The Farmer's Candidate and Odd Tidbits From Nor. Bul.
A reader column argues for S B Shutt over Lowry in a 12th district congressional contest, praising farmers and critiquing tariffs. The page also features odd notes on North American candlefish, a cat kept alive by instinct, and a Colton quote on wisdom and happiness.
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Dexoonar
Ringsters
Robert Lowry
Shutt
Ash
Congress
Ruskin
United States
Mr. Shutt
Williams Street
Ilo
Shen
Norwich Bulletin
Candie-Fish Oil Lamps Highlighted in Coastal Lore
A fragment describes candles derived from a fish known for its high oil content and long burning. The text recalls ancient uses of whale oil and notes the fish as a light-giver, detailing a method to ignite the fish candle by touching a match to its mouth and letting the oil burn slowly.
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North America
St. Nicholas
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Farmer’s
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Noble County Democrat
Colton