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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1911
Page
2
Berlin reports a German movement to cultivate ambidexterity, claiming training both hands sharpens intelligence and memory. Advocates cite cases where left-hand practice revived speech after paralysis and aided language reacquisition, noting ambidexterity is valued in surgery and piano playing.
William Driver of 609 Allegheny Avenue was involved in a collision between a wagon and a wall at 18th and Market, losing both ears. Doctor King at Medico Chirurgical Hospital grafted the ears back, with plaster and bandages and the patient leaving to recover at home.
Denver educator Professor Frank HB Thompson says kissing is safer than handshakes, arguing that handshakes carry germs hidden under nails and tissues. He urges educators to warn against the more common handshake rather than preaching about oscalation.
Frank Lyons aged 65 died at his Centerville home after being stung by a swarm of bees he was attempting to hire. He succumbed within an hour to the attack.
A discussion argues that dairy products are increasingly produced and sold in pure, healthful conditions. It notes modern breeding and sanitation improve safety, disputes the view that cows exist solely for milk, and suggests broader dietary shifts toward vegetarianism.
When fodder is cut immediately from the fields it preserves value and saves feed and labor. If left to stand in the fields values decline due to rains and rats, reducing the feed quality and amount.
A reader notes it costs no more to produce 100 pounds of poultry than 100 pounds of beef. The author argues that if beef sells for six cents per pound live, chickens could fetch twelve cents per pound live, suggesting poultry yields twice the live price.
Visit local poultry shows to learn what makes a fine bird. Even if your birds aren’t winners, your participation encourages learning and appreciation of quality stock.
Alfalfa is as hardy as clover and should be sown early in the spring to obtain a good start and to benefit from spring rains that will insure its growth.
A melodramatic scene unfolds as a woman hides a mailed letter and confronts a stern official. She fears her husband’s jealous wife will learn of the note, prompting terse exchanges and a tense, unpremeditated confession.
A fragment from a historical page presents a debate on figures with a bank president noting possible manipulation by a crooked cashier. The Statistician insists numbers do not lie while the bank leader hints at evasive truths in financial reporting.
A tale recounts the hero’s perilous journey in Africa. He claims to have survived crocodiles and man‑eating lions, cannibals, and other dangers, while the heroine reacts with a sympathetic, approving glance.
Van Dusen ponders Knicker’s account of Jerkins grilling the cook about birds being cold. Knicker says the cook answered with a sharp retort, claiming he handed Jerkins a hot one.
A man renting a safety deposit box asks to change his password. The attendant asks for the old and new passwords. The man names Gladys and Mabel, then says Gladys has gone to Reno.
A pastor announces he will move away, saying Satan crowds him and his work is hindered, leaving the town to his rival. A member of the flock asks if he is leaving, and he confirms his departure to leave Satan in sole possession of the town.
A brief witty exchange notes rising unmarried women and shrinking number of real men, with a man remarking on changing demographics before he leaves wearing his hat. The dialogue hints at social jokes about marriage trends and gender balance.
A fragment quotes a prospect's remark about aging and wisdom, contrasting old foolery with future fears. The terse exchange hints at reflection on past choices and the inevitability of getting older.
A terse witticism quotes Gladys on marriage to a man with a past. She says she is eager yet notes the risk of a partner's previous exploits. The remark implies social judgment and financial consequences.
Readable scraps show a tense exchange about loyalty and warning, with implies of betrayal. The garbled text hints at a dispute over a servant or aide and mutual accusations of absence or disloyalty.
An article outlines curing eggs using sodium silicate or waterglass, detailing dilution ratios from one part silicate to ten to twelve parts water, and storage in a cool cellar. It warns against washing eggs, recommends fresh eggs only, and notes preserved eggs retain flavor and yolk texture for months. A secondary method using lime and salt in eight gallons of water is also described.
A farmer trainer advises starting with a puppy at under four weeks, guiding its early movement and avoiding fatigue or injury. The method stresses gentle handling, early socialization, and rewards over punishment to build a loyal, useful herding dog with commercial farm value.
Institutes help farmers by providing extension like education and idea exchange. First established years ago, the movement gained momentum around 1895. Experts address farmers at meetings, sharing advances in agriculture and tips on livestock, seed selection, and herd improvements.
The article instructs to seal cracks at the bottom of the pig pens while leaving top openings for ventilation ensuring proper airflow. It emphasizes maintaining shelter integrity and animal welfare in the pig housing.
A local genial host shows off a three by two estate with rose trees, pocket shrubbery, and a half inch fountain. His guest Jackson jokes that he should turf a flower bed into a four inch wide golf strip.
A man known for arranging store windows to attract shoppers is described as transforming displays with pictures of prize fighters. The narrator notes his success came from simple visuals, not special skill, as crowds gathered to peek at the innovative storefront setups.
A bard asks if his poem can appear in a magazine but the editor dismisses hope. He notes advertising rates are five dollars per inch, making publication unlikely given the poet's lack of funds.
Country store chatter centers on locking out foreigners as Hiram Hayrick and Jonas Meadows express belief the Panama Canal will become a lock canal. Local voices debate who should be allowed through and who must stay out.
A speaker recalls labeling trunks China and blaming railway porters for mishandling. The items were shipped to Bhanghal and have not been seen since, prompting a judge to comment on accountability.
A humorous dialogue features a confident centaur claiming a mile in 1 96 flat and teasing a running mate choice. The exchange references social play and whimsical banter about prospects and partnerships in a mock political or personal context.
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