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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1926
Page
8
The piece discusses making salts fats carbohydrates proteins and vitamins in labs. It cites Berthelot and Berthelot’s sun driven synthesis, noting cost questions compared to plant production and challenging the view that plant synthesis is uniquely vital.
The article traces early skating origins to an ancient Norseman who strapped bone to his feet. It notes bone and iron skates persisted into the twelfth century and suggests English adoption from Dutch influence for various sports, while pondering the Norseman’s motivation and family reaction.
The article explains the origin of Rupert's Land name linked to Prince Rupert the Hudson's Bay Company's first governor. Boundaries defined by 1867 dominion, land granted by Charles II and ceded by the company in 1869. Title passed to Britain, then to Canada in 1870.
The Washington Star notes Thomas Kensett likely started Maryland’s canning between 1820 and 1880, with definite evidence of oyster canning in Baltimore in 1841. It credits him and William Underwood with bringing canning to America from Europe, while acknowledging uncertain early dates and that canned oysters were probably the first true canned foods.
A report notes that witch doctors in East Africa are honored figures with thriving charmed readings and incantations. It claims civilizing influences cite their guidance on cures and poisons, while authorities describe the dangerous role of such practitioners.
A polishing process throws gold dust from jewelry in dust that embeds in machine covers. The dust is reclaimed by acid and chemical treatments, saving establishments nationwide thousands of dollars. One midwestern firm claims over $6,000 yearly in savings.
Osceola Nebraska City Council will meet October 4 1926 at 2 PM to assess costs for graveling and compacting in Improvement District No 1. The meeting includes a board of equalization to distribute assessments on property within the district described by the Nance and Ridge street area and adjacent parcels.
A New Jersey experimental study reports canaries suffer severe epidemics with high mortality. In New Brunswick a shop stock of 200 birds lost about 85 percent, and a private breeder lost 25 of 300. Nine deceased birds tested positive for a para-typhoid bacteria. source of infection remains unknown.
Observers note primitive tribes in tropical regions wear loin coverings in forms such as paints, tattoos, beads, bark cloth, or woven girdles. Nicobar islanders and Central East African groups show relatively little coverage. Causes include modesty, ceremonial markings, knife sheath use, burden attachment, and insect protection.
The article notes that ant milking of aphides defies heredity theory since worker ants are sterile and cannot pass training to offspring. Aphids provide honeydew from plant sugars, and ants may stimulate aphides to release it. In return ants defend, transport, care for eggs, and shelter aphids, especially in cold weather.
An ecclesiastical method to lift a church yard evil spell proves trickier than Archbishop Thomson’s ghost exorcism. He stayed in a haunted mansion and woke to see a pinched man in the room who nodded when asked if he lived there and if he could help with the new school fund, then vanished.
The sweet pea, native to Sicily, was first noted in 1695 by an Italian monk who sent seeds to England and Holland. Seeds became commerce by 1724 and Americans have grown them for over a century, with European varieties established here. A peak in popularity occurred in America from 1885 to 1900, as the waved Spencer type gained momentum during the 1900 London celebration.
Archaeologists reveal a relief showing King Ur-Engur adoring the Moon while an angel descends with a vase pouring water, with the scene repeated to symbolize multiple major irrigation canals. The find suggests Chaldeans valued canal construction, dating centuries ago.
The humming bird relies on powerful wing muscles to create rapid vibrations and a humming sound. Most species lack song, producing only squeaks of wrath or fear. A few tropical forms are said to be slightly musical. The bird is the smallest, and even stripped of feathers is not larger than a bumblebee.
Angora goats are small animals weighing about 180 to 140 pounds with occasional larger individuals in the United States. Both sexes commonly grow horns and beards. Fleece yields range from 3 to 12 pounds.
Osceola Nebraska August 5 1926 the Polk County Board of Equalization met to set 1926 levies after receiving the State Board of Equalization certificate. General fund 1.58 mills capital fund 0.22 mills 180 mills and an intangible property tax per law. Officials listed include H R Lind Julius A Johansen Lee Campbell George H Bond and Clerk John Sjoblom.
Chicago based Seeley truss expert announces demonstration at McCloud hotel in York on September 8. He promotes the Spermative Shield as a fast, non surgical rupture remedy and cites government documents and prior awards. The notice includes a Nebraska execution sale of farming land by Osceola Bank against Glenn A Willets scheduled September 18 in Polk County.
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