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Newspaper
Kingman Star
Location
Kingman, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1912
Page
5
A Southside physician describes a simple homemade trap: a glass with soapy water beside a molasses coated bread slice. Flies crawl through a hole to reach the molasses, succumb to the fumes, and drown in the glass. He praises safety and ease versus formaldehyde methods.
Birmingham's sole piece of radium from Messrs Southall Bros. & Barclay vanished after a skin specialist treated a worker. The patient reportedly carried the box home, misjudging its value and danger, and may suffer nose loss after attempting self treatment. Police recovered the item at the man's home.
In early English history the typewriter is shown as an ancient instrument with its modern rise in business. A 1714 patent granted to Mr Mills, an engineer for the New River company, describes an artificial machine to press or transcribe letters neatly onto paper or parchment, as exact as print.
A former archdeacon visits a distant parish while the rector is away. Guided by the clerk he discovers wheat growing in the churchyard. The archdeacon laments the discovery while the clerk explains the mix up with a pun on planting.
A farmer recalls voting for a long-serving congressman after trading horses years ago. He explains his continued support stems from feeling safer with the representative's time in Washington. The exchange captures local humor about political loyalty and practical ties to national service.
In a terse exchange, a young man is challenged by a father over his plans for the daughter. The dialogue reveals the suitor’s position that his proposal was for marriage, not merely support, intensifying the family’s deliberation on the union.
A dramatic senate scene features Senator Heyburn angrily confronting colleagues including Penrose Brandegee and Dixon after sparring with Senator Clapp over the statehood bill. A veteran cab driver remarks on his battle scars, recounting dents from hobnails boots and a hobnailed boot mishap in a single day, as a bemused passerby listens.
A doctor asks a patient about their health and urges taking prescribed pills. The patient admits not taking them yet, prompting the doctor to insist the patient start the medication for improvement.
Newport belles seek style on a budget but pale beside Princess Chulong of Siam who, as the eldest of 80 sons and 20 daughters of the late king, wore attire cost at least a million. Her harem skirt embroidered in silver and gold carried gems valued at 255000, a necklace of fine pearls worth 50000, and diamond studded slippers, making a total likely near one million.
A Delineator suggestion describes repurposing a damaged hot water bottle by cutting off the neck, attaching brass rings and a ribbon to create a leakproof cap for small medicine bottles. The method protects items in a suitcase and mentions using another bottle as a toe rubbers case.
A backstage exchange reveals leading lady and stage manager debating casting Reginald Rhinestone as an old salt. She argues he is too fresh for the role, while the stage manager stands by the choice.
A terse exchange about prison meals. Dusty describes the daily menu as bread and water, noting the routine repeats for each day. The brief dialogue conveys a stark, survivalist tone with a touch of humor.
The French aviator Garros set an extraordinary altitude record by climbing to 13,943 feet, approaching two miles above ground. Comparisons are drawn with birds like the skylark and with Pike's Peak, noting Garros surpassed Lincoln Beachey’s Chicago mark by 2,365 feet, a feat that would have amazed observers just a few years prior.
A Muncey man visiting Philadelphia encounters embarrassment at a Broad Street theater when he discovers the opera glasses he holds are empty. In near darkness his arms rise, prompting a friend to ask the cause and the man to humorously insist no liquid remains in the glasses.
A raspy exchange portrays a street scene where a merchant complains his business merits little advertising while a solicitor pushes for any ad spot to sell goods. The dialogue highlights persistent hustle and the push to market amid modest prospects.
Quote from Life noting a farmer discovers the supposed scarecrow is actually his husband, turning a rural pest control into a domestic punchline. The exchange highlights humor in rural life and mistaken identity with a practical joke twist.
A short banter about neighbors centers on a boastful chesty description and the house with the prominent front. The exchange playfully identifies the neighbor by appearance and the house with the better facade.
A humorous dialogue unfolds as one person urges shaving a beard while the other laments the barberlike nature of the request. The exchange plays on affection and social expectations in a witty back and forth.
The article notes sunflowers have many uses from seeds for feed to oil for cooking and candles and soap. It highlights Russia India Egypt Turkey Germany Italy and France. oil is the main product with olive-like quality and potential for broader farming impact.
Lizzie accuses of kissing while asleep and Percy admits taking one kiss. Lizzie counts twelve kisses before waking, exposing a playful yet tense confrontation between the two.
An Indianapolis woman recalls a Kentucky born colored servant who called herself pernickety meaning fastidious. The term, now obsolete, appears in dictionaries and traces its travel from Virginia settlers to Kentucky and into Indiana as part of regional language history.
In Sunday Magazine Mrs. C. W. Earle revisits English life history with Memoirs and Memories, noting Sydney Smiths wit. He quips to Mrs. Earle that Bath holds an aunt for everyone, calling it a perfect ant-heap, reflecting a running charm in the anecdote about Bath and family.
A London Globe anecdote has a genial host joking at dinner that his wife has invented a promising device to remove a fish bone stuck in the throat. The playful exchange underscores light domestic humor during a meal.
In a sharp exchange, a New Yorker defends civil service saying it is sound and fixed, while a Cleveland Plain Dealer quips that it prevents unilateral discharge unless the department chooses to.
A couple argues about finances and engagement. She laments the price of marriage while he insists they must break off the engagement if they cannot save. The exchange captures tension over money and commitment.
Judge Rosalsky used a rarely applied New York law provision to grant jurors extra pay in long trials. In the chicken case jurors received 500 dollars each for a 50 day trial, plus 2 dollars daily, totaling 500 dollars at the rate of 10 dollars per day. In the fee trust trial jurors got 50 dollars extra, about one dollar per day more than the standard. The piece suggests reform through reducing trial length and shortening procedure to curb excessive jury delay.
A cheerful woman explains three daily rules for happiness. She memorizes a verse or inspiring phrase each day, seeks something beautiful, and strives to do a kind act for someone. She says these practices enrich her mind and provide ongoing inspiration.
In a clipped exchange, a roaster asserts dominance as the “big gun” in the establishment while another warns to keep quiet or risk termination. The dialogue hints at a power struggle within the venue.
The Japan Advertiser notes that rapid progress in war, mechanics, and education broadens outward civilization yet reveals deep weaknesses. The essay argues foreigners see dazzling change, while insiders sense vague fundamentals lacking. imitation remains surface level rather than core transformation.
Government heads approve Chicago film company filming departmental operations in Washington. The firm will profit from exhibitions while the government gains access for public lectures and educational demonstrations. The move aims to educate citizens about government operations.
A Chicago woman foresees aviation becoming a sport for society due to high machine and operating costs. She argues women need no prior circus skills to fly, and predicts society will embrace aviation for amusement as a high class pursuit.
A wife admits jealousy of her husband and frequent quarrels follow. She notes she watched him riding in a crowded subway car, where he ignored numerous admiring women to focus on his paper, as reported by the Philadelphia Times.
The first veterinary school is traced to Lyons France founded around mid May 1761. By 1912 its 150th anniversary will be celebrated in many places. Since 1761 veterinary schools have spread worldwide with Germany France England and the United States among the leading nations where equine science flourishes alongside human medicine.
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