.
Mrs Mary Kingdon mother of Mrs George Gould who died in Paris will be reflected at the Coronation by her absence. Born in England she came to this country young and aided her daughter Edith Kingdon who joined a Boston stock company in the early 1880s. Edith later married George Gould after meeting him while touring.
An old notice states internal medicine is useless for muscular or chronic rheumatism and promotes free application of Chamberlain's Liniment. Sold by all dealers.
A satirical column critiques moralizing literary types and social pretenses. It notes fear of getting caught behind perceived conscience, calls for a 50 year old income to nap midday, and jokes about couples and tobacco habits. The piece ends with a quip about a man chasing his sweetheart’s handkerchief and expectations after marriage.
The Circle argues against rocky and clay soils for homes. Gravel offers drainage and stability, while made land and sand retain water and raise costs. Elevations with small gravel rises resist groundwater and allow dry cellars.
Orison Swett Marden argues that courteous service and favorable atmosphere drive profits and repeat business. He contrasts two department stores and urges employers to value character and manners in hiring, noting that respectful treatment benefits both customers and sellers.
A dramatic exchange centers on gratitude toward a doctor who saved a life. The patient acknowledges the doctor’s help, while the other party reminds the doctor of payment for fourteen visits. The dialogue hints at a tense owed-debt dynamic.
Jecoh le Thomason of San Bernardino California filed on a placer claim after a sudden flood near Mount San Bernardino exposed rich pockets. While prospecting Mexican placers near Hesperia a storm dumped heavy rain, forming torrents that washed gold into pockets Thomason reportedly panned in hours totaling nearly ten thousand dollars.
Chief Winnemucca taught the Pt utes lessons of peace kindness truthfulness and respect for elders women and families. He and his people had no books writing or household furniture yet valued caring for the helpless and mutual aid.
The Mason and Dixon line was surveyed by English mathematicians Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon from November 1763 to December 1767, except for about twenty two miles. The phrase gained popularity during the 1820 Missouri slavery debate as Congressman John Randolph highlighted it in the national press.
A Chicago alderman proposes a municipal Pasteur Institute to treat dog bites and animal rabies at cost or city expense, offering care for victims through a public charity. The plan would fund prevention and treatment for bite victims in the city.
The note explains that rapid milking offers an advantage if performed without harming the cow and ensures the udder is milked clean.
The ad notes the widespread reliable use of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. It claims universal favor and dependable results, with sales available through all dealers.
A pair of traders discuss the market's lack of support and their inability to gain earnings. The exchange highlights ongoing weak conditions and unsettled market confidence as STAR WANT ADS PROMISES results.
The article argues that large flocks face higher costs to prepare table scraps, including building and utensils, making labor the main expense. A hen in a large flock yields less profit than in a small flock unless the farmer has time or family help to prepare scraps efficiently.
Advice on storing apples in a cold cellar with adjustable windows to maintain near freezing temperatures. Keep air flow at night, seal by day, and avoid watering moisture by properly headed barrels to prevent moisture loss and extend storage life.
A new surprise corner replaces the fishing pond and Klondike Dig at the church bazaar. An old lady figure, in a hoop skirt and bonnet, carries a barrel dress with hidden pockets. Each pocket holds a small coin prize and a number is pinned outside to guide children selecting a pocket.
Schedules show No 81 Anniston to Calera No 84 Anniston to Birmingham No 86 Calera to Birmingham Arrive and depart times and No 85 Birmingham to Calera with midday timings No 88 Birmingham to Aniston listed for the service. Route details include Calera Birmingham and Anniston with arrival and departure windows.
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