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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1921
Page
8
The article notes a maritime exhibit society, dating to 1824, receiving Jenny Lind performances and drawing nearly eight million visitors. It discusses the exhibit’s varied marine life including 350 species per display and notable fish such as the sea horse Nassau grouper puffer and melting fish with a head disk.
Grandpa Coon recounts an old tale to Timmy and his brothers about why coons are called the Little Brothers to the Bear. Swifty the coon hides in Mr. Bear's house from Mr. Dog, the Bear confronts the intruder, and Dog flees with Mr. Man left puzzled, explaining the bond between bears and coons.
A pithy guide on how to introduce people with respect in military settings. It argues against abrupt introductions and suggests a respectful sequence using the mother and sergeant as examples. The piece notes that form matters, especially when introducing women, and offers clear, courteous phrasing.
Frank Wilstach notes the prize fight revived the word dither meaning to quiver or vibrate. He cites how the audience dithered with delight and compares it to shimmy, urging the term be sent to the cannery in Boston Transcript.
The piece argues that transpire means become public or known and should not replace happen or occur. It cites examples from journalism and recommends using it only when revealing a fact that becomes known, as in a council meeting report.
British officials in India devise a plan to fingerprint all people to impress locals. The idea travels to Scotland Yard in London and spreads widely, becoming a universal practice.
French critic notes boxing fans split over Carpentier and champion, exploring the word gentleman. He cites Washington Jefferson Adams Franklin Webster Newman and Bayard to show how the term has shifted from class to duty, suggesting boxing may redefine gentlemanly conduct.
A nostalgic set of kitchen notes offers recipes for popovers apple fritters trifles and fritter batter. It provides ingredient lists and basic steps including mixing beating and frying with notes on texture and serving. The prose frames these dishes as wholesome family fare and hints at versatile fruit options.
A cryptic verse ponders human purpose amid chaos. It describes eaves touching eaves to form a vast, unbroken line stretching beyond city lines, and asks a personal question about ownership of a single house within this expansive, intertwined world.
Jessie Roberts notes letters from women seeking farm opportunities and independence. Two young women profit from a small sheep farm with an apiary, selling premium honey and wool direct to private buyers. Emphasizes diversification, high quality produce, attractive packaging, and direct mail marketing.
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