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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1948
Page
12
In a study from the Smithson ian Institution avian history Dr Winsor Marrett Tyler notes the blue jay has shifted from a wild reclusive bird to a near tame presence near human habitations. Once scarce near towns the jay now frequents gardens and doors with its striking crest and fiery temperament.
The passage outlines standard household cleaning methods and cautions. It compares benzine type solvents, carbon tetrachloride for spotting, and foamy commercial cleaners for upholstery. Soapsuds saturate fabrics, while proper rinsing and drying help. Specialized cleaners protect paint, parchment shades, and windows. Silver and brass care recommendations follow.
The U S Maritime Commission shows a drop from 162 US registry passenger ships in 1939 to 91 now, with 27 017 total capacity and only 21 active vessels. Many ships are inactive or under reconversion or repair as Truman forms a five member advisory panel on the merchant marine.
Upholstered furniture covered with wool or mohair and filled with hair, wool or feathers is subject to moth attack. Thick cotton felt under the top and a tight bottom covering give protection, while thin felt allows moths to reach the filling. Regular vacuuming and moth sprays mitigate damage.
The piece notes no American woman has appeared on U.S. coins aside from symbolic liberty imagery. It cites Queen Isabella of Spain as the sole woman to appear on an American coin, while highlighting extensive female coin honorees abroad. Queen Wilhelmina of Holland features repeatedly, first as a young queen, then crowned in 1898, again in 1912, and in 1933 as reigning monarch.
The piece reflects on Cuba becoming one of 21 American republics and marks the 45th anniversary of independence. It links General Leonard Wood transferring power to Thomas Estrada Palma in 1902, notes the 1898 US pledge for armed aid, and recalls the battles and treaties that shaped Cuba's early republic and reconstruction era. It also references Remember the Maine and Cuba Libre as enduring phrases.
Planning the layout starts with functional traffic lanes to avoid blocking paths. Place lamps to illuminate near chairs and work tables, and situate easy chairs within conversational reach. Position large tables where they are most needed, then consider aesthetics by identifying the focal point guiding the arrangement.
Readers submit questions on poultry roosts for three week old chicks weed control timing for 2 4 D on wheat and oats dry period rations for dairy cows and egg production for late hatched pullets. Answers cover safe roost setup early flock growth weed kill timing before stem elongation and when heads appear, nutrition for dry cows, expected milk gains by breed, and no disadvantage to late hatchers with proper management. Questions directed to FARM FACTS column at 835 South Eighth Street St. Louis Missouri with free answers.
Priests introduced early perfumery while aromatics date back to 1350 B C. Roman noblewomen bleached hair. Cold cream manufactured in Europe by the first century but used for massage and cleansing. North American Indians used it as foundation and skin protection. Romans knew depilatories and pumice stones for whitening teeth. Napoleon era fashion highlighted feet and legs inspiring pedicures. Empress Josephine spread cosmetic secrets from her homeland making artificial beautifiers popular.
Communities could cut house fly and mosquito populations by annual air spray campaigns using DDT. Dr. Thomas L. Guyton of the Pennsylvania bureau of plant industry cites examples showing effective control with light applications, not exceeding one pound per acre. A large demonstration was done last summer in Philadelphia.
Age of Face Painting During 50 years in Georgian England saw more portraits painted than in three centuries on the continent of Europe. Sir Joshua Reynolds painted over 2,000, Gainsborough over 1,000 and Romney records more than 9,000 sittings in 20 years. The quality of these pictures is amazing though English portraits aren t ranked with Italian Dutch and Spanish paintings.
Etymologists link affectionate terms and ridicule to hereditary surnames. Examples include Hahn and Gallo from rooster and chicken, Fox with Todd and Lowrie, Leboeuf and Cheval, Katz and Loewe for lion, and Mussolini possibly derived from a gnat.
Felton opened with a three run rally in the first inning to top Chestertown 1 in the first. Chestertown protested the game from the third inning on over a base coaching box rule and the matter was sent to the National Baseball Congress for decision. J Derringer led Chestertown with two home runs and a double in four trips, while J Newman and Le gionnaire pitcher added a circuit shot and a single for the Legionnaires. Hardy defeated Greensboro Cupids 16 to 5 as Vodvarka earned his fifth straight win, Tarburton started for Greensboro, Butler finished. Multiple players led with three or more hits, home runs, or doubles across the doubleheader. July 4th schedule features games at Houston, Rock Hall, Chestertown, and Denton as teams push toward a tighter standings race with signings due by July 4.
The record lists CG Johnson Vane and Harrison and Rich as Commissioners of Greensboro. RBIs credited to J Johnson Willis Vane Nuttle Hughes. Two-base hits by Rich Harrison. Three-base hits by Willis Vane. Stolen bases by C Johnson Scott Scurto three, Rich two, Nuttle. Scurto had a sacrifice. Left on bases: Houston ten Denton.
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