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Newspaper
Basin Republican
Location
Basin, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1922
Page
8
Local shoppers flock to the Golden Rule as sale items like heavy sheep lined coats and Munsingwear hosiery draw crowds. Burlington resident J J Kelley returns from Omaha with cattle. Basin and area residents, including Mrs. W E St Claire and Dr. Green, conduct local business and church meetings.
The American Red Cross describes $1,441,486 in disaster relief for the year ending June 30, 1922, covering 72 disasters with thousands homeless or injured. It cites floods, tornadoes, fires, and the Knickerbocker Theatre collapse among major events, plus overseas aid in Manila and Tonle, and requests new membership during the Armistice Day to Thanksgiving appeal.
A New York Sun reflection traces Washington Square from the gallows used for Rose Butler to the lively crossroads it is today. It notes how time, traffic, and bohemian culture reshape place and spirit, turning pauper burial grounds into a popular dance and art hub.
A Brooklyn Botanic Garden report notes Dr. Perley Spaulding collecting currant cuttings for disease research and a night and day study of unhealthy currant bushes. The piece also describes an ebony elephant shaped electric lamp as a desk ornament believed to bring good luck to owners.
The American Red Cross will begin its 1928 membership roll call on Armistice Day November 11 and conclude on Thanksgiving Day November 20. The plan involves a universal re-enlistment of war time workers to support a peace program, with 8 800 active chapters worldwide and a deep sea outreach to members abroad.
In Sweden during 1020, one hundred two hundred hydroelectric stations were advancing 1,200,000 horsepower. The equipment piece added likely raises the overall capacity toward that total.
The article notes asymmetry in human bodies with differences between left and right halves. It cites facial disproportions, eye sockets, ear sizes, and shoulder heights, mentioning Venus of Milo as an example and stating heavier bones often on the right side.
Health notes moderate water intake between meals as beneficial for health. It suggests those seeking mineral springs might do well to drink more water at home and less whisky. Water aids bodily cleansing and circulatory processes, and internal hygiene is as important as external cleanliness.
The text explores various fruits called apples in myths and history. It links the mythic Golden Apple to Venus, Juno, and Minerva, noting the word apple as a sign for round fruit and suggesting the corrupted names and misread symbols from classical tales.
A historical note describes pitchmen who sold small items on streets beginning in 1869 in New York. A newsboy named Stovers turned rusty knives into a quarter profit, then partnered with Dutchy Lehman to sell pencils. Their profits grew to thousands, leading Lehman to Chicago and to help found a large department store.
A bidding or sales pitch from Big Horn Mercantile Co promotes a chance to win a silver toilet set. The fragment suggests a promotional item linked to the store, but lacks details on rules or eligibility.
Fine young toms from the famous Goldbank. These birds won first prize at Madison Square Garden. Large bronze birds guaranteed to weigh 20 to 25 pounds. Prices listed for males and females. Orders must be by December. Mrs R ville, Wyoming D Mercer Hyatt N17 D15. Kathryn Pebbles was a Basin visitor on Thursday from Greybull.
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