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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1928
Page
3
Abraham Epstein argues in Forum that the United States lags in social aging policies. He notes many nations shifted old age costs to society with comprehensive pension or insurance plans. He suggests Americans consider similar systems to protect workers as they age.
The text traces bees as laborers from early civilizations noting Hittite laws on theft of bees, the symbol of King of Lower Egypt around 4000 B.C., hieroglyphic bee findings across dynasties, and ancient beekeeping practices in Egypt dating to 2600 B.C. It remarks on honey production long before modern methods and the long, evolving relationship between humans and bees.
The story recalls How Zangwill used to tell of his son Oliver to show gratitude to his wife for care. A snail in the road near their East Preston home prompts Oliver to ask why the snail does not marry, prompting a playful Bavarian-like exchange on married life.
An article describes the Miners Pan as a device to separate gold from sand and gravel. A Nebraska engineer improves a whirley bowl akin to a cement mixer, using a revolving screen to remove gravel before the material enters the bowl. Grooved inner walls retain heavy gold particles while lighter material flows away. A small engine powers a water pump, and the setup can process twenty to thirty tons of material daily.
A claim from ancient times suggests Homer’s Iliad was penned by a hermit in minuscule script so the entire epic fit in a walnut. A French scholar later demonstrated that writing with a fine quill on vellum eight by ten inches could hold 15,000 verses, yielding 7,500 per side and 15,000 total verses.
Statistics from the Weather Bureau at Kansasary covering 1900 to 1925 show peak storm occurrence at 6 pm with 91 storms, higher than any other hour. Other notable counts include 4 pm 83 storms and 8 pm 78, followed by 9 pm 70 and 10 pm 62, with scattered figures across the remaining hours.
An acquaintance recalls the moment the robbery broke into the Eight Price store. Constable Stackputter describes the alarm and the quick, winded dash of the suspect as crews gathered and the scene unfolded in Potala.
A Detroit News account recalls Martin Beary of Kentucky who drilled for salt at Bear Creek in 1819, struck oil and gas, survived a fiery accident, and later attempted perilous river barrels that failed. He wandered, believed the tid penetrated the realm of darkness, and never returned.
A historical note explains piano playing requires notable finger strength with estimates of force per key. It cites stories of Paderewski and Chepin, noting high percussion from a single strike and the overall pressure during Chopin’s pieces. The piece mentions estimates of tonnage and percussive effects across typical performances.
In Portland Oregonian notes a young boy, shy and vivid, recalls hearing his grandmother's accounts and misinterpreting the doorbell as a signal. The child’s quick, vivid imagination leads to humorous and innocent conclusions about visitors.
Mysteries of Brain and Institute of Brain in Moscow announce special neural research. A device splits the brain into two halves then creates a wax impression before slicing into thousands of sections for microscopic study. Lenin’s brain was examined using this method, with plans to study other notable Russians after Todes death.
A writer in Cappers Farmer offers guidance for callers to invalids. The piece urges callers to focus on friendly manners rather than health details and to present well by wearing their best dress and hat, treating the visit as though the patient is well.
In Suieby, west of Sweden, a bell named Bell Long remains in continuous service since 1228. Inscribed letters 4.6 Lo a honor a Hebrew invocation, translating to Thou art eternally strong, Oh Lord, as the bell rings each Sunday.
A terse maxim asserts success lies with steady effort and improvement. It contrasts the nagging fear of accidents with a disciplined worker who outperforms another by small daily gains. The message emphasizes perseverance and focus as keys to achievement.
Unknown text fragment discusses a handclasp, defense sign, and the notion of drawing inward, mentioning two men meeting and a duerlcan magazine. No clear event, names, or locations emerge to form a coherent historical item.
Mrs Ralph McDonough hosted a Progressive Club session on Sept 6. The club, meeting biweekly Sept through June, alternates business and social gatherings and an afternoon of bridge. Officers named: President Helen Orelup Vice President Olive Smith Secretary Merle Miller Treasurer Daphne McDonough Council Representative Garnet McDonough Historian Mable Smith Music Chairman Fern Main. Visitors Gilbert McKee and family of Kenosha Wis were guests at the Clark Blackman home in Moravia this week.
A collection of anecdotes describes historical figures famed for large appetites. Genius minds such as Scott, Mirabeau, Talleyrand, Goethe, Napoleon, and Bismarck are noted for eating quantities beyond ordinary needs. A tale of the Da Monne family concludes with a joke about a traveler and a hung feast.
A Washington Star excerpt notes that attempts to teach children equal use of both hands fail. It links handedness to brain language centers on the left side and argues right-handed dominance correlates with stronger speech and language skills, while forcing ambidexterity may hinder language development.
English physician and scholar Peter Mark Roget compiled the famous Thesaurus Roport born in London in 1729 died 1889 He studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh and practiced in Manchester before moving to London in 1808 He long served as secretary of the Royal Society His works include Animal and Vegetable Physiology 1834 and A Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases 1852 which went through 28 editions in his lifetime edited by Blason in 1878 and became a standard reference.
The catacombs beneath Paris stretch from old quarries used as building material. By late 18th century parts of the city sank and the quarries were reinforced with masonry. In 1787 the catacombs were organized to hold bodies moved from other cemeteries, with an estimated six million remains preserved in the tunnels. Galleried passageways line the vaults and walls with decorative designs.
The Moravis Reds and Udell played thirteen innings on Hemond field before a victor emerged. The Reds won 5 to 3 in the longest game of the year, a tight contest from start to finish. Lineups featured Laws, Whisler, Brand, Duty, Davis, Smith, Oehler, Duty, Brand, Criddlebatgh, Cox, Hopkins, and Mardman among others.
An informal reception for Moravia Public Schools faculty was held in the school gym last Friday, under the Inter-Club Council. Despite smaller turnout, organizers hope local citizen interest remains high. The program featured orchestra music, an address of welcome, faculty introduction, vocal duets, talks by Rev. O I Fix and Mrs Forrest Main, parent teachers address, and a mock wedding with refreshments.
The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society met to elect officers for 1928 29 and hear a demonstration titled The Winning Group led by Mrs Fix Blutmen and Mrs Goldner. The group discussed The Mite Box and harvest offerings. Nearby, residents announced switchboard duties at Econium Telephone and visitors attended from Ey Evans ton and Moravia. Weather brought heavy rain with rivers rising and estimates ranged from six to seven inches.
Moravia Diamond team defeated Eddyville 11 to 5 after trailing 8 to 5 in the first four innings. A five-run fifth and a five-run sixth turned the game, with Moravia’s strong hitting and fielding breaking Eddyville’s early lead. Eddyville, noted as a top local club, had previously beaten several Moravia opponents, making the comeback notable.
Fontelle Selby Swenson hosted a post nuptial shower at the Blumenstock home with the Kensington Club and former Sunday School class in attendance. Out of town guests included Mrs F Swarts Mabel Harn Krause Albia and Pearl Chambers Hunter Blakesburg. A burlesque wedding ceremony and a music program featured Alan and Mary Keemer Thelme Johnson Mabel Harn Krause and Mrs Io pe Swartz. Cecil Cullern left for Mt Pleasant to enter Iowa Wesleyan College.
Short compact classified notes list farm loan offers from Chet Broahar and multiple sale items. Includes farm equipment, a Jersey cow, property on Wabank Ave, household goods, and a white enamel kitchen cabinet with half price, all presented with terse vendor names.
Former Moravians and in-laws gathered at Ganesha Park Pomona California on Labor Day for a reunion under a palm thatched arbor. President Blaine Horn opened the meeting. next year’s officers were elected with Lewellyn as president and Pabst as vice president. Prizes will mark the oldest Moravian, the farthest traveler, and the best look.
Mr and Mrs Dwight Weatherly visited at M E McDanels home. Ruth Scott and Beulah Hiatt started school. Van Lemaster and Pearl Hiatt families traveled. Beulah Hiatt began at Shar on School House east of Centerville. Davis and Rose families spent time with relatives. About three inches of rain fell Monday to Tuesday. Rev O J Fix preached a fine sermon at Wesley. attendance was small. editors hope for his return to a new appointment.
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