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Newspaper
Indiana Progress
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1933
Page
8
A curious species, the flying squirrel hides in hollow trees by day and ventures out at dusk. It glides from heights of about 50 feet using a membrane between fore and hind legs as a parachute, not truly flying, with keen night vision noted by Ernest Thompson Seton.
A brief overview explains tanning as pigment buildup protecting skin from sun exposure. It notes that lighter northern peoples develop less pigment while southern populations have more protective pigment, with variation among races and generations.
The outer surface carries the silver coating that reflects light and does not pass through glass. Exposure to air causes tarnish and corrosion, reducing telescope efficiency as moisture loosens the film. After months the surface shows brown hue and small holes where silver particles have displaced.
A 56 page volume printed in Fayence in 1476 was discovered by a research student in the Fayence Municipal Library. It originates from the press of Fer and Clander, Germanic craftsmen inspired by Gutenberg. The book titled Doctrines of Alessander di Villadel presents Latin verse grammatical rules and dates to the era of early European printing.
A simple at home project uses thin vibrant wood and cat gut to craft a sounding box with strings stretched over it. When placed near a window and wind passes through, the strings sing with a pleasant tone varying in intensity and number of vibrating strings.
Scientists report about 400 million cosmic bodies enter the earth's atmosphere each day, with around 20 million large enough to appear as shooting stars. The term meteor derives from a Greek word meaning things in the air, and ancient beliefs placed them in the atmosphere rather than from space.
In Dias Gyor hosts Hungary s only school for Gypsy children where daily inspections ensure cleanliness with soap and water for those not meeting standards. The curriculum includes reading writing arithmetic and lessons on speaking without swearing.
The article explains two engraving methods used on precious stones for cameos, intagilo and relief, with onyx, agate and carnelian as common materials. It notes layered stones create contrasting figures, outlines the careful wax mold process, and cites Greek masters famed for patient, durable carvings. It identifies Santa Lucia and Torre del Greco in Italy as centers of the cameo trade.
The first widow pension for a U S president began July 14 1870 after an act authorized the secretary of the interior to place Mary Lincoln on the pension roll at 3000 per year. The rate rose to 5000 in 1882 and has remained since. Tyler's widow once received 100 per month before a reduction due to his Confederate Congress membership. No universal law governs pensions. each case requires a special act.
A century ago Port Alexander a Portuguese possession off West Africa vanished in an instant during a massive surge. Inhabited harbor vessels disappeared with no warning leaving wreckage and many bodies. Survivors spoke of an immense tide engulfing the island and reef, then Port Alexander was gone without trace.
Various sea creatures puff and deflate, growing larger or smaller as needed. Globe fishes swallow water or air to swell into balloon-like forms protected by a spiny armor. They are too round to swim fast, yet their puffed state deters predators. A hiss marks deflation as air is expelled.
An archaic ode praising a reliable horselike machine, celebrating its self starting features and sturdy frame. It compliments the vehicle for lacking horns bells or annual license fuss and notes inner tubes spark plugs and motor stay reliable, ending with a nod to Arkansas Highways.
Popular Mechanics reports Poppy oil widely used in China as lamp fuel, especially near opium centers where it is cheap and plentiful. Light from poppy oil is weaker than kerosene, yet costs about half as much, a key factor for local households amid limited supplies.
John Barclay discusses efficient coal heating focusing on anthracite's heat value and slow burn. He details three dampers for furnaces the turn damper check damper and ashpit damper and advises correct placement and operation. He urges readers to install these dampers to maximize heat and cut costs. He also suggests a hot water stove using pea coal for economical domestic hot water with automatic control and long burn.
The Crete U P C U hosted West Union and Olivet U P C U on Sept. 10. Betty Weiss, 10, remains in critical condition after appendicitis surgery but shows signs of improvement. Local socials include West Union Y P C U entertainment at West Lebanon hall and a Parkwood corn roast. Community members attend Dayton Fair. student minister Donald Almes wraps summer duties and returns to Pittsburgh Xenia Seminary. The piece closes with reflections on abundance and neighborly sharing.
Services next Sunday at the Crooked Creek church with Sunday school at 10 o clock and a young people's meeting in the evening followed by church services. Mr and Mrs Murry Over and son Dickie returned to Girard after visiting Mrs Over and son with her parents Mr and Mrs C A Brady. C A Brady's family spent Sunday visiting their son Paul and wife near Marion Center. F B Kirk's family were Saturday evening callers in Indiana. Mr and Mrs rank McGara were Saturday evening callers in Indiana. Mr and Mrs Harry Miller and Mr and Mrs Jay McQuilin visited friends in Blairsville on Sunday. A Brady was a Monday caller in Indiana.
Miss Pauline Lackey recovers after a car accident while Clair Spence and Harold Fairman were home. The Steffeys were ill, and Mrs. Jessie Johnston’s family visited relatives in Kittanning. Dayton fair attendees included the Shorts and Longs. Several residents traveled to Indiana and Butler, and local events featured a Dilltown play and a young folks council performance.
The church basement social last Friday night drew a large crowd with Welner sandwiches cookies pickles and lollypops as refreshments. Mr and Mrs John McGaughey former residents now of Pittsburgh and Mr and Mrs Akey along with Delbert Akers attended a funeral in Seward. Luella Carson has died Shae remains in poor health. Mrs Hannah Devlin left for Indiana after two months with the McCurdys. Lawrence McCurdy tended a sore knee at home this week. Ladies Missionary Society and Working Circle plan to meet at the Peelers on Wednesday.
A promotional note explains a five dollar and fifty cent Post-Gazette home delivery offer limited to Indiana County residents or those not served by Post-Gazette carriers. It emphasizes same day mail delivery and points readers to page 2 for other club bargains.
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