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Newspaper
Francesville Tribune
Location
Francesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1918
Page
5
A historical account describes a mother wasp paralyzing a caterpillar, dragging it into a tunnel, and laying an egg. The larva later emerges as a wasp, while the tunnel shows the wasp’s strategic use of soil, debris, and sensory cues in a multi stage predation pattern.
The Philadelphia Evening Telegraph notes that even historic icons and creators might have led limited lives in ordinary comforts. It cites Shakespeare never drank tea or coffee, Leonardo da Vinci never saw a newspaper, and Empresses sparked vast industries yet never wore modern garments, highlighting a playful juxtaposition of fame and everyday limits.
Government announces that after July 15 the federal employment service will handle all common labor recruiting and will gradually take over skilled labor recruitment, with the aim of all labor in the country being obtained through the employment service.
Popular Mechanics Magazine reports a reinforced concrete chimney in Saganoseki Japan as the world’s tallest at 570 feet high, atop a hill 480 feet above the copper smelter. The 42 foot base diameter widens to a top inside diameter of 2634 feet, with a 95 foot foundation holding 2700 cubic yards of concrete and 400 tons of steel used overall.
Alfred Francis of The Love Mill screens girl applicants. A girl named Minnie Sota explains her real name was Skoopey and apologizes. Francis replies with a curt, humorous remark about sufficiency.
A vivid tale describes a hawk guarding its prey as two crows circle and scheme. One crow slips away while the other distracts the hunter, allowing the mate to strike from behind. The clever pair then seize the prey together, triumphantly lifting it from the branch.
The author argues personal and national duty require all ages to train and improve themselves for wartime and peacetime emergencies. He compares military and civilian readiness, noting modern success hinges on industrial efficiency and endurance, urging business leaders and workers to build vitality, strength, and resilience for any emergency.
A New York writer criticizes doctors for mispronouncing words ending in itis by giving the first t a long e sound. He argues English-Latin pronunciation makes itis sound like itis with two i sounds. He notes Webster supports itis and blames German influence for the mispronunciation.
Mrs Harris Dickson explains a colored woman is wanted for housework and says she can earn money by collecting for the missionary society. Mandy replies she is unpaid and only gets what she collects according to Chris tan Register.
Some of the oldest walnut trees in the country were planted not for fruit but for gun stocks. The wood is valued for its grit strength and resistance to warping.
A Bedford youth repeatedly visited a Bedford damsel, got a new automobile, and after a late night ride he found the car still outside the girl's house with lights on at dawn. Neighbors observed the vehicle and the incident.
A 15 shaped pattern emerges in the US attorney general report on presidential pardons. It notes 94 prisoners granted civil rights after serving sentences, 13 deserters' rights restored, and 828 total pardons, with 31 denied. The sums and digits are framed as a chance at fate.
Property owners are requested to cut down all weeds in vacant lots and alleys. Bert Overman street commissioner.
An advertisement touts Slumber King beds by Spider and Surber, urging readers to test the set for supreme comfort and service rather than rely on claims.
Farmers Produce Company run by E S Reish manager in Applegate Building offers free egg cases and phone contact 54. Cash paid for cream poultry gas. We have nothing to camo uflage.
Delos Hancock reports on a Florence oil stove test conducted at Spitler and Surbes located on the west road south of Frances Vile.
Mrs. J. S. Rees remains in a very uneasy condition due to a nervous affection that has troubled her for weeks. Edwin Munchenburg, overseas in the east since enlistment, is reported safely abroad. J. Tl. Hepp faces toxemia and persistent itching but is not seriously sick. Dudley Diggs, naval reserve, reports to Great Lakes pending possible continuous service or fall furlough to resume Purdue studies.
Classified item notice states piano in good condition for sale at Tribune office. buyer must inquire at the Tribune office for details and to secure the bargain.
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