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Newspaper
The Dalton Gazette
Location
Dalton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1927
Page
7
Reading through historical views on the little white spots seen on fingernails, the text traces beliefs from ancient times to early modern critique. It notes Sir Thomas Browne’s acknowledgment of the superstition and a 1708 British Apollo article debunking it as glittering particles in blood.
The article notes a cult of nail divination called anychomancy and compares Roman practices 2,000 years ago to modern superstition seen among contemporary groups. It mentions Plautus and the interest in nail spots mirrored by educated Romans and modern readers.
Viola Brothers Shore offers a comical slice of American life with musings on envy, wisdom, luck, and money. The tone skewers pretentious notions as stories contrast working kids with foolish fortunes and odd juxtapositions.
An account about a man who insults Buddha with vile names. Buddha remains silent then asks who owns what is offered and refused. The reviler answers the offerer, and Buddha replies that the abuse should not be accepted.
Mrs. Wolf praises a perfect den and warm weather while Mr. Wolf recalls a near danger from a hunter. They reflect on love, safeguarding their family, past losses, and the new den, affirming their bond and plans for future pups.
The article argues many suicides among boys stem from lack of definite life aims. Teachers should foster clear objectives to keep minds engaged, suggesting hard purposeful work with goals reduces self destructive thinking and promotes meaningful achievement.
A collection of simple kitchen tips and recipes from 1927 including making Roquefort olive oil cream, banana dessert with lemon and cornstarch, Shrewsbury Cakes with mace, a Worcestershire vinegar sauce, browned butter finishing, and a baked mincemeat filled apple dessert for busy days.
A lighthearted note from Farm and Fire reports workers who fitted the world’s largest clock onto a Waterbury freight car, leaving them with time to spare as they wait for the next shift.
The engagement ring, worn on the third finger of the left hand, signifies romance and union. Its origin traces to ancient Rome who placed wedding rings there because that finger was believed to lead to the heart through a nerve.
The text lauds Lindbergh Banting and Steenbock for refusing wealth to commercialize discoveries. It credits the Wisconsin Research foundation with enabling ongoing study and argues their unselfish stance inspires youth toward service. A closing quip mocks advertising writers for failing to profit in arguments.
Brown and Smith confirm a settlement with the company. Brown notes optimism while Smith says he has already settled with the driver and expects the overall resolve.
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