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Newspaper
Farmington Enterprise
Location
Farmington, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1909
Page
3
A humorous essay by Richard S. Graves argues philosophy enriches daily life. It recounts a hornet encounter as a parable, noting wisdom from small things and the misadventure of facing a tiny insect with a wary eye. The narrator reflects on happiness, disappointment, and contentment.
The narrator recalls a deadly encounter as hornets swarmed from a nest and fired musket balls. He describes fleeing with a mix of fear and reflection on cause and effect, noting the impact on his memory and resolve.
Irad Biglow explains a contraption called the Criminal Barometer to his cousin Edgar. The device claims to predict misfortunes with a barometer like tube, powered by a horse motor, offering 48 hour warnings for sickness fires plagues and even crop outcomes for $2.50 per family.
An essay narrates the life of Joan of Arc from a peasant girl to a French heroine. It blends humor with historical episodes including her battles at Orleans Rheims and capture. The piece ends with a jab about modern spelling and a copyright note.
A Missouri story notes three Wright brothers born in the same house but in three different states Oregon Idaho and Montana as territory shifts split the births. Col Thomas C Marshall Missoula confirms the remarkable tale and its place in American history.
Fragmentary line hints at discussion of spring topics and community interest. limited readable text prevents clear identification of person, place, or event. The fragment suggests a casual remark about seasonal themes in a local context.
Don's fifth year is filled with laughter fear and wonder as Keith and Ellen shape his life. The child clings to his baby sister while fearing the Bogie Man and looming college distant yet desired. He tests restraint fights with a neighbor, and discovers affection in Keith's steady care.
The piece explains that Panama hats originate in Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia with Guayaquil and other centers sharing production. It notes how Panama became a trade hub, not the origin, and details tequilla straw from Ecuador, curing methods, regional centers, and prices. The United States and European nations are key buyers.
An Ohio town clings to stagecoach transport with horses resembling old New York days. A Cincinnati visitor pays with a five dollar bill and asks which horse to ride. A Harper's Weekly anecdote notes patience in department stores as fifty customers wait for one clerk.
Dialogue centers on a new nurse caring for a baby. The woman boasts graduation credentials and a strict rule against anyone kissing the baby while she is present. The speaker questions the nurse’s reputation and suitability. The scene implies shifts in caregiving roles and authority.
For insomnia try walking or restlessness relief by fixing a brilliant object or listening to the beating of a clock. The guidance suggests simple, repetitive actions to ease wakefulness and promote sleep.
A French naval surgeon reports observations that exposure to wireless telegraphy waves may cause eye conditions such as conjunctivitis and keratitis, eczema, and possible neurasthenia. He notes common induced currents, suggests protective blue or yellow spectacles, and warns of broader risks beyond active telegraphic work.
An odd item reports a man named Jim Pyle who began with a grin and ended tired of laughing. A man named Mr. Peck laments his wife in tears and contemplates signing another check. The fragment hints at a cautionary tale of excess and financial strain.
A poetic fragment recalls a man judged an also ran for his patience and quiet endurance, contrasting worldly labels with inner resilience. The voice honors steadfast character despite modest means.
A misquoted calculation claims counting to a billion would need a person counting nonstop for over 9,500 years with a note about gup and siseping. The fragment ends with unclear terms.
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