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Newspaper
Lehi Banner
Location
Lehi, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1906
Page
4
Citizens are urged to attend meetings to plan a fitting Fourth of July celebration in Lehi. Emphasis on broad participation to avoid exclusionary circles and to foster devotion to the nation. Encourage preparation and active involvement for a memorable community event.
Official notice sets 26 cent charge for extra ladies at dances in City Pavilion. Girls 12 to 15 must bring escorts or pay admission. Critics call it unwise, but supporters deem it for good society and event success. The rest endorses stronger social standards and responsible hosting.
The notice threatens that any young man attending dances without bringing a companion from Indianapolis will be fined an additional quarter for his selfishness, reflecting strict social rules enforced by local organizers.
Horace Fletcher recalls teaching Marquis Oyama to shoot at moving targets in 19th century Japan. The exchange took place as Oyama led modernizing military efforts, joined by Col Murata and others for several afternoons of target practice with American rifles and ample ammunition.
The excerpt mocks year by year bridal stereotypes from January to December. It satirically lists traits for prospective brides and ends by noting bachelors won’t marry an ugly old maid, fearing May brides promise beauty and happiness.
The first Turkish minister Mele Mele visited Washington for a grand ball with broad invitations and curiosity about his plaster of Paris dress turban. He appeared bored until spotting a serving woman, then kissed her saying she reminded him of home. The scene drew mixed astonishment and local tolerance.
A Minnesotan observer jokes about New Yorkers constantly leaning or slumping while walking or talking. He notes store notices warn against leaning, yet locals ignore them, and both men and women are described as leaning in public spaces.
Scientists report abundant floating life across all depths of the Indian Ocean down to 7 200 feet and 15 000 feet deep. The find includes large jellyfish prawns and deep dwelling animals forming whale food, with many phosphorescent organs and oversized antennae in blind forms.
An oblique exchange notes a mild winter, coal shipments, and looming higher costs as weather affects supply. The dialogue suggests optimism about saved coal and concern over price increases toward summer, reflecting economic strain.
Time card notes depart Salt Lake City and travel through Lehi American Fork Provo Springville Spanish Fork and Spanish Fork to Ogden. Leaves include Lehi 6 04 p m arrival Ogden 7 05 p m with listed stops at Provo 8 38 am and Salt Lake 10 00 am and other times for Lehi and Spanish Fork.
The Union Pacific Railroad Co spent six million dollars to straighten and level the original finest track in the west. Ballasted with dustless Sherman Granite the road bed now offers a smoother ride and higher speed potential. Solid comfort and safety for patrons are promised by the major improvement.
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