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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1916
Page
6
The author argues that rural life gains from roads telephones and cars but emphasizes the school as the core force for rural development. He presses that improving country education is the nation's highest governmental purpose and key to a thriving democratic society.
A New York study reports fresh air school rooms raise vitality and mental sharpness among pupils. Rooms with ample windows and outdoor air show weight gains in open window classes, while cold air stimulates health and helps resist illness.
A reflective piece on the struggle to outrun guilt and the inevitable return of conscience. The essay contemplates social and personal trials, the pull of sensual desire, and the belief that conscience remains a constant companion even amid adversity. A reference to Peter tosoev and pathways toward despair appears in the scattered musings.
The pear tree planted 280 years ago by Governor John Endicott of Massachusetts near the Danvers river remains vigorous and bears a yearly crop of high quality fruit. Once cared for by Endicott and fenced for protection, the three trunk tree inspired local legends and was noted in his will after his death in 1905.
The text argues that water power remains largely undeveloped while industry and utilities rely on coal. It estimates current hydro output at about six million horsepower, with the rest from coal, and suggests optimizing water power could save tens of millions of tons of coal annually and reduce fuel costs nationwide.
The American people face a decisive hour as God seeks great leaders to shape a nation in peril. Hillis warns that cities like Jerusalem Athens and Florence erred, and even Europe’s capitals may join the scrap heap.
Dr Stephen H Langdon of the University of Pennsylvania Museum announces the discovery and nearing translation of a four and a half inch fragment from Nippur detailing recovery after Paradise and the flood. The tablet, older than Babylonian and Chaldean texts, mentions the ark and Lahaimi the deluge god as it recounts civilization’s regeneration under a god of wisdom.
The mock interview quotes Gap Johnson asserting a widow cannot gain damages from a lynching mob. He argues prominent citizens should not pay for “the privilege” of aiding the community and faults voters who may influence the jury’s decision.
Walter Whiteman of Adams Express Columbus Ind pursued a rambunctious colt that bolted from a load. The chase lasted from late afternoon until around ten o'clock, ending when Whiteman guided the animal back to the Pennsylvania line station with no further incident.
A Paris shoplifter caught stealing a curtain was sentenced to ten months in prison. Police found a large cache of stolen provisions and clothing at her apartment. She claimed the goods were placed there as a precaution against a sieve of Paris, but the court did not accept the excuse.
California plans a monumental bridge to connect Oakland and San Francisco. The project would span five and a half miles with three road lanes and four rail tracks, financed at SYR.000000, and include two spans widened for the largest ships to pass.
A reflective piece on peace as civilization's crown and the hope for lasting global harmony. It asserts that peace requires justice and frames war as humanity's enduring foe and energy.
In a dialogue about romance the speaker asserts marriage proposals must be bold and public rather than whispered. The exchange centers on whether a declaration should be quiet or emphatic and dramatic in tone.
The piece recalls a controversial National League play solved by umpire Billy Klein in Philadelphia. With bases loaded and two outs, a walk forced home a run after a runner overrun third. the ruling counted the run since the force play was completed before the third out. The decision reflected umpire consensus at a meeting discussing related plays.
George Gibson veteran Pirates catcher who retired when sold to the Giants last season says he has reconsidered and will report to McGraw next year. McGraw has also traded for Lew McCarthy of the Dodgers. Gibson’s welcome with the Giants is now in doubt.
Maurice McLoughlin novelty in tennis hints at team support while Dodgers manager Wilbert Robinson notes spots to strengthen for next year. Clark Griffith may skip Charlottesville for a Cuba training camp with Washington. Tom Bello shifts to pro cycling. J Booth posts an 85 second mile on an Adelaide road. UC Berkeley and Stanford Jong University students plan dual athletic meet. Jax Fl Mack bought by Robert Gibbon to race at Brunot Island next year. Ball of the Browns backs reinforcements for Fielder Jones. Cornell Schoelkopf track rebuilt with widened straightaway to match eastern end.
A proposed league among Yale Princeton Pennsylvania Cornell and others will stage matches in spring with at least four players per team four singles and two doubles per contest. A six man format may be used and a championship banner awarded to the top team under the Intercollegiate Tennis association with captains forming the executive committee.
The Woodland Golf Club informs USGA clubs it will push at January's annual meeting to reinstate Francis Ouimet and two other members as amateurs. The trio were barred due to business ties, though the club notes widespread support and plans to wait for the regular meeting before seeking action.
A Sporting Life excerpt explains that golfers should learn first principles and practice until the swing becomes automatic. Overthinking individual strokes can disrupt the rest of the swing, so training until shots feel natural leads to easier performance.
Cross country season moves toward the intercollegiate championship with many hill and dale teams preparing. Last fall at Franklin Park Cornell suffered its first defeat ending a long winning streak, coach Tack Monckles vows to rebound.
Pewee Vaughn of Wisconsin who planned to join Connie Mack in spring now says he will remain in college to preserve amateur status and train for a future coaching career.
Hub Tlubo announces from Gallatin Tennessee that he has quit baseball to devote himself to his restaurant and confectionery there. He says he can not keep the season up and will give it up, noting his past work for Louisville was strong but his tendency to gain weight helped lead to retirement. He remains praised as one of the period’s most perfect physical specimens and a powerful hitter.
Benton Springer of Robinson NL, a nineteen year old freshman at Indiana University Bloomington, stands six feet one inch and weighs 180 pounds. A former high school halfback, he set records in basketball and baseball, following brothers who earned athletic spots at Chicago and Washington and Jefferson universities.
The Chinese baseball team of Hawaii finished its tour with 37 wins in 59 against college nines and 61 victories in 119 games against leading independents, marking a strong overall performance.
In the American Magazine Jerry Travers notes golf carries the greatest nerve strain among popular sports. He explains golf lacks the quick physical action of football, baseball, boxing or tennis, leaving players with continuous pressure as they weigh success or failure.
The Boston Nationals and the New York Americans plan spring camps in Miatat Pla and Macon Ga respectively. By late March they may tour together, playing six to eight games under local boards of trade auspices in Alabama Georgia and the Carolinas.
A Chattanooga dispatch reports the planned exchange sending Graff and Allen to Richmond for Mc Dermott and Kelliher has been cancelled. The deal was to involve Third Baseman Graff and Pitcher Allen moving to Richmond in return for Mc Dermott and Kelliher. The cancellation ends the proposed deal and changes team rosters.
A fragment from a wartime paper notes Bulgarian rose fields yield audaciously fewer roses this year due to conflict. Distillation of attar suffers a drop to half, signaling higher prices for the precious oil. The column also plugs Dr Pierce’s Pellets as liver and bowel aids.
The South produces its largest rice crop in history, with prices not rising as other foods. Demand remains limited, leaving rice near the ten year average despite record output.
Promotes Skinner’s Macaroni and Spaghetti as nutritious and economical food for children. Claims to build bone and muscle, with no nervous irritability, and from fine Durum wheat. Offers free cookbook from Skinner Mfg Co Omaha Neb for mothers.
In a western legislature a tall man with a walrus mustache votes no on every LSD resolution and bill. When pressed he explains that 75 percent of those measures are bad and a man who votes right 75 percent is a pretty barned good legislator.
A dental visit spirals as a patient demands a nerve removal but reveals a different motive claiming to be a book agent. The exchange hints at possible deception during a routine appointment.
A growing number of people abandon coffee for tea after enjoying a warm comforting beverage. The trend highlights a shift toward milder flavors and soothing ritual in daily routines as consumers seek gentler caffeine options and varied aromas.
A ten day trial of this delightful hot drink reduces nervousness and sleeplessness. It has helped many to health and comfort, making the Postum drinker say it is worth while to try.
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