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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1929
Page
10
A short reminiscence by THOMAS ARKLE CLARK, former treasurer, recalling the burdens of collecting dues from delayed subscribers. After repeated polite reminders to Pinkerton went unanswered, frustration grew as the debt remained unpaid despite the debtor's apparent means.
A 1929 Western Newspaper Union piece argues true gentility rests on respect for women and the elderly, clean speech and conduct, avoiding vulgar talk, and acting considerately. A gentleman helps others, restrains anger, and does duty to minimize others’ discomfort.
Two Inuit boys Ben and Sam, sent from Southampton Island and Lake Harbour to a Lakefield school to learn the white man’s ways, fall sick with influenza pneumonia and mastoid surgeries. Doctors warn staying would mean death. they sail back to the Arctic aboard the Nascopie to be returned by missionaries.
Bobby Jones leads a strong field for the National Amateur Championship to be held at Pebble Beach Del Monte Golf and Country Club from September 2. Archdeacon Fleming notes Eskimo progress and praises language learning by Ben and Sam in a separate remark.
An American girl in Paris advertised as a guide for young ladies and became an unlikely cupid. A New York auto mechanic, seeking the mysterious Paris sweetheart, corresponded, she matched them, and the couple wed in New York before sending a two dollar fifty cent check. The girl has returned home.
Robert Brookings of St Louis once a wealthy man now lives on moderate income by spending wisely. At 79 he helps govern research through three institutions and built Washington University into a world renowned college. He believes money is best enjoyed by giving it away.
The article explains using dynamite to reveal salt domes that may indicate oil. Explosions create vibrations recorded by seismographs, with soil vibrations being roughly one third as slow as those through salt domes, signaling potential oil deposits.
A town-wide bird sanctuary enhances curb appeal with feeding stations on trees and bird baths near homes and schools. Warblers and other birds frequent the area as residents and visitors remark on the town’s distinctive, friendly atmosphere praised by Evansville Courier for its vivid example of American life.
The Kansas City Star notes European and American interest in making roads artistic through trees shrubs and hedges. Missouri, under the state highway commission, is planting along principal roads to protect the investment and improve travel aesthetics. Local communities are urged to assist in this public improvement.
The article argues that building without plans wastes money. Detailed blue prints and specifications guide spending and prevent costly changes. Proper planning ensures you know what you will get from start to finish and protects material quality.
A San Francisco Call and Post editorial laments a tall redwood in Mill Valley facing removal due to speeding traffic. It argues speed in residential areas is unnecessary and beauty should be protected, suggesting warnings and possible league input to save the tree and preserve mountain greenery.
The national slogan This is your country beautify it aims to clear up traveler misunderstanding about roadside ownership. If ownership of the highways is clarified a sense of pride could promote greater attractiveness along routes.
A well designed house promises stronger resale value than a less attractive neighbor. The article argues good architecture enhances long term appeal and marketability for homeowners.
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