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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1928
Page
8
A bridge expert analyzes a deal with dummy long the suit and king finagle techniques while readers follow a cliffhanger chase. Go Ahead flees through a balcony window as Wade Barker pursue in a perilous moonlit escape. the action continues next week.
The Forum recounts how Faroe islanders, reliant on whales for sustenance, hear a whispered Grindabund message at church. The process spreads quietly among villagers, but worshippers at the Lord's table do not leave for the hunt, fearing divine blessing.
In his Dictionary of Phrases and Fables Rev Dr E Cobham Brewer explains that Pict is not the Latin pict and that Picts and Scots are paired terms. He says Scot is Gaelic for a dweller in woods and Pict means pist-Ist a freebooter, equating to foresters and freebooters.
A reflective remark cites Cicero on how contemplation of celestial matters elevates speech and thought in earthly affairs, suggesting that lofty ideas sharpen judgment and clarity in practical conduct. The quote contrasts lofty philosophy with ordinary human concerns.
A column on the eye as a precise instrument contrasting brain processing with optical truth. It argues accurate observation hinges on training, not sight, noting how misperception affects legal cross examination and can even save lives.
A compact, period voice recounts worries about leaving money with a woman and a man’s care of his children, notes on friendships, stamped Silver Certificate Payable to Bearer on Demand, and a wry line about half the world laughing at the other. The piece ends with a copyright notice.
A 1928 Western Newspaper Union item argues health, mind, and heart are the true wealth behind business success. It emphasizes preventive medicine, annual exams, and integrity as essential, noting wealth is measured by health rather than just riches. It cites William James on a clean heart guiding a clear head.
In eastern countries rivers fall to mud and silt during dry periods. Near Chiengmai in Siam residents cultivate river bottom stands as vegetable gardens. Lookout sheds monitor crops as European vegetables are grown. When floods return, the gardens vanish.
Joseph Jefferson, famed actor, hoped posterity would remember him as a painter. Near life’s end, William Crane recalls Jefferson declaring lasting fame would come through his brush rather than his stage work. Crane notes most readers won’t recall Jefferson as a painter.
In 1871 Italy annexed the papal states and absorbed Rome. the Vatican was credited with funds and guarantees not accepted by Roman authorities. Reports say Italy seeks settlement, but the papal claim to temporal power and jurisdiction over the disputed territory remains.
Abner Appre dry teases Aaron Allred about being ready for a marriage proposal to Mr Trackett's daughter. Aaron asks for discretion and reveals plans to seek approval, while a quip about spoiling his new suit lands the moment.
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