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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1905
Page
3
A wartime meditation from the Ohio State Journal on the law of life as endless conflict. It frames war as an eternal truth guiding humankind from ancient barons to modern nations, where blood and struggle define existence and the “War God” mocks mothers giving birth.
San Francisco Bulletin questions the value of celebrating birthdays urging reflection on life. It argues that joy from aging rests on deeds achieved not merely surviving another year and notes the birthday marks no real difference from other days.
An old reporter laments the scarcity of capable reading clerks for legislative bodies. He notes the need for voice control, stamina, and clear projection to be heard in crowded halls and noisy conventions where high pitched voices fail. He urges ambitious youths to train their voices for this demanding role.
Andrew D. White argues in Atlantic that during the seventeenth century Protestant and other sides used scripture to justify war and cruelty. He cites biblical precedents for plunder torture massacre and treachery as divinely sanctioned and cites figures such as Samuel David and Jael to defend killing enemies. The piece critiques religious authorities who opposed humanity and peace.
Assistant Sergeant at Arms Stewart of the United States Senate ordered a silver band for the ivory hourglass shaped gavel used by Senator Frye to call the Senate to order. The aged gavel may have arrived in Washington from Philadelphia in 1801 and has rested on the vice president’s table since then. A commemorative inscription dated 1801 will accompany the band.
The Newcastle market sold two 2 year old crossbred bullocks from Lyland of Haggerston Castle Northumberland. The buffalo cattle cross bred animals resembled North American bison in looks but were stockier and tougher to market. They were fed as wild cattle and one animal perished during transport while the other was shot in the market. Report says the meat may be richer than buffalo and tastier than ordinary beef after aging.
The head clerk, invited to an afternoon wedding, appears at the office in morning attire a swagger frock coat gray trousers patent shoes and a white puff tie. A visiting friend mocks his look and the clerks share a light laugh at the sartorial misfit.
A Kansas City Star report recalls a snowy street scene where a messenger boy, barehanded and underdressed, trudges up Eleventh street with a pulled wagon and sings a hopeful tune. A fur-clad woman, moved by pity, offers kindness as the boy insists he feels fine despite cold and hardship.
Phillip Verrill Michels returns from western mining camps telling a humorous anecdote about a miner who spent his savings at the St. Louis exposition. The miner recalls hearing that the most impressive aspect of the fair was the tour ensemble and adds his own blunt comment on the whole affair.
Mrs N instructs her new servant to ask guests if they want more soup. Mary bows to a guest and asks the gentleman if he would like more soup. He says yes, but there is none left.
A verse from the New York Herald asserts self focusing ambition and relentless enterprise. The speaker claims many ships and ventures, scoffing at poetic fame while pressing forward across a world viewed as a gamble.
A Harrisburg bishop says many young brides object to the word obey in marriage vows. Some brides request cherish instead while others insist on the traditional line. One groom whispered to the minister that obedience by force would be the main outcome anyway.
Col Clark Carr recounts a young Gen. Ulysses S. Grant on a riverfront visit. Grant, medium height with auburn hair and blue eyes, wore a worn fatigue blue uniform and showed quiet modesty while inspecting Rose's Kentucky mare before reboarding the boat.
Senator Depew discussed circumstantial evidence in a dinner speech. He cited the milk watering case as a conclusive example and told a joke about a girl returning from the park with a walking stick to illustrate positive proof from circumstantial facts.
Charles D. Hine, secretary of the state board of education, told in Hartford of amusing pupil papers. He cited a child’s response to a question about a famous town noted as a watering place where people go to drink, highlighting the humorous misreadings in exams.
The John A. Salter Seed Co. of La Crosse Wisconsin introduced a remarkable new grass three years ago that became the most talked of grass in America. It is described as the biggest quick hay producer on earth and a standout crop nationwide.
A man described as highly ambitious easily finds employment, showcasing a capacity to secure jobs without struggle. The article highlights his drive and focus as key factors in his swift career progression.
A remark highlights marriage as a realm of uncertainty, labeling matrimony as one of the doubtful states facing questions of stability, commitment, and social expectations.
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