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Newspaper
Duchesne Courier
Location
Duchesne, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1925
Page
5
The article discusses the shift in scientific thinking about matter and element immutability. It notes German reports on turning mercury into gold and cites the New York Times on evolving views. It argues that old notions of indivisible matter and energy conservation have faded, though science can avoid claiming infallibility.
Readers discuss how telephone use could improve speech clarity over time. They note that letters and names are often misheard, causing miscommunication. The piece laments that spoken language through phones fragments, while reading remains more reliable, urging clear enunciation.
The stinging snake is a myth with many people believing in sightings and rewards but no competent observer has ever seen one. The closest examples are harmless snakes such as Farancia abacura with tail spines, while other names like hoop or rainbow snake refer to the same dubious idea.
A New York Sun item describes a young helper known as Just Sam who revealed his birth name was Samson. The small boy, hired as a clerk in a business office, explains his nickname and the modest reason for the name change amid lighter duties for his size.
A historical note on yerba mate describing its use as a tea like beverage in South America. The text mentions its international spread, suitability for tea avoiders, and claims of stimulant qualities. It also alludes to feuds and wars fought over cultivation and preparation secrets guarded by those who possess them.
Local notes list visits and travels among residents including Salt Lake trips, helpers visitors, school graduates, and community events. The Duchesne district court announces a sheriff's sale for June 26 1925 covering several land tracts with water rights, including described parcels in Sections 28 29 32 Township 3 South Range 5 West Uintah Special Meridian.
May 12 1935 notice from Farmers Irrigation Company Bluebell Utah seeking to appropriate 205 acre feet from Deer Lake Duchesne County. Water to be impounded Jan 1 to Dec 31 by dam and released June 15 to Oct 15 into Swift and Yellowstone creeks then Payne Canal irrigating 1280 acres. Protests due within 30 days after publication.
A groom explains a recurring aphasia weakness to his bride before marriage. Afterward Mary visits a park and encounters him with a young woman. He calls out that he is “completely lost.” The tale suggests laying groundwork for an alibi, as cited by the Indianapolis News.
A compilation of maxims and adages says little of riches outweighs contentment. It notes the comfort of home brings happiness whether king or peasant and stresses practical health habits. The text insists distant events intrigue, while a quick shilling outpaces slow effort and a daily apple guards health.
A domestic servant Sara repeatedly failed to return for breakfast due to late dinners, prompting Mrs. Roy to cut wages by a quarter. After a few no shows she arrived late again, prompting further complaint about breakfast duties and tensions within the household as depicted in a colonial era narrative.
A Science Monthly blurb argues against strict avoidance of sweets in dieting. It claims desserts can help curb overeating and aid perseverance on a reducing diet, noting that scant meals feel less limiting when dessert follows.
A flapper and her beau sit close on a sofa listening with wireless headphones. They share a kiss as the next song begins titled Take Those Lips Away, and she exclaims to George that others can see them in the room.
A device using cheekbone conduction to the auditory nerve alongside speech amplification creates a telephone for the deaf. People deaf for years may hear long distance messages, tested by the Saskatchewan government department of telephones, per Popular Science Monthly.
A United States bulletin notes farm children make up under 30 percent of the population yet over 35 percent of the nation’s child population. The rural area bears the duty of educating this surplus youth and guiding them to city life at productive age.
A domestic exchange reveals concern as Mrs Newlywed questions Mr Newlywed about the interest in his hobbies and a calze he crafted last night while he stayed awake pondering what went into it.
The office distributed questionnaires to learn ban qualifications and training for teachers. Equal fitness often preferred. experienced teachers favored for principals and first grade posts. Two sets of standard tests in reading writing arithmetic and spelling were given to third through eighth graders. results compared with other schools to identify strengths and weaknesses.
In 1926 Duchesne County schools pursued consolidation and new transport links to expand high school access. Antelope and Myton routes improved pupil transport. Roosevelt hosted county high school classes with district funding. Projects in Farm Creek, Mt. Emmons, Altonah, and Duchesne advanced facilities, equipment, and safety measures.
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