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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1939
Page
8
A fragmentary feature discusses beavers and penalties for idleness, the Thames river name origins, and early spelling forms such as Temze Temse Tamesis and Tamesa. The piece notes outcast beavers and historic roman nomenclature with unclear etymology and shifts in English spelling.
Rosemary is described as a sweet herb used extensively in Italian cooking. It grows in southeastern Europe and is mixed with various herbs in regional dishes. the article notes its fragrance and culinary versatility.
A report by the American Chemical Society notes that the elements oxygen silicon aluminum iron and several others form over eight percent of the Earth's crust to a depth of ten miles.
A historical note states Norway has zero high mountains by comparison, with an average height of about 1,600 feet versus Europe’s 1,000 feet. It attributes the low figure to few plateaus and mentions peaks near the Datusheim mass, including Ghiterkind at 8,140 feet and Galoppigen at 8,097 feet.
Two scientists from Pennsylvania State claim a new method to measure ultraviolet radiation by detecting visible light from a tiny glass rod heated to a glow. Dr White and Landshers propose a simple, cheap technique using glass technology to observe ultraviolet exposure through emitted light.
Farmers are urged to follow a definite method for attacking weeds until none remain. Clean cultivation helps keep fields weed free and prevents weeds from spreading to fence rows and waste places. The state department of agriculture will identify weeds sent in by farmers and ensure adherence to weed control laws.
District WPA officials may receive promotions as reports indicate Guy C Cleaver of Erie WEA and Willie Gray chief engineer, both eyed for reassignment to higher positions. An inspection tour and city office plans delayed formal announcements, while prior cuts to branch offices and staff remain under review amid economic pressure.
Allegheny county commissioners discuss a demand by Tax Board Chairman O. B. Hannon to replace political patronage with a civil service merit program for board workers. Hannon cites the antiquated system that controls county tax assessments totaling about 200 million dollars.
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