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Newspaper

Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1928

Page

8

Missing Heiress Schemes for a California Bribe

Marvin confronts his father Mr Creighton and Miss Schwenckton at a schoolhouse as a coupe plots marriage and money. Creighton offers a five thousand dollar loan in exchange for Amelia Schwenckton leaving town, while Marvin suspects a deeper plot linking Lady Sylvia St Croix and his father.

Creighton Marvin Broighton Acare Hollywood J Nic Alx Plethca Lfdllywood Iporte Meely Frown Iis California Mollywood Witelesha St. Croix Tam Ife Misa Scthwenckton Ant Mr. Steighton Sylvia St. Croix Marvin Knov Ayersino Sylvia St Croix Miss Schwenckton Hayiog Steir Sehiwenekton Mr. Creighton Misa Schwenckten Nehwenéxtop Hin

Witchcraft Trial in Newburyport Case of 1680

A writer in Newburyport recalls a witchcraft scare from 1680. An old man’s house faced uncanny disturbances, his wife was hanged as a witch, and suspicions initially fell on the grandson before later reprieve and dismissal.

Newburyport Musa Dani

Inventor Alters Sounds via Long Tubing in Phonograph

An Tungush inventor modifies phonographic music by routing sounds through more than sixty feet of tin tubing filled with pong fluid, altering tonal qualities and producing unique audio effects as the sound travels the extended pathway.

Frayed OCR Fragment Hints at Historian’s Bond Conquest

Fragmentary text hints at a slender stirule and bond conquery yielding to the ator with unclear context. Readable names or places do not emerge, leaving the core action vague and open to interpretation within the damaged page segment.

Signals at crossings urged by Chicago Motor Club bulletin

A Chicago Motor Club legal bulletin cites a Supreme Court ruling to stress motorist duties at railroad crossings. It notes drivers must stop, verify clear tracks, and proceed only with caution if signals fail. It argues railroad companies must provide signals and operate legally, or risk motorists acting on assumed safety.

Supreme Court of the United States Legal Department Chicago Motorclub Chicago Motor Club Dietiny Supreme Court Thera Vinla

Check Car s Wiring for Best Road Service

Sudden engine stops or misfires often come from a loose high-tension ignition wire at the coil. If the wire loosens from weight, it can pull out. Push the wire into the underside coil connection, spread the end contacts, and reseat firmly. Tape the wire to the coil as extra protection.

Gasoline Engines Adopted by Eastern Railroad

Steam passenger service of the Baltimore and Ohio is switching to gasoline motor locomotives in the Shenandoah region after tests showed engines could carry 71 passengers and baggage on an express. Officials caution further refinement needed to handle heavier traffic and steep grades.

Baltimore & Oho Shenandoah

Keeping a Chain on the Spare in Winter Tire Changes

Motorists who switch a flat tire on a warm car must then move a chain between tires. Keeping a chain on the spare reduces tire-change time in winter. Iona uses four chains, five are better, two or three still help.

Iona

Lubrication Needs For Cars In Cold Weather

Car owners should apply lighter lubrication in transmission and engine when temperatures fall. Steering and suspension parts suffer when oil thickens, causing dry operation and increased wear. Use lighter oil in cold weather and thin with medium oil as needed to prevent stiffness and wear.

Traffic Signal Eliminates Policeman In Traffic Plan

A new traffic signal device by Charles Adler promises to simplify traffic control. Demonstrated for practical use, it would let Majorists regulate traffic themselves. The horn sounds near the signal affected the ears, aiding operation.

Charles Adler

Radio horn signal boxes regulate traffic at intersection

Metal boxes like radio microphones sit by the road. When a motorist honks, their horn triggers the device to send ears that transmit sound. The red signal turns green long enough to let the vehicle pass. After a interval, the light reverts to red until the next honking driver arrives.

Price of a Repair Job Affects Car Owners Decisions

The article explains that knowing repair shop price schedules helps drivers avoid delaying necessary auto work. It notes owners frequently skip repairs if they think prices are too high and urges motorists to understand flat rate pricing to avoid costly errors.

Automobile Hints Offer Oil Change Advice

A faded note suggests that regular oil changes prevent engine troubles and keep the vehicle running smoothly. The text mentions a driver eager to press the accelerator yet struggling to find the pedals, and hints at healthier parts as part of a broader auto care theme.

Manic nation must honor old mountain folk songs says Bandy

Henry L. Bandy of Petroleum Kentucky, state champion fiddler, argues Americans lack true national music. He asserts old mountain tunes and local songs reflect rugged days and should be taught as the nation’s folk songs, echoing ideals from Brarez and Fireside.

Henry L. Bandy Petroleum Avery Woild

Macintosh waterproof cloth invention by Scottish chemist

The first waterproof cloth was made by Scottish chemist Charles Macintosh in 1820s, and his name remains linked to some cloth grades according to Liberty.

Charles Macintosh Liberty

Asthma Left and Never F Return and Mrs Mary Bean Nashua

Mrs Mary Bean of Nashua recounts long suffering from asthma for 17 years with near constant disruption. After using portions of a Nucor bottle, she reports substantial recovery and renewed ability to perform household work, claiming the ailment faded years ago. The pamphlet promises hundreds of similar recoveries and offers a booklet with information about asthma and bronchitis.

Mary Bean Nashua Indianapolis

Rheumatic Pain Relief Claims Boost Quick Belief

A fragment describes a topical remedy claimed to ease rheumatic pains by rapid absorption. It mentions joint comfort and frequent use, suggesting a promotional tone for a product marketed in America. The readable text hints at testimonials and a quick acting effect.

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