Diamonds From Grease Fueled Mining Innovation
In Kimberley miners extract diamond bearing earth and, after chores, a worker Kersten noted a grease coated board kept diamonds in place while garnet fell away. His method used a oiled inclined board to separate concentrates from diamonds, replacing hand panning with machinery. The innovation impressed mine owners and became standard practice. A separate anecdote recalls Nye avoiding a planned land sale, fearing loss, while a summer resident jokes about yacht ownership and mortality.
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Kimberley
Kersten
Sree
Harper’s
The Boy's Verdict in London Mail
Sister Jane enjoyed a moment with a visitor at the door then climbed to her room to think over the compliments. Seven year old James reports their visitor is not as stingy as expected, but his brother corrects him saying he is stingier.
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Sister Jane
James
Brother James
London Mail
Obeying Orders at the Piano
Mrs Eaton hushes twins who join Edith and Edward mid melody and are told not to sing along. The twins protest that they were singing something different in this London note from Ideas.
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Mrs. Eaton
Edith
Edward
London
Fine Game of Football Ends In 6 To 6 Tie On Campus
A Saturday afternoon football match on the college campus between the college team and the Willamette second squad ended in a 6 to 6 tie. The home team opened with a touchdown and goal, the visitors answered before halftime, then defense held and no further scores occurred. The lineup featured P. C. Willamette, E. Peanon, C. Winslow, Benson, and others in a tight contest.
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Willamette
P. C. Willamette
E. Peanon
C. Winslow Benson
L. G. Obmart Elliott
R. G. W. Vanderwort
Lindley St
Lund
A. Peanon
RT. C. Vanderwer Stretch
L. E. Hepp
Schramm
Hadley
R. E. Pfatt Armstrong
L.H. Gibson Lewis
R.H. Roland Smith
F. Hamilton
Leopard Charge Fought Off by Kermit in Africa
In Africa the leopard charged Kermit who fired twice, the second shot fatally wounding the beast. Beaters cheered the bold stand but one hunter advanced too close and the wounded leopard lunged at him, leaving the scene tense and chaotic as the action concluded.
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Kermit
Africa
McMillan
Frank Woop
Beautiful View Homes in Northwest Newberg Subdivision
Describes a desirable residence location near city limits offering 1 to 13 acres. Features a fine new eight room bungalow with modern style and conveniences. Seller will include two or more acres to fit buyer, and offers terms if desired. Advocates a two foot rule for farmers.
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Newberg
Edison and the accidental birth of the phonograph
The article recounts how Thomas Edison discovered phonograph by pressing a finger to a needle attached to a sheep skin diaphragm while experimenting with telephone diaphragms. A simple touch produced sound reproduction, leading to the first crude phonograph and Edison’s rapid refinements.
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Wiiea
Fale Ison
Edison
Finny
Eli E
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Wireless telegraph explained in old Atlanta exchange
An employer explains wireless telegraphy in simple terms to a worker, noting it sends messages through the air rather than by wires. The dialogue highlights confusion about how air connects to poles and the basic concept of wireless communication.
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Mistah Jenkins
Atlanta
Henry
Yassah
St. Louis Republic
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Beautiful View Homes
Newberg, Ore
Sunset Magazine
Pacific Coast
Oregon
San Francisco
Los Angeles
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Gattery Street
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Pioneer Hardware
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E. A. Ellis
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