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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1919
Page
5
A public safety notice warns fires destroy billions in property and kill thousands yearly in the United States. It cites home fires from faulty furnaces, wiring, and careless habits, urging metal ash cans, safe fuel handling, covered lights, and vigilant disposal of matches to reduce fire waste and protect lives.
Advice on keeping hens healthy and laying in winter through green crops. If green forages are unavailable, sprout oats in boxes with soil, placed in ventilated spaces for chickens to access. Repeat sowing as plants reach finch height to sustain appetite and vigor.
A collection of aphorisms about decisions, destiny, remedies for others, broken friendships, platonic terms, steadfast ideals, and the dangers of blissful ignorance. Each line presents a cautionary insight into human conduct and moral standards.
Apple butter is made from cider and apples. Boil four quarts of sweet cider to two quarts then add four quarts of peeled, chopped apples. If texture is coarse boil and strain, then mix with the cider until not separating. Two thirds done add one pound sugar and optional cinnamon allspice and cloves. Sterilize jars and steam five minutes.
The first elephant ever exhibited in America appeared in Philadelphia in 1786. Spectators paid one dollar for adults and a quarter for children to view the pachyderm.
A London Answers writer praises wasps as wise and strong. They cut off a bluebottle’s legs and wings to reduce air resistance, can carry 44 bluebottles, rarely sting without cause, and favor yellow and black, though they are still a nuisance.
A flight of birds student argues the gull earns the label master of the air for its sea shore scavenging and flawless wing balance. Gulls can hover motionless with outstretched wings and move against wind with little effort, unlike the Caspian tern whose flight resembles a large butterfly in wind and mist.
Emma Willard, renowned educator, is cited as among the earliest women to hold elective school office in Kensington, Connecticut, serving as superintendent of schools in the early stages of her career.
The White House houses about 175 miles of electric wire supplying 3,000 incandescent lights. It also includes a call bell system and a private telephone network for executive household use.
Migration of several water fowl species shows a west to east movement rather than the traditional north to south pattern. Observers note unexpected routes and possible climate influences affecting ranges and timing.
A London writer notes that humans have 246 bones and 527 muscles from tip to toe. Ears contribute 6 bones, the head 8, face 14, teeth 82, spine 26, chest area 26, legs and feet 62, arms and hands 64, plus 8 movable bones. The summary lists bone composition and urges curiosity about the body.
Articles advise households to conserve coal this winter to cut costs. Suggested measures include keeping stoves and fireplaces clean, filling large kitchens with firebricks, mixing coal dust with clay and sawdust to bank the kitchen fire, using coke and coal in mix, and heating the oven only a few times a week to bake multiple items at once.
The reader recalls a maritime quip about luck with weather and wind. A sailor notes a wind change saving the ship as the match is lit by a bold action.
Mr. Stormington Barnes voices a plan for a binding arrangement to prevent audiences from quitting during performances. The exchange also touches on whether speech hides thoughts and notes that talkative people often conceal no thoughts.
A fragmented dialogue of light humor and sly exchanges appears across titles like They Made On and Is Advantages. Exchanges range from playful romance to domestic quips about dresses and eggs with a humorous twist on Mars and a fool-killer riddle.
A pithy reflection notes that those who seek rewards from treason are deceived, urging caution and steady virtue in the face of conspiratorial promises. It emphasizes skepticism toward dishonest gains and the value of unwavering integrity.
The article compares two tailored suits a wool velour ensemble with fur and embroidery and a plainer sturdy model with bone buttons and bold collar. Both outfits feature fur accents and refined belts, with a silk beaver hat pairing noted for the dressy ensemble.
A fashion feature describes a three piece matched suit set using duvetyn as the foundation with a turban scarf and bag. Rich tinsel brocade ribbons create color against dark tones with chenille tassels and silk tassels finishing the accessories.
An old ad touts a cold remedy to ease stuffed noses and grippe misery. A dose every two hours up to three doses supposedly breaks a severe cold and relieves headaches fever sneezing and sore stiffness with quick, affordable relief sold at drug stores. It claims no quinine and a pleasant taste.
A London YMCA hut show by a brassy jazz band drew a massive crowd and sparked an unusual idea. Officers proposed sending the band to a nearby camp, and pilots arranged planes to fly the musicians the 50 mile distance while they played in formation.
A vintage ad promotes California Fig Syrup as a gentle laxative for children. It urges parents to look for the California name on the package, touts its fruity taste, lists dosing directions, and urges giving it without fear.
An eminent physician discusses proper diagnosis and fees for services to medical students. He cites $25 for a home visit, $10 for an office consultation, and $5 for a phone consult, prompting a student to ask how much a street encounter would cost.
An advertisement claims Cascarets remove liver and bowel poison, cure biliousness and headaches, and provide a gentle laxative effect without griping. It contrasts Cascarets with salts, oil, calomel, or harsh pills and says they work while you sleep.
Exports to Asiatic markets climb with the British East Indies receiving 12000000 dollars Japan 30000000 dollars and Siberia 11000000 dollars in value.
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