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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1908
Page
2
A jumble of quips about lawy ers money actors and travel. The piece mentions busybodies counsel and cautions about bargains with suspicions. It notes a Pennsylvania man plans to quit and hopes to live long, with assorted misprints and stray phrases.
After saving for two years, a couple has returned to Hungary and settled there for the rest of their lives. The move marks a decisive finish to years of planning and frugal living.
Chauncey Depew asserts overeating kills more people than alcohol. The remark suggests a slower yet deadly process, prompting debate on health risks and lifestyle choices.
A reflective line on relationships and finances, arguing that poverty does not excuse leaving a partner. The couple’s belief that two can live on one income contrasts with the ideal of mutual support and commitment.
A Los Angeles widow forfeits a $500,000 inheritance by marrying again. The piece notes the new husband must possess certain qualities, shifting focus from courage to the assets and terms of the estate.
Dr. Wiley argues improved bread could reduce divorce rates. The idea faces skepticism from theater circles where such talk may not be well received.
An official dog catcher in New Jersey has been bitten by dogs of many breeds in the line of duty. The article notes no one has investigated the impact on the dogs involved or possible consequences for canine behavior.
Over the past year Boston reports seven million dollars more in money order business. Observers note locals who sought world travel have been sending home for funds to support their plans.
A cryptic Indiana judge warns the public against moral shock as controversy surrounds the director renown while noting ongoing attention to women lifting skirts in rain. A figure named Daniel faces judgment in the same era.
American inventors capture attention in Europe as practical airborne designs draw global notice and praise for their ingenuity.
The Canadian Pacific Railway adds a honeymoon steamship with three hundred honeymoon staterooms for couples. Only thirty second class berths exist on the steamer, as grooms will not accept inferior accommodations. Bachelors may use the cheaper quarters.
President G Stanley Hall argues in the American Magazine that boys aged twelve to sixteen drift from mothers and need the father's wise guidance to shape character. He laments fathers shift responsibility to teachers and emphasizes parenting as essential for both individuals and the state.
A boy at an Atlantic coast bathing beach scoffed at rescuers, then later cried for help when cramps struck. A third call for assistance saved the boy who went under unconscious, while others elsewhere have perished after ignored pleas for aid.
The writer recalls a prank where boys shouted Wolf as a joke and asks how long it will take for both boys and men to learn the lesson about truth and consequences. The piece reflects on trust eroded by false alarms.
The piece argues vast public lands hold poor farming value but rich mineral and forest resources. It notes Montana Idaho and Nevada favor settlement, while the nation must keep lands as a national asset, urging stricter land laws and enforcement to safeguard resources for all people.
A lecture-like admonition contrasts self reliance with dependence, arguing that true progress comes from independent action. It cites railway airsh rake and Atlantic cable as examples, warning that timidity and reliance on others erode personal power and liberty.
A humorous verse from the Quebec Chronicle recounts a clash of views on proper prayer posture. Various figures argue for kneeling, standing with arms raised, eyes closed, or hands folded, until Cyrus Brown shouts from Trudgkin's well that praying on his head was the best prayer he ever said.
The St Paul Pioneer Press notes a clerk’s remark about war and work linking Sherman’s wish to the broader stance readers recognize in labor and conflict debates. The item frames the quote as a reflection on duty and effort.
Baron Takahira argues that international disputes stem mainly from internal conditions of affected countries rather than external pressures. He notes that disorder and misgovernment often accompany rivalries, especially in less modern or organized states, which increasingly trigger public anxiety and conflict.
Ada May Kreoker argues that repeated phenomena shape outcomes in cities. She links urban grime to physical and aesthetic effects, suggesting dark hues depress and bright colors energize, while psychologists add warnings about color and mood in modern life.
Rev William Bustard reflects on female self realization noting that a girl born is no longer a nonentity but a woman with power to influence. He praises industrious girls in business and stresses balancing society life with true womanhood over mere social status.
The text contrasts sunshine with storms and notes that only sterner hearts rise in difficulties. It suggests that Parisian views of smoke gloom may miss a small benefit, while resilience and stubbornness help endure dire dangers.
Chancellor MacCracken argues four years of intelligent study give an advantage in professional school, while wasting time in college is worse for the largest colleges. He cites Lord Bacon's time allotment of sleep meals work and warns many students misallocate time toward athletics societies and politics.
The article describes temperance beverages evolving from plain water and lemonade toward “soft” punches using lemonade as a base. It details recipes for punch blends including tea based mixtures, lemonades with pineapple and berries, clear strong coffee with cream, and a raspberry shrub foundation. It emphasizes wholesome home hospitality for youth and family, with no liquor involved.
Peel and squeeze eight large oranges and two lemons. Put juice into a bowl with a small cup of granulated sugar. After it stands ten minutes and sugar melts, add a tablespoonful minced pineapple and let stand a few minutes.
A man carries a heavy bundle and misplaces it in a huge store. After wandering two blocks to locate the check room in a distant corner, he finally deposits the bundle and reflects that the check room system saved him from weariness and trouble.
Etymologists trace the word beads to rosaries used for prayer since time immemorial with meanings linked to bid dan and beodan. The term beads extends from prayer counting to auctions and various cultural uses among Sindoo, Greeks, Persians, and Roman Catholics.
A terse London Opinion quips about distrust in a doctor and a snappy remark on being told what not to eat. The brief exchange highlights skepticism toward medical advice and personal dietary choices.
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