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Newspaper
Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
5
An explorer describes the first Wruxy bed arriving in Atuona on Nuku Hiva. Islanders marvel at the bed’s springs while the traveler negotiates use of a house and the chief’s wife enjoys the bouncing mattress amid legends of cannibal past and missionary arrival.
Dr John C Hemmeter of Baltimore tells American Therapeutic association members that thirst should guide drinking. He explains the body's reservoir stores water in tissues and blood, with daily secretions totaling around eight quarts while blood and lymph hold only three to four quarts. Perspiration reabsorbs water and regulates temperature during physical work. lack of sweating raises body heat.
Dr. W. E. Safford identifies cohoba from the wimosa lke tree of Haiti and Antilles as a powdered drug used by natives in rituals. Seeds are roasted ground mixed with calcined powder, inhaled through a forked tube, with visions described as prophecies. Snuff use on ceremonial occasions induced a hypnotic state and claimed supernatural revelations.
In 1856 Laura Keene's Varieties opened in New York City and remained under Keene's management through 1863. Performers included Joe Jefferson Sothern Matilda Heron and Mrs D P Bowers. Humpty Dumpty in pantomime reportedly had the longest run of the era and George Fox’s onstage insanity tale is noted from the book Automobile Blue Book.
A Los Angeles Times letter argues against draining Earth's resources arguing it would destabilize the planet. The writer mocks scientists and bets that removing coal gas and metals would cause the earth to skid, with vivid warnings of consequences for those who ignore the risks.
The bird's-eye maple forms from buds under bark causing flat growth patterns as trees enlarge. Buds grow long beneath the bark, rarely becoming branches. The eye pattern may stem from bark scars or other factors. frost is not linked to the effect. Bird-pecked hickory cited as analogy but results differ in color and appearance.
The Chicago Journal notes Vittoria Colonna, noble Colonna of Rome, famed poet and scholar, widow by age nineteen after her husband’s death in Franco Italian wars. Her stay in Rome linked her with Michelangelo, inspiring sonnets and verses, and her life ends at San Silvestro Convent.
A fragmentary reflection by Elizabeth Wordsworth on truth, perception, and progress. It contrasts conventional views with truthful observation, arguing art and judgment improve when we see nuance in skies and character rather than default labels. It laments careless study and language.
An agricultural note argues fertility is key to surviving boll weevil pressure. It asserts soils are worn and deficient in essential nutrients, recommends limestone, legume rotations, lime and high quality fertilizers, and continued use of nitrogen-fixing crops to rebuild soil, boost cotton yields, and support county prosperity through sustainable farming practices.
A garbled report discusses grizzlies and heightened senses, suggesting extreme development and torture in captivity. It hints at nose and scent abilities, intense nerve responses, and debates over zoo practices, with references to cruelty and public concern about animal treatment.
A Brooklyn Eagle essay notes how shoe style signals character and prospects in transit life. It contrasts large and small feet with executive, worker, and stenographer footwear, warning that unkempt shoes can cost opportunities for those progressing in work.
A nationwide campaign by the National Security League promotes youth physical welfare after finding 29 percent of draftees rejected for disability. Committees in 40 states, led by Walter Umno and with collaborators from Yale and government training groups, aim to boost fitness and draft readiness amid broader calls for national strength and economic resilience.
Miss Beulae Cook teaches a music class near Cedartown while Miss Amy and Aunt Margrett are mentioned in a story about a family in Mill town. Mr LB Banks celebrated his seventy fifth birthday with a dinner for friends as visitors W Davidson and family from Carrollton call on Abercrombie.
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