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Newspaper
Independence Enterprise
Location
Independence, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1909
Page
7
A lecture by Sir Victor Mortey discusses how the cerebellum governs automatic movements such as walking and running. He notes that fully developed cerebellar tissue enables coordinated action and mental control, citing a cat with fully formed cerebellum as evidence.
An illustrated fragment describes Fez life with women hidden from main areas, scented floors, and careful removal of footwear before entering rooms or courtyards. It notes strict domestic etiquette during forbidden hours and the ornate, fragrant interiors of Moorish homes.
in Washington Jose Mertecal Mexican minister of foreign affairs denied a revolt in Mexico saying reports of conflicts at Gualemdalejara and other points were unfounded. He said the people back President Diaz and that troops are moving north to Galeana where Gen Bernardino Reyes is sheltering. Customs guards on border trains have been doubled and imports tripled to stop smuggling of arms.
A Swedish correspondent for a Danish newspaper comments on English life and manners. He notes English habits include washing with large amounts of water, open tramway car windows year round, and spitting in parks near the gate. The piece warns of drowning risks for bathers and the dangers of water inhalation, especially at sea, and closes with a remark on air and cleanliness.
The London Saturday Review describes diving bell spiders using two methods to collect air while beneath water. One method traps air in velvety tail hairs forming a bubble that travels with the spider to breathe underwater. The second method captures a surface bubble to descend and feed from a bell woven under plants.
The London Chronicle notes several stolen or misapplied toponyms outside Lancashire. Etruria in Staffordshire owes its name to Wedgwood copies of Etruscan pottery, while Wales and Scotland show Bethesda Hebron Joppa Alexandria and Porto Bello. Valentia off Ireland bears a Spanish name linked to a non theft origin.
A dialogue highlights a youth asking which inspires more admiration poetry or music. Miss Cayenne favors music noting that popular song lyrics can be absurd compared with melodies.
A humorous exchange notes Scaddsworth’s grandfather was a barber and jokes his napkin-tucking habit hints at barberium ancestry. The witticism appears in the Chicago Record Herald and is referenced by True Valories In the middle between cowardice and rashness Cor Cordante.
The Punta Goria Herald reports a ship at anchor at Boca Grande when a dolphin chased a flying fish toward the vessel. The creature leaped above the bow as the ship raised, guiding the fish toward the deck in a graceful arc. Also, the late Rev. B R Howels endured a dangerous childhood illness, later living a long, industrious life despite health scares.
A traveler from America tours the Egyptian Sphinx and laments its worn face. He jokes that a quick cement nose from Chicago could restore its head and stun onlookers.
To revive scent in baskets woven from sweet scented gram, plunge into boiling water and remove almost immediately to restore aroma and finish.
The Department of Justice announced President Taft refused a pardon to Charles Nickell former United States Commissioner and Medford Oregon newspaper editor. Nickell was convicted of conspiring to induce perjury by false statements in land purchase applications in Oregon.
Portland Aug 24 Francis J Heney the special prosecutor in land fraud cases said he would not prosecute ex United States Land Commissioner Binger Hermann of Oregon. He stated I have no jurisdiction on the matter and I do not know that he will ever be prosecuted. He advised asking the attorney general about future action.
President Taft orders the army enlistee strength not to exceed 80,000 beginning July. The total includes hospital corps Philippine Scouts and service schools detachment, lowering overall manpower from about 88,000. The move aims to cut government expenses.
At Camp Perry Ohio on August 24 H. O. Roesch of Oregon under 21 won the Governor’s Match. He defeated top international shooters to capture the $500 trophy cup, plus a gold medal and $50 in cash, earning rapid promotion in the service.
Seattle August 24 Harriman architect H J Paterson announces plans for the Harriman terminal and depot in Seattle. It will be completed in January 1911 at a cost of 500000. Paterson and Harriman officials say the structure will be unmatched in the west.
An express wagon arrived at the Smithsonian Institute carrying nine black barrels and a large box with Roosevelt expedition trophies from Africa. Officials said more shipments would follow.
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