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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1921
Page
10
An article argues that better roads expand farming markets and reduce winter costs by shortening haul distances to railheads. It notes improved highways attract investment, cut storage and transport expenses, and sustain rural communities, with state aid speeding county road programs in New York.
A historic bridge on the Lincoln Highway near Bensalem spans Penney and Mia regions, noted as an exemplary cross state structure. The Bet named Bet is described with a 48 585 feet length, a central 100 foot arch, approaches of 60 foot and 190 feet, overall 78 feet wide with a 14 foot roadway and two 9 foot walks, plus intermediate strips of 4 foot.
An analysis compares hauling produce over treated gravel to poor dirt roads. It concludes that using treated gravel saves about 6 on a round trip when transporting a ton of hay or produce, while very poor dirt roads may prevent travel entirely.
Road work last year surged, doubling costs from 11 to The expansion pushed gravel road costs from 585 to 7208 dollars per mile and concrete from 210100 to 40000, brick from 33000 to 55000 per mile, reflecting widespread increases in material and labor expenses.
New York City leads New York in paved streets with more than 41 million square yards. Chicago follows with 4 110 000 square yards and Philadelphia at 22 010 000 square yards.
Ladies look to white lace and black lace frocks for day and evening wear. An all over white lace gown trimmed with black, paired with a Dresden silk parasol and white georgette hat, forms a complete afternoon toilette. Simple bodice, lace panel, and tasteful accessories make the outfit versatile for formal or casual settings.
A fashion feature surveys summer hats showcasing four bright millinery examples. The bold wide brimmed black marines piece with white lily clusters, a pale blue crepe de chine swan hat, and a black hair braid hat with a double brim illustrate the season’s playful yet elegant headwear, highlighting design flair and festive summer mood.
Timmy waits in Laureen’s parlor as Louise tests his shorthand skills with a love note written in type. Jealousy flares as Jimmy reads his own unreadable marks and finally confronts the truth about Louise and the famed Shark. The scene ends with Jimmy reading aloud a vow of love and preparing to face the outcome.
Festival season in Mongolia features the devil dance to purge evil spirits in spring. Midsummer rites revive primitive nature worship, drawing pilgrims as Living Buddha appears in orange felt, monks in lacquer hats, and officials in Manchu robes. The procession ends at the monastery gate before dawn with stone piles and prayer banners. A final ceremony uses six foot bronze petal instruments for a feast.
In a general musing the author recalls how in older days house cleaning required crawling on hands and knees and beating dust from rugs. The piece laments modern ease and urges appreciation for past labor when mother clipped carpets and used simple tools. Detroit Free Press.
A fragment notes that no violinist was available for a local concert and Uke Binks is delighted to perform. The host dismisses concerns about an ancient law and insists no one will know the difference. The odd exchange centers on an outdated rule and a misleading claim.
A fragment cites Bowton Tran script lines about Altca's pity and dull remarks in sleep. The garbled note hints at a scene of condescending remarks and fatigue in dialogue. Further readable context is needed for full clarity.
Jud Tanking comments that many a man is interested in shifting focus away from the League of Nations. He notes personal interest in distraction as a coping approach.
An analysis asserts the Chinese social system under Confucian and patriarchal norms will not rapidly change through reform. It argues religion and philanthropy fail to address root causes of overpopulation, noting vast infant mortality and the futility of political or cultural shifts to avert subsequent unrest.
At the recent general meeting of Monte Carlo casino shareholders it was announced that 60 000 000 francs were collected in 10 21 from roulette and chemin de fer and entrance fees, up from last year by 12 000 000 francs. Expenses totaled 4 700 000 francs, leaving a profit of 22 004 000. A dividend of 275 francs per share was declared, with 25 francs paid last November, totaling 00 francs per share, 4 francs higher than last year. Tips from winners added 6 509 000 francs to employee funds, and the overall left by players and the Sporting Club reached 100 0 francs. A Mr Byondeen reportedly won Mw,000 times on a Sunday, with money at the table replenished several times.
Popular Mechanics notes a patented method using borax soap kerosene and pine oil to soak 2000 pounds of stock. The gentle beater minimizes fiber breakage while heat assists pulping to create a pulp ready for bleaching after ink and chemicals are washed away.
The latest naval development is a fleet of flying boats designed to accompany the fleet. Mellx stows Fury type craft weigh 15 tons with a 140 foot wingspan and Rolls Royce engines delivering 130000 horsepower. Capable of 10000 mile ranges they will operate from ships and scout on the surface when not airborne, built strong to endure heavy weather.
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