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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1912
Page
4
A Chicago man built the world’s largest rope spider web spanning 40 by 60 feet between two trees in his lawn. It draws passersby with its near perfect illusion of a real spider’s web and doubles as a striking country ground decoration. The feat rivals the intricacy of nature while showcasing engineering skill.
An egg from the extinct great auk fetched about 1 500 in London auction. Eggs vary from 4 1/8 to 5 inches, mostly white or spotted. The species likely vanished by 1844 due to human slaughter for food and egg collection. the bird resembled a goose and had tiny wings aiding swimming.
The article describes Travolara as the world s smallest republic located near Sardinia. It claims the Bartoleon family held sovereignty since 1836 under King Charles Albert and notes a transition to a republic in 1882 after Paul I s death. The president is elected for ten years under the new constitutional framework.
Adam Fowler, a storekeeper in Clifton Heights Pennsylvania, shook out a tree for a customer and an amputated forearm dropped from the branches. The Maine grown tree apparently hid a recently amputated arm, raising questions whether it came from a legitimate amputation or a tragedy victim. The arm was well preserved and seemed fresh.
The new transporter bridge across the River Tees at Middlesbrough England was recently opened as the third of its kind in the country. It spans 850 feet with a 225 foot height and supports a traveling car measuring 44 by 39 feet carrying 500 passengers. The bridge operates via an electric powered cable and takes two minutes to cross.
The Louisville Courier-Journal reports a Canterbury Connecticut dispatch noting the bride is 17 and the bridegroom 60 and wealthy. The commentary questions why wealth is mentioned alongside the age gap.
Antiseptic Barber Shop and Bathrooms advertised as the best white shop in the city with first class workers and prompt attention. Courteous boot locks noted. Located near Southern depot under proprietor B Reynolds, Preacieter.
The Comet announces a special club rate with The Memphis Weekly Commercial Appeal offering a one year subscription for both papers at $1.00 cash. The Commercial Appeal is praised as a leading southern paper and the offer seeks many new subscriptions.
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