Signatures and visiting cards traced to China origins
Fragmentary note observes that the practice of visiting cards and the habit of signing letters appear to have originated in China based on lingering signatures and the tone of acquaintance.
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1925
Page
59
Fragmentary note observes that the practice of visiting cards and the habit of signing letters appear to have originated in China based on lingering signatures and the tone of acquaintance.
London reports debate over whether gasoline engines perform better at night. A correspondent cites experiments with two aero engine tests showing higher RPM after darkness, then returning near daytime levels. The Autocar theory attributes this to atmospheric moisture or increased nighttime oxygen from vegetation. The piece notes skepticism and potential impact on the longstanding discussion.
Harrisburg reports from the State Educational Association show less than half of Pennsylvania youths aged fourteen to seventeen are enrolled in high schools. Data cover 226,286 students in high schools, 269,903 of school-age youths not enrolled, and a state network of 1,004 high schools with varying term lengths. Graduation estimates reach 35,000 annually, with 12 percent of total school enrollment in high schools, and shifts toward colleges, factories, and other trades among graduates.
Mrs Edna Brown was found guilty of murder by a Quincy jury for shooting her husband last May after a quarrel sparked by his alleged flirtation at a roadhouse. She faces sentencing later.
Harlansburg churchgoers will attend Sunday services at 1 pm and 2 pm with Rev. St Clair preaching in his first sermon since arrival. Installation for Rev. St Clair is set for Tuesday October 11 at 2 30 pm Eastbrook U P church and 7 30 pm Neshannock U P church.
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