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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1906
Page
15
A humorous anecdote from Wallingford News recalls Philander Lucas judging a circuit court case in Missouri. An Irishman, facing trial, haltingly hopes to hire extra counsel and suggests the judge has keen legal insight and a strong ability to “riprayaint me” during the proceedings.
The article extols fresh air as a booster for the brain and muscles, clearing cobwebs and reviving sight and step. It describes air as erasing petty daily sins, increasing patience, and easing burdens, making hard work lighter and days brighter.
Captain W J Craven of the sailing vessel Indrasahma reports a ship from Singapore to port with hemp curios tea and exotic animals. Five large snakes and thirty-nine monkeys were aboard. One snake escaped its cage near Singapore and hid in the forecastle for a week. Abdul Vin Jangin was tasked with calming the crew while the crew attempted to reclaim the animals.
A missionary reports a tribe in Siwith America worships Bismarck as a god named Himbarko. They offered sacrifices to appease drought, and a forged Iron Chancellor print brought by the chief’s request sparked the cult. The tribe now venerates the image, with offerings of reptiles to propitiate their new deity.
The story recalls Ike Morse formerly of West Compton New Hampshire. He was famed for his sharp wit and his many relocations. By record he had moved eleven times during his West Compton years.
A neighbor happened upon Ike packing and moving once more, exclaiming at the constant relocation. Ike replies that he has become used to it, joking that the hens lie on their backs as their legs are tied for the move.
Samuel Kerstetter told the Democrat office of his son Samuel shooting four bears in the mountain north of Laurelton. In about two minutes five shots killed a sow and three cubs weighing 261 pounds for the sow and jugs for the cubs, with the bears sold for a total of $15 in Center Hall.
Peter Donlon unearthed a 200 year old Spanish cannon while plowing on his father’s ranch near Oxnard California. The piece measures about five feet long with a three inch bore and weighs between 1000 and 1400 pounds. It was dug from fourteen inches below the surface and is being examined at the Donlon home.
In Dresden district there are 420 artificial plant factories producing flowers leaves plants and fruits. The manufacturers employ about 250 to 7,000 people, with total persons in the trade estimated at 10,000, predominantly women.
A Pennsylvania surgeon reports studies showing the frog heart possesses remarkable vitality. Experiments indicate the heart continued beating a full day after being isolated from the body, indicating strong valvular action even without surrounding tissues.
A wartime tale tells of a beloved collie preserved by starving owners during a siege in Franco Prussian War era. After famine, the family eats the dog’s bones from a soup tureen, and the master laments how Rover would have enjoyed them.
A London physician at a medical society meeting claimed tooth extraction is unnecessary and described a remedy using alum powder and nitrous ether to cure toothache tied to rheumatism. The note includes a later line touting a laxative for colds and a phone-brand money-back promise. It also discusses Paget’s brain notes and pantomime harm, citing the Jack Sheppard tale inspiring thieves in 18th century Drury Lane entertainments.
In a drawing room scene a woman adds a six foot long marble topped dresser provoking chatter among friends. A man ponders the furniture’s length then muses aloud about using it as a sensuous landing in a hot summer night, implying a provocative private use.
A call loan is a loan that may be called in by the lender at any moment. Call money is funds set aside specifically for the repayment of a call loan.
A Michigan resident testifies that switching from coffee to Postum improved health and nerves after years of coffee dependence. She recalls a doctor’s warnings and a revival of vigor after adopting Postum, noting clearer thinking, better sleep, and steadier nerves. She credits Stella and a small booklet for guidance.
A long reader letter describes suffering from back pain after a cold, touting Dean’s Kidney Pills as curative after a week. Mentions Foster: Milburn Co and a 60 cent box. also references London crisis reports and various medical ads. Includes miscellaneous quotes and product mentions from pharmacies and firms.
Argentina reports gold reserves totaling 6 83,400,000 with notes issued at a rate of 22727 percent. An additional 25,000,000 unguaranteed note circulation is noted alongside these figures.
A girl in a family creates a “grumble book” to provide an outlet for household complaints. The device helps manage tensions by channeling everyday gripes away from quarrels, reflecting domestic life and problem solving.
Walter Scott the Death Valley miner rode a special Santa Fe train from Los Angeles to Mhienso in under the time claimed as the fastest long distance run on American rails. The feat showcases Santa Fe track and equipment reliability while highlighting a demand for preferred routes from Utah to the Southwest. The note also mentions bird deterrent kite devices and winter travel offers to California via the Lake route.
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