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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1905
Page
5
A playful collection of quips and snatches from The Scandia Journal touching on the Prince of Wales Secretary Root honesty and truth Diogenes the lantern story a Worcester bachelor’s forthcoming wedding and a humorous remark about Cleopatra and gas fuel costs during a Persian shah’s vacation with a joking note about New York hotels.
An uneasy note of withdrawal echoes in Roumania as it steps back from the international stage. The nation appears to shrink its participation, prioritizing neutrality and domestic concerns while major powers shape the ongoing drama.
The article confirms Daniel Castro’s re-election as President of Venezuela for six years. It notes strong suspicion that his running mate is unavailable, described as “on the shelf.” The piece hints at political uncertainty within the administration and potential succession concerns.
A New York philosopher contends that a man can love two women simultaneously though few can afford it. The remark frames a meditation on love and circumstance.
A church in Paris finished after 1600 years of construction, reportedly begun under a government contract. The project’s completion marks a rare continuity of work across eras and authorities.
A witty appraisal praises a Berlin scientist credited with discovering a cure for red noses. The remark highlights the inventor's bold character and ingenuity, suggesting his work could yield unexpected benefits.
Mrs Jimmie Brown Potters was ruled bankrupt in England amid a long running theatrical racket that rose briefly before ending. The case outlined a notable arc from ambition to collapse in the industry.
A Toledo man reportedly navigated an air ship to the summit of a ten story building. Dispatches offer no explanation for why elevator access was denied for the ascent.
Prof Wilder of Cornell denies ever saying the time would be when man would be brain. The remark is linked to restore confidence among get rich quick operators.
A Pittsburg school teacher has asked Andrew Carnegie for 10 million dollars. Andrew Carnegie has not yet decided and is weighing the request. The note ends by remarking on the large number of teachers.
The crew of his yacht mutinied and Gould retired to his cabin and barred the door, lining up with Achilles and other famous historical heroes in a tense moment aboard.
A noted philologist argues that language contains more terms for sins than for virtues, attributing much of this disparity to politics. He notes politics shapes linguistic emphasis and moral framing in society.
A quoted remark from Parson Jenks claims America gains at least four million dollars daily. With eighty million citizens, his figure implies a share of half a cent per person, prompting the question Are you getting it.
A published table shows John L Sullivan earning 397000 during his ring career, but the notable point is that he currently has none of that money. The contrast underscores the decline in his financial standing since his boxing days.
The note frames Nicholas as a cruel autocrat yet hints at a dramatic incident where a man preparing to move into a new home discovers a cook and coal bin filled with dynamite. The scene suggests a tense temper and potential danger unfolding within a domestic setting.
A humorous observation argues that attachment strength is not gender based, noting a man may cling to an old hat with strong sentiment while a woman’s attachment to such items remains unlikely. The piece playfully challenges common beliefs about emotional bonds across genders.
Wireless telegraph operators report that the goddess of Liberty is intercepting dispatches in New York. They fear women recipients cannot keep private messages secret.
Constance notices a dazed man who looks like her husband in church and later eyes her daughter Clare. Mrs. Hamilton learns the visitor boards with Mrs. Fry and cares for Johnny while keeping distance, while Constance worries about his odd gaze and possible connection to her family.
Mrs. Fry recalls a man calling himself Primus Edes, clothing marked H A and AL, raising suspicions about swaps and concealment. Constance Hamilton notes a resemblance to her husband, while neighbors react to the odd tale with wit about witchcraft and daily life. Local papers quote the Dobers and comment on slot machines and a patchwork quilt anecdote.
Constance Hamilton suspects a resemblance between Primus Edes and her husband Vane Hamilton as she visits Mrs. Fry to learn if Edes remains ill. She fears a disguise and hidden visits to her house, and asks Mrs. Fry to help confirm hair color and identity while keeping the matter secret.
An advertiser argues that competing flaked cereals are inferior to Grape-Nuts, claiming its starch is fully transformed into sugar through a lengthy process. It emphasizes pre-digestion, purity, and scientific analysis, asserting Grape-Nuts supports brain and nerve health and is not replicated by rivals.
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