Stefansson's Battle With Ice Near Point Barrow Far North
John Munro of Stefansson's party describes the Karluk voyage from Port Clarence to ice bound conditions forty miles from Point Barrow. The ship faced severe weather, delay for gasoline schooner Mary Sachs, and a telegraphic blackout as the party pressed toward safety with Stefansson and Dr McKay walking toward Point Barrow on August 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karluk
Far North
Seattle
Wash
John Munro
Stefansson Exploration
Port Clarence
Point Barrow
Alaska
Mary Sachs
Stefansson
Bartlett
Sachs
Munro
Point Hope
Icycape
Cape Belcher
Mr. Munro
Dr. MciXay
Flaxman Island
Fresh Baltimore oysters on tap at Merryman's ad
Local ad notes fresh Baltimore oysters and a new advertisement by M. Board. Mentions J. Loeb's Store coat sale and D. J. Young & Co. supplies in Covington Indiana. Also references library construction at Carnegie library, family ill health in the area, and a charity bazaar planned by the Ladies Aid of West Liberty Christian church with an oyster supper in Perrysville on Dec 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Liberty Christian Church
Jones’ Hall
Perrysville
Blankets and Comforters at J. Loeb’s Store Sale
Mr and Mrs George Sedwin hosted the Young Married Folks Euchre Club with a sumptuous dinner after, inviting Judge J E Schoonover Mr and Mrs John Peters Jas Lunny and Misses Agnes Meehan Nicey Booe and Mr and Mrs W B Coleman. Two wagons for sale in fair repair cheap see Atty L P Little.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Sedwin
Euchre Club
J. E. Schoonover
John Peters
Jas. Lunny
Agnes Meehan
Nicey Booe
W. B. Coleman
Atty. L. P. Little
New Goods Stream at J. Loeb’s and Card of Thanks
The notice thanks neighbors and friends for aid during illness and the death of Mrs Harriet Price. The family expresses gratitude and asks God to reward their supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harriet Price
For Sale A Work Horse and Jersey Milch Cow
A good work horse and a good Jersey milch cow offered by HE M Michael located at the green house Covington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Michael
Green House
Covington
Revival sermons and Thanksgiving visits in Stringtown
Sunday and Thursday services led by Rev. C. H. Lawson of Clinton Indiana drew community attention with Thanksgiving sermons. Local residents and visitors including Mr and Mrs Arthur Blunt Mr and Mrs Ollie Harden and others shared holiday time and news from Coal Creek chapel and nearby towns. 80 acres for sale in Missouri offers a white settlement home with a two story house hog tight fencing wells and timber priced at 45 per acre with 800 cash and long terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stoddard Co
Missouri
W. R. Massey & Son
For Sale Bay Horse and Harness Aged Lady Driver
B Minick sells 90 acres Cainto property for 8000 dollars and offers a three year old bay horse with buggy and harness. A lady can drive him anywhere and interested buyers may call at this office to view.
Red Cross Seals For Sale Advertised In Republican
The notice lists Deader J Loeb W B Coleman John Bellis T E Rainier M C VanDorn James Hastings and M Scesley offering Red Cross seals for sale. It invites readers to place want ads in the Republican for results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RED Cross
J. Loeb
W. B. Coleman
John Bellis
T. E. Rainier
M. C. VanDorn
James Hastings, M. Scesley
First Presbyterian Church Sets December Services and Bazaar
The church schedules morning theme The Unrecognized Girding of the Lord and evening topic Personal Health and Public Welfare for Tuberculosis Sunday. The Ladies' Aid Bazaar runs Thursday and Friday December 11 and 12 with supper Thursday night. A Christmas week cantata Promise and Fulfillment To Santa's Land with the Dream Man will be performed. Public invited to all events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Aid Society
Santa’s Land
Overcoats Newest Best at Lowest Prices
Local retailers tout a wide selection of overcoats described as the newest styles and lowest prices, inviting shoppers to explore current offerings and specials across multiple shops in town.
Cinderella in Flowerland Operetta at Grade School
Marion Loder presents Cinderella in Flowerland with characters Cinderella Proud Sisters Tiger Lily Godmother Nature and more. Guests include Six Little Sunbeams and Six Little Raindrops. At High School Auditorium Friday December 5 at 8 P M doors open 7 30. Admission informal for grade school children free.
Public Sale Set on West Liberty Farm Day
Nash of the Boyd farm near West Liberty in Washington township will hold a large public sale Thursday December 11 starting at 10 30 a m. A lot of good stock and implements will be sold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nash
Boyd
West Liberty
Wabash Township
Real Estate Transfers in Fountain County Last Week
Transactions filed for record show transfers in Fountain County including 20 acres to John A Wilt for 1 dollar from John A Swearengen et al. lot 2 Heath’s Road to Giacomo Berto for 125 dollars. lot 22 O. P. Kingman to Fay E Cook for 600 dollars. 2 lots and frac in Hillsboro to Arrald Carter for 1200 dollars. pt lot 31 Covington to Ada N Lemp for 2009 dollars. Elmdale property 10.21 acres to Don Young for 150 dollars. lots 86 37 and part 38 Yedda to Geo W Deer for 1300 dollars. lot 5.8 N Veedersburg to Ollie Boyd.
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Fountain County
O.S. Douglass
John A. Swearengen
John A. Wilt
Cainto
J. W. Burgner
Geo. W. Deer
Washing Blankets and Comforters for Care
Washing guidance covers blankets quilts and comforters on sunny days with soft water if possible. Woolen blankets require lukewarm water and soap, soak fifteen minutes, rub and rinse twice, then wring and hang or stretch on a curtain stretcher to dry fluffy for storage.
Uses For Old Pillows Slips In Home Craft
Worn pillow slips can be cut and hemmed to fit smaller cushions or rehemmed and lengthened with a band of insertion. Hemmed pillowcases and sheets near the edge can be cut off and re-hem stitched by machine. Worn drawn work linen can gain service by covering worn areas with insertion strips and trimming away the worn portion beneath.
Cleaning Paint Tips From A Simple Household Method
The article describes a two pail technique using cold water with a tablespoon of ammonia and hot water with ammonia and soap powder. It advises washing with a soft flannel in soapy water, rinsing in cold water with a wash leather, and drying until a natural polish forms.
To Remove Wall Paper
A home method uses a thick paste of flour and salt in boiling water with a dash of acetic acid from a drug store. The paste is brushed onto old wallpaper and, after a short wait, the paper tears away in large strips with minimal dust.
Driving Ants Away
The text advises locating the ants headquarters near the house and pouring boiling water to drive them away. If another nest appears near the kitchen, repeat the method to eliminate the infestation.
Dr King's New Discovery for Croup and Cough Advised
The notice praises Dr King s New Discovery as the best remedy for croup and coughs especially in children. A Manchester Ohio parent reports fear of severe attacks eased after using the remedy. Available at Irvin's drug store with prices 50 cents and 1.00 per bottle.
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King
Whs Chamberlain
Manchester
Ohio
Avery
Irvin's
Christmas Gems From Dickens
Reading selections reveal Dickensian themes of generosity and reflection. The text contrasts holiday cheer with personal vows to treasure Christmas year round and share kindness.
Christmas Thoughts on Kindness and Charity
The piece reflects on remembering others at Christmas. It urges modest gifts, care for the elderly, and shared chores during the holidays. It promotes kindness, smiles, forgiveness, and thoughtful generosity over excess.
The Little Dutch Band Parlor Game Description
A group game around a room forms a mock orchestra. Players imitate assigned imaginary instruments as lively air plays. The leader swaps to another player’s instrument, forcing the borrower to switch to the new instrument. The leader ends by returning to the initial instrument while players mirror the shifts.
Comparative Speeds of Animals and Their Gait
The text compares top speeds of animals with horses as the benchmark. It notes a famous horse's stride of about 26 feet, describes how sprinting horses lift hindquarters, and states dogs exceed hares but not horses. Giraffes allegedly run fifteen yards per second, elephants move two yards per second while bearing weight equivalent to six horses.
Dottie Sees Baby Brother and His Cry
A young girl names Dottie questions if her new baby brother came from heaven. She considers the infant’s cries and asks her mother if she should blame the angels for bouncing him. The moment reveals a child’s innocent wonder about family and birth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dottie
Heaven
Pea Trick Fires Two Peas From One
A small pea placed on a table or in the left hand is felt as a single pea when pressed with the right fingers. If the right fingers cross, the same pea feels like two peas, without sight of the hand.
Christmas Stocking Quip Sparks Lighthearted Banter
In a playful exchange The Stork's Stocking and The Duck-Say tease hanging stockings on Christmas Eve with humorous pushback, contrasting desires and a wink at holiday traditions.
Rough Frosty Christmas Sketches on the Pane
Fragmentary lines evoke a frosty Christmas scene with Jack Frost imagery. Hints of toys, waving grain, sleepy eyes, and attracting Good Saint Nick appear in scattered phrases.
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Jack Frost
St. Nick
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Ice
American Press Association
Ray
Baltimore
Fannie Rutesgirl
Petlons
Hee Erins
Helos
Merryman’s
M. Board
W. W. Layton
Sheridan
Clyde
J. Loeb’s
F. W. Richardson
Coal Creek
W. Bilsland
David Pavey
D. J. Young & Co
Covington, Ind
Indiana
Hastings
Fletcher
Surratt
Danville
C. D. Miller
S. E Cor
Sqr
C. H. Lawson
Clinton
Ind
Arthur Blunt
Harry Anderson
West Terre Haute
Homer Abbernathy
Opal Anderson
Ruth Vitilin
Coal Creek Chapel
Strohl
Alfred Jones
Terre Haute
Samuel Abbernathy of
Cates
Ollie Harden
Mrs Vick Keller
Roe
Furgeson
Talbot II
Hegarty
Holycross
Tom Crowder
B. Minick
First Presbyterian Church
Cinderella In
Marion Loder
Cinderella
Daisy
Proud Sisters
Hollyhack
Tiger Lily
Nature
Bonnie
Eearerenene
Butterflies
Robin Red Prince Herald
Prince Sunshine
Sunshine Castle
Lily Beil Daffodil
Sweet
Narcisus
Violet
J. P. Hastings
Sarah A. Groves
Giacomo Berto
Heath
Levi Woody
Fay E H. Cook
O. P. Kingman
Elizabeth Summers
Arrald Carter
O. P. Hillsboro
Frac
Alphose Lemp
Ada Nannette Lemp
O. P. Covington
H. D. Porviance
Don Young
Elmdale
Eliza
J. Cade
Ollie Boyd
Add
N.adda Veedersburg
Dickens
Little
Amt
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