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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1905
Page
3
June is forecast with five storm periods centering on the 3rd to 5th, 8th to 12th, 14th to 17th, 21st, and 26th to 28th. Expect warmer spells, rain, and thunder. possible tornado activity in some regions. a shift to cooler, clearer weather after each peak, with electrical disturbances prominent midmonth.
A vivid 19th century account warns of a locust invasion across the nation with grasshoppers and worms following. It notes bark damage to fruit trees, seasonal oak and elm pests, and cites a legend about locust wings bearing the letters N W and speculative interpretations.
Freeport Y M C A led by director H E Steele plans a ten day July camp on a Mississippi camp near Galena Illinois with a program including a tramp through a lead mine a trip down the Mississippi to Iowa a visit to Gen Grant’s old home and other value adding activities for boys. The summer also features a swimming pool safety instruction and numerous picnics and rambles to build character. parents are urged to learn what the local Y M C A offers through its director.
Paris experiences visible midnight twilight due to its northern latitude. The faint light persists after sunset, extending the evening into late hours and affecting local sky appearance and outdoor activity. Observers note gradual darkening as night approaches, with the phenomenon strongest near summer solstice.
A merry throng of school children from Miss Gardners primary class marched down Main Street this afternoon led by two youngsters dressed as a king and queen. They proceeded to Grant Park for the annual picnic and frolic.
The funeral for Mrs. Mary Luning was held this morning at nine oclock from St Marys Church. High Mass was sung by Rev Father Bally. Interment followed at the German Catholic cemetery.
A note to high school graduates about affordable study options through the International Correspondence Schools of Scranton, Pa. The program promises many courses with low expenses, free textbooks, and home study. Inquiries can be sent to the Scranton address or the Chicago office on the Graphic Arts Building's seventh floor.
The article traces whale origins from Eocene mammals to modern whales. Prof Frans of Stuttgart studies Cairo fossil jaws to compare ancient whale teeth with creodonts, arguing some primitive flesh eaters adopted aquatic life. It notes whales becoming more fishlike while retaining bloodthirsty feeding habits.
The British National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children houses a stark museum case with straps, sticks, ropes, hooks, bamboo canes, and a chain with a padlock once used to fasten an imbecile child. A two foot by one foot straw basket is shown as the container for twins found on a baby farm, with hanging also depicted as part of the grim collection.
A Paris butcher was sentenced to three months in prison after being found guilty of selling goat flesh dressed to resemble lamb. The case highlights concerns over meat misrepresentation and consumer protection in the city.
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