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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1914
Page
11
A Public Ledger excerpt compares Pennsylvania Dutch farming to German methods, noting higher yields per acre in wheat potatoes oats barley and rye for German farmers and arguing production could double as population grows. It highlights frugality and intensive land use abroad versus American practices.
An English rector, portly and pompous, owns a small terrier named Rags. Last summer the dog escaped, wandered into church, and after the rector raised the alms basin, Rags sat before him and begged, provoking amusement and horror among congregants.
A tense scene unfolds as a crowd of men gathers, described as the tough faction, pressing toward entry to a new uplift jail. The exchange clarifies the group intends to gain access to the facility.
The piece urges an early spring cleanup to combat flies and mosquitoes. It notes the unseen egg laying of flies and the breeding of mosquitoes, warning that warm months will bring many nuisances and disease carriers. It compares swatters and kerosene to brooms and brushes as essential tools.
A neighbor suggests borrowing disliked records to disable the graphophone for a few days while noting they are kind-hearted enough to loan any records. The exchange shows humorous feuding over a noisy household gadget.
A wry exchange contrasts cautious living with humor about lawn care. The speaker jokes about waiting on neighborly action and timing, reflecting a light domestic moment.
A line notes a woman eager to cover another woman's car fare matching a man who pays another’s gas bill, drawing a parallel in willingness to cover travel costs.
Lew Palmer of Staveley Alberta a former Duluth Minnesota resident arrived in the city with four cows three horses and little more ten years ago he homesteaded in Staveley now owning 480 acres valued at 30000 with 34 Percheron horses 3000 in implements and averaging 7000 bushels of wheat 6000 of oats 12 acres of potatoes and 18 tons of onions he earned 1000 from hogs last year and his farm has grown to 30000 in value in ten years
A drenched man enters. a cheerfully calm remark about a heavy shower triggers a dry retort. The stranger points out obvious facts about weather, the year 1914, and Earth's shape, then leaves with a gleam of triumph.
Billy Sunday quips on modern dances after a successful Philadelphia season. He recounts a conservatory scene where a young man embarks on an impulsive kiss before a ballroom scene where the couple join a maxixe dance, ending with a reminder to observe propriety.
Conversation pits a church ask about a new up-to-date typewriter while a Gotham remark dismisses it with a comic green wig jab. No clear persons or organizations are named in the readable text. The fragment focuses on a humorous exchange about appearance and equipment.
In a whispered dispute, it is claimed Mrs. Wood urged Mr. Wood to dye his white hair to match her new lavender wig, with talk that the couple has separated.
Jime is praised for his dog tales showing a natural wit. The comments note the author’s engaging voice and knack for playful canine storytelling that resonates with audiences.
Public health guidance stresses strict handling of sputum and household items to prevent TB transmission. It advises using cups with five percent lysol or carbolic acid, burning paper cups, immersing soiled items, and providing the patient a personal dish set boiled after meals.
The article likens Mistral to Robert Burns, noting Burns created a full language while Mistral molded Provencal from near ruin. It portrays Provencal as a wild country tongue now shaped into a refined poetic voice, provoking debate among French reformers about preserving its rugged beauty.
In a playful exchange, She ponders a dan dy partition for a donkey while Silas notes walls have ears, hinting at hidden voices. The banter hints at humor and mischief in a domestic moment.
Harrisburg reports show more than $90,000 of a $200,000 appropriation for mothers pensions returned to the state general fund. Seven counties have adopted the act with several more expected to join as they test its operation.
A severe storm caused extensive damage across Lancaster County. Tobacco sheds on multiple farms including Zachariah Minwich Brown Abram Long Hayden Bomberger Abram Groey and Henry Kauffman were destroyed or toppled. A Martindale fire destroyed its barn. A cemetery in Marietta saw tombstones blown down. Estimated total damage nears $100,000.
The Accident Division of the Public Service Commission reports for the first quarter 262 rail line fatalities and 2480 injuries in the state, with 29 street railway deaths and 725 injuries. Rail fatalities declined 18 from last year and injuries 2. street railways saw 18 fewer deaths and 2 fewer injuries. Among railroad deaths, 98 were employees, 2 passengers, 146 trespassers. railroad passenger deaths included a collision victim and a jumper. Employee deaths spanned multiple causes and roles, while 2114 employees were injured, 672 of them brakemen.
Miss Viola S. Guest of Reading files a $19,000 breach suit against Ralph C. Becker of Penn Yan New York. She says engagement announced December 17 1912 and she quit her stage work at his request. Becker claims the marriage depended on his earnings and her quitting her career.
Judge Weand dismisses Rev. Frank S. Ballentine's exceptions to the court's ruling ejecting him as rector of St. James Episcopal Church Evansburg. Final decree assigns costs to Ballentine, bars him from officiating, requires him to vacate the rectory, and to hand over church property to his successor Rev. Henri H. G. Huff of Philadelphia.
George F. Lauer once a wealthy brewer famed for a $50,000 mansion and a fortune valued at $300,000, was arrested in Reading on a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses. He allegedly took $100 from Frank T. Regan of Pittsburgh by claiming to be an agent of the Lauer Brewing Co.
Forty six counties have fled official returns at the State Capitol, more than last year's ten day tally. Returns are being tabulated with no totals yet. Three Democrats filed Congress at large expense accounts for the primary campaign. Crosby of Meadville reported 889.95 with 356 sent to major cities. Clark of Altoona and Shirley of Clarion said under 50 each.
When 200000 was appropriated for mothers' pensions by the Legislature there was fear the amount would be inadequate. It proved more than enough as funds are distributed to churches by population with eligible counties duplicating state receipts. Seven counties have used only half of the appropriation. Half of the money was set aside for the year just ended.
Harrisburg reports a series of conferences on adopting safety standards for the State Industrial Board. Manufacturers representatives discuss elevator standards while moving picture theatre owners architects managers and equipment men review the final draft of regulations for construction and operation. Poller standards and later electrical standards will be considered.
Dominic Alepietro, a well known foreigner connected with the Nazareth cement plant, hurriedly departed Nazareth after telling friends he would seek a distant home. Last week he received a letter postmarked New York instructing him to place $200 along the Lackawanna Railroad siding near his home or his life would be forfeit.
Governor Tener signed death warrants for four first degree murder convicts. Frank F. Schnabel of Berks and John Chiemilewski of Lackawanna are set to be hanged July 9. James Linzi alias James Labrizzi of Bucks July 14 and William Abel of Philadelphia July 16.
D C MecKelway an insurance man was struck and killed by an automobile owned by Ludwig Kaufman of a department store firm. He was crossing Fifth Avenue with his wife and daughter when the accident occurred. The chauffeur, arrested, said MecKelway had passed safely in front of the car with his family but then stepped back in front of the vehicle for reasons unknown.
Public Safety Director Hubbard plans police training to improve manners among city officers. Instructors will be seasoned officers chosen for social graces. The program aims to address citizen complaints about brusque policing and improve interactions with the public.
A historical critique argues the Progressive Party has confined its efforts to the North and acts as assist ant Democrats. It condemns their personal revenge stance and lack of a broad, unified strategy, warning that such politics erodes party strength and signals premature degeneration into senility.
The Washington correspondent notes official figures show imports of manufactures up while domestic manufacturer material sourced abroad falls. Exports of American manufactured goods drop and customs receipts stay well below normal. The tariff’s main goal to cut living costs is unmet and the act faced mild political opposition despite broad public support.
The Bull Moose party rests on Theodore Roosevelt and would collapse if he were gone. Since 1912 Republicans show gains in elections while Bull Moose losses grow, with some localities losing the party altogether. Remaining Bull Moosers affect Republican hopes for national control and leadership must match past effectiveness.
The house committee states that 100000 dollars a year could be saved by stopping undelivered speeches in the Congressional Record. The saving would extend beyond cash, making the Record a true epitome of debate and forcing members to drop pretense of discussing measures not debated. If adopted, the government would gain seven million dollars and Congress would be about one million dollars better off in self respect.
The piece mocks explorers doubting a new river and questions the existence of Roosevelt, suggesting Teddy must be counted among the natural wonders of the world. It plays with exaggeration to praise Roosevelt as an uncanny marvel.
The piece argues the tariff restoration was an economic blunder hurting a growing home industry and aiding a foreign monopoly. It predicts political consequences for the party responsible and notes the unrest will spread across multiple states.
The excerpt urges replacing misery with happiness and hate with love to build a new world. It frames harmony over jargon as a path to transformation and social renewal.
Scientists report salt can kill mosquitoes if applied correctly. Sprinkling salt on mosquitoes' tails is ineffective as used on birds in youth. The finding warns timing matters for practical control.
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