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Newspaper
Shoshone Journal
Location
Shoshone, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1913
Page
6
The Lewiston Journal recounts a historic duck drive near Duck Harbor where settlers drove flocks inland and along the shore to gather birds. Boats formed a trap line to corral the birds as they shed feathers in August, with many ducks killed or dying after attempting to cross woods and return to shore.
A thirteenth century stone sun dial with no gnomon has been placed in the south wall of the chancel at West Clandon church. The chalk dial shows four quarter markers and is unusually well preserved, with earlier use as a buttress stone. The piece is notable among sun dials once common on churches.
A tribute to John Ruskin describing his teaching style and impact on learners. It praises his stepwise guidance, moral beauty, and encouragement of sincere craft. The piece highlights his disdain for mechanized poor finish and his call to seek noble work and social reform.
A new Indian agent in South Dakota misread Sioux customs while inspecting a school. He prompted a girl to uncover her face, triggering a marriage claim he believed was impossible. After confusion and laughter, the agent learned he had effectively wed the girl and faced repurchase costs to end the union.
A Harper's Weekly excerpt notes that many beasts heal with simple remedies guided by instinct. It cites bathing, dust, herbs, water, sun exposure, and instinctive self care such as blocking blood flow with hands or leaves. It mentions animals using grasses for appetite and illness and ambulances for warriors.
Help wanted notice seeks a woman to introduce spring line of women’s wear including corsets, stockings, petticoats and wallets. Offers weekly pay, potential bonuses, and sample packs. No experience required. apply at Standard Goods Co. Desk 10, Binghamton, N Y. WAQ ad mentions Gem Market.
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