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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1918
Page
5
A neighboring state resident enlisted a farmer's daughter to help when a weekend guest list overwhelmed a host. She refused to pick up a dropped fork when asked via a bell, provoking laughter and a quick exit as the room erupted with amusement. The incident highlights rural traditions and the unexpected courage of a woman in a domestic crisis.
Four half grown red squirrels, owned by Morris Eich in Hallowell, Maine, entertain the family with fearless cheek at meals. The mother escaped, but the youngsters remain, wrestling over treats yet sharing spoils calmly after spirited play. Lady the collie tolerates their antics as the squirrels explore a warm nest and abundant food.
In Cartoons Magazine Zim compares the guinea hen to its mate in appearance and notes the poultry’s odd plumage and small spotted eggs. He mocks buyers who seek tender youth in guinea hens and warns they pose a risk of being cheated. He recalls tender gravy but calls the birds troublesome.
Dr W H Vail argues in Christian Herald that modern life drains people and harms others by disobeying simple life rules. He champions a plant rich diet with milk and eggs, warns against food stimulants, and links these to auto intoxication and dire health outcomes.
Shinji Nishimura of the Society of Naval Architecture and the Tokyo Anthropological society presents a historical study of Japan s ancient ships. He argues the Morota-Bune and Korean triangular craft trace to the Ainu fishing boat, diverging into northern and western groups and predating Japan s shipbuilding history.
An English surgeon spoke to women about public health noting widespread ignorance about disease. He debunked myths such as rubbing a wedding ring to cure a stye, red flannel for sore throat, and that measles are inevitable, urging segregation of sick children only when necessary.
In Jerusalem a Syrian maid refutes warning about dangerous microbes in the muddy well. A doctor advises boiling water. the maid boasts family typhoid losses yet resists the long trip to the river, then agrees to heed the doctor after a brief exchange.
A George Eliot passage reflects on enduring sorrow transforming into sympathy, arguing that true growth comes from pain shaping compassion and insight, not returning to old flaws or gossip. It challenges readers to embrace sorrow as indestructible and transforming rather than vanish.
Louise imagines a pretend engagement to avoid social pressure while David agrees to play along. He later reveals he is the college friend Mary mentioned, having assisted to secure a real kiss. Louise then admits she does not want to be released, as she realizes her feelings and the moonlight scene confirms the bonds between them.
Oil offers a cheap frying option since it contains no water like lard or butter. Heat slowly to a faint blue smoke, fry batches until golden brown, then drain on paper. Strain cooled oil for reuse, and store covered to prolong use.
Cream one cup sugar and two tablespoons beef drippings. Beat in one egg then mix soda with molasses and add milk. Stir in cinnamon nutmeg clove salt flour raisins currants and bake in dripping pans. Frost thinly and cut into squares when set.
Four eggs are lightly beaten with half a teaspoon of salt and one eighth teaspoon pepper. Stir in half a cup of hot water and half a cup of grated cheese. Cook in a hot greased pan, fold when firm, and serve on a hot platter.
A reflective vignette contrasts material worth with intangible human behavior. It notes a yard of ribbon costing a ton of tape, explains how women rarely forgive perceived greed, and urges a reader to seek quiet to read amid wartime interruption.
Boil the beans then drain and toss in a pan with a lump of butter. Add chopped parsley flour rubbed into milk, pepper and salt. Cook five minutes on low, shaking to prevent burning.
Rub salad bowl with onion. Mix mustard with salt and paprika. Add vinegar and two teaspoons of tomato catsup or walnut sauce. Stir in one teaspoon chopped chives and optional finely chopped hard boiled egg for extra richness.
If the stove top is crowded the oven can be used to cook vegetables. The note suggests reallocating space to keep cooking efficient and avoid delays.
Rainwater and soap will remove machine oil from washable fabrics. Use a clean cloth to blot excess oil and apply mild detergent, then rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary and air dry away from heat.
An advertisement offers irregular or delayed use Triumph Pills as safe and dependable. Not sold in drug stores. Encourages writing for "Relief" and details, with free address to National Medical Institute, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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