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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1920
Page
7
A fragment from the Ohio State Journal notes a ceremonial pipe from Persia, described as heavily studded with rubies. It is valued at about 8,600,000 dollars and reserved for special state occasions.
The Nation's Business argues that communities must use basic business methods and invest in resources surveys rather than rely on flashy town boosting or unplanned campaigns. It warns against selecting ventures based on ill conceived bonuses and urges prudent, planned development for sustained growth.
The text notes maple woods decreasing in U S industries producing boot and shoe findings, with references to other woods like red gum and basswood. It mentions common species and unclear phrases about regional availability and usage in manufacturing. The fragment cites fifty pastries and unclear terms, lacking a clear event or date.
A fragment describes preparing a whitening paste to apply to doorsteps. It specifies melting powdered glue in water, then gradually adding powdered whitening, and brushing the mixture onto steps, adjusting with water if too stiff.
Notice of an executor sale in Clark County Illinois. Lydia I Howerton deceased powers granted by will. Public sale at Marshall Court House on December 23 1920 at 2 PM. Description includes west 50 acres of NE quarter of section 22 township 9N range 11W. Includes land in prior partition to Septer P Handy. Cash in hand by November 29. Nichols executor and Atty. 48-4. Also divorce action against Sarah Brosman filed in Circuit Court Clark County Illinois. Nonresident defendant must appear by March next term. Clerk Hodson. Complainant's solicitor Everett Caneity.
This piece urges converting waste lands, back yards, and derelict spaces into productive gardens with leaves and ashes, aided by officials initially. It argues benefits include moral improvement and civic thrift, predicting community-wide cultivation of the garden instinct and broader aesthetic gains.
The article emphasizes protecting newly planted trees during their first winter by hilling soil around trunks to create a mound and brace against winds. Without this practice saplings can lean and erode soil to the roots, risking death as seen with silver maples damaged last winter.
The article notes a swift expansion of bungalow towns in London and on Canvey Island where homes are mainly wood and corrugated iron. It describes people building their own houses, living in tents, and converting rooms as costs are discussed.
The article highlights three easy to make breakfast caps for all ages, featuring ribbons net laces and flowers. It presents a period style guide with decorative details and practical sewing steps for festive headwear.
The Christmas Candle line lights up with a new candle and matching lamp shades. Parchment silk ribbons and crepe paper are used to craft these festive gifts. The featured shade is fashioned from crepe paper and adds a cheerful touch.
A brief note describes crepe paper crafts for Christmas gifts especially for children. Printed figures of wild and domestic animals are cut out and mounted on stiff cardboard to make playful animal scenes for youngsters. The activities involve shaping the figures and assembling them into simple decorative pieces.
A-Westers party tale follows Janet and Harcort as Harcort's infatuation grows amid social distractions. Janet hints at a romance by the lake and on the tennis court, culminating in a whispered proposal over motto candies at dinner as Janet plans to sail with her father the next day.
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