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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1911
Page
7
The article explains general statements may mislead and covers common blur issues in sight alignment. It notes eye focus problems, glare from polished or fouling sights, and shadows that distract the eye. Longer ranges worsen the nuisance, and shooters often misattribute blur to vision.
The article emphasizes form and sight alignment for rapid shooting, noting that quick accuracy comes from aligning the object with the sights the moment the gun is in position. It covers zeroing, wind drift, sight types, light effects, and practical practice steps using bull’s-eyes, trap practice, and live targets to develop consistent, efficient aiming.
The piece argues for accuracy in long range and mid range shooting, detailing wind drift effects at various velocities and bullet weights, and urging sustained rifle practice. It praises experienced marksmen and urges collaboration with respected shooters to improve skill.
Bronson asks what is the greatest pleasure of country living. Woodson replies that going to town to tell people about the cool breezes, whether real or not, is the favored thrill.
A Boston physician reports two cures using Cuticura Soap and Ointment for dermatitis and skin thickening. He details a male patient with widespread eruptions who benefited after prior treatments failed, and his wife who improved markedly after warm baths and ointment. Signed by Dr. B. L. Whitehead, dated July 22, 1910.
Fragmentary OCR shows a judge remark about a charged Willis calling himself a human iynamo and Gillis noting habits. Also ads claim Garfield Tea and Mrs Winslow's Boothing Syrup ease digestion and teething pain with prices listed. multiple health claims without clear context.
The report lists states with explicit tuberculosis reporting laws including Connecticut, District of Columbia, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont. It notes 14 states treat TB as one of infectious diseases and 28 states or territories have no reporting or registration provisions at all.
A reporter quotes a dialogue from The United Presbyterian where a teacher asks Tommy what to do with a $100 entrusted by a man who dies. Tommy replies he would not pray for the dead man but for another like him, reflecting on a moral lesson from a religious context.
A quirky line notes Garfield Tea as a laxative made of orbs and hints that death may love a shining mark, though such marks are scarce, creating a macabre whimsical image.
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