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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1908
Page
2
A collage of humorous quips and brief world notes including comments on marriage work, aviation potential, imperial finance, and science. Items mention specific figures, places like London and Ark ansas, and institutions such as the Bowery Mission and Kaiser. Short, punchy observations reflect early 20th century newspaper humor and miscellany.
Edward B. Clark surveys nest habits of tree swallows flickers warbling vireos and cedar birds with anecdotes on how these birds defend nests against storms and predators. He notes tree swallows nesting in roof boxes, flickers defending nests from egg theft, and robins enduring hail while protecting eggs.
Germany recycles cotton waste from its mills and imports from around the world, with the United States supplying over a million dollars yearly. Waste is used to make towels, cloth, and other goods, sometimes exported back to the U S or sold to the Philippines. Wool waste is blended for cheap hosiery and textiles. The piece notes secrecy over mixing ratios. It closes with a social observation about conversation and inspiration from women.
A Boston physician recalls a tale of his child Tom and a strict medicine routine. The father worries after finding a blank dose chart but learns his wife used timing and memory tricks to ensure doses. The mother notes she told Tom the hours and he resisted until the half hour approached.
A new two envelope system from Paris claims to thwart theft or tampering. The inner and outer envelopes use contrasting papers with gummed taps and a star shaped opening that shows through to the inner layer, making tampering obvious when the outer flap is sealed.
A wind blown traveler asks for a good meal and is directed to a restaurant. He later returns, swears off the place as the worst meal in town, and learns the other man delayed sharing a better option to spare him. The exchange ends with a wry quip about shared misery.
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