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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1907
Page
2
The piece cites Chancellor Day of Syracuse claiming poverty stems from insufficient earnings. It notes President Roosevelt seeking action against the opium trade, while Britain allegedly preoccupies itself with cruelities in distant regions for profit.
About 69 million dollars is invested in England in motor wagon manufacture. Roughly 250000 men work in this sector as workers or chauffeurs, earning about 75 million dollars annually in wages.
At Hoboken a German woman who cannot speak English married an English man who cannot speak German. It would be discouraging if they do not get along. Prof Shailer Mathews says marriage is no picnic and notes meaning of picnic changes the description of the married state.
For over a thousand years the mosque of St Sofia in Constantinople has retained a musk scent. The odor is said to come from musk mixed with mor tar during the mosque’s construction, a lasting remembrance of ancient materials used.
President Zelaya fires a sharp proclamation at Honduras Guatemala and El Salvador but the three allies quickly recover and keep up the fighting against his forces. The rivals resume combat despite his inflammatory stance.
Disappearing paper serves as a novelty for those who forget to burn letters after use. It is made by soaking paper in sulphuric acid, drying and glazing it, with acid partly neutralized by ammonia vapor. The treated paper then falls to pieces after a set time.
A Chicago antiquary in the Chicago Journal notes that Columbus earned $320 annually, captains $180 each, and crew members $2.25 per month. He cites expedition costs at $2,800 and total discovery costs at $7,200.
In central Tennessee large cedar tracts provide berries that feed robins. A hamlet there markets enough birds each year to bring in $500 at five cents per dozen, totaling 120000 birds. They are killed at night by torchlight with sticks.
The emperor carried roses and lilacs to Mrs. Tower, wife of the American ambassador, and spoke with the children in a friendly encounter. Observers note his habit of doing neat things and speculate he might shine in American politics if he were American.
The text notes Great Britain and colonies plus the United States total 111 million English speaking people, far ahead of Germany and Russia with 75 million each and France, Spain, Italy and Portugal with 51 43 33 and 13 million respectively.
Indications point to serious consideration of armament limits at the coming peace conference in The Hague. Despite no great power seeking large cuts, the approach is likely to be friendly and liberal, with some nations burdened by war costs seeking relief.
Boston doctors report experiments weighing dying persons and conclude the human soul weighs half an ounce or more. The St. Paul Dispatch suggests constructing an apparatus to determine the soul's direction upon departure.
The statement notes Baroness Burdett-Coutts who held a fortune of 15 million dollars in life left an estate of 393000 at death, suggesting that other than Mr. Carnegie many aim to avoid dying rich and leave modest legacies.
The quote questions Corelli's claim about women lacking intellect and asks what her own status is, suggesting a critique of her views on gender and intelligence.
A man advertises a reward for the return of a gold cigarette case he has lost. He urges the finder to quit the cigarette habit as well.
An ambassador from Europe to this country notes that appealing for cheaper living abroad is not a solution. He argues that global economic factors constrain costs and that individuals should pursue practical reforms at home.
A special room will be reserved at the International Art exhibition in Venice this year for works by English and Scottish artists and by American artists resident in London.
A 1907 prose sermon by W. S. Edson titled Abimelech the Bloody with scripture text from Judges chapter 9. A moral reflection by the Highway and Byway Preacher RS.
The account warns that polygamy and inner home moral decay foster envy and bloodshed. It cites Abimelech as a cautionary example, noting his plans for power ended in self destruction, with divine judgment on evil alliances and the consequences for Shechem.
In a dramatic scene at Shechem Abimelech is proclaimed king as priests crown him with the ephod. A mysterious figure on the rock denounces him and utters a parable foretelling doom with fire to devour the city and the house of Millo.
The bride, a newlywed, vows she will not give any more silver as wedding presents. She says silver enslaves owners who fear theft and require costly care. She plans to switch to copper or brass lacquered ware, valued for its look and washable surface.
Abimelech, ruling over Shechem, faces revolt led by Gaul. After burning the city, he besieges Thebez where a woman drops a millstone from a tower, mortally wounding him. His armor bearers kills him to avoid the stigma of a woman killing him. God punishes Shechem for its wickedness.
Rev. Len G. Broughton of Atlanta announces multi building project on a single square. A Bible training school modeled after Moody Bible Institute will operate alongside the tabernacle. The Southern Baptist denomination church serves about 1,800 members and 1,000 in Sunday school.
The Union of French Protestants marks a key moment in modern French Protestant history as the re formed churches merge under a new separation law. More than 100 Protestant churches sent delegates to the Jarnac assembly signaling a bold move toward closer unity and vigilant evangelism.
A succinct proverb warns against burdening a bride with abundant silver dishes and trays. The saying reflects a practical stance on dowry expectations and marital provisioning. It emphasizes restraint and sensible domestic planning over costly display.
A man buys a ring for his girlfriend and plans a romantic speech but blurts out that the ring is too small and meant for himself. His intended declaration of undying affection is replaced by a stumble of words and a self centered admission.
Frances Hodgson Burnett writes of Queen Victoria’s late reign and character, praising her for moral leadership, foresight, and compassion. The article extols her intellect and conscience, noting her influence on arts, ethics, and public welfare, and recalls Dickens’ praise and Victoria’s Irish visit.
A detailed, old fashioned description of glass blowing from gathering the molten mass on a blowpipe to flattening, splitting, and finishing a five foot long cylinder weighing about 60 pounds. It covers steps from inflation and forming to the blowers guild, apprenticeship, wages, and family lineage of glass blowers.
A reader letter from 310 Maddox Street London claims hair adornments on women are created by wrapping hair around a frame and asks the London Truth to publish the detail. The writer says he has founded the Bachelors' Information Bureau to enlighten men about modern appearances and marriage.
In London and the provinces a large circle and a staff of women provide nearly universal acquaintance with unmarried, prosperous Englishwomen. For five pounds five shillings a bachelor may join the bureau to gain access to the service and information offered, backed by Mrs. Adelaide Trewboby.
The Newfoundlander winter herring catch is valued at 452 144 dollars in a report from the Canadian commercial agent at St John s to the trade and commerce department. The notice emphasizes the significance of accurate information.
A brief aphorism quotes Puck noting that a man may be understood in life if he is greatly impactful, but if he is both great and good, recognition often comes only after death. The line reflects on lasting fame and moral stature.
The Ottawa Citizen notes that American vessel catches totaled 268,596 dollars while Canadian and Newfoundland catches reached 183,548 dollars. This marks a year over year shift with Americans down and Canadians up.
A traditional debate on feline longevity is illustrated by a yellow tabby that lived beyond twenty two years. The cat reached adulthood at twenty one and was given a silver collar with an inscription marking the milestone.
The article argues youthfulness comes from a young heart. It quotes Dorothy Quigley on thoughts shaping a face and asserts sweet, bright thoughts yield a cheerful expression.
Popular Mechanics presents two new pipe and fitting ideas A and B show lamp screen with a shade C a dumb bell The lamp shade aids reading and writing and can serve as a reflector for drawing or magnified work The base uses a pipe flange and upright nipple enameled black with felt on a polished table.
The article describes crafting a lamp shade and dumb bell using pipe fittings. A small wedge forms the fan in the nipple, and dumb bells are made from short pieces of three quarter inch pipe with one and a half inch couplings fastened by molten lead. Enamel in black improves appearance, and leather can cover the handles.
A quarreling pair, Wilfred and Elsie, struggle over a costly doll. They pretend to be in a divorce and custody dispute as their mother calls from the kitchen. The judge narrates the scene with a playful moral about family disputes.
In France a project aims to connect the French Sudan with Algeria by telegraph lines. Britain plans a cape to cape wire crossing the Belgian Congo and German East Africa. The French line would likely stay entirely on French soil.
A new alloy designed for electricians substitutes for platinum and consists of 16 percent silver, 41 percent nickel, a fraction ounce of bismuth and 53 pennyweights of gold. The cost is about one thirtieth that of platinum.
The judge notes the youth once mocked for his odd idea later pursued a practical air shy device. Friends lamented lack of progress until the inventor finally gained recognition for his unique creation.
A Popular Mechanics correspondent explains a simple dusting device for hardwood floors. Shape a two foot piece of wood with a flannel strip along one edge and attach an old broom handle through a center bore to push the flannel across surfaces.
Sabatis Shay and Newel Ranco, full blooded Indians, will own land and build a factory in Maine to produce canoe paddles and cant-dog handles, items requiring high fidelity. A young Indian girl, educated in school and college, will be stenographer and typist, fluent in native language and English.
The article notes billions of suns in the universe and states the nearest star to our sun is about 25 trillion miles away. It calculates that an airship travelling at one mile per minute would take about 48.62 million years to reach it, illustrating incomprehensible cosmic scales.
A retired shopper and a new grocery clerk trade wry lines about prices per item. The Missouri visitor asks about a cheaper offering while the clerk notes another option at a slightly higher price, claiming superior quality.
A quoted exchange compares enduring love to a never ending ring and a smiling moment, capturing a playful Shakespearean sentiment about passion and infinity.
Deacon Smith says Brother Good cannot sleep while preaching. The Chicago Daily News notes that Parson Brown questions the reason for Good’s troubled conscience and the preacher’s impact on his sleep.
Cork forests lie in several regions of Morocco and may become profitable once governance is settled and transport costs drop with new roads and bridges.
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