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Newspaper
Newberg Graphic
Location
Newberg, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1912
Page
6
Missionary Warner Van Orden describes a dramatic dust storm in a Chinese valley. A twisting sand spout rose from a yellow cloud, engulfing the pack train and donkey boys, then collapsed across the road. The guide warned the sand could rise again, and the narrator reflects on near burial under tons of sand.
A South Sea island mother disciplines by hair pulling or biting the child, leaving scars on the arm. Affection is shown by drawing the thumb across the brow or cheek and gently biting the cheek. Nose rubbing is a common affectionate gesture among islanders and Maoris.
In battle a former Marquis of Townsend witnessed a drummer killed by a cannon ball scattering brains. His eyes fixed on the ghastly scene as a superior officer tried to reassure him. The Marquis replied coolly I am not frightened I am puzzled how any man with such a brain hog could be here.
A dialogue discusses the cost of supporting a wife, noting that the amount varies with circumstances. The speaker suggests it generally consumes all of a man’s income, reflecting on financial pressures in domestic life.
A description of ear stretching among African tribes detailing wooden spigots neck rings and stones used as plugs. It notes social meaning Masai and other tribes place on adornments and reports incidents of ear loops breaking and rejoining, plus natives reverting to village life and marking bodies with rings.
Harper's Magazine notes a likely genuine tale of Mark Twain arriving at the Buffalo Express to begin editing. With no staff present he reportedly asked to see a young man who could offer the new editor a chair in a playful, defiant moment.
A circulated anecdote notes Napoleon I asked a friend to judge his behavior for a week and the sole observed practice was his habit of thrusting a spoon through boiled eggs. Some speculate the habit dates from preventing witches from sailing in eggshells.
During Lord Chesterfield’s final illness a driver was advised to take a drive in his carriage. A passing lady remarked she was glad to see him out. He replied I am not driving out madam I am simply rehearsing my funeral.
An elderly Englishwoman described as very stout vainly tries to enter a rear door while a driver leans over. The scene includes her quip about not knowing sideways and a casual blessing to James as she speaks.
Mark Twain notes that humor varies by country and audience and that a familiar performer can outshine a stranger. He recalls a lecturer who lit up an audience by chance when replaced by a temperance preacher, proving stage persona can trump content.
A London Answers item quotes a sergeant major in a riding school scolding a recruit. The recruit replies he has always seen the horse's tail behind, highlighting humorous misunderstanding between trainee and animal during cavalry drill.
A famous English poet faced expulsion from a prestigious London club for dancing a fandango on members silk hats. James A McNeill Whistler intervened with persuasive eloquence, saving the poet and prompting the state committee to reconsider and accept the apology.
A man intent on suicide at the river paused to write a final message to his wife and could only mention butter ordered from a grocery. The incident reflects a realist finding that in supreme moments of terror the mind clings to mundane details.
A fragment describes another naval engagement with dialogue between Binks and inks noting the captain is to the rear admiral's daughter.
Executrix and Executor of the last will of J C Lucas deceased have filed their final account in Yamhill County Oregon. A hearing to approve the account is set for Monday December 1912 at 10:00 AM in the County Court at McMinnville. Interested parties must appear to show cause why the account should not be settled and the estate discharged.
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