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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1922
Page
6
A fairy resting in a violet blooms is abducted by an Old Gnome claiming kingship. He forces a marriage, seeks a jeweled palace, and the fairy, using the wand, transforms him into a turtle. The tale ends with a warning that an aged turtle may be the transformed kidnapper.
WCET Alice Terry, a twenty year old Indiana native, travels to the motion picture capital where a prominent producer notices her talent. She is described as attractive with dark eyes and light hair and weighs 115 pounds.
The piece reflects on gossip as an unavoidable part of social life and argues for mindful sharing. It warns against gossip spoken by phone train car postal cards and with servants or children, urging speaking only in appropriate settings.
The piece argues vacations benefit both workers and those who grant them. It cautions against wasting days on overwork or extravagant spending, urging restful wholesome time in simple settings. Proper use yields rest, health, and greater work efficiency.
Carl K. Akeley argues in World's Work that the gorilla has no natural enemy and is vegetarian, living peacefully with elephants and other wildlife in Africa. While scientists compare his brain to a two year old, the gorilla cannot talk, though researchers explore brain and muscle parallels to human evolution without the dramatic leap of speech.
A matron instructs an engaged woman to read her partner’s mood by hair cues. She explains when Tommy feels good, hair stands, and when blue, hair lies flat, prompting cheerleading and soothing gestures to keep him content.
A light feature explores the name Pansy as a flower name for American girls. It traces meanings from pensee to thoughts and notes nicknames like None so pretty and Nancy pretty while mentioning lucky associations and historic rose and violet naming trends. It ends noting a Paris fashion item of a broken Cupid’s arrow ring for divorced women.
Henry A. Roberts former state statistician seeks a man described as a negro with a strong arm who allegedly carried a two bushel market basket from his car containing flour sugar eggs butter and a chicken. Roberts says he expects a return visit and requests no interference when found.
Iceland with about 2300 telephones for a population under 100000 ranks well in per capita access. The country boasts 2.4 telephones per 100 people, surpassing Great Britain and France in telephone density.
The vulcanized rubber market strains radio manufacturers and briar pipe makers as deliveries of rubber bits run 16 to 18 weeks overdue. Industry observers estimate about 500000 dollars a year is spent on pipe bits, highlighting the impact of radio activity on pipe production.
New concrete road method keeps half the bed open while paving the other half. Guards control traffic during transition and dust is managed to avoid future scaling. After 30 days the second strip is paved and opened, reducing motor costs and preventing cross cracks. Demonstrated in Litchfield County Connecticut.
A discussion on the importance of oil quality for piston lubrication and reducing friction between pistons and cylinder walls. Excessive thinning of oil, caused by high temperatures or unburned fuel, increases wear and reduces engine power. Use heat resisting oil with stable viscosity and renew oil before thinning degrades performance.
Careless driving on rough streets with shell holes and ruts wears tires faster. Sharp edges from spring damage, side rubbing, and rapid turning or skidding cause fabric damage and early wear, reducing chances for mileage refunds under warranty.
Wet rubber cuts more easily than dry and new cars should be driven slowly for the first 1000 miles. Never exceed 30 mph. Carry two spare tires, sometimes three or more punctures occur. Beware of battery short circuits from terminals near the lift handle. Use indelible pencil to mark tube leaks. Check valve stems and stay bolts to prevent water and dirt entering. Inspect brake rods monthly and clean dirt and rust for smooth operation.
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