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Newspaper
Le Grand Reporter
Location
Le Grand, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1930
Page
3
A short reflective poem compares the moth to mankind, noting life’s brevity. It speaks of three days to spend and questions how we live, concluding that both moth and man face an inevitable end as they burn in a candle. An author credited as Danglas Melinch.
Cartoon commentary on a talking plum-tree forest parrot named polly-tik from the Far East and its clever speech, shown perched on a ballot box with peanut head and almond body, referencing bright stripes and a masked parliamentary satire.
It notes that English gains from foreign tongues with example of barbecue derived from Haitian barbacoa meaning a framework of sticks. The piece highlights linguistic exchange and its开放 influence on describing open-air roasts.
A concise verse laments trivial complaints about progress by declaring if Gowers were roses and daisies vanished men would have little to whimper about. The speaker rails against petty treasonous talk and vain boasts.
A 1930 cooking column shares health tips emphasizing vegetables over meat. It provides recipes for Five Minute Garbage cabbage, Harvard Beets, German Cabbage Salad, and Cabbage With Apples, detailing ingredients, steps, and serving notes.
The article discusses a Jewish War through a union of marriage matchmakers promoting arranged marriages as superior to love matches. It portrays matchmakers as respected professionals with scientific data, inflating fees, and hosting events to pair eligible youths. It contrasts with modern love marriages and cites limited evidence of success for arranged unions.
The author argues vacations serve deeper needs beyond recreation. They satisfy starved aspects of nature, counter monotony, and refresh energy for renewed effort. A vacation should inspire return to work with eagerness, not merely provide leisure or escape.
William A. Radford outlines a Dutch colonial home design praised for space economy through second floor dormers. The 24 by 32 foot house features six rooms plus sun porch, French door connections, and a central entrance hall. Upstairs hold three corner bedrooms and a bath. Not costly to build, it suits a family of four or five with easy upkeep and appealing exterior.
Paint and varnish are valued investments for builders guarding wood and metal from moisture and decay. Proper painting reduces repairs, protects concrete and stucco, and extends exterior life about five years per coat, with early protection for frames, roofs, steps, and windows.
The piece argues against very cheap wall paper urging shoppers to invest in durable, well-designed paper. It compares room decor to clothing, noting lasting wear, quality stock, and designer talent justify the cost. Cheaper papers are said to offer little more than low value and lack of enduring appeal.
A housing piece urges prioritizing storage and closet space in new houses. It argues all bedrooms deserve two ample clothes closets, with an extra for shared use if needed. It also recommends light through a window in main bedroom closets to deter moths and protect woolens and furs.
Vienna reports revive the mystery of Crown Prince Rudolph and Baroness Mary Vetsera who died at Mayerling in 1889. Aimed at determining if their deaths were suicide or murder, the plan taps political fear and royal scandal surrounding Francis Joseph and Empress Elizabeth.
In Toronto a man named Terry demanded a full meal and lodging at a police station. After being turned away he returned with bricks and threatened violence. Officers charged him with vagrancy and provided two weeks of board.
York Pa The old Paradise Horse Thief Detective agency with 292 members seeks dissolution in local court. After creditors are paid they will have $832.50 to divide among members at $3.75 each, the automobile being blamed for the disbanding.
In Wareham England the licensing commission approves renaming The Angel to The SL Tent Woman noting the new title conveys the same meaning as the old name.
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