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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1919
Page
4
A list of 23 Armenian lamb preparations features roasted lamb with marzoon sauce and various braises, stews, and grilled dishes. Eggplant plays a key role in multiple dishes, with stuffed vine leaves, yalanji dolman, and yaprak sarma accompanying lamb broth simmered vegetables and fruits for rich flavor.
In New York police courts minor offenders are often sentenced to thrift. Syracuse invested $5,000 in War Savings stamps last year, with funds returned to the men or used for families. Niagara Falls, TD David Broderick on probation was to give $12 weekly for War Savings stamps, protested, then after six months received $230.50 in stamps and chose indefinite probation with a $10 weekly saving.
Pauline Lord visited William Harris Jr for an engagement before his sailing to Europe. Harris balked at pay, Lord asked for the worth, and Harris finally conceded he thought she deserved more but did not believe she did.
A Yonkers newspaper cartoon snippet depicts a mule kick tale with a boss and Sam dialog. The exchange focuses on the distance Sam was from the mule after different kicks, suggesting a humorous or rural reportage tone.
The national forest reservation commission has approved purchases totaling 1,751,005 acres for national forest purposes in the mountain regions of the eastern national forests.
The Rev. Henry Roberts Carson, archdeacon of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Canal Zone, reflects on early days when fever and fear accompanied construction. He recalls establishing churches in labor camps, aiding both black and white workers, and continuing services even as the canal filled with water. The Holy Comfort mission on the west coast serves lepers, with about 80 patients and a dozen children receiving weekly services.
Howard Chandler Christy says American women grow more beautiful with every year. On the twenty second anniversary of his study he declares American women are the fairest on earth and destined to reach a higher loveliness, noting beauty is an art and Americans keep ahead of foreign rivals.
The Detroit News notes a surge in stamp releases as new republics and states emerge after the Austro-Hungarian dissolution. Czech Slovakia Juge-Slavin and several others debut dozens of varieties, with Hungary 28 temporary issues, Estonia four, Livonia 11, Ukrainia and Poland also expanding their stamp catalogs.
Leroy borrows 10 cents from his brother Earl and promises to repay 11 cents “for war tax.” T questions the plan as Earl keeps some allowance, highlighting a humorous take on interest and a child’s misreading of taxes.
A quoted exchange shows a wife recalling marrying against her parents wishes and against friends advice. The dialog emphasizes social satisfaction for those who predicted failure, reflecting period attitudes in a brief note from the Birmingham Age-Herald.
A fragmented dialogue features a Lover and a Returning Soldier amid chaotic imagery. The Lady questions and the Marine remarks on the man’s actions, noting the two bombs.
A witty exchange centers on a woman unable to sharpen a lead pencil, prompting a playful challenge to prove the claim. The dialogue pivots on a comic misunderstanding and a practical demonstration.
A guest recalls a harsh welcome at a village inn in Japan. Cushions, kimonos, and a scent of ritual decor set a formal scene as a hot bath reaches 115 degrees. The innkeeper’s daughter assists, the guest nearly boils, then is switched to a cold tub and finally left to recover.
An Indianapolis Irvington hostess hosted an afternoon card game for three friends. Prizes featured currant jelly she made from garden currants, sparking humor about domestic rewards. Husbands hope the edible prize signals more real food in shareable moments.
A writer argues there is no Jugo Slavs race pointing to Serbs Croats and Slovenes as a single people with common language. He notes religious divisions have been used by imperialists to block unity and references Greek Orthodox and Roman Catholic loyalties. He assigns a population estimate and remarks on territorial size.
The piece surveys wartime delousing, noting how vermin were once called a common army nuisance. It cites Thomas Otway’s mockery, monetary misprisions after disbandment, and 16th century cloth and humor beliefs about lice. It ends with various remedies from older times.
War wick S. Carpenter of the conservation commission notes marathon woods runs by hunting dogs are not universal. Buell Crannell of West Glens Falls saw his dog trail a fox from Cranberry Lake, seventy miles away, with ID tag confirming ownership. He pursued the dog, illustrating the need for dog identification disks.
Stars and Stripes laments rigid saluting customs, noting the habit harms both sides. The piece argues private soldiers, officers, and colonels should reduce theatrics to avoid insults and keep good order.
In the city I saw an aquatic exhibition advertised and bought tickets. I expected girls in bathing suits but only saw men in diving suits. The exchange appears in the Youngstown Telegram.
The eminent French archaeologist Hans M Heron de Villefosse who led the Louvre Greek and Roman sculpture department for years has died at seventy four. He twice supervised the Venus de Milo removal to safety in 1870 and 114, the same enemy reportedly involved in both actions.
That fellow Glipping called me Mr Silenus, remarked Mr Jaysty, He seemed to think of a great joke. What are you going to do about it I havent decided yet. I have forgotten about all I ever knew about Sirenus, but I have an idea that he was neither a pillar to the church nor an ornament to society.
Hosea criticizes modern fiction for lacking “homey” Dickensian heroines and describes the “button test” as a measure of character appeal. He contrasts glossy cover models with practical heroines like Dot and Ruth, urging the doctor to fetch Nicholas Nickleby for his mother’s reading.
Frederick A. Colling writes in Boys' Life about era defining American vessels that led in speed and build quality. The Sovereign of the Seas sailed 436 miles in a day in 1852, the Lightning crossed the Atlantic in 13 days 20 hours, and the James Blaine, a 2500 ton ship, made Boston to Liverpool in 12 days 6 hours. The text notes America’s early transatlantic steamship success but diminishing dominance as wartime and lakes traffic diverted tonnage.
A golfer starts strong in a tournament then falters on the final eighteen holes. After a sharp finish, he cards eleven on the eighteenth, amid amused spectators and a dismissive smile from a stylish spectator in a large hat. The writer notes the moment with humor and a hint of rage.
Quote from Louisville Courier Journal notes that wealth untold is obsolete as all must file an income tax statement. The line reflects taxation era shifts and public discourse on income reporting requirements.
A biographical sketch of A Edward Newton, famed book hunter and collector, who for decades has traveled the world in search of rare volumes. The piece highlights his whimsy and devotion, noting Franklin’s Cato Major and Way of Wealth among celebrated texts and Newton’s claim of the world’s greatest private library.
A British plane used as a decoy on the western front lured German fire as British infantry attacked. The ruse left the Germans firing on the craft while the British advanced and captured the position, with the pilot and observer unharmed.
The coconut industry expanded rapidly during war conditions with 115000 tons of oil exports in 1918, up from 45000 in 1917 and 16000 in 1916. Shipping limits to Hull and Marseilles push profit to ship oil to the United States, while many new mills rise to meet demand, risking excess crushing capacity versus copra supply.
Philippine tobacco exports surged in 1918 with 25 700 tons shipped, up from 6 890 tons in 1917. El gara exports climbed steadily to 359 000 000 pounds valued at 7 million dollars, mostly to the American market, aided by government supervision ensuring shipment quality to the United States.
A Seattle resident built a massive scrapbook of World War reports and pictures, starting in August 14. It weighs over 100 pounds, is neatly indexed, and contains thousands of clipped columns from his favorite newspapers. It promises to be a valuable reference addition.
The article praises Grand Duke Nicholas Romanoff a former army commander and pivotal figure in World War I. It recounts his captivity in Yalta from 1917 to 1918 his later residence in Milan and his enduring status as a symbol of Russian resilience. It credits his leadership with delaying German advances and shaping the war's course.
Robert H. Moulton notes the world’s largest farm at 200000 acres focuses entirely on wheat. If yielding about 28 bushels per acre as expected, it could add roughly 5650000 bushels to the national harvest. The operation uses tractors for plowing seeding and harvesting, with a record day turning 1890 acres.
An Indiana suffragist visits a young country woman to buy blackberries at a low price. The exchange notes roadside abundance and critiques labor value with a retort about a $25 winter payout for gathering berries.
The Louisville Courier Journal records a base ball manager’s remark that it is better to lose early in the season and that he will bear a few losses with resignation if any wins come.
In Crimson Gulch a bar closure stirs quiet mood until Cactus Joe insists the topic will ignite a loud quarrel if someone mentions prohibition. The exchange captures tensions over local saloon culture and looming policy.
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