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Newspaper
Montpelier Herald
Location
Montpelier, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1907
Page
8
A Rhesus monkey named Jimmie learns to pull a rake toward food only when the blade is guided toward the grape. The animal never initiates using the rake to retrieve the food, showing limited problem solving without external cueing.
The Black Sea contains lethal sulphuric hydrogen from decomposing bottom dwellers, killing most life from depth to near the surface. This unique condition resembles the ancient sedimentary flood of the earliest earth, offering a geological parallel.
The text presents a view of labor as a sacred private duty, condemning idleness and dishonorable crafts. It argues that work should be self-driven, not pursued for greed or to profit unjustly, and frames labor as a divine calling guiding personal integrity.
A garbled dialogue hints at a translated work and a claim about authenticate authorship. References to Emerson and biblical Epistles appear in a fractured exchange.
A reflective piece on delaying action and savoring beauty, urging living in the moment. It emphasizes not fearing each day may be the last and valuing small joys over perpetual postponement.
A concise reflection on conscience as a force stronger than fear or public accusation, suggesting inner accountability can steer justice and truth beyond external pressure.
The article explains snoring as a habit caused by improper breathing and a habit of keeping the mouth closed. It advises waking breathing corrections, proper pillow support, and sleeping with the head flat to prevent the tongue blocking the airway and producing snoring noise.
A calm tropical sea leaves the ship becalmed for days. Captain orders all aboard to yield their matches. Passengers hand them in then the captain tosses them overboard and lights a cigarette from his pocket. A sudden gust reignites the sails and the ship resumes its course.
An eclectic listing of maritime meals and regional delicacies appears with references to herring, whelks, crabs, and shell dishes. The piece mentions beverages and cookery trends, alongside curious allusions to names and places in a period voice.
A brief on florists facing long dark winters, noting sunlit days crucial for blooms. It says carnation buds stall and decay without sunshine, and extra coal costs haunt cold spells. A St. Louis Globe-Democrat quote emphasizes bright light as the key to keeping blooms fresh.
A Circle Magazine piece explains that wary speckled trout favor cool pools and springs, often gathering where cold springs bubble into streams. Fishermen should approach upstream when possible and be patient, as one trout signals danger and nearby fish follow.
A London Post fragment notes that two Englishmen of average size could not fit armor from Sir Samuel Meyrick’s collection. It laments armor too small for modern descendants and hints at historical swords and ceremonial wear, with observations on fashion and display in a late 18th or early 19th century context.
A garbled reminiscence describes Meccisa related quirks and a fanfare of pipe pets worn by dolls. The narrative suggests a musical eccentric whose cherished instrument from St Peters and a transfer to St Marks after death marked a theatrical legacy.
A writer named Brebner explains his pen name is a family name from Aberdeen. Tohannes-Dury sought whether Lys used a nom de plume. Mrs Lys, tracing her late husband’s ancestor linked to Joan of Arc, discovers her family also hails from Aberdeen.
A fragmented critique notes Hungarians’ enthusiasm for dance, comparing Spaniards and others in Europe. The text mocks universal devotion, describing dancing through any conditions from dust to rain, and hints at a broader cultural obsession without clear events or dates.
The readable fragments describe odd customs and rituals, mentioning Brittguy and Bratmee, with references to presses, fieldwork, and a writer of a piece titled The Preface. The passage hints at confused dialogue and a distant setting, but yields few clear names or concrete events.
A garbled tale describes Bul and RL selling billboards to cover beard related bills. The sequence involves Pilfered Di and WT, with Bill attempting to resolve a beard debt by transferring billboard ownership amid ensuing mix ups.
A Baltimore Sun quip frames a humorous exchange where a father offers his daughter’s hand with a twist about the suitor taking the hand kept in his pocket. The line plays on pride and wit within a courtship vignette.
The pilgrims were seventy four men and twenty eight women of John Robinson’s church who sailed the Mayflower from Leyden to North America and landed at Plymouth Rock, founding a colony on December 25, 1620. The Puritans were English nonconformists associated with strict doctrine.
The article describes harvesting cochineal insects by smoke beneath the host trees. Gatherers capture insects using heated tires causing fumes to drive them into collectable positions. The text notes effects on the insects and mentions the environment of the host tree.
A garbled clipping from Clisige News references warnings, marriages, and local figures such as Mr stabiaris and Mr Sister West Alex. The text hints at seating areas and matrimony while lacking clear specifics.
The readable lines suggest a jumble of words about a woman and her thoughts on what others have done. It appears to be a damaged excerpt with no clear event, dates, or identifiable people. The text remains too garbled to extract a coherent news item or quotes.
A domestic dispute described as trouble between Mrs Poet and her Inishanal ends with one party leaving after a dispute over melee and pawns. The fragment hints at a strained relationship and a separation.
A dated aphorism noting that gambling is foolish, and persisting in losses marks a colossal fool.
Plymouth and Hartford City residents share family visits and gatherings. Ralph Rinard visits grandmother Mrs Eme line Rinard while Steve visits his mother in Greentown. Ellsworth Lampert family host friends in Hartford City. Mrs Spaulding and Leeks guests. Floyd Beeas master. Golda Carpenter Clar ence Carpenter attend church group. Measles sickness affects Jove Williams. triplets Beeks show health changes. Chas Garrett builds a new house. Alma ijacka and Golda Carpenter host guests. Multiple visits to Hartford City and Modpeller church group noted. Edea Pierce and Emaline Rinard visitors.
Mrs D Vance of Millgrove and Miss Alma Beeks hosted visitors while Misses Edith and Margaret Spears called on friends. Almeda Beeks received guests including Rev Noggie and wife. triplets of Albert Beeks noted. several families attended Children’s Day at Montpelier.
A letter touts a Wonder No 3 as a mascot for Geo H Parris in Cedar Grove. It claims cures for liver kidney and stomach troubles using three bottles of Bonge Maddox remedy 50c. Also notes Mrs H G Wilson and family plans to travel to Chicago Denver and the west for the summer.
Farmers struggle with wet conditions delaying field tasks while forecasts suggest a heavy yield. Duo Garringer visits Redkey to pick up Garringer's parents for the summer. Steve Garrison in Montpelier finishes a cement floor project at Shannon's parlor. Arthur Jackes drives cows home and sustains a leg cut. Noah Deskul prepares corn cribs and barn painting. Local residents exchange visits and a sewing machine is delivered to A J Ayers. Some planting remains to be done nearby.
Mrs O Tracy and children from Jef spent a few days with J F Jarrell and family. Miss Jesisa Esiman of Loraine visits sister Mrs Bugh Mosber. Local turnout at Sunday children’s meeting at the Christian church. J A Jarrett and daughter attended county common school commendment at Bluffroe. Mel Gaiser and family visited Les Lowry’s group. Elmer Jellison visited her parents. A lively game Salamonie vs Monteeler ended with Dvis ahead.
Carmel residents recount visits and family gatherings. People referenced include Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Carter and Olive Bedwe and Blanch Morrical visiting friends in town and at nearby farms. Hiram Fogle returns to the Soldiers Home in Marion.
Several residents attended a children’s meeting at Pleasant last Sunday evening. Miss Ora Schwarzkopf entertained for supper last Tuesday. Mrs Navy Adams of Tartfors Cry and Maggie Cai Anc Esie Pegner. Myers. James Linker visited with her parents. Sir and Mrs Rogers. Miss Marie Lutter spent Sunday at Jason City with friends. Funeral of Wm Mesner at Bartford City Thursday. Hiser spent last Sunday in Union City. W A Miller’s wife visited with Mrs Slater’s parents last Thursday. Lewis Schwarzkopf sold some calves. Fred Walker and wife visited. Jak Kuttner and family visited Sapcay. Miss Gertrude Rinard spent a few days last week with her brother E Rinard and family.
Hop. John R. Garrett mayor of Girard Alabama reports lasting relief from itching piles after using Dean's Ointment. He notes medical past treatments failed and urges others to try the remedy. The ad claims a permanent cure and cites a local drug store.
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