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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1901
Page
6
Dr Talmage lauds a year of industrial and agricultural progress in a Thanksgiving sermon. He celebrates the plow hammer and pen as nation shaping forces and praises farmers, mechanics, and writers for gains in crops, steel, railroads, and education, while urging virtue and faith.
The article asserts mothers as the central care for children while fathers must actively support and inspire discipline. It warns against parental laxity, urging calm, firm government at home to prevent later social anarchy and to mold responsible citizens through consistent, wise guidance. The piece cites church and school as allies in forming disciplined habits for the new century.
An illustration shows a simple rug straightener invented by George T. Weeks of Eden Ohio. The device uses paired pivoted stretcher rods whose ends fit into pockets attached to the rug edges to keep corners flat and prevent curling.
A rug or mat is kept flat with pairs of stretcher rods stitched to its underside. A light extensible frame formed by the rods holds the rug in place and ensures it remains straight, with the straightening means concealed from view.
A Philadelphia Record note recalls a moving encounter after a church concert. A financially struggling elderly woman, recognizing the soprano, expresses heartfelt praise and insists on paying two fares with ten pennies, saying she loves the voice because it goes to her heart.
On a transatlantic liner a dinner dessert called transparent ice cream is served with ceremony. Lights go out or portholes are covered, then waiters present large ice molds shaped like cones or pots. Clear and scarlet ice hold candles. after a theatrical tour, two trays are set for each table and servings begin.
A Washington Star quote reflects on Josiar’s influence in school. Farmer Corn tessel notes many of Josiar’s classmates joined the leisure group while Josiar’s harvest time performance suggests he would be near the top.
Senator Chauncey M Depew reveals to a New York Sun reporter that he is engaged to May Palmer daughter of the late Henry Palmer and granddaughter of John I Palmer founder of Merchants Bank They plan to marry in Paris this winter Miss Palmer has lived mainly abroad and was born on Fifth Avenue New York Depew aged 67 and his earlier wife Elsie Hegeman died in 1893 He has a son Chauncey Depew Jr and his niece Miss Paulding resides with him at the Corcoran mansion in Washington
A Brooklyn Eagle report notes a trend where clubs and associations move away from rigid parliamentary law. Members favor common sense and majority will, preferring steady facilitation over quibbling minor points in meetings.
The piece notes that five in the morning is the coldest hour of the day across all seasons, defining a universal coldest time. It emphasizes a consistent daily low regardless of seasonal change.
In a brief chat, Backlots asks Subbubs if the costume is ready for the fan cy dress ball. Subbubs confirms readiness, saying he will wear a dress suit and recalls his wife forgot to mothproof it last spring.
Mrs Chugwater asks why a medical student must appear before a board. Mr Chugwater supposes it is so the student can hang out a shingle. The exchange appears in a humorous chat from the Chicago Tribune style.
The solicitor asserts universal coverage for workers but excludes bystanders. He frames the company as philanthropic yet prudent, using a confidential tone to imply practical limits on liability. The remark reflects era advertising rhetoric from Harper's Bazaar.
A short quip from the St Louis Republic features a father asking his son to blacken his shoes and the son replying they are patent leather and need no polish. The exchange playfully notes patent leather and renewal in a domestic vignette.
An old man recalls a candidate who greeted him warmly then released his hand with nothing more. The Washington Star quotes the man’s words describing the mixed message and perceived letdown from the political moment.
A Baltimore American quip notes the artist’s study titled Cows in the Clover. The critics ask where the clover lies in the image and are told the cows have eaten it.
A brief verse from the Chicago Daily News describes a newly engaged couple seated together on a sofa. The woman expresses a doubt while the youth moves closer, leaving no space for uncertainty about their bond.
A humorous dialogue features Ally Sloper remarking on Gussy's toothache and facial pain. The exchange plays on exaggerated expressions and friendly banter between the characters.
A Yonkers Statesman quips about wedding fashion, noting that daytime ceremonies call for a four in hand tie while evening events favor a lawn bow, highlighting the contrast in formal dress codes.
Mrs Benham and Benham clash over spelling in a light exchange. They argue about whether spelling should matter and how it should be done. The witty back and forth captures everyday concerns in a Brooklyn Life vignette.
In Chicago, a casual remark about quitting smoking turns into a local chatter piece. The exchange notes a precise quitting moment clarified as last night at 7 38 PM, prompting puzzled reactions from bystanders.
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