Eye of Genius and Eye Strain Across Masters
The article reviews the link between defective vision and nervous strain in famed artists and writers. It cites Wagner, George Eliot, Darwin and others, noting eye strain from near work among typesetters, typists, and laborers, and warns long hours degrade mental health and can lead to blindness or madness.
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Moehwee
Lenbach
Richard Wagner
Ellis
George Eliot
Browning
the Carlyles
Darwin
Huxley
Herbert Spencer
Balzac
Talne
Nietzsche
Tschaikowsky
Metropolitan Magazine
The Art of Felting Shows Ancient Weaving Roots
Antiquarians note felting predates weaving and the Christian era. The Sun explains how interlocking barbed hair surfaces cause wool fibers to felt, with curling fibers felting more readily. It cites goats, oxen, bears, rabbits, and beavers as examples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Early Manuscripts and the Evolution of Writing
The article traces the development of writing from early manuscripts to later scripts. It notes the use of ancient cuprints and lack of spacing and punctuation before the seventh century and the invention of majuscule letters. Cursive writing emerged in the tenth century and was practiced by a few skilled scribes, whose artistry produced beautiful manuscript handiwork.
First Lesson of an Arab Boy
An essay argues that Arabs should keep their responses to themselves to avoid misinterpretation by foreigners. It contends outsiders misread Arab replies as lies and suggests foreigners should mind their own affairs to improve understanding of Arab people.
Strength debate echoes odd exchange at the Market
An observer and a seller discuss strength with a curious analogy about eggs and bees. The observer notes a claim of excess strength compared to a pound of bees, while the seller recalls encountering an eye that could eliminate the others in that proposition.
Floggings on Principle Recalled in Quiet House
In a truncated dialogue Bert fears a paternal flogging after prayers, Billy explains principle is a back-side cue. Bert recalls the last time he was flogged on principle, forcing him to lie on his side for more than a fortnight as Lon smiles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert
Billy
Hilly
One Way to Look at It Narration Exchange
A dialogue shows a man accepting his wife's advice as a way to ease situations. Mr Meekton remarks that when things go wrong there is not as much anger or heat. The exchange hints at domestic wisdom in a humorous tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alweys
Mr. Meekton
Fourth of July Hat Fashion at Millinery Department
A brief ad notes a well stocked Millinery Department on the second floor with a cool hat selection for Independence Day at reasonable prices.
Ready Fourth of July Suits for Men and Boys
Get ready for the Fourth with a wide range of men and boys suits offering the latest weaves patterns and styles. Prices vary by quality and budget, with values claimed as the best of the season.
New Dress Goods Attract Clothing Store Bargains
The shop showcases new dress goods in blue brown green tan grey lavender black and white with dotted patterns stripes and cluster dots. Prices are set low on a bargain counter to invite browsers and shoppers to visit and explore without obligation to buy.
Northwestern Electric to Build World’s Strongest Dam
The Northwestern Electric Company plans a new White Salmon river dam three miles above White Salmon. It will be 100 feet high, 400 feet long, and 11 feet thick at the base, tapering to 15 feet at the top. Crushed rock replaces sand in the concrete mix, with 70,000 tons of material expected. Completion targeted for January 1915 with a 20,000 horsepower plant and transmission to Portland and nearby towns.
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Northwestern Electric Company
Tha Power Elite
White Salmon
Kahine
Portland
WIS Te
Waetitinugton
White Salmon News and Local Notices
White Salmon reports a hospital transfer for Mies Hagel Tholmes to Hood River after an accident near Jewett Farm. Hood River celebrates, and Fourth plans advance with committees and festival activities. A new Catholic church dedication is set for July 5, interior work unfinished, parish hall sized for community use. County division convention at Alpha Opera House endorses a boundary between ranges 1 and 2, with a peaceful meeting. Sunday school at 11, sermons at 11, afternoon service at 1:30, prayer Thursday. Parkdale barber chair purchase. Kimetry shop barter arrangement begins late June. Seven-room rental at 812 Amonth, inquire Reed & Meader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Husum
Belog Sidi. At the County Division Convention Held At the Alpha Opera Viouse
Thie Place
Lyle
Kilekttar
Tile
Willamette Valley Peach Crop Lost
Willamette Valley peach crop reportedly destroyed by cold weather and pests, per Professor H S Jackson of Oregon Agricultural College Entomology. He notes two diseases, peach leaf curl and Californian peach canker, advising Bordeaux mixture spray in spring and selfliquefied lime spray for canker.
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Willamette Valley
HS. Jackson
Entomology Department
Oregon Agricultural College
No Burglar But Worshipful Master
On the night of the fire the Masente Temple door was broken and chambers entered with exit by the rear. Rumor spoke of a burglar, but it revealed Worshipful Master W. J. Chirk was the responsible individual. He saw sparks, entered, inspected the scene, then departed.
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Masente
Rey
Werehipidl
W. J. Chirk
Mrotjark
Dar
Two Community Celebrations Clash In Upper Valley
Notice reports two Fourth of July events in the Upper Valley with leaders from the Upper Valley Progressive Association and the Hood River group expressing mutual support. They expect both celebrations to succeed and anticipate attendees from surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. FF. Thompeor
Upper Valley Tro. Hreserve Association
Benome
Upper Valley
Thompson
Upper Valley Progressive Association
Hood River
Wonderful Oregon Pioneers Reunion Announcement
An Oregon pioneers association reunion will be held at the Masonic temple in Portland. The group limits membership to those born in or who came to Oregon before 1850, with Coast residents eligible if meeting criteria. Badges available from Secretary George Ji Himes. An interesting program is planned.
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Oregon
Pactic
Masonic Temple
Yambill
Weat Park
Portland
Organization of Pioneers
Orowon
Isso
George Ji
Building Walks Enforcement Ordered by City Council
Councilman Staten urged an ordinance to require sidewalk construction when permits lapse. If 60 or 90 days pass without building, the city will construct and charge the cost to the property, preventing bonding by owners. The measure aims to curb long delays in front of properties.
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Staten
Eity
Judiciary
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Har Schafner & Mart
Hart Schaffner & Marx Suit
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Enterprise
Mies Hagel Tholmes
Winiderwond
Jewett Farm
Sever
Pital
Thermies
Gethremanes
Epworth Lennue
Scovelick Ali
WK. Young, Pantor
Parkdale
KR. Dk. Melenne Company
Oren Barker Shop
Kimetry
Jane
Kent
Reed & Meader Wou
Tne
Lee
Agricultural Department For Farmers
Inlletta
Department of Agriculture
Eureka
Corylapsis
Japan
Cars A. Plath
Rexall
Rockler
Hiteself
Benjamin
America
J. G. Vogt
Gordon
Allen & Lewis
U.S.A
J. M. Wood
W. G. Snow
Fourth Street
Bartmess
Oregori
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