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Newspaper
Encampment Echo
Location
Encampment, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1920
Page
7
A reflective essay compares life to yearly chapters, noting life is finite and incomplete. It explores October turning to November as a metaphor for aging, the pursuit of wisdom and happiness, and the hopeful, ongoing opportunity each new year provides to study God’s works and seek understanding.
The piece reflects on the opportunities each year brings and the need to grasp life’s fullness. It cites Thoreau to argue against artificial living and urges recognition of the world’s good and the untapped richness in one’s life as the year advances, embracing mystery and potential.
The quote urges immediate action on self improvement rather than waiting for the New Year. Bishop H C Potter emphasizes that today is the best moment to form good resolutions, since tomorrow may not offer the chances we expect and now is the accepted time.
The speaker notes that as years advance, knowledge grows and humanity becomes more useful. He foresees a difficult year ahead marked by bloodshed and strife, yet believes it will still be good for those aiding civilization. February is expected to bring crystals.
A stock reflection notes that last year's resolution remains effective and likely to endure longer than any fresh vow. It suggests consistency and practicality may outlast newer commitments. The piece implies steady habits trump frequent changes in personal plans.
The passage foresees the year by months and seasons brightness in April, June beauty, August ripening grain, and October orchards. It recalls OETS dying in Gallipoli and France, observers cataloging birds and Far Meuse flora while gods converse, arguing no year can be bad as years are measured by God despite human evil.
A reflective note asserts real joy comes from meaningful contribution and life success beyond mere existence. It urges readers to seize opportunities and responsibilities, believing true happiness lies in realizing one’s possible impact in the coming year.
The new year inspires intimate views of self as people draft resolutions. It highlights the near reach of personal change and a future rich with invention, discovery, social progress, and opportunities for broad joy and opportunity.
The Buford sailed from New York with 24 passengers including anarchists and communists, led by Alexander Borkman and Enna Goldman, bound for northern ports via Finland. The operation, shrouded in secrecy, moved from Ellis Island under guard as officials arranged passage through Finland to reach Bolshevik Russia.
Louisville attorneys say Kentucky distillers will file a lawsuit to compel the government to reimburse them for 85,000,000 gallons of liquor. William B. Bullitt, counsel for local whisky interests, said the action may be filed late in January.
In Weld county near Twin Bridges Colorado Adam Shank a prominent farmer his wife Elizabeth and four children were killed in a wholesale assassination at their Pred Brecken road home fourteen miles southeast of here The dead include Ada Shank 14 Elleabeth Shank 85 Marguerite Shunk 7 Florence Shank 6 George Wesley Shink 1 and Juan It Shank 6 all shot through the head or chest in the tragedy.
A woman named Mrs. Larey M Mull enax, wife of a farmer, was arrested near Michi Bay eleven miles west of Coeur d'Alene on charges of murdering her three infant children and assaulting her mother-in-law, Mire Maw M Mul lenax.
In Kh Paso Texas efforts push for a stronger border patrol to curb whisky smuggling and reduce violent clashes like the deadly pitched battle between officers and whisky runners. U S Attorney Magc TR Robertsa led the near Texas district team in backing tougher patrols to cut violations and deter smugglers.
General Sherman led about 60,000 troops from Atlanta toward Savannah on a 60 mile wide path through Georgia from November 1864. The march aimed to cripple the Confederacy by destroying crops roads factories horses and supplies with minimal bloodshed as the army lived off the land.
Brand warning urging mothers to inspect every bottle of Fletcher's Castoria for the signature. Reminds that Castoria has been in use for over 30 years and is a famous remedy for infants and children.
The article outlines microcline as a feldspar variety with right angle cleavage, vitreous luster, and cream to green color. Green varieties called Aizen stone are used as semiprecious stones. ordinary microcline occurs in crystals and masses in granite rocks. Mugnet Grove, Ark.
An old advertisement touts Green's August Flower as a gentle laxative that regulates digestion, cleanses the stomach, stimulates bile, and purifies the blood. It claims broad use in thousands of households for indigestion, nervous dyspepsia, sluggish liver, heartburn, palpitations, and intestinal troubles. Sold by druggists and dealers everywhere. Try a bottle, take no substitute.
Record San Saba Texas pecans gain national reputation as home of the paper shell variety. This season yields an estimated 50 to 60 carloads with a single tree producing about 800 pounds and a buyer contracting for 850000 pounds. Prices reach 45 dollars per tree unthrasherd and 17 to 25 cents per pound retail.
A Birmingham Age-Herald snippet presents dialogue about hair on a coat and an automobile seat cover being worn, implying a causal link to a larger mystery. The exchange shows characters Henry and a speaker deducing a connection between the hair and an automobile incident.
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment for removing pimples and blackheads. It instructs to smear, wash off in five minutes with Cuticura Soap and hot water, then maintain clear skin with daily toilet use and Cuticura talcum.
A wartime performer recalls suffering during the war era and an attempted booking in vaudeville. The performer describes moving into a new job after being unable to secure stage work.
A witty Philadelphia Record quip queries whether a new entrant is a bachelor or widower. It contrasts a free thinker with social labels, reflecting early 20th century cleverness about personal status. The line adds humor about social categories in everyday remarks.
A fragmentary quote suggests a humorous or mistaken remark about a cook named Subbubs. The line hints at a habitual reaction, describing a force of habit in a casual conversational tone. The readable text centers on a domestic or kitchen setting with implied character interaction.
A lighthearted item from Boys’ Life notes a First Class Scout joyfully embracing health while being sick, with playful banter highlighting the optimistic tone of youth scouting.
A historic advertisement touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as a remedy for kidney, liver, bladder, and stomach troubles. It claims restoring vitality and health after treatment, urging use of the original imported product and drugstore refunds if unsatisfied.
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