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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1912
Page
3
A young man tells a sweet girl he plans a 28 day journey to Mexico saying he may not return alive. They discuss purpose, fears, and invitations while a neighbor shares family troubles and a chorus wife with frayed finances. The piece reads as a string of cafe conversations with mood shifts.
Mrs Wadsworth explains that in China many habits are opposite to those here. Mrs Dawson notes examples such as complimenting by saying someone looks older and guessing ages to be older than appearance. The dialogue ends with a playful remark on how such compliments would fare there.
A child asks if his father has killed before. The father bluntly confirms many killings. The boy replies that such violence would qualify him for future leadership, implying a cynical view of power and ambition.
An impassioned temperance lecturer arouses the crowd as a deacon in the audience clutches a bottle, the spirited moment prompting audience reactions and a chorus of hear hear from the crowd in a Puck-like vignette.
Snippet shows a casual remark on lazy men and self reflection. A remark about a straw vote among friends and neighbors suggesting they are free to voice opinions.
Peters and the Smiths shared a cordial visit in New Jersey. An alarm clock in Peters hat was set for 10 30 to signal departure. The Smiths later visited Peters, enjoyed a pleasant evening, and left around 10 30 despite the clock.
A colloquial exchange reveals Mr. Smith Rastus suspects his employer drinks. The narrator notes the boss keeps a bottle under his car seat, implying regular consumption.
A clergyman recalls a Sunday school anecdote about a girl who collects “good conduct cards.” She proudly claims she will not miss a Sunday for a year to earn a complete deck, a moral tale on diligence and incentives.
A Cleveland lawyer recalls a client seeking divorce over her husband’s disbelief in the Bible. The attorney notes Ohio law requires more than infidelity to sustain a suit, and the woman is pressed to provide additional grounds beyond religious disagreement.
Peter Knollenburg marked his sixty ninth birthday at a local theater inviting friends to the show. Posters announced that all smiling attendees were welcome and the crowd packed the house for the celebration.
A fragment suggests a woman danced the Jelly wobble on the street yesterday. The exchange questions if intoxication caused the scene, but the remark concludes she was simply fat.
Fragmentary text hints at a literary line about misreading a person’s alertness and shadow imagery. Limited readable content focuses on unclear quotation and possible aside. No concrete events, names, or places emerge from the available lines.
The Turkish reform movement under the Young Turks faces backlash as authorities order women to avoid public display and require thick veils in public spaces. Arrests and exiles follow for those deemed morally lax, while some women adapt by European styles. The piece notes social tension and mentions cultural observations on cries and music.
Samuel Markowitz sued to annul his marriage to rea Markowitz claiming he would not kiss her. Justice Marean rejected the motion as absurd. Mrs. Markowitz sought alimony and counsel fees, noting she married young at her mother's urging and that the union had formed under threat of self harm. The court denied the motion for annulment.
The Rev Noel Bonavia-Hunot, senior curate at St Matthew's Willesden, says his Psalm 137 setting By the Waters of Babylon was inspired by babies crying at baptism. He contends the composition is original and musical, reflecting the lament of Zion with a melodic chant.
Mrs Annie Chambers wife of a Pennsylvania railroad engine driver fought a burglar who bound her head down to a bed post and searched the house. He raided four small banks kept by two children and fled with 45 dollars before neighbors freed her.
In Plainfield New Jersey two laborers William Myers and Pasquale Delato found a tin can buried on United States Senator Martine’s Cedar Brook Farm containing 1000 dollars in old greenbacks. They split the money after the finders were permitted to keep it with no clue who buried it.
Berlin reports Baroness Bertha von Suttner's new novel Der Menschheit Hochgedanken introduces Andrew Carnegie under a pseudonym as Franka Garrett inherits wealth and promotes a feminism linking virtue and power. He organizes Lucertio’s Parliament of Humanity and spreads ideas globally. Ostwald is noted as originator of the concept.
The mail steamer Dora arrived from Ghirikof island with 36 survivors of the Ace schooner Joseph Russ. The vessel wrecked in a gale off Seward Alaska, the crew and a woman clung to rigging for six hours as immense waves swept the deck. Life belongings and provisions were salvaged as rescuers approached. Some crew members rowed in two small dories to Chignie 100 miles away.
Guide on frying chilling bacon before cooking and several methods to reduce grease. It covers baking on a rack broiling with ice and serving ideas including tomato bacon dishes and gravy sauces. Provides tips on cooling draining and flavoring for a crisp brown finish.
A short tip describes using French chalk to remove soil from HMnen shirtwaists or center pieces without washing. Roll with chalk dust on the fabric, leave for several days, then shake out for an immaculate look. Encourages trying the method.
Beaten eggs and sugar folded into flour with milk butter and vanilla. Filling uses butter powdered sugar coffee cocoa and vanilla to create a rich coffee-flavored layer.
Cleaning tip explains mending lace curtains by cutting strips from old net and dipping in hot starch. Apply pieces to worn areas so they adhere and become less noticeable.
Beat together one fourth pound of butter and one fourth pound of sugar. Add one egg one teaspoon each of cinnamon and mace water and six ounces of flour. Roll out very thin and bake in a quick oven.
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