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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1920
Page
4
The piece lists superstitions said to bring luck whether finding iron or a pin head first, reversing clothing by accident, or being followed home by a stray dog. It notes divergent views on cats predicting rain and recalls William the Conqueror's front‑facing mail at Hastings as a lucky tale.
The Brooklyn Bridge, over a mile long and costing more than 25 million, is listed among world wonders. Designed by John A Roebling, construction began in 1870 and opened in 1883. Roebling died during work. his son William A Roebling led the project but was injured and became an invalid, directing operations from Brooklyn with his wife’s aid.
The article notes that 240,102,048 needles were produced in the United States last year. It muses on labor savings if such needles were used at the right psychological moment, reflecting on efficiency and imagined impact on workers.
Dr Ellsworth Huntington of Yale reports a study of about 400000 deaths in New York City correlating day of death with weather. The findings show death rate rises with higher temperatures and falls as temperatures drop, with patterns persisting across seasons and suggesting weather strongly affects health and vitality.
February lesson details Peter's imprisonment under Herod and the dramatic release by an angel. It emphasizes united prayer, deliverance through divine intervention, and the shock among guards and the church. The service outlines primary, junior, intermediate, and youth topics centered on Peter's escape and prayer's power.
Fragmentary text suggests a whimsical or cryptic note about certainty and chance. It mentions a person named Herbert and a potential legal or uncertain outcome tied to unseen chances. The readable portion lacks clear events or dates to form a full news item.
A reflective aphorism notes that today’s cares differ from tomorrow’s and at night one may tell troubles they are finished, quoting Cowper on completing work and laying worries to rest.
An advertisement touts Cascarets as a superior bowel cleanse replacing harsh tonics like salts and purgatives. It promises full stomach cleansing, removal of undigested food and foul gases, reduced bile, and a refreshed feeling by morning without griping. The text closes with a note on military genius.
An advertisement touts California Fig Syrup as a harmless laxative for kids, urging mothers to look for the California name on the bottle and noting a fruity taste and full dosing directions on each bottle.
A reflective note on reading treats the book as an investment of hope and effort, suggesting initial engagement yields later gain. The quote emphasizes a journey from anticipation to reward in literary pursuits.
Secretary Houston declared the U S Treasury in a bright position with only about 60 million in short term certificates to redeem. He noted 2 9859495 billion in outstanding tax certificates but no funds needed beyond taxes and cited Europe aid totaling near 4 billion including loans and surplus army supplies. Domestic activity showed 1 billion projected for year and next for building and permits indicating housing recovery from wartime slowdown.
The Bayer Company instructs that one or two glasses of water should be drunk after taking Bayer Tablets of Aspirin for best results. Genuine Bayer is marked with the Bayer Cross and contains directions for treating colds headaches toothaches and other pains. Hand boxes of twelve are cheap and larger packages are sold by druggists.
Washington dispatch reports John Barton Payne will become secretary of the interior on March 1, replacing Franklin K. Lane whose resignation takes effect that day. Although White House officials declined to confirm, former Senator John Franklin Shafroth of Colorado was said to have been offered the post. Payne said he would accept to honor the president's wish but his heart remains with the Shipping Board.
United States Senator Miles Poindexter of Washington told the Union Republican Club in Utica that behind the AFL plan to elect a president and Congress favorable to its policies lies a dangerous effort by a small group of labor leaders who have gained power through levy contributions to create a government within a government.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a standout kidney liver and bladder medicine. It asserts mild immediate effects and urges testing with a small pamphlet by sending cents to Dr Eimer Co at Binghamton New York.
Austen Chamberlain, chancellor of the exchequer, told the House of Commons that final relief plans for central Europe depend on U S Congress granting necessary powers. He said steps could not be determined until the United States acts.
A fur overcoat is noted for its natural origin north of Minnesota and praised for its universal beauty. The piece highlights the garment's appeal and adaptable style despite its remote origin.
An advertisement extols Boschee's Syrup as a remedy for coughs bronchitis colds throat irritation and lung troubles. It claims a good night's rest with easy morning expectoration and notes its long history of use in American homes and worldwide distribution.
Hal Briggs asserts a prosperous lifestyle, denying a salary raise despite public speculation. He states his residence sits 5,000 feet above sea level, framing his wealth as tied to location rather than income changes.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as fast relief for colds. It claims two hour dosing up to three doses breaks a severe cold and ends grippe misery by opening nasal passages and stopping a runny nose. It emphasizes easy taste, no quinine, and low cost at drug stores.
A historical report cites an estimated 300000 child deaths each year in this country due to preventable diseases. The figure underscores public health failures and calls for stronger vaccination and sanitation initiatives.
Chicago reports a drop in living costs with prices for eggs butter and potatoes easing weekly. International News Service comparisons dated February 12 indicate a downward trend in basic goods despite earlier concerns.
An unclear block of text references medical terms and prices like 240.00 and cataract surgery. Mentions a Toledo Ohio firm Cheney & Co and a phrase about barking dogs with an odd caveat.
A newspaper from Chihuahua reports that Manuel M Dieguez, a Carranza commander to the state of Ibuahin, has been appointed minister of war in Newtown Texas.
A White Sea dispatch from Constantinople reports the Roselan steamer Emperor Veter the Great struck a mine in the Black Sea and sank but most of the 700 passengers and crew were saved.
Ady promotes Gutiura Soap claiming double razor efficiency and skin health. It guarantees no mug, no slimy soap, no germs, and no irritation even with twice daily shaves. One soap for shaving bathing and shampooing.
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