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Newspaper
The Dalton Gazette
Location
Dalton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1929
Page
3
The essay traces bird superstition from primitive beliefs to modern fears. It notes a shopkeeper's tale of a bird entering a window as an omen and links it to ancestral notions of birds as omens and predictors. The piece cites Auspex, the Roman observer of birds, and suggests language origins for bird prophecy.
Poem reflects a preacher’s doubt and a woman’s healing presence on earth as the speaker finds solace in memories. The piece honors a woman whose peace and dignity persist beyond life, suggesting a belief in a deeper goodness and heaven for ordinary men.
Nellie Maxwell offers simple, practical guidance for coaxing children to enjoy nutritious foods. The piece suggests disguising milk in custards and puddings, dressing leafy greens to appeal to kids, and using grated carrot in salads such as pineapple salad. It also proposes milk as a staple for evening meals and shares a recipe for whole wheat scones.
A column by Jean Newton questions the meaning of psychoterminality, noting no such word exists. The piece explores how people react and seek a definition when confronted with unfamiliar terms.
An essay discusses how bluffing arises from self deception, noting women bluff more than men and that the most knowledgeable people admit ignorance. It cites University of Cincinnati tests where freshmen bluff most and high achievers bluff least, arguing true wisdom lies in knowing what one does not know.
The initial audience for moving pictures mistook the early shadow graphy as a trick advance. They proved more critical than a modern first night and did not even applaud after the screening.
The three cornered Hamentashen pastries with poppy seed sugar and honey honor the memory of Hamen’s downfall. Jews celebrate Vurim in remembrance of the plot against the Jewish people.
A lighthouse family faces a violent storm after a dory is torn from its moorings. The keeper and his children join three world roaming guests in an improvised watch from the tower as they await rescue, sharing tales while food dwindles and hope remains.
December 15 lesson outlines kindness to workers and fair play in business. It cites Deuteronomy 24 14 16 Matthew 20 1 16 Mark 12 1 9 Luke 3 14 Ephesians 6 5 9 I Timothy 6 17 19 urging fidelity to contracts, contentment with wages, reciprocal duties of servants and masters, and responsibility of the rich.
A reflective quote on pride and blessing muddling human troubles. It notes that many cures arise from a distorted view of privilege and that blessings can turn moldy when misapplied.
A reflective maxim notes that one is to be pitied who anticipates brighter days but makes no plans to live them well. It emphasizes prudent preparation and foresight for future improvements.
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