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Newspaper
Myrtle Point Enterprise
Location
Myrtle Point, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1909
Page
2
The piece reflects on the Wright brothers highest achievements, contrasts with others, and comments on wealth and public figures. It mentions Castro recognizing bluffing, the late Henry H Rogers wealth underestimation, a Danish poet dying with a million, and a jab at preachers marrying jokers.
In a remark linking imperial mourning to Western slang, observers note that the death of the Sultan of Turkey is to be marked by a twenty three gun salute, illustrating cross cultural influence and ceremonial practice.
The passage muses on evolution shedding unused body parts including the appendix and recalls a quip from the Literary Digest about whether the world owes the poet a living. It reflects on living versus killing as a forgotten distinction.
Orville Wright asserts airships are equally safe a mile high and ten feet up, arguing they are purer in the air and have fewer disease germs, making higher flight safer.
The Hon. Mehmed V. speaks as if he believes he should act to justify his salary. The remark hints at a critique of his duties and public service expectations.
A light social note from Atlanta suggests a humorous recipe for happiness in relationships. The line proposes giving a partner freedom in wardrobe choices as a simple, effective approach to harmony.
A report claims an Ohio man swallowed three carpet tacks, prompting questions about how such items could pass or be surgically managed. The tale hinges on alleged self harm and medical handling, with minimal corroboration provided.
Whittier, the sole man in the scene to express pure joy at being snowbound, contrasts with the grim situation of others. He is not confined to a cramped accommodation train with only one sandwich between him and Omaha, highlighting his unusual mood.
Dispatches report Colonel Roosevelt’s rhinoceros was bagged on Sunday. The piece notes it is permissible to shoot if a rhino appears at a yard seeking poultry, reflecting the era’s attitudes toward wildlife and defense.
One doctor states that health requires eating plenty of hard foods and tough meat that demand chewing. The writer quips that many doctors seem to write humorously by habit rather than by intent.
A new four volume Cyclopedia of American Agriculture is announced to be released. It claims to tell farmers both what to do on a farm and how to do it, aiding those who are ignorant of agrarian practices.
The natural boy is born a player and plays to grow with heart and instinct. He thrives in early weeks without overplaying and should only be steered away from base ball when other games demand equal mental and bodily agility.
The article contrasts small older colleges with modern ones. It argues the old graduate had discipline and a trained mind, while the contemporary graduate focuses on manners clothes and boisterous sports.
In a recent speech Mr Taft provoked laughter by joking his audience should read the Congressional Record. The remark notes the Record’s bulk and cost make it unpopular yet remains a vehicle for the intelligent.
The author laments U S newspapers favor summaries over verbatim records and urges reprinting key passages. They compare American reporting unfavorably with English papers that cover Parliament more fully, noting original spelling and proceedings deserve exact reproduction.
Former prime minister Lord Rosebery spoke to London journalists warning of an ominous European outlook with global naval arms build up. He argued Britain would keep expanding war ships but feared it would not avert barbarism, while noting reforms and public opinion growth counter these fears. He urged restraint and economic focus over arms race.
A Seattle dispatch reports a U S Navy Burnside cable ship hauled a tangled government cable from Valdez toward Sitka after a whale bit the line and drowned when the creature twisted the wire around its head. The crew saved whalebone and damaged rope details emerge.
A fragmented prose fragment describes a young girl in a white dress with a blue sash on a summer evening, provoking a disturbing, unsettling male gaze and urge. The passage hints at a raw, troubling reaction without providing further context.
A columnist laments the woman who never reads and her social drain on hosts. The piece shifts to fashion, describing a true book lover’s attire and a beauty tonic method for scalp care with step by step instructions.
Instructions describe making dough from flour and cold water until smooth and nonsticky. It emphasizes kneading as for bread and continues with an incomplete instruction about a piece.
Richard Maxwell Winans notes in Harper’s Weekly that about 46 000 fewer marriages occurred in New York State in 1908 than expected under normal conditions. He attributes the decline to a new law requiring couples to appear in person at City Hall to obtain licenses, which led many to wed in adjacent states.
A reflection on what traits a girl values in a man. The piece notes a man who challenges her views, dislikes flattery, remains sincerely interested in her troubles, and dislikes comparing her to others. It suggests admiration for honesty and consistent attention over flattery.
Open umbrellas and place a drop of oil in each joint then open and close several times to ensure penetration. Wipe excess oil and remove any on the cover with gasoline. Repeat this process in the course of a year.
Instructions describe applying a thick wall finish over faded or spotted plain papers on walls to renew their appearance. The method involves using a clean piece for large areas and applying swiftly to prevent wetting the paper, ensuring quick drying for a fresh look.
Bishop William Croswell Doane told St. Agnes' graduates in Albany that the loud suffragist tactics may drown out reasonable appeals. He urged addressing legislators and warned that women’s dignity and influence suffer from hysterical campaigning for the vote.
An article urges women ordered to use a scalp tonic to learn proper application. It notes hairdressers are best for rubbing in the tonic, but since that option is often unavailable women must learn to apply it correctly themselves to avoid worsening hair condition.
A reader notes that after implementing the plan children’s umbrellas last longer. One umbrella now outlasts three that previously endured before the change.
Describes a pale green bordered foulard gown with a white silk yoke bodice featuring fan plaits, lace pieces, a bertha band, and pointed strap pieces from the border. Embroidered green ring, velvet dark green edging, crochet buttons at each point, four deep tucks on the blouse, turks on sleeve tops, and a plain dotted hemmed skirt.
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