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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1910
Page
6
The article cautions that a defective flue poses greater danger in airships than in any other form of construction. It warns designers and operators to prioritize flue integrity to prevent catastrophic fires during flight.
Editorial writers urge giving Mr Rockefeller credit for philanthropy while noting he can pay cash and needs no loans or public aid.
A Southern paper debates honesty in games and proclaims the Ben Davis apple inventor deserves recognition for his fruitful contribution. The piece also notes cigar makers' relief at delaying Doc Cook brand releases, framing the market timing as prudent.
The remark notes that Zelaya appears to realize the folly of dictatorship as none are willing to endure more dictation. The piece discusses a shift in power dynamics and the resulting political tone.
The city still uses horse drawn streetcars and a notable woman is recorded as mother of twenty children, reflecting a traditional side of urban life.
Upon capture the Arbuckles reached a swift settlement with the government. The incident underscores their reputation for prompt payment and timely resolution.
The statement suggests stovaine, touted as a pleasant anesthetic, could make even amputation feel more tolerable, implying a comforting effect on patients undergoing the procedure.
A female physician argues that marriage bears responsibility for divorce, asserting the institution undercuts women’s independence and fuels social strife. Her stance appears to align with contemporary debates on gender and family in the era.
The speaker notes fewer lynchings in 1909 than 1908 and urges starting now to quit lynching, aiming to establish a better record for 1910. The message emphasizes immediate action to curb mob violence and promote racial justice.
A biblical line from the First Book of Samuel notes that there was no Smith throughout the land of Israel, making the query Have you seen Smith? superfluous in ancient times.
The article states Dr Cook died due to fear of being killed by others. It notes his lecture earnings might have funded a strong bodyguard. The piece reflects on his motive and the security concerns surrounding him.
Dr Eliot notes the smallest man may do his part but often strives for a big role and dislikes the noises his limitations cause.
A Philadelphia girl is alleged to have rejected a marriage proposal from Prince Christopher of Greece. If true, the report suggests she did so in a coaxing tone.
Professor Milton Whitney claims rising living costs stem from Americans eating more than before. He advises addressing the overeating habit by consuming the surplus food to reduce waste and prices.
A commentator argues that a capable beggar can earn more than a typical worker, but overall the beggar's trajectory is downward, leading to ruin and being cast into a potter's field as a hopeless derelict.
A columnist argues that true philanthropy comes from those living among the poor who truly know how to relieve distress. The aim is aid that enables the poor to lift themselves out of poverty and require less charity over time.
A Seattle woman led the creation of a national Good Cheer Society aimed at sharing sympathy with convalescents in hospitals. The group, composed entirely of women, already has lodges in New York Boston Chicago and Seattle and plans broader expansion.
Royal news notes Princess Patricia Pat to wed King Manuel of Portugal elevating her to queen consort. The ceremony heightens dynastic ties and regional influence, with observers awaiting official announcements and details of the marriage contract.
The passage reflects on Princess Patricia of Connaught seeking to marry for love despite royal duty. It notes her refusals of suitors like King Alfonso of Spain and the Count of Turin, and suggests she may marry a commoner while highlighting the political stakes for Britain and Portugal. It laments the potential loss of her autonomy and the dangers she faces.
A New York Supreme Court Justice argues that modern patriotism rests on commerce and industry, praising civic responsibility in America while rebutting claims that patriotism has declined to worship Mammon. He cites England, the South, Germany, and Japan to illustrate shifts in national spirit.
A cab drops off at Broad Street Station carrying a man his wife and three children a bird cage and a dog on a leash. The forgetful man declares he has forgotten something and his wife inventories the bundles. He then reveals he forgot where they intended to go now that they are there.
The tale describes a trapper luring an ermine with ice and snow to catch it by the tongue. A heavy knife, greased and hidden, freezes to the tongue as the ermine rushes for a sliver of ice. The storekeeper notes the high price due to the delicate coat and risks of such hunting.
A quirky, era turned aside note on how secrets travel from man to wife and back, plus a garbled reflection on gossip. It also hints that fashion extremes like low shoes and high hats symbolize public scrutiny and trends.
The piece argues morality cannot be fixed by old Decalogue rules as society expands. It cites railroads banks and monopolies harming the poor, and says rulers and private individuals commit immorality on different scales. It calls for adapting morality to new business forms and ways of causing injury.
Annie Besant discusses reincarnation and memory, noting that learning reappears as reminiscence. Subconscious traces from childhood shape character and clues appear in delirium and sudden mastery. She links recognition of strangers to past lives and urges viewing memories through eternity for emotional balance.
A reflection on dreamers versus the industrious, contrasting labor and imagination. The piece explores how some cultures cherish dreaming, while others chase opportunity, with faith in Providence and the soul over material gain. It underscores the value of inner life beyond toil.
A survey of barbers who gained renown, from Arkwright and Sugden to Belzoni. It notes how origins in shaving shops shaped later achievements in mechanics, politics, poetry, exploration, and travel, including the Shipwreck poet Falconer and Prussian connections to Sadler's Wells.
A brief exchange from the Louisville Courier Journal about a gown described as a poem. The dialogue suggests sentiment versus practicality as a gown nears wastebasket status.
A reflection on cleansing memories and the rise of new fires, noting that some men value fresh results over the burden of past recollections. The passage contrasts hardened minds with those seeking progress unshackled by history.
The author argues that 80 percent of men started married life with nothing and that women breadwinners should become bread-makers. They urge prudent households, more home focus, and shared thrift to revive the home as the strongest institution, contrasting with class extremes.
St Louis inventor John F Cahill patents a hybrid vessel designed for both ocean and river use. He claims extraordinary light draft, high tonnage capacity, seaworthiness, safety and speed, with authorities backing these traits. Cahill envisions freight and passenger service from St Louis to interior river points, avoiding transfers at deep water ports. He has spent over twenty years refining the concept.
A described apparatus shows a cigar smoking device used at the Washington Department of Agriculture to test burning qualities. Water in a glass vessel on the left escapes through a tube, creating a vacuum that illustrates the mechanism.
A note on London's origins showing Romans founding the city around 50 AD and the London Wall not completed until 306 AD. The overview highlights early urban development and defensive fortifications.
In 1900 1909 Canada’s purchases from the United States rose from 109 208 000 to 182 690 000 an increase of 73 482 000. Metals minerals fruits furs fibres gutta percha goods hats boots oils paper and paper goods provisions seeds tobacco and wood products led the gain. Exports climbed from 60 000 000 to 91 000 000 a 31 000 7000 rise with minerals metals and wood and their manufactures accounting for most of the gain.
In Yonkers a farmer notes her hen laid a rare double yolked egg after attempting to churn two days' work into one. The anecdote highlights industrious poultry and the quirky humors of everyday life in the Statesman column.
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