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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1910
Page
5
A Punta Gorda Herald note describes a ship at anchor when a dolphin chased a flying fish toward the vessel. The fish leaped, the dolphin surfaced on the other side, and a final catch occurred as the fish descended toward the water.
A German doctor advocates elevating the feet about eight inches with a pillow under the head being insufficient. He claims better circulation and brain and nerves benefit from foot elevation, urging readers to raise the feet rather than the head for health. The item shifts to a humorous column with quips and ads, including brief dialogues and light anecdotes.
A historical text describes how venom toxins resemble bacterial toxins, their heat and digestive sensitivity, and how immunity can be induced by small repeated venom doses. It notes that immunized animals produce antitoxins in blood serum and that some animals resist venom, debunking myths of death by self venom.
The Aeronautics Society of Great Britain planned an 1868 exhibition with prizes to spur practical flying machine development. Stringfellow expanded Wenham's design by adding a triple plane setup and developed a light steam engine, marking early advances in aeronautical tech.
A fragment notes an apparatus modeled for experiments with a wire lifting itself, prize received from the Aeronautical Society, and Stringfellow’s decline due to ill health. Also retells Norman Al-Douar’s tale of architect Sennemar, jealousy, and a palace, plus short quips about stagecoaches and misread safes, ending with a remark on a padded coat.
Sir Lauder Brunton argues fatigue stems from physical conditions and the chronically tired are not necessarily lazy. He cites cases where exertion is distasteful due to bodily effects, including brain anaemia from prolonged muscular work, and notes worry and sorrow as fatigue causes.
Peter Morton known as Old Pete, a colored man from antebellum days, died at his Geneva home. He recalled being captured by a Kentucky gambler before the Civil War and later bought his freedom with notes to a Mayaville bank. After the war he kept paying the debt for twenty years, despite doubts about its legality, until it was finally settled.
A Chicago Record snippet recalls a comical exchange as a young woman asks a colonel about the hardest moment of his life. He recounts seeking his future father in law’s permission to wed, noting the man’s seriousness and the need to explain the situation at length.
Franziskm Speyer widow of George Speyer and partner in Speyer & Co bequeaths eight to ten million dollars to charities. Gifts include one million for the Frankfort Academy of Social and Commercial Science and another million for cancer and lupus research. Other bequests fund actors, musicians, journalists, artists and a pension for bank employees in New York London and Frankfurt.
An elderly customer, amid a library fire loss, asks the bookseller for Watson's Apology. The clerk quips that no apology has been issued yet, remarking on what was said about Asquith.
Fragmentary text describes strong winds and sand storms affecting eyelids and a stray conversation among boys about catching things. It references Brox Battle N Y and a pond that lacked water until last night rain, from Leslie's Weekly style.
A quip from the Washington Star presents Mr. Chuggins trusting no chauffeur. He explains if trouble arises, he will push the car to the roadside and telephone the repair shop, illustrating resourceful, do-it-yourself car care.
A witty remark from a Bon Vie vant scene where one character recalls a former suitor. The reply confirms she did marry that earlier admirer, framing a playful exchange about engagements prior to their union.
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