10 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Sierra County Advocate
Location
Hillsboro, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1916
Page
1
A columnist argues that true universal peace starts at home and warns against politicizing business. The piece likens political hostility to industry to a war, urging honest enterprise and wary scrutiny of leaders before calling for global peace.
A guide explains making stenciled linen cases that resemble book covers. Inside pockets hold photos of varying sizes while a colored border and centered design decorate the exterior. Gray linen or crash fabrics are recommended for durability.
The manager announces that star comedian Mr C4- cannot perform due to illness and nervous prostration. A gallery spectator shouts a question about advance payment as the curtain banter ends.
Dr Woods Hutchinson notes that lack of craving for alcohol in children and women may relate to their sweet tooth and indulgence in candy cakes fruit ice creams and sweetmeats, reflecting sugar's influence on diet.
A quiet breech bullet weapon once employed in England to put down injured horses is being adopted by U S anti cruelty groups. Its blow is said to be silent and swift, killing instantly with no noise to draw attention in urban streets.
In a humorous quip from Youth's Companion a guest asks why poor men give larger tips. The waiter replies that the poor want to hide their poverty while the rich wish to conceal their wealth, suggesting social signaling as the motive.
A quirky note on a boy who prefers being an interesting invalid over going to school and on a scientist who claims to eradicate the measles germ. The playful text hints at schoolroom mischief and scientific bravado in a bygone era.
A diner uncovers a beef surprise after shifting a potato, prompting the proprietor to ask how it was found. The odd moment highlights an accidental kitchen discovery and diner curiosity.
The story claims the manuscript of Home Sweet Home was buried with Miss Harry Harden of Athens Georgia. She refused to marry Howard Payne per her father's wish and, after parting from him, died by suicide in the family mansion with only a few Vetle church members present.
A prominent politician offered a humorous definition of a friend as someone who defends you against adversaries, endures hardships with you, lends money without security, and finally steps back when success arrives, staying out of the limelight.
A compact quotation from William James on courage that frames bravery as constant across daily modern work sites. It notes courage on railway bridges, fireproof buildings, freight trains, ship decks, cattle yards, lumber rafts, and among firemen and policemen.
The piece argues children deserve freedom from constant watching and warns against overcontrol. It notes that letting children drink after meals rather than during meals could reduce digestive troubles and promote normal habits.
A fragmentary caption describes a speaker expressing joy at approval and promising to make Earth a paradise. It mentions a waitress and a request for cheese for a young lady, with garbled foreign text surrounding the dialogue.
A compact meditation on cheerfulness as lasting strength and enduring utility. It extols uniform joyous effort, sunshine in spirit, and grace born of gladness, noting such qualities as beautiful and powerful.
The quote states that society should not judge great minds by perceived disabilities, noting Milton as blind Beethoven as deaf and Darwin as invalid, since their achievements eclipse personal infirmities. It reflects a reverent view of genius overcoming adversity and being remembered for contributions rather than limitations.
A Connecticut hamlet enforces old fashioned rules with a night-watchman and his dog that chases away children at eight o clock. The report notes this unusual measure as part of local order in the small community.
Pierre Laurent of Paris underwent removal of his worn-out stomach and received an ape stomach transplant. The operation is costly but could be offset by a diet of peanuts and insects, promising a simple route to ongoing nourishment.
In a sharp exchange from Harper's Weekly a character chides Linkum for repeating only the tastiest parts of what he hears. Jarrocke accuses him of being a scand-monger as Linkum defends his method of storytelling.
Local remark notes that Symbonam and Bymboliem consider the message not worth saying, preferring plain Poglish. The tone remains casual and self-contained without further detail.
Burnt misprint or cryptic note from 3M Co mentions balancing resources or strategies. The fragment suggests dual focus but lacks clear event or outcome.
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