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Newspaper
Ismay Journal
Location
Ismay, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1912
Page
3
A lively catalog of etymologies tracing how phrases like O dear and dandelion evolved from Latin and French roots. It covers terms such as boss from Dutch, nap from kidnap, demijohn from Persian damaghan, and many playful shifts from romance and ancient tongues.
The two decked line of battle ship Implacable once at Devonport for over a century has been relocated to Falmouth to be preserved as a national monument. Originating as the French Duguay Trouin, she was captured by Britain then recaptured by France and surrendered to Britain at Trafalgar before serving as a training ship.
James and Jess McCarthy mining a copper claim above timber line on Mount Blanca report wild horses running loose on the sand dunes of the Uncompahgre range south west of Mount Blanca and Mosca Pass. Observers say hoofprints span large ground and a long ago government survey party left only a lone instrument in the sands.
Ada Welch of 2206 Olive Street St Louis met a stranger in Pascagoula Mississippi and asked for a kiss before dying. She kissed him then drank poison and died instantly, authorities report.
The London museum at Kensington Palace has added a seventies knife-board horse omnibus to its collection as the automobile rapidly replaces horse drawn vehicles. The exhibit marks a shift seen in other cities with horse cabs growing scarce and historical transport fading from daily use.
The article recalls the April 1865 battle at Bentonville Johnston County near Raleigh North Carolina. Trees still show cannon fire and hot musketry marks. Albert Ross cut timber and sparkled explosions occurred as shells embedded in wood exploded. Sawyers warned by embedded bullets. General Sherman called Bentonville his greatest setback of the march.
An autopsy by Dr. A W Foertmeyer on Frank Heley who died at Cincinnati City Hospital revealed Heley had seven distinct spleens. The heart was located on the right side of the body rather than the usual left, according to the report.
Palaeontologists report perfectly formed fossils of a trilobite species from the Cambrian formation in British Columbia. The fossils are dated at more than 26 million years old, described as exceptionally preserved and significant for understanding early animal life.
In a lively town dining room a circle of friends debate love and pride. Bob Thorne finally admits Anne is the one woman who could love him, and she reveals her own guarded heart before accepting his marriage proposal after a moonlit walk and a kiss.
The tunnel under the English Channel was first proposed by French engineer Mathieu in the early 1800s. Financing emerged fifty years later, with 1867 showing potential for real progress before the Franco Prussian War paused work.
Three boys rest between tennis sets in Central Park muse on how to handle a girl named Sadie who heckles them by tossing a hat. They discuss striking or kicking at boys but question permissible actions against a girl, revealing a perplexing social dilemma in a casual debate.
A guest speaks of “wood pulp sandwich” and a waiter apologizes as the guest notes being used to paper bag cooking at home in a brief domestic vignette.
A dialogue fragment argues the witness Bete cannot be verified as truthful because she is a dressmaker. The reply suggests a dressmaker’s profession implies a life guided by patterns, tying occupation to perceived character.
The text explains that no instrument like a scope can reach sixty feet underwater. A glass-bottom bucket or box is used to peer into the water when the sun is directly overhead. Light from electricity or another source is needed for these devices to work reliably, and shading with a cloth helps reduce glare.
The Cuticura soap and ointment are promoted for infant skin care and treating eczema rashes and itching. The ad touts purity, fragrance, emollient effect, economy, and worldwide distribution with a sample offer via a 32 page Skin Book and address for Cuticura Dept. L Boston.
An exchange reveals a conversation about eerie noises on the veranda last night. The daughter confirms the sounds while the mother questions whether the visitor was kissing or swatting mosquitoes.
An old advertisement touts Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as a thorough cure for constipation and a favorite family laxative, claiming relief from numerous listed maladies.
A concise note suggests a bright mood when favorable events align. The message highlights a sense of progress and personal momentum driven by favorable circumstances.
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