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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1908
Page
6
An inventive German set up an electric tower light and suction fan at Zittau to lure and destroy hundreds of thousands of nun moths at night. The method promises wholesale pest control for damaged forests and orchards.
The article surveys Lowell’s canal theory and the critics view Mars atmosphere as thin and clear. It notes observed markings on Mars and the possibility that lines are natural cracks or wind driven features rather than artificial canals. It explains water in the Martian atmosphere and argues for simple explanations, citing Lampland Slipher and planetary volcanism.
A satirical verse questions a political candidate's stance on laws and public land as he centers on votes. It contrasts historic leaders who served duty with a modern figure who seeks support, ending with the refrain that the quest for votes defines the politician.
Amos Tonkinson of West Wind Ohio advocates keeping a cow for lawn care and milk. The paper counters that lawn mowers are preferable, praising speed and reliability and noting cows can disturb gardens and intrude on meals.
A critical view condemns the idle loafer who shirks labor and attacks others. It argues such a person deserves annihilation for undermining work and social order.
A classroom scene shows a teacher asking Charles the distance to Guam. Charles hesitates then quips that Guam is “dead and done for” and “off the map,” implying danger or ruin in the destination.
Mr Fortes and Mr Hough debate simplified spelling. Fortes notes names resist easy simplification while praising his own as strong material for phonetic reform. They discuss how names like XLsQ could be written.
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