Restore Ancient Tongue Aims to Decode Maya Inscriptions
Dr William Gates of Charlottesville works with Cipriano Alvarado from Guatemala using a kymograph to record spoken Mayan languages. They study present tongues and inscriptions to decipher Maya hieroglyphs and reveal lost knowledge of the Maya civilization.
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Charlottesville
Guatemala
William Gates
South
Central America
Yucatan
Doctor Gates
Gates
John P. Harrington
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Guatemala
Americans Cause Uproar in Berlin Police Precincts
Berlin police complain that American visitors undermine morale as two incidents provoke protest. Two Americans intoxicate a traffic officer with Napoleon brandy after a restaurant visit, then a whole station is said to have been corrupted by singing. Neighbors complain as jail is closed and passports mocked in a hotel visit to guests bound for America.
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Berlin
Richter
Unter den Linden
Wilhelmstrasse
West End
America
United States
Detriment in Some Pleasures Warned by Richter
Commentary notes that pleasures with strong flavors like pineapples can cause gums to bleed, according to Richter. The remark links sensory enjoyment with dental irritation, implying caution in indulgence.
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Richter
Federal to auction surplus historic fortification lands
The War department plans a land junk sale of early acquired properties dating back to 1709 for fortifications. Tracts include Old Fort Jackson Savannah Georgia Perry Point Norfolk County Virginia and Fort Nelson also in Norfolk with deeds naming Thomas Jefferson and John Quincy Adams. Beaconsland off North Carolina coast near New Bern and fortifications at Beaufort and Morehead City are among sites offered.
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Washington
South
War Department
Old Fort Jackson
Savannah
Perry Point
Norfolk County
Virginia
Thomas Jefferson
United States
Fort Nelson
Norfolk
John Quincy Adams
Beaconsland
North Carolina
Newbern
Fort Macon
Beaufort
Morehead City
N. C
Forts at Fort St Phillip Defense Against Britain
Fort St Philip on the Mississippi south of New Orleans was acquired as defense against the British before the Battle of New Orleans.
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Fort St. Phillip
Mississippi River
New Orleans
Peat Pellets Found on U Campus Could Reveal Glacial Vegetation
Professor H. H. Bartlett of the University of Michigan reports peat pellets unearthed during excavations for the literary and physics buildings in Ann Arbor. He believes the two to three inch pellets arose from a glacial peat bed disintegrating and moving with gravel. The discovery aims to help determine vegetation of the glacial era and carries no commercial value.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
H. H. Bartlett
Bartlett
Valuable Hints on Car Repairs
An experienced car owner and Fred C. Russell argue against overhauling new cars. They contend factory workmanship often outperforms post repair tuning, and unnecessary valve grinding or bearing tightening can worsen performance. Keep a new car out of the shop unless critical, and compare before and after results to judge value of repairs.
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Fred C. Russell
DANGER LURKS IN LEAVES
A Torch Lake Michigan suburban resident warns of peril from wet leaves on roads. He recalls skidding for a quarter mile and keeping the car from leaving the ditch while passing another vehicle at speed on leaf covered streets.
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Mich
Trouble Kit for Motorists Fits Neatly Under Seat
George W. Brown of Ohio describes a hardwood trouble kit with a brass handle and clasp. It measures about 10 inches by 18 inches and lies beneath the front seat, organizing patching rolls, tire doughs, knives, scissors, tire tools, pliers, small wrenches, buffers, a gasoline can, and related items in side compartments and a center division for quick access during repairs.
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George W. Brown
Ohio
Automobile safety and tire design notes from early guidance
The article warns against pushing cars backward by the radiator and stresses complete vaporization of gasoline for cleaner burning. It highlights tire abuse risks, abrupt headlight dimming hazards, a three chamber solid rubber tire from England, and high speed turbine pumps mounted on cars as potential fire engine adaptations.
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England
How to Loosen a Rusted Headlight Rim
A rusted headlight rim can be removed by wrapping a strap around the rim, threading the end through the buckle, and pulling tight. A sudden tug loosens the rim without harming the lens.
Lean Mixture Tactics to Prevent Engine Overheat
When prolonged low gear use risks overheating, keep the fuel mixture as lean as possible to avoid excessive heat and maintain engine performance.
Cleaning Rear Axle Maintenance Tip
Instructions describe removing gum and grease from the rear axle using a cloth with kerosene. A stiff brush cleans grooves and corners, and warming the kerosene eases the process.
How to Look for Noisy Valve
Procedure to locate a noisy valve by stopping valve action one at a time. Hold each valve open with upward pressure on the lower spring part. The noise disappears when the leaking valve is found.
Quick drying method for electrical short circuits
If water spills on distributor wires or connections causing a short, air is forced toward the area from the pump hose or by the hand pump to dry the components quickly.
Hens Need Exercise for Egg Production Says USDA Study
A three year USDA trial with 50 Rhode Island Red and 50 White Leghorn pullets kept confined shows low egg yields 98 to 108 per hen, compared with 125 to 160 eggs for hens outdoors. Death rates reached 50 percent in Reds and 25 percent in Leghorns, higher than typical 10 percent mortality in free range flocks. The report urges freedom for breeding stock and recommends double-yard rotation to maintain soil and hen health.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Department
Rhode Island
Hints for Pruning and Fruit Growth
Guidance on pruning to boost fruit, adjust for age and variety, and manage growth. Key ideas include light pruning increasing fruit, heavy pruning stimulating wood, water sprouts from heavy pruning, thinning fruit, painting wounds, and keeping a tree’s top open while applying common sense.
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Quebec
New USDA Commodity Council Aims For Quick Crop Solutions
The United States Department of Agriculture introduces the Commodity Council plan to unify experts from crop culture soils pests grading and marketing to issue inclusive policy. Cotton and potato cases show recommendations to reduce waste and stabilize prices while advising grading and selective marketing. The plan extends to other crops and livestock as needed.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Commodity Council
United States
Department
Potato Council
Community Council
Prune for Apple Diseases
Blighted limbs and cankers threaten trees and spread disease in orchards. Detect during dormancy by finding twigs with dead leaves and cankers from fire blight, black rot, and blister canker. Remove and burn sources of infection, as Rome Beauty, Yellow Transparent, Jonathan, Northern Spy, Rambo, Early Harvest, and Greening are highly susceptible.
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Rome
Blackheart in Potatoes From Poor Ventilation
Potatoes develop dark brown areas called blackheart due to overheating and insufficient ventilation. Even outdoors stored potatoes in pits can blacken. long shipments in cold weather may affect many if a car pre heats. University Farm advises proper handling and storage to avoid this disease and other storage issues and offers pamphlets through the Office of Publications.
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University Farm
Paul
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