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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1900
Page
2
A collection of light paragraphs and jests on topics from tropical fruits to automobiles and jokes. Mentions Porto Rico plums and big tires, Dreyfus villa, Wellesley versus Harvard marriage trends, and Sultan rugs, with social quips about politics and theater peacekeeping.
The total wealth of Europe including personal holdings and real estate is estimated at 235 billion dollars. Despite this vast accumulation, beggars throng the streets of major European cities, challenging the perception of abundance with visible deprivation.
A master plumbers association in Indianapolis sought a monopoly by excluding outsiders, prompting a lawsuit from an independent plumber. The judge ruled the trade discrimination against public policy and awarded damages for the plaintiff. The Senate discussed Cuba related petitions and foreign petition procedures.
Charles Andrew Carver of Chicago at Yale breaks all strength test records. A comparison with ancient Greek sculpture shows today’s American undergraduates rival the Discobolus and Gladiator with the Strigil. The feat reflects a generation-long movement toward systematic physical culture improving health and strength among youths, with athletic women contributing to the positive outlook.
The speaker warns that believing in innate divine gifts for success leads to disappointment and remorse. He argues sustained effort is essential, challenging complacent mindsets and urging personal responsibility.
The piece argues that inherited preferences matter little next to the love of work and perseverance. It cites Demosthenes and scientists like Lord Kelvin to illustrate that patient study, practice, and ambition lead to success, while true satisfaction comes from aims beyond self, not from money or power.
Oliver Herford retells a James Whitcomb Riley tale about twin girls in Indianapolis. One sister is punished for mischief while the other enjoys luxuries, parading with a new parasol. A neighbor asks which twin she is and the girl proclaims she is the good twin out walking.
A New York Sun passage presents a cook's caustic comparison of two mistresses. The narrator recalls her first mistress as a perfect lady who never fussed in work, unlike the present mistress who contemplates the dynamics of authority over servants.
A Spruce Street physician, labeled a crank, warns patients to avoid celery claiming its soil carries enteric fever germs. He argues washing cannot remove all soil, and any leftovers could harbor typhoid bacteria, prompting patients to wonder what may come next.
Mothers should care for the noses of the children and guide proper growth. The soft tissues can be molded with regular treatment in early life. Techniques include daily compression with fingers or padded instruments to shape the nose, clothespins used to adjust pressure, and caution against harsh manipulation by handkerchiefs.
An idiosyncratic wartime aside suggests grape shot would cause the enemy appendicitis and comments that laziness in fishing leaves no earthly hope, reflecting a caustic, philosophical voice. The remark pairs martial imagery with existential critique without naming events or people.
Telegraphic resume reports a fire that destroyed the Palisades paper mills in Hoboken New York with an estimated loss of 100000 dollars. The item notes other world events including naval and political developments and a stock dividend announcement.
Fresno prune association faces collapse unless packers step in The president insists growers sign 90 percent while over 80 percent are already committed The piece urges extending signing time to push toward 90 percent and hints at 95 percent next year The note frames this as an honest failure or guided trust in mutual gain
Buy into the oil field project rather than a single company. Shares are offered at 50 cents each, half par, with a guaranteed move to 1 dollar once the Treasury stock block sells. If the stock sells out before your application arrives, your money is returned. First come, first served policy.
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