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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1925
Page
8
A collage of vintage notes covers topics from Linmas as Bollyin baggage animals to Stone Age tools found in China and a diminishing infantile paralysis outbreak in New Zealand. It mentions sea water content, Bahama pest damage to fruit, Malay boat superstitions, and global shifts in wool and cotton production.
A pacific coast chickaree is described as a sleight of hand artist in matters of clothing. In humid heavily wooded regions he sports a rich dark brown outer coat that shifts to a vivid orange underneath and changes with the climate, Nature Magazine notes.
Archibald Henderson cites H G Wells remark on George Washington and the idea of him not running around like a mouse. The discussion pivots to whether Wells meant Washington’s restraint or mere absence of frantic behavior.
Washington reports Stockholm, Sweden as a summer conference choice for church representatives. The article describes the city’s island layout, the Royal Palace, bridges like Norrbro, the Riddarsholms-Kyrka church, Staden’s Great Church, and public access to the royal palace. It notes Stockholm’s modernization with 107,000 telephones and its ironworks, shipyards, and factories, with icebreakers keeping the harbor open year round.
Beauty specialists in Chicago promote hand painted knees as a contemporary fashion. Ruth Maurer notes that designs vary from simple florals to portraits and landscapes while women spend millions daily on cosmetics and rouge.
Portland demonstrations by the American Veterinary Medical Association featured Dr Frederick R Whipple of Peoria describing a method to perform the same operation on other animals as easily as tonsil removal. Goats bleated less and a dog’s bark faded as the technique was shown for humane purposes.
In Macon Georgia the body of Anna Jordan an ante-bellum negress rests in an exclusive white cemetery after honors at her funeral held from the home of Mrs R V Smith where Anna had served as mammy for 38 years.
Archaeologists uncover a 60 yard section of an Agrippan wall outside ancient Jerusalem, prompting debate over the Holy Sepulcher site. Dr. Albright cautions archaeology seldom settles holy site questions while a Byzantine mosaic tomb of a nun and a small chapel are also found nearby.
New York City unveils a sound ranging device to locate vessels by underwater sound at Fisher's Island during the Thirteenth coast defense encampment. Long range batteries fired on a moving target, spotted only by sound, proving the method. Gigantic ears of microphonic sensors at Long Island’s eastern end operate continuously to detect approaching enemy ships, offering accurate firing on ships unseen by the eye and defense against night smoke and screen tactics.
Kern county deputies uncover eleven skeletons in a sage brush clearing near Lost Hills Bakersfield. Remains identified as four white men, two white women and five Indians, believed victims of an early settler Indian clash.
An imposing memorial to commemorate the Hindenburg victory at Tannenberg will be erected on the battlefield near Koenigsberg. Walter and Johannes Krueger proposed the plan featuring an octagonal wall surrounding the existing monument, eight 49‑foot towers, a memorial hall for each regiment, and ground‑floor museums for relics.
An essay notes that even great people have few close friends because genuine companionship cannot be bought with flattery or decoration. It argues true friendship rests on sincerity and mutual respect, not outward displays.
Seattle reporter profiles Mrs E. Wilson a shrimp specialist who built a small Alaska coastal shrimp business. She explains the industry, harvest season, and packing process and notes her move to market shrimps in the South East and Middle states while describing Alaska’s growing output.
Natal province stands as a rich agricultural region with tea and sugar industries and potential cotton sands. It features the Drakensberg rampart, coal mines, and a diverse population including whites, East Indians, and a large number of Africans. Durban and Pietermaritzburg anchor the area with distinct landscapes and climate.
The passage discusses wealth and fame earned through usefulness and noble service. It notes that rewards acquired through good deeds gain honor and influence, nearing a god-like power, and are consecrated to further usefulness for true glory and gratitude from people.
The golden era of French letters flourished under Louis XIV as Cornelile Racine Moliere La Fontaine and Bossuet defined a brilliant cultural age. The court’s splendor contrasted with the populace as royal tastes shaped art and intellect.
A Sandusky Register clipping notes a man who boasts of his history and now seeks a partner to manage his future. The brief item underscores personal responsibility and relationships.
A fragment quotes Henry Wau Dyke on the soul and usefulness the best path to satisfaction. It emphasizes the value of being helpful and the reward of hearing well done at day’s end.
Dialogue from a dramatic scene features Mr Wampus menacingly shouting about a bridge while Mrs Wampus responds with a calm retort, highlighting tension between the pair in a domestic dispute. The odd speech patterns suggest a stage play or serialized story excerpt.
Albert Lord a London magistrate woke to a telephone call informing him a burglar had been caught in his office. The odd coincidence made his dream appear true as police reported the break in occurred while he slept.
A humorous exchange describes both pairs of socks having holes in different places. The speaker notes she put on both pairs and found holes at distinct spots, highlighting a playful domestic mishap.
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