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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1920
Page
8
A southern alligator dealer uses slow, steady touches to render small reptiles unconscious. By placing an alligator on its back he kneels, restrains the body, and strokes the jaw area until the animal relaxes. Some claim temporary cerebrum suppression while others believe a sleep-like trance occurs.
In the Swiss Alps each summer guides gather to bless their ropes at the mountain foot. Old and new lines are laid together and blessed by a pastor. The prayer asks safety for old gear and endurance for new, with guides commended to God’s mercy for their daily ascents and aid to travelers.
Cranbury Township Committee announces a plan to issue eight thousand dollars in serial bonds to buy a site and erect a township hall and meeting place for the township and fire apparatus. Bonds of five hundred dollars each mature from one to sixteen years with six percent interest. The ordinance sets a 30 year useful life and reflects a 909 400 dollar assessed valuation. meeting to consider final passage scheduled for September 18, 1920.
The Nile rises annually around June 15 with peak levels at the equinox then recedes to April. Ancient Egyptian belief held the river holy and source from Paradise, with priestly rites and even maiden sacrifices to avert anger. Caliphs ended the practice by sending a letter to summon the waters. Nile water was praised for purity and drinkability despite time.
Cotton has grown in Egypt since 200 B C. Jumel the French engineer proposed commercial varieties about a century ago. 1822 saw the first U S sea island cotton sown, five years later a Brazilian variety arrived. The two strains blended to yield the Ashmouni and the highly productive Mutafii cottons.
The Township Committee of Cranbury introduces and passes on second reading an ordinance to issue bonds totaling 3000 dollars to buy a fire engine and other apparatus. Bonds are in 500 dollar denominations, interest six percent, repayable over ten years, with a supplemental debt statement filed as required. LeRoy Scotr is the township clerk.
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