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Newspaper
Rocky Ford Enterprise
Location
Rocky Ford, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
2
Nan and Jack recall college days through old photos and a letter revealing a twist of fate. Jack confesses he is the other man in a long-ago romance and plans to flee by train, leaving Nan stunned by the revelation and his sudden departure.
The Thermopylae extra in honor of Greek independence showcases blue and white ink, editorials by prominent Greeks and philhellenists, and ads in an old Greek alphabet style. It features masquerades of English and American names, including Samuel G. Howe, with occasional English quotes altered by the Greek compositor. The issue reflects Greek colonial interests and is praised by the New York Mail and Express.
The article explains the shift from beeswax to mineral wax used in candles. It notes major producing regions in Utah California Wales Galicia and Roumania and describes extraction depths from 350 to 600 feet near Boryslaw in eastern Galicia. Mines form a notable industry around the oil district.
The Madras Times warns against adopting England's board of agriculture as a model for India noting that India should study only what not to imitate. It argues against mirroring English policies and urges serious consideration of state aid and encouragement to Indian agriculture.
The article notes that M. Santos-Dumont pursues embroidery knitting and tapestry making in his spare time. It highlights his enjoyment of needlework once considered feminine and asserts he does not care who knows it. The piece closes with the line, Truth, like all, always comes to the surface.
William H. Marden of Stockton Kansas finally trimmed his ten foot long beard after decades of growth. The bearded farmer, famed for a record whisker, burned the mass in his kitchen stove to end the burden and public curiosity. Neighbors barely recognized him afterward.
A German school experiment places an ordinary man in a room with students to test observation. Girls focus on clothes and features about 80 percent, boys on features about 70 percent, with rest on both. The aim is to fix the force of witness evidence for identity.
A former reporter turned stockbroker asked to handle a million dollars in Russell Sage’s office last week. Sage complied by handing a bag of a thousand $1,000 bills, then the jokester rolled it in a newspaper and fled. Sage called for help and learned the prank’s blunt truth about wealth and worry.
The tale centers on Rud yard Kipling's maternal grandfather the Rev. George B McDonald a Wesleyan clergyman. While courting his future wife an aged Methodist elder burst into their parlor and found the couple sharing one chair. He exclaimed Mr McDonald when I was courting Mrs Brown she sat apart. McDonald replied That is what I should have done if I had been courting Mrs Brown.
A first person account contrasts divorce in Syria with American practices, noting in Syria a husband can end a marriage with three words. A woman returns to her father’s house and is left disowned until a buyer seeks her. If the husband wants her back he hires a professional intermediary to arrange a quick remarriage and divorce, since she cannot remarry the same husband.
After five and a half years of construction Berlin's new electric railways begin traffic. The piece notes how meeting a great man can reveal a reputation larger than the man.
A peculiar pipe crafted by an Eskimo from a walrus tusk draws attention as a striking example of indigenous craftsmanship. The artifact showcases traditional technique and material use, reflecting cultural artistry and practical function.
A profile of George W. Perkins detailing his rise from clerk to Morgan partner, his role in the Russian loan of 10 million, and his wealth reputed at about 300 thousand dollars yearly. The piece notes his height, appearance, genial manner, and influence on Wall Street.
Rt. Rev. James H. Van Buren, newly created the first Protestant bishop of Porto Rico, is a cultured New Yorker born 1850. Yale graduate 1873, ordained 187? and served in several congregations before going to Porto Rico in 1901 where he organized San Juan’s church. He authored church history and prepares Latin Hymns in English Verse. He has traveled in Europe twice.
Dr Henry Morton of Stevens Institute of Technology died recently and dedicated a poem The Hand That Rocks the Cradle Rules the World to Mrs Andrew Carnegie on the birth of a daughter. Carnegie responded with a $165000 gift to Stevens, Morton noting that was a pretty good price to pay for a poem.
Former president Cleveland is credited with investing 250000 to secure all land rights along Monument Beach, granting control ofshore rights of Buttermilk bay, an offshoot of Buzzard's Bay where Gray Gables sits. He is now seen as a major landowner in southeastern Massachusetts.
A hundred years of Portland Maine being the American port most connected to Martinique is noted. Sawmills within fifty miles have stayed busy on lumber and cooperage orders from St Pierre and Fort de France, reflecting a deep trade tie.
The New Orleans Times-Democrat discusses the Miller marine cableway invented by Spencer Miller to move coal from a collier to a warship at sea. The device uses two ships with masts and a tensioned wire rope system to shuttle coal across the water, enabling in-sea replenishment and potential transfer of provisions or supplies.
An observant man says telegraphy is a growing hobby with many functions. He cites a Chicago marriage performed by wire, notes chess and other long distance games played via cables, and predicts progressive card and party games will be done over the wire.
The article describes M Georges Jaubert's invention from Paris that dissolves in water to release oxygen. Two pounds of the air pastures yield 250 litres of oxygen, enabling theatre, hospital, mine, and submarine use and even a seaside trip bought from a chemist. It ends with a wry line about divorce and widow crepe veils.
The largest boring machine, built in Philadelphia, will be installed at a major electric company plant to bore 28 foot openings for huge dynamos. It features 36 foot cross rails, 12 inch steel boring bar, electric operation, two operator platform controls, and adjustable speed for the desired opening.
Russell Sage, prominent financier and former congressman, chaired the New York delegation at Taylor's 1848 nomination. He played a pivotal role in swinging New York to Taylor, then suggested Fillmore as running mate. Fillmore accepted the nomination and the ticket won. The piece notes Sage's broader influence and quotes Leslie’s Weekly on study and focus.
The article argues recreation should fully occupy the mind with new thoughts for real benefit. It contrasts common belief that exercise alone is beneficial with The Hospital paper which credits mental engagement as essential. It cites rowing riding driving and games as examples of activities offering this mental immersion.
Albert Edward and the Reporters recount a moment when Sir Francis Knollys reported press demand to the Prince of Wales at Marlborough House. The Prince laughed and invited them in, remarking they would enter whether by door or by ventilator. The piece notes the lucky man has a daughter for his first born.
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