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Newspaper
Dahlonega Nugget
Location
Dahlonega, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1918
Page
4
Elder ducks are widespread in Norway and valued as a staple, though heavily protected by law which makes them unusually tame. Fishermen view them unfavorably as they damage fishing grounds, especially lobster beds where the duck’s foraging harms the catch.
The tunnel plan between London and Paris remains under study with backing from former PM Asquith and a Commons member. Estimated cost about 70 million dollars, with a net return of 5 to 7 percent and a five and a half hour reduction in travel time.
The El Paso Times contrasts two clerk types. One eagerly approaches customers to make sales and advance, while the other hides goods and ignores buyers, earning the same pay but risking the employer’s loss.
The article notes oil is a thrifty frying medium as it has no water, wastes less than butter or fat, and can be reused. After frying, strain through a fine sieve into a clean basin, cool before straining, and store when cold for repeated use.
Be there. Mayor and marshal Bayera to sense Chairman H B Smith. Secretary treasurer C G Walden, John H Moore, B F Anderson, county officers listed include Tax Collector Porter Tax Receiver Alfred Grizzle. Representatives Craig R Arnold and others named with clerks and assessors.
The Mountain Inn is now open for transient guests and travelers. The establishment promises finest resort standards in North Georgia with fine meals, electric lights, running water, cream park, and good shade. Craig R Arnold is proprietor.
An advertiser touts a wide range of coffins from the cheapest to the highest priced with copper lined finishes, claiming the largest selection and guaranteed Atlanta prices on burial goods. The seller promises superior quality and invites customers to inspect offerings firsthand.
Dorothy Canfield asserts culture falters without strong spiritual roots, stressing that both a man and a woman are needed to lay those foundations. The remark frames culture as dust without moral groundwork.
Schedule lists daily departures from Gainesville and Dahlonega with seven hour trips. Sunday service includes a 10:00 a.m. Gainesville departure and a Dahlonega arrival. Fare quoted at $2.50, contractor J. W. Lunstern of Murrayville GA.
North Georgia Agricultural College in Dahlonega outlines yearly expenses from $125 to $175 covering board lodging books fuel lights and uniform. The prospectus promotes climate location and discipline with Army supervised cadet programs and courses in A B and B S as well as Agriculture Mining Engineering and Commercial Science under President Dr. G R Glenn.
Our Business To Drive Pain Away offers plasters salves liniments and standard remedies for pain. Bring your doctor’s prescription to have it properly filled.
A tale recalls an old fashioned man who gave away every penny he received to children, leaving his own needs unmet while his generosity became a local legend and lesson in selflessness.
A terse saying notes that in Day there are few things worth lying for. the remark hints at caution in pursuit of status or gain. The line contrasts moral boundaries with the allure of truth versus deceit.
The announcement states a candidate for Judge of the Northeastern Circuit of Georgia subject to the Democratic Primary. The pledge includes devoting full time, holding courts as required by law, and expediting docketed cases to save time and money for the people across Hall Habersham Stephens Rabun Towns Union White Lumpkin and Dawson counties. The candidate seeks support to be returned to the bench and promises fair impartial administration.
In a February 22 1918 public notice J B Jones announces his candidacy for Judge of the Northeastern Circuit. He states general support exists and asks voters to consider the announcement as a request for their backing. He promises to strive for fairness and justice if reelected.
The American Red Cross plans a new service in U S army camps to link hospitalized soldiers with their families. A Red Cross house will be established at each camp with staff to manage letters and daily action lists, under Red Cross field directors and military relief leadership.
Miss Jane Van De Vrede of Savannah in the Southern Division American Red Cross has been nominated as director of the American Nurses Association for 1919 1920. Nomination comes from Mrs Charles D Lockwood chair of the nominating committee and will be confirmed at the association convention the first week in May.
The American Red Cross reports total relief appropriations of 30.515 million dollars through April 30, 1918. Military relief accounts for 14.02 million. civilian relief 9.56 million. administration 3.27 million. miscellaneous 3.58 million. and 7.06 million for U S purchases for shipment to France. Volunteers cover most labor with a small salary portion.
The text describes camel drivers as Ishmaelites in China who spend twelve months living outdoors. They acquire brown skin and a taciturn demeanor, travel nine months yearly along faint routes to places such as Uwrga Ullassutat Ruchengize Karkul Sining and Daugar, and carry their tents bedding and utensils, camping where grazing is available.
The El Paso Times notes that a boy’s wants are varied and numerous. A single week’s record lists mandolin pistol razor false mustache bull pup magic lantern detective’s tin badge motorcycle mud turtle fiddle printing press stamp album tame rat camera squirt gun baseball suit and roller skates.
Eider ducks are numerous across Norway and valued for eiderdown, a staple trade item, and are protected by law. Despite protection they are so tame they resemble domestic fowl, and fishermen, especially lobster fishermen, view them unfavorably for damaging fish spawning beds.
The text describes mid to late medieval use of pocket mirrors as a toilet essential, notes backing techniques with metal, and highlights Venice as the birthplace of commercial glass mirror making. It mentions steel and silver mirrors as common but emphasizes Venice's pivotal role in mass mirror production.
The text describes ancient Roman window panes in wealthy homes during the Caesars era. The panes were bronze framed and uneven with defects, likely giving a poor outside view from inside. They were not blown glass but custom stone, and for public buildings used in marble pierced slabs.
A technical paper describes a fire in an engine oil box where water failed to stop ignition. Water scattered burning grease, which was carried by a flywheel and spread the blaze through the plant, igniting nearly the entire facility within minutes.
A teacher consoles Gladys, who with red hair worries being teased by classmates. Gladys then declares she wants to grow old so her red hair will gray, surprising the teacher with her candid reasoning.
The ancient Romans perfected vivid colored glass objects despite flaws and bubbles in their transparent glass. Their blood-red and crimson hues, and other gem-like forms, stand as unmatched examples of vitreous craft.
The article states sugar from cane was known in China and India around 4000 B, noting cane’s native origin in those regions and its arrival in Europe in the early Middle Ages via traders from the Indies. Europeans called it honey made from reeds.
In a brief local exchange Mrs Johnsing and Mrs Snow discuss leisure plans and attending a mission bind. The dialogue shows familiar dialect and social small talk as the two women briefly converse about participation.
A reflection on judging others by our own standards, absolving faults seen in ourselves while condemning others for lacking our virtues. The piece argues bias in moral weighing and the projection of personal virtues onto judges.
Acetol is injected through the spark plug opening to quickly remove carbon buildup from the cylinders of gasoline engines, using a squid device applied by injection.
A clipped item notes a sentiment about reformers starting with themselves. It reflects a period voice stressing self-initiative and progress without detailing names, places, or dates. The fragment hints at moral improvement guiding political or social change for leaders and followers alike.
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