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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1922
Page
4
Nomination notice lists Jesse William H England of Ponca as a Republican candidate for Congress in the Eighteenth District. Subject to the statewide primary in August 1922.
Department of the Interior notices a land claim in Cimarron Meridian Oklahoma. Andrew J Troll Batlin of Oklahoma files for Homestead and Kintery No. 117R to establish claim in Section 2 Township 2 North Range 3. Final proof set before Thomas P Beaktwood U S Commissioner Beaver Oklahoma on April 4. Claimant lists Harbert Camtorvh Sam Pardin RC Gentry st Gray Oklahoma.
A fragmentary excerpt notes movie lines about marriage and money. It cites the Boston Transcript and Chicago Daily News. The text hints at humorous exchanges on wifely expectations and husbands, reflecting midcentury press commentary and witty quips.
A German invention allows a telephone receiver to rest against the ear while the transmitter fits in a handbag or is clipped to clothing. The system is designed for discreet use by the user, with the device claimed to be practical for silent conversations.
Dr BB Graham of Philadelphia recommends adding olive oil to the diet of babies in their first two years. It is digested well by most infants and provides additional fat.
A short contemplation praises English poetry and prose, likening them to twin pillars of culture. The author cites the King James Bible of 1611 and Shakespeare’s works as unmatched exemplars, asserting no other nation can rival them.
Fragmentary diary style note recounts a boy named Ernest facing four days in school. His mother prepares meals and cares for him while he resists the routine. The text is garbled but conveys illness, fatigue, and a wish to avoid schooling.
A garbled scene portrays a crew or observers amid odd chatter about a person named Meroce and a “presently to Parmed 10 me a” remark. The dialogue hints at questions to Miss Mary about discussing him, plus references to Washington and a diverge line, all in cryptic terms.
A report states that only a small percent of insect species harm humans while many species are beneficial. Pollination by insects is essential for crops and gardens, with fruit trees and vegetables relying on regular visits from pollinators for yields.
The text outlines flag etiquette during parades. It emphasizes standing at attention, saluting, removing hats, and showing respect when the flag passes or is observed. It mentions improvised actions and holds for different participants, stressing orderly conduct and reverence.
Fragmentary report describes fires spreading along a canal area near Wledots Canal. Text mentions alerts and possible evacuation lines as smoke and flames threaten nearby properties and transportation routes.
The article describes red deer in London parks during their mating season. A dominant stag leads a harem of hinds as rival stags challenge him, locking antlers in clashes. Young males attempt to slip in, while the victor ruthlessly pursues and recaptures wives, leaving the herd exhausted after a brief fighting period.
Sir William J. Pope, president of the Society of Chemical Industry of Great Britain, urged in New York that science must seek new methods to reduce energy expenditure. He spoke on tropical crops and sun energy as paths to improving yields, arguing for the value of vegetative power to advance industry and welfare.
Tests given to seventy students at the University of Wheeling to measure musical talent. They assess pitch discrimination, tempo sense, timbre preference, intensity perception, and short term auditory memory using phonograph records. Used in many public schools for quick classification and aptitude assessment.
A Bible printed in Nuremberg in 1708, brought to the United States by Jacob Newhart, a captain in the War of 1812, was found in South Atentown Pennsylvania. Bound in sheepskin, the Luther translation includes Old and New Testaments with explanations edited by Dr Renee Solomon under Duke Graet of Saxony.
Fragmented OCR text describes military training and new plum… unclear. Mentions Eight open what nee mele and rookies, with reference to Ley eee boetead and Mupretmeneat. Plan could have far reaching effects, though details are obscured.
The Vancouver History Society aims to preserve the Covington house at Orchards, said to be the oldest structure in the northwestern United States. Built early last century by Richard Covington of the Hudson's Bay Company, it now faces ruin but is slated for restoration.
An artist in Paris, in his cafe, reads a Figaro headline predicting hard times and cuts back on purchases. The scene spirals into a chain of refusals to expand plans as others write in to cancel orders. A nearby article recalls Crater Lake rescue efforts and a daring engine repair with parachute plugs and a perilous takeoff.
Appreciation notes how the mayor of a Southern town agreed to help with a Christian entertainment for inmates at the local workhouse. He dressed as Father Christmas and entertained the crowd, until overheard taunts from a conversation muttered by onlookers revealed discomfort. The exchange questioned why the mentally ill could not be treated as a spectacle or dismissed as harmless.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a battlefield scene with mentions of change and weary soldiers. Vague references to a galupett and jervat sit hint at social or military tension. The text is garbled and lacks clear names, dates, or locations.
The notice lists exam dates for the first period on April 13 and 14 and the second period on May 18 and 19, held on Thursday and Friday. It names districts Beaver Forgan Knowles Locust Grove Balko Twin Mound and several supervising staff including W. L. Henson and Mrs. Grace Knowles. Applicants must supply their own examination paper and rules will be sent to conductors later.
Pure bred all breeds delivered safely with guaranteed results. Cheaper than hatching. Free booklet and price list available from Continental Hatcheries Box A.N. Springfield Ohio. Contact 3 9823 128 2.0428 6t.
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