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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1920
Page
3
A new four cycle high power power log saw called the Ottawa promises faster log cutting with lower cost and greater output. It features a friction clutch operated by a lever enabling engine start stop without halting the engine and claims to outperform competing saws while selling for less than similar sizes.
A guide to selecting a dairy cattle breed based on local conditions and market needs. It discusses two income sources from dairy cattle, the importance of butterfat standards, and how breed choice interacts with community mix, climate, pasturage, and price trends. It notes the value of cooperative buying and the effect of breed dominance in a locality. It also stresses balancing personal preference with market and breed characteristics for success.
The article traces the origin of Christmas boxes from ancient charitable gifts to their role in ships and churches. It notes Catholic masses for gifts, sailors placing money in boxes for prayers, and how post Christmas Day became Boxing Day in England with boxes kept for money and presents.
A housekeeper plans an innovative Christmas display with a mirror star centerpiece, holly sprigs, and red chrysanthemums at the breakfast table. Napkins carry holly sprigs and red ribbons. chairs bear large gift bags filled with varied items from opera bags to school books, all dainty and finely made.
The early church divided on celebrating Jesus birth with groups fixing January dates, September 29, and March 29. By the fourth century the new year period and then December 25 became the common date chosen by both Western and Eastern churches, credited to Pope Julius I.
Country Life in America extols the Christmas rose for outdoor growth at holiday time. The plant reaches six to eight inches high with large greenish white flowers two inches across, resembling a giant single rose and clustered among dark green leaves.
A Victorian dinner idea suggests serving salad in a block of ice. The ice square is heated to smooth edges, a cavity is formed, and lettuce and holly sprigs border the centerpiece. The block rests on cloth or a platter with a holly wreath surrounding it.
A small boy runs to show his uncle a slate display declaring he has a million as a Christmas present. The scene is described in the periodical Fliegende Blatter, highlighting childlike pride and a playful boast.
The San Francisco News Letter complains of dirty streets in the city despite mild climate and lack of industrial smoke. It suggests using ocean water for washing to keep streets healthier and cleaner year round. Also notes a plan to transport Fraser River salmon eggs by aircraft due to fragile hatchery eggs unable to endure pack animal travel.
When asked if vows prove love, the Detroit News notes that marriage oratory is just talk dressed in Sunday clothes and questions the seriousness of wedding promises.
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