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Newspaper
Sierra County Advocate
Location
Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1914
Page
4
The new amendment to the Prussian building code mandates that laborers connected with building operations have their buts warmed between November 1 and April 1 whenever the outside temperature reaches fourteen degrees, or eighteen below freezing.
The girl asks how to tell difference between a yacht and a sailboat. Captain Cleet replies by looking into the pantry noting plentiful refreshments and seagaru means yacht, otherwise plain victuals indicate a sailboat. The quip reflects maritime humor from the Washington Star.
An archaic musing notes that a bright active brain in good working trim outshines perfect bodily health when choosing priorities. The piece contrasts mental vigor with physical comfort, favoring intellect in daily decision making.
In a domestic economy lesson a student named Betty is asked for the best milk preservation method. The answer, succinct and humorous, is you should leave it in the cow, a remark recorded as a brief point.
A satirical line from Burton Kingsland derides a woman as lacking true culture. The critic oratorically describes her mind as narrow, confined by servants, children, ailments, and clothes, highlighting social constraints and gendered expectations.
The London Spectator remarks on Andrew Lang's health and writing pattern noting most work done when tired and weak. It labels his temperament as cranky and notes the difficulty of understanding and forgiving his frequent crankiness.
A moral reflection argues that good actions should arise from duty rather than the pursuit of happiness. It asserts that genuine virtue comes from doing good for its own sake, not for a personal return of joy or satisfaction.
A robber argues with a victim over payment terms, claiming limited tools and time hinder profit. The defrauded party insists on his word and price, revealing a tense exchange amid a theft incident.
A nine year old essay claims Oliver Cromwell was wicked and killed many. It notes Cromwell had a copper nose and dwelt with a truly religious goal, reflecting early bias in Christian Lite commentary.
For the benefit of sportsmen we publish the following extracts from the game law of New Mexico which went into effect June 14 1912. Deer with Horns with gun only October November early of each year Limit one deer per person in each season Wild Turkey with gun only November let etc January loss of each year Limit four in the season at one time Native or Crested Mascot?
Fragmented text lists hunting seasons and limits for various species including quail, dove, grouse, trout and big game. It mentions possession limits, dates such as November to January and May to October, and prohibitions on capturing lists of animals. It ends with license fees: general big game and bird license for residents 150 dollars and non resident license 10 dollars.
Simple guidelines warn to extinguish flames fully before disposal. Do not leave camp fires unattended, keep fires small, clear surrounding needles and leaves, and report any fire to a forest ranger or state fire warden immediately if it cannot be controlled.
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