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Newspaper
The Perrysburg Journal
Location
Perrysburg, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
8
Washington dispatch quotes a memo outlining U S policy toward Mexico and Latin American reps. It stresses avoiding intervention while defending American territory and property along the border and preventing further depredations by Mexican-backed forces. The note warns hostilities would amount to war and emphasizes safeguarding national peace.
Bedminster Pa bulletin notes Wilmer Harold Prey of this town has a large family tree with twelve living ancestors listed. The count includes two grandmothers Mrs William K Fretz and Mrs Reuben K Strouse and multiple great grandparents across generations.
A fragmentary San Peanelsen report describes a purported 5 to 6 million year old pearl found by Stanley Herold of Stanford. The oyster shell suggests an Eocene origin, with the gem set to be shown at the Stanford museum. Paleontological context cites dinosaurs and megafauna contemporary to its formation.
W. E. Meier, a Corneliaville farmer, reports his prize Ches hire hog gave birth at dawn to ten piglets. The litter includes four red, one white, and three blue, highlighting an unusual and festive moment in the farm.
James F. Logsdon, linotype machinist at the Atchison Globe, patents a folding minnow trap made of Pyratin a transparent analogue to celluloid. The device unfolds to about twelve inches, then folds to six by eight inches with a projecting inward cone and sliding cone that enable easy entry for minnows while keeping the bait visible through the clear body.
Thornton Edward Hall, a Mayking farmer, reports possession of a violin dated 1716 with a reading of 1718 making it about 200 years old. The maker is unknown but the instrument appears flawless and has remained in the family since manufacture. The owner has refused substantial offers from showmen and historical societies to buy it to keep it in the family.
The Germans use a 104 millimeter Krupp anti aircraft gun, 45 calibers long, firing a 15% kilogram shell at 800 meters per second to 4000 meters height. It delivers 15 rounds per minute and sheds 625 shrapnel fragments. This artillery, along with 120 millimeter guns, defends Ostend.
Reported by General Peralling the American cavalry at Carrizal faced treachery and near destruction by Carranza troops. National guard units nationwide brace for action on the Mexican border as Secretary Baker orders swift reinforcement and a nationwide mobilization of 100000 in readiness for border duty.
Stand seats are arranged for a strong turnout in Detroit as the Blue Ribbon Meeting promises top wood racing. Fans of clean fast races are urged to attend to witness premier performances and national-caliber competition.
E G Fisher of the United States coast and geodetic survey designed an electric lamp run on a single dry cell battery. It can be seen for more than 100 miles and is intended for surveyors in Idaho and Oregon for triangulation surveys. The lamp is described as powerful enough for observations in haze or smoke.
A Penny-press style testimonial from Mrs. Giles of Rockwell addresses kidney pain headaches and fatigue. She credits Don's Kidney Pills with restoring health after years of illness. The ad urges readers to ask for the Buffalo Poster-Milburn Co. cure.
A murky report notes a ryle incident during a race with involved drivers and the crowd who fund the Grand event. The fragments imply disputes over results and support from paying backers amid a commotion.
The Blue Ribbon program at Detroit’s Grand Circuit event July 24 to 29 1916 features novelty and reform under a three heat rule. Organizers push progress in racing and street sections while some veterans oppose the change, citing logic and adaptation for the Westward shift.
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