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Newspaper
Jackson Herald
Location
Jackson, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1905
Page
3
A garbled mix of social commentary, scandal references, and misheard quotes. The piece alludes to a murder question and a court case, mentions Christy Mathewson, a Chicago arrest, a Russian prince fined, and trivia about breakfast and oysters.
Incomplete remarks discuss a new field sun firing 300 shots a minute and argue for universal peace. The text compares Dewey's Manila work and notes an elderly offer, but details are unclear.
A newspaper misreads a taunt about Mr Taft as a weather metaphor. The line “is wetting thin” is explained as implying the secretary is getting thinner, not wetter, reflecting a clumsy pun in early press coverage.
An austere man of science calls kissing an unpleasant practice and argues for a rational approach to mate selection. The narrator jokes that if everyone could use a sophisticated system to choose a spouse, divorce issues might lessen, while a boardinghouse resident’s purple attempt ends in humorous embarrassment.
A truncated historical note mentions Little Freeman Meinerta described as a Brook en scientific law proponent with unusual dietary habits who may confront a brow up decision. The phrasing suggests a local figure involved in a playful or ironic dispute over growth, meals, and standards.
A Berlin expert warns that the bite of nosirl is frequently deadly. The illness is linked to a girl whose box of chocolate creams caused an early end, a detail noted in local health discussions.
The note questions a spice’s role in corrupting the wealthy’s morals while asking about a firmer whose apple pie relies on nutmeg, hinting at a dubious link between flavor and behavior. The fragment mentions spice in food and moral effects without clear evidence.
A Pittsburg court will determine the monetary capacity of a woman's stocking. The experiment is intended to gauge value, but the average man may not be able to react to the result.
An uncertain report notes a New York stock exchange seat sold for 85000 dollars and mentions Platthead Press commemorating a bearer or winner, but the wording is garbled and details are uncertain.
A clipped notice notes that fall stock in womens hosiery and studio window displays appear styled and bold but critics vary in describing them. It records unsure popularity among shoppers and comments on design emphasis.
[Unable to determine readable facts from the fragment. No clear event, person, or organization identified.]
A young man in Lennon theater courted by spectators after appearing with a necklace of diamonds. Reported as American by some, the claim drew attention as fans searched for the source of the gems and the true ownership of the wristwear.
A fractured line hints at a conversation about Fienels statements and a near meeting. The text suggests confusion over wording and potential omissions, with reference to a ground being covered if an adjective were omitted. The fragment feels exploratory and unsettled.
Special correspondence describes the Worcestershire village of Abberton near Atherton and the ancient Abberton parish church. It covers the historic hall at Abberton, its Sheldons lineage, the once royal manor, and the enduring ties to the Henry VII era, with notes on the East Lynne novel’s cultural impact.
Butterfly collectors struggle to estimate values as prices swing. Early buyers paid tiny sums for Whitish specimens while better examples commanded high prices in London markets. Enthusiasts, spurred by strong prices, chase rarities despite uncertain yields and shifting demand.
A garbled OCR passage describes an insurance plan tied to accidental death or disablement benefits. It mentions money guarantees, Keeley as a party, and instructions to fill a roll with pen and date for a one week period, with weekly sums for death or total disability and for temporary total disability.
Railway workers in Prussia will have pensions reviewed and grants adjusted. Those deemed unfit may receive pensions or alternative positions. examination will cover all milwas employees and assess eligibility under new rules.
BasRion describes a mint tablet candy recipe using pulverized sugar water and peppermint. It details boiling steps, cooling, and molding in wafer papers, noting color variations and decorative presentation with greens and browns.
A dusty note describes vivid turbans and trimming choices in various colors including red lavender pale blue pink and greens. It notes strong demand linked to a prior season and mentions white wing styles and owl feather accents as fashionable details.
An English recipe describes soaking and drying a ham then covering it with a thick paste of water and four. It is wrapped in greased paper tied to prevent slipping and baked in a hot oven. If the paper burns another thick sheet is added. After cooking the rind is removed and the ham glazed with granulated sugar boiling water and egg white. A five pound ham should bake about four hours in the oven.
A simple white embroidery jacket with a matching empire dress showcases a white on white look suitable for winter and summer wear. The ensemble features a high sash under the arms tied with a back bow and a Dresden ribbon bow accented by black satin edge.
A plain yet stylish box plaited girls apron with shoulder straps is described as a charming school wear option. It features three box plaits in front, two in back, optional bell, underarm seams, and a fit that covers the dress. suitable fabrics include crinkled muslin, fawn, calico, and dimity.
A description of winter millinery highlights a shaded brown toque with brown quills and a large cluster of vivid dahlia blossoms. The piece emphasizes contrasting tints and brighter coloring on darker hats.
Textile description outlines a white silk blouse with a top yoke of snow white glaze and ribbon knots. The bodice features blow plints and mousseline de sole drapery, with large knots and silk leaves trimmed to match.
Tan and ecru have long held center stage with tan touted as the fashionable Paris color. French taste favors brownish and coffee tints, soft castors, and bronzy tones, praising their adaptability and economy as outfits pair well with many colors. Tan is highlighted as the versatile throughline.
Young women workers in type writing have devised a new ribbon box. Empty reels used to wind ribbons fit neatly in a box, each reel assigned to a specific width and color. Reels can be painted white pink or pale tint to match the lining, making the case both pretty and practical.
Instructions describe selecting a largest bishop sleeve with lengthwise tucks, sewing the seam to near the elbow, trimming two inches along each side, finishing with an inch beeading and ribbon threading to draw the long portion into a dangler at the back of the arm. It notes optional edge finishing if allowance is present.
In latest three piece costumes a new feature appears: a tin welt frill edges the coat, attached to a separate white lawn facing tacked inside. The frill is a two inch straight lawn ruffle with Valenciennes detail and projects lightly, making the coat easier to wash and iron. Made of good lawn, it lasts longer than plain lining under wear.
A display features very pretty hats in soft white felt with gold cense trims and mottled white and dead leaf brown wings. One hat shows a brim that fins sharply on the right side. The French inspired color neutral tones suit early autumn styles better than darker felts and velvets.
Marcum Mayer praises Conan's Kidney Pills, claiming they eased his kidney pain and urinary disorders. He notes the remedy cured sufferers, urges adoption, and lists Foster Milburn Co. as the Buffalo distributor selling boxes at 60 cents. True success, he adds, requires character change.
Letter dated June 14 1904 from Captain W M Graham Wheeling W Va thanks Cuticura Soap and Ointment for curing long standing facial and back sores once thought blood poison or barber's itch. He praises skin clearing and advises households to use Defiance Starch 16 oz packages as a chemical free laundry option.
A Paddy's hurricane describes a calm wind condition with the pennant hanging by the mast. The saying stems from nautical talk where when the wind is up and down the mast it is opposite to a Paddy's hurricane.
An ancient color once signified glory and fortune but evolved to symbolize infidelity and misfortune. In the Middle Ages traitors' doors were smeared with eggs yolk, reflecting this shift in meaning.
Mrs B B Ford of Poshmataha Mississippi touts Pink Pills for Pale People as a cure for uterine regulation and related symptoms. She recounts years of illness, bed rest, and relief within weeks, urging other women to request the Plain Tales to Women booklet from Dr Williams Medicine Company.
A Baltimore man advertises his desire to work and not be paid, claiming he has a large income yet seeks amusement rather than compensation. The note portrays a quirky request reflecting his preference for activity over wages.
Statistica on Children reports fifth year survival per thousand births across regions. New Zealand 889, New South Wales 850, Victoria 844, Ireland 837, England and Wales 762, France 752, Austria 614, Spain 671.
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