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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1907
Page
3
A fragmented clip describes a photographer tracing the work of American missionaries. The text mentions journeys, efforts abroad and the mission’s historical context, with references to exploration and documentation of religious outreach.
An American observer describes Tientsin as a hotspot of anti missionary sentiment and details a scandal involving a British interpreter who looted fees. The piece argues for accountability among mission boards and critiques the conduct of ex missionaries and independent missions shaping the local and foreign communities.
The report details John D. Rockefeller's vast philanthropy including gifts exceeding 100 million to churches and schools, and how his charity shaped through the General Education Board and major universities. It notes a biblical giving pattern, secretive lists, and moves from church to mission work, with key gifts to Chicago University, Barnard, Union Theological Seminary, Harvard, Yale, and Johns Hopkins, plus the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research. The piece also covers early Cleveland ties, denominational influence, and plans for a chain of colleges and broader educational aims.
Dr William A Radford offers free advice on building design. A 24 by 30 foot square cottage roof plan emphasizes efficient space use, central stair, minimal hallways, and economy without sacrificing comfort. He argues small homes boost community and aims for affordable homes around 1200 to 1500 dollars.
A readable essay praises a compact square one story cottage with a simple roof, hot and cold running water, and basic amenities. It argues such homes fit the common people, notes Lincoln quotes, and discusses the start, cost, and practical details of building a comfortable, affordable dwelling. It also sketches a light dialogue about perceptions and a brief note on Chapultepec castle’s historic role in Mexico.
A collection of short items notes Cardinal Manning on Irish names in police cases, describes the Sultan’s principal throne in Dolma-Barthe with Abbas the Great era origins, and mentions the draw of light blue and gray eyes. It argues against plodding superficiality and warns of rapid wealth seeking fueling dishonesty.
A London style report describes iron cloths woven from steel wool via a new process resembling horsehair, and limestone wool made by an electric furnace to produce washable, dyeable suit fabric. It notes old rope and cordage fibers spun into rough cloth used by English tailors for durable, color-retentive garments.
A man returns from two weeks on his aunt Laura’s farm where simple old fashioned cooking wins over modern diet trends. He boasts the meals were balanced in value yet delicious, contrasting his wife’s nutrition schooling with the aunt’s indulgent fried chicken and doughnuts. The piece ends noting a girl’s work quality tied to pay.
Henry Miller, the actor, shares a humorous anecdote about a savings bank visit. He asks to change his will after quarreling with family and wonders who deserves his money. A teller suggests giving to an orphans' home, prompting the retort that orphans did nothing for him. Also notes Hong Kong granite production and export.
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