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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1908
Page
3
Mr. Nelson bought a weather beaten lion named Henry for 287.50 to deter dogs digging bones in his Linden Hills garden. Henry survived early encounters with a Newfoundland bulldog and other dogs, eating several, then fattened into a glossy specimen before Mr. Nelson sold him to the menagerie department for 327.75.
Tim O'Brien, a four foot elevator boy at the Morning Post, earns a vacation blessing from editor Leon Hopper but dies after landing a crucial murder scoop. He begs reporters not to tell his mother and says he has gone on his vacation.
Professor Nuttall’s blood analysis concepts spark zoology debate. The study links the hippopotamus to pigs and the walrus to horses, and reinforces bird reptile relationships. It stops short of linking humans to monkeys and notes only a light kinship with anthropoids.
Rex Beach recalls a crowded Riley's Tonopah saloon where a cow bell from the orchestra provokes chaos as thirsty players wave for drinks. The scene unfolds amid slanted floor, raised gallery, and a roaring two step crowd in Everybody’s narrative.
The London Globe reports a curious English custom in Crowland Lincolnshire fens where cottages sit in a keyhold tenure. Owners hold undisputed tenancy but cannot sell or will. no deeds exist. On a tenant’s death the next passer across the threshold may take the place. The properties carry a county vote but poor law guardians refuse relief.
A New York Post note describes a stray cat perched on a weathered headstone in St Pauls churchyard. Snow turned to slush, crowds left, and the wet path forced the wild but resigned feline to cling to the narrow summit.
Melbourne correspondent reports caterpillars swarm Wodonga Barnawartha roads blocking travel. They denude vegetation and threaten vineyards. An excursion train seven miles from Penshurst halted by dense insects on rails as wheels crushed them.
The unnamed idealist finds satisfaction in being right even if unacknowledged. Mrs. Torkins dismisses the notion, preferring sensible bets over ideal outcomes as she hopes Charley chooses the winning horse.
In a sharp exchange, Holmes notes the lady’s anger after an intruder’s remark. The narration hints at an eventful visit as a friend departs the house in a striking new outfit. A brisk, mystery tone pervades the scene.
In Stanton, North Carolina, a two year old boy became trapped when a churn toppled onto his head. Neighbors and the father saw the child pinned with his chin raised, forcing bystanders to saw off the churn bottom to release him. He nearly died from the fright.
Gen Miles rode rough Montana to Wyoming road with Buffalo Bill as a prank. He ordered the driver to reverse twice and then to Cody. The general bragged that the ride covered 75 miles and he never hit a rock.
A Baltimore girl's first year known as out is described as promising in a Philadelphia Public Ledger item. A bashful admirer asks her to sit out a dance in a palm shaded nook. She hesitates citing a previous kiss, then agrees as he leads her toward the palm bank.
A four year old named Toodles misuses a word claiming it is not swearing because it references a devil. His mother rebukes him for making light of sacred things and teaches him not to swear. The family corrects the child and emphasizes respectful speech.
An Outing Magazine critique contrasts “ Brave ” and “ redman ” in jungle warfare. It argues whites perish more in forest fighting while Indians lose steadiness after reverses, noting the redman’s lack of perseverance and fragile resolve after the initial rush.
An editor of a country paper learns at dawn that a thief stole all reference books including the dictionary. The subordinate asks for reaction and the editor quips that they are “wholly at a loss for words to express our indignation.”
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The article examines tea gowns as essential stylish yet comfortable outfits. It contrasts afternoon and informal evening styles, notes high necks for afternoon wear and low decolletage for evening gowns, and stresses careful lining and fit. It highlights fabrics like chiffon and lace trim with elaborate seasonal options.
A black felt serviceable morning or business hat is described with versatile trim options. Velvet and wings can be added in various shades including a desirable green for those preferring contrast to black.
The piece discusses bonnet strings appearing with the right headgear though bonnets themselves are not revived. Directoire poke hats use strings from brim edges above the ears under the chin tied at one side, while wide brim hats use satin ribbons looped at the left ear or crossed at the nape. Fashion rests on taste and suitability for each woman.
A description of pink shaded lamp frames covered first with pale pink fabric and finished with handmade Irish crochet lace. The design uses imitation filet lace costing less and suitable for home copying. Edges are scalloped and seams concealed by narrow white piping on the frame.
A early 20th century home baking note emphasizes flour selection for bread and pastry quality. It offers recipes for Huckleberry Cakes Popovers New England Puffa and Coffee Rods with practical tips on batter consistency baking heat and ingredient handling.
A teated recipe yields German Leb-Kuchen with brown sugar syrup, milk, eggs, nuts, citron, brandy, and flour to form a stiff batter. Bake thin on buttered pans, then ice with sugar and beaten egg white. Keeps for weeks with proper storage.
A traditional yeast bread method uses three cups sweet milk scalded, two tablespoons butter, two heaping tablespoons sugar, one tablespoon salt. After cooling, dissolve one yeast cake in half a cup warm water and mix with flour to a stiff batter. Let rise three hours, punch down, knead lightly, shape, rise to double, and bake. If yeast is fresh, total time drops to five hours with no kneading and under ten minutes of active work.
A recipe for moss blanc mange uses Irish moss soaked in water then simmered in milk. Add salt and vanilla, strain into a mold, chill, turn out onto a dish, and serve with sliced banana and sweetened cream.
Three large hot boiled sweet potatoes are riced then beaten with salt pepper and a heaping tablespoon of butter. Milk is added to reach a moist consistency. The mixture is placed in a baking dish with bits of butter and baked until browned on top. Serve in the same dish.
A short note advises how to keep a wooden chopping bowl from splitting by storing it upright when not in use and avoiding prolonged inverted placement.
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