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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1916
Page
4
A faded editorial voice laments language change and modern typography. The piece mocks new orthography and public schooling marks while praising traditional spelling and style, asking readers to consider whether reforms corrupt dignity and truth in writing.
In Greece a clan hostess hosts a birthday gathering for her son and playmates, while the narrator and a friend observe from the edge. The speaker notes the modest fare and jokes the scene reflects Greek generosity as a cultural contrast, and cites the hostess’s English visit as proof of differing norms.
The article recounts a late 18th century plot by Chevalier, a fanatic at a French arms factory, to kill Napoleon with a bomb made from two barrels containing powder bullets broken glass and white arsenic. A miscalculation caused the device to detonate early. If successful, European history would have changed.
A dusty tale explains how wild deer scraped soil in English forests, creating holes travelers might fall into. The phrase scraped became slang for getting into trouble after amusing misadventures, later adopted by Cambridge students to describe assorted difficulties.
The Sun to Winter explains that Earth is about 3,000,000 miles closer to the Sun in winter than in summer. It argues that warmer weather in winter would not follow simply from proximity because heat depends on sun ray direction, with summer rays being more vertical and days consequently hotter.
A Chambers Journal excerpt discusses how wider eye fields in certain beings allow seeing around corners and to peaks, noting both potential drawbacks and benefits. It suggests this development could aid in detecting pickpockets though framed as speculative.
The text explains that water contracts until it reaches 40 degrees then expands when frozen. It states ice expands as molecules arrange more loosely than in liquid water, noting nine cubic inches of water become ten cubic inches of ice.
In Yonkers Statedman humor column a quip depicts a dialogue where a speaker asks about a brother’s path. The reply reveals the brother will not join the military but become a dentist, underscoring a humorous take on career choices.
A note on feeding carrots to cows to tint butter and milk color. It states milk not richer, only more colored by the feed. Also includes a moral line about fearing death, from Uint or Plate, and a Fireside larm reference.
W Straus argues in a 1917 feature that 66 of every 100 who die leave no estate, and only 34 leave estates. 9 exceed $6,000, while the rest hover near 1,300. He cites dependence of 97 of 100 on relatives or public aid, urging thrift as the key shield against pauperism.
A traveler describes seeing a distinct shadow cast by the waterfall under a full moon. He notes the Moon behind him creating a silver glow as two linked cascades rise about 18 stories high, with dense trees reflecting moonlight and outlining his shadow on the wings.
An elderly mariner explains that most people misuse life preservers, pulling them over their heads and sinking. The correct method is to grasp the side toward you and press with full weight until the opposite side rises and covers the wearer, enabling rescue.
The United States appropriated 220000 for a steam warship shaped as a flat ing battery designed by Robert Fulton. Intended to fire scalding water and cannon balls, the vessel was renamed Fulton after Fulton’s death. Launched October 20, 1814, its engine installed in May, but the War of 1812 ended. the ship never fought.
The great detective attends a social event and is introduced to a beautiful woman. He asks her to dance and, after a couple of rounds, questions her about her married status. She answers with wit as he notes the absence of a visible wedding ring. The exchange reveals a playful misreading of marital ties.
A brief exchange questions whether adverbial and adjective forms affect meaning. The pedagogical friend claims no difference between talking loud and talking loudly, while noting a distinction in how legal advice is given for a large fee versus freely.
A misprint vignette from Harper's Magazine describes a traveling ahaman asking a streetcar conductor to go faster. The conductor replies he cannot speed up because he must stay with his car, leaving readers with a quirky, clipped moment.
A reflection on genuine friendship stating that true friends share deep happiness without words, existing in mutual understanding and presence. Emphasizes that real connection transcends spoken language and thrives in shared moments.
A Dartmouth Jack o Lantern quote hints at frosh and varsity lineup ideas and a playful mismatch between new students and veterans. The brief item captures campus humor around the upcoming season and team contrasts.
Spokane Me view reports a playful jab about a president and his wife knowing his exact salary, noting the humor in such domestic insight. The line hints at public interest in presidential pay and family awareness while keeping a light tone.
The article describes the historic Reuss rulers all named Henry with two numbering systems. One branch numbers by birth after every century, the other after every hundred years. The two lines cover about 400 square miles, with Reuss Elder and Reuss Younger linked to German states and the 1815 German Confederation.
The text outlines Isabella II being declared of age at thirteen, her stormy reign, the 1808 revolutions, and a provisional government with Marshal Serrano as regent. It notes the 1869 Cortes vote for a monarchy, Amadeus of Asti chosen in 1870, a brief reign, and the 1873 republic return followed by Alfonso XII's ascent as king.
The London Standard notes that artificial indigo rose to commerce after a lab accident in which a thermometer bulb broke, spilling contents into heated maphthalene, speeding conversion to phthalic acid. Mercury then aided production, allowing a compound “exactly the same” as natural indigo to be made commercially.
A Berlin anecdote credits Frederick the Great with a grandiloquent new palace that mocked enemies and displayed a trio of female figures including Catherine the Great Maria Theresa and Madame Pompadour. The piece portrays Frederick’s jest as a pointed political commentary.
The excerpt muses on recognizing lovers of banks and books, noting roal lovers, servant pon de, and interference. It contrasts a book lover who cares for diet contents with a man who values books for their content, and imagines arranging shelves with authors and titles to keep them happy together.
A feature quotes a York newspaper remark praising enduring manmade works while noting tunnels and bridges rise and fall though earthworks and monuments endure. The piece reflects on permanence of earth and stone versus architectural feats and a stray semantic note about a treth in observation.
A playful 19th century note urges men to marry before women gain more emancipation. The cartoonish dialogue features a Plarried Man warning a Not married yet man, while the Blarrried Man chides him to act promptly amid changing times and social norms.
A fragment from the Louisville Courier Journal notes a playful exchange about marriage happiness. It quotes a wife praising her husband as the wisest person on earth and a husband calling his wife the most beautiful, ending with a lighthearted inquiry about perfection.
The article hints at romantic turmoil with Ruth and Pete, suggesting an all or nothing stance in affection. It echoes a tabloid tone about relationships and personal entanglements, set against a melodramatic backdrop.
A fragmented excerpt shows characters Ginch Bubbins Stubbins and Burice debating location with evasive tone. The text references facing south north pole and “virtue” and “Shame” as aside motifs, lacking clear event or outcome.
A cheap glue brush can be made from elm bark found in a yard or lumber yard. Peel the inner white bark, cut to brush length, soak one end in hot water, and press onto a hard surface while wet. The bark fibers separate to form a tough, inexpensive brush that lasts longer than store bought brushes.
A reader recounts a vivid scene from a Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph narrative where a heroine stealthily approaches with a dagger, a hero appears, and the crowd reacts. The text blends dialogue and impression, detailing a dramatic moment with vivid, if imperfect, prose.
The Servians express patriotic devotion through folk songs, with love, death, and harvest songs present but wild patriotic outbursts best showing the national spirit. Germany’s influence and mountain agriculture shape Servia as a home-loving nation.
The article cites a governor registered code restricting displays and sumptuary rules in Cape Town. It limits who may possess certain garments and outfits, targeting merchants and citizens, with emphasis on wives and daughters of current or former members of a group. The text appears fragmentary and focuses on enforcement dates and eligibility.
A garbled OCR snippet mentions Sirs Dubwaite and Mr Dubwaile with a photograph. It references a well known gilvertinar and a diver named Alon. The passage includes unclear names and a scene about a plane and a phone choice, with unrelated phrases scattered throughout.
An archaic text fragment discusses the unicorn as a legendary horned hoofed creature. It notes ancient depictions and myths from distant cultures suggesting a singular horned animal once existed in remote history.
A cryptic question from New York Globo describes a mathematical puzzle about two people, a wife and a daughter, with timing clues. The note asks which will come first, implying a sequence or priority in arrival or events, but provides limited explicit details.
The item hints at a rumored marriage involving Bigiow's daughter and a fluidn aire. A reply recalls a prior attempt by Bigiaw to borrow $10, implying interest in the gossip linked to recent social chatter and financial strain.
The Washington Star quotes parents puzzled by their son who insists on bending every matter to his will. They humorously note that he treats them as if he owns every choice, reflecting generational clash and household power dynamics.
Mark Hanna, a Missouri bred jack, is described as a premier breeder with strong disposition. The animal stands 1h hands high and weighs 4,000 pounds, and has been examined by veterinarian Dre Lindsay who pronounced him sound. Proprietor Lillard Craelinger of Iowa promises service, warning readers about fees and accidents with terse business terms.
Pure Bred Stallions MAUPAS state certificate No 8515 a Percheron horse about 15 years old will stand for the 1916 season at my barn in Graettinger from Wednesday to Monday with the balance of time northeast of Graettinger Terms 15 to insure live cost 12 to insure mare with foal Breeder to cover service fees if mare disposed Due care but no responsibility for accidents
Paddy, certificate No 8375, is a pure bred stallion weighing 1400 pounds and a five year old coach horse. Available for the 916 season at the barn in Grachtinger across Cammon's lumber yard. Owner Lacs Egesos states the same terms as described above.
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