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Newspaper
Sierra County Advocate
Location
Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1916
Page
4
In a fragmentary exchange a janitor asks if he should empty the wastebasket while a political figure, described with typographic oddity, mixes policy with personal finance. The speaker insists on securing bonds and stock certificates, planning to stash them in a pigeonhole before locking the wastebasket.
The London Standard notes ribbed costard apples, a cooking variety, now appear in shops. It explains the term costermonger or coster deriving from Edward J. bonehold accounts where a street apple seller was called a costardmonger.
A Punch theater sketch shows a conjurer prompting a timid volunteer to acknowledge a card. The volunteer blurts a mistaken confession admitting the queen of clubs as the lead card, then apologizes for the error, suggesting a humorous backstage mishap.
The excerpt reflects on home as the chief source of lasting happiness for a man after work. It emphasizes independence gained when the work is done and the comfort of returning to a quiet harbor of rest with his family.
A Tottenham constable comments on a defendant pledging to work if he can obtain a pint of beer at the end of the robbery. The remark echoes a sentiment from a writer who urged readers to Follow the Dream, suggesting a social commentary on crime and reform.
A terse remark attributed to a Parisian critic compares rural life to a harsh scene. The speaker, described as Thors a Frenchman, echoes a sentiment once voiced by Charles Lamb, claiming the country offers few comforts and miseries.
A sponge placed in a porcelain umbrella stand keeps the umbrella upright and prevents it from sinking into tar. It also absorbs rain water from a wet umbrella. A carriage sponge at the bottom is suggested and is inexpensive.
Directions advise wiping patent leather shoes and slippers with a post cloth wrung from oil to extend life. Keep the cloth in a small tin box with a cover to preserve shine and durability over time.
Fragmentary poem fragment contrasts black and orange wings with a woman's hat and apple tree imagery. Describes a tree stripped of leaves and fruit by canker-worms, echoing a dissociated view of femininity and nature.
A fond mother questions the visiting suitor while Leura insists on her own plans. The dialogue centers on autonomy and the young woman's stated intentions, revealing depth in romance and social expectations.
A tested treatment says to mix half a pound Indian meal with half a pound of borax until well blended. Place a handful of the mixture in spots where beetles will feed, as a simple pest control method.
The state board urges sterilisation of old books to destroy bacteria while preserving the books themselves. The author argues education should endure healthfully rather than damage to the institution, asserting the importance of protecting school works and textiles.
Synopsis of the game law notes seasons and definitions. It lists fish defined by the act including bass speckled trout and other species. It mentions small and large mouthed bass grap pie ring perch and related penalties. The notice appears as a public legal update on hunting and fishing restrictions.
The notice lists open seasons and possession limits for deer squirrels turkeys quail and fish across regions north and south of the 35th parallel with dates from October to November. licenses and fees for residents and non residents. and general hunting safety reminders urging proper licensing, having a match out, disposing of tobacco, limiting campfires, and reporting fires to forest authorities.
Forest Service urges strict observance of six simple rules to prevent fires in the mountains. The campaign stresses careful burning, clearing, and disposal of embers to avoid widespread losses and protect timber resources and communities.
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