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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1883
Page
10
The article discusses memory loss in middle age as a symptom not to ignore, noting possible links to fatigue kidney issues and other health problems. It contrasts middle age with old age memory decline and advises rest, reduced work, exercise, temperance, and cautions about tonics and stimulants.
A historic description of elephant capture, detailing government demands, temple and circus needs, and the kraal process. It outlines driving herds with spotters, nighttime fires, and the use of tame elephants and mahouts to restrain wild ones, with ropes and stakes to trap and immobilize them.
A vivid account from the Cincinnati Enquirer describes elephants used by the Public Works Department and recounts a dramatic incident during a royal visit to Ceylon. It notes elephants’ sagacity, their role in unloading stone and tubing, and the peril of rogue elephants in frontier settings.
A correspond ent explains how log size straightness and taper affect cordage. Doyle's rule for sealing logs in Michigan uses a 16 foot standard and small end diameter to estimate board feet. Crooked timber and slab loss reduce actual lumber yield, with smaller logs often producing more slabs than large ones.
A thoughtful look at entering livestock breeding as a venture for ambitious amateurs. The piece weighs practical farm experience against tact and judgment, stresses market demand for quality stock, and compares livestock capital needs with manufacturing risks. It cites guidance from the National Live Stock Journal.
The Ting-Yuen, a Chinese corvette built at Stettin, reportedly damages itself when fired. Discharges smashed skylights and a smoke-stack, ripped a bridge rail, shattered furniture, and sent coal into the deck. A volley caused near destruction, suggesting the ship is dangerously powerful for its captors if seized by the French.
A New England farmer correspondent argues that liberal application of phosphoric acid potash and lime protects plum and cherry trees from black line disease claiming the ailment is rare on new soils rich in minerals.
The narrator debates monkey intelligence and behavior describing their curiosity, fear, and speech limits. He recalls a Delhi monkey calling its master’s name in fear and ponders whether monkeys talk among themselves, while noting their unpredictable transformations and social quirks. He compares them to Hindoo fakirs and muses on whether monkeys could be asked questions about various legendary figures.
A methodical guide recommends using a faithful German translation of an English or American novel with a dictionary and grammar. Start with frequent reference to the English original, then read and memorize through repeated word encounters, building vocabulary without forced drills. Reading the German translation enhances thought transfer and engagement more than originals, according to The Continent.
A Sacramento judge sentenced a prisoner to ninety days and a fine for a minor offense. The inmate served the term but could not pay the fine, misbelieving it meant life imprisonment. An attorney filed a writ of habeas corpus, and the prisoner was released. The case raises whether failure to pay the fine could justify life imprisonment.
A discussion contrasting brave acts with foolhardy daring. The essay cites Matthew Webb’s rescue attempt and Niagara River swan dive, noting lines between bravery and vanity. It argues true bravery saves others or faces danger for noble ends, while reckless displays harm self and others.
A Detroit lawyer recalls a strange incident where a wife and husband sought his services for divorce at the same time. He mediated a settlement and advised they stay together, noting he charged twice as much for the settlement advice as for the divorces.
A terse item notes trade dollars are not taken at par in a Texas Siftings item about an incident involving a child. It mentions a mother and Rufus-Botts and implies a misreading of currency value during a purchase or payment.
The method uses a four inch affixed to a long pole dipped in turpentine to threaten teat caterpillar nests and kill insects it touches.
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