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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1922
Page
7
Article discusses the dangers of distractions and disturbed thinking at work. It argues concentration is essential for progress and notes how roving thoughts from leisure activities undermine performance. It warns many succumb to disturbing influences and lose steady focus.
A business manager rebukes a subordinate for blaming lack of brains for failure. The piece argues bosses overestimate themselves and workers must act with energy and resourcefulness, not envy the boss’s abilities. It stresses personal effort over excuses in corporate success.
The article notes a South African locust swarm blocking the Graaff Reinet line two hours. Passengers and officials used improvised brooms to sweep a path while the insects reached depths of about two feet in places, allowing the journey to resume.
Palmistry scholars claim short nails prove quick intellect and critical nature when the head line is strong and the Apollo line is favorable. Writers like Tleron-Alen say such nails favor journalism and sarcasm, while bitten nails signal nervousness and melancholy.
A 1922 Western Newspaper Union snippet outlines desserts using peaches and tapioca with optional toppings, plus a baked custard with crackers and milk, a meringue topping, and a coffee jelly with whipped cream. It notes copyright by Verece Wayner.
An early editorial notes that critics who are quick to fault religious groups rarely help improve efforts. It argues fault finding disrupts good work and happiness, urging constructive guidance over pure condemnation.
An inventor in Los Angeles unveiled a coin operated paper vending device. By dropping a coin and turning a handle, users can obtain their chosen paper from the box.
A round up of varied notes including ancient items on leather cords and padlocks to modern projects. Mentions petroleum prospects in Papua with government cooperation and a proposed large Montreal elevator. Also notes Holland's wartime iron supply lessons, life extension tiptoeing claim, and a 528 ad demotion on Gospels oath.
Poetic fragment reflecting bedtime farewell lines and protective blessings as children sleep and angels bless. Ends with a note on copyright and classic rhymes.
A large ancient Chinese jade carving owned by Roland N. Moore of New York is described as one of the largest solid jade pieces, serving as a receptacle for Chinese writing brushes. Its only comparable mate is held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
A homeowner recalls housekeeping battles with a neighborhood tramp dog who raised the kitchen garbage cover. After planning a big scare, the resident startled the dog with a carpet beater and a sharp yell, revealing the intruder was the garbage collector.
Mrs Margaret Nevinson, noted English social worker, told the Women's Freedom League that in America the law favors women. She described American husbands who choose prison over alimony to deserting wives observed during recent visits to New York and Massachusetts.
A recalled barker’s speech features Sir Edoward as an unmoved figure. The mockery, jeers, and threats of a reward for suppressing emotion are described in vivid, theatrical language from a New York Tribune quote.
Crake reproduction described with eggs laid in summer after moulting. Female carries eggs on an abdominal appendage for safety until hatching.
The Architect of St Paul's Sir Christopher Wren earned a salary of 1000 dollars a year as architect of St Pauls. He received only part of it to hurry his work. He was dismissed after forty years of service when he was eighty two.
A broad survey lists notable openings closures and incidents in Iowa towns. Denecke department store in Cedar Rapids. Johnson piano factory in Bellevue. Fisher Stevens factory at Charles City reopens. Col Charles Young noted as a leading Black officer. land sales near Orange City. deaths include Martin Evenson Osage aged 82 and Dr George A Isbell Center Junction. state highway plans for 1500 miles of primary road in 1922.
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