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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1902
Page
2
A flavor of a late 19th or early 20th century snapshot, this page surveys varied items from far and near. It notes a close race between meds and skates, a bank employee embezzling over 5000 yearly, and distant political moves in Germany and Austria. Social chatter about Baltimore audiences, a shoplifting tale, theatre, and jokes mix with speculative science and scholarly debates.
At Rockville near Harrisburg a stone bridge four tracks wide replaces an iron cross country span. It stretches across Dauphin and Perry counties, cost $1,000,000, uses Cambria stone, and involved 300 workers from 1900 to completion. The Juniata and muddy Susquehanna waters flow beneath. There are 2,000 Mormon proselyters worldwide.
A Montmartre cemetery monument to Heinrich Heine in Carrara marble was inaugurated. Danish sculptor Hasselrus created it, inspired by Elisabeth of Austria, with Vienna exhibiting the piece recently. The bust shows a forward tilt and closed eyes, a butterfly below, a lyre with roses on the pedestal, and the inscription in German and the poet’s verses from 1869.
A New York Tribune fragment notes how Argentina used X ray technology in post offices at Buenos Aires to inspect registered mail. It reports smuggling of watches jewelry and gems in letters and parcels was halted with court orders, confiscating over $20,000 in a single week. The piece closes with a poetic line.
An enormous reptile resembling a dragon was killed by hunter Buster Ferrel in the Everglades after a multi day pursuit. He found the body torn by buzzards and secured its head. plans to send the specimen to the Smithsonian. Scientists say it is not a land serpent. the creature reportedly measured twenty to thirty feet with a ten to twelve inch diameter at the head.
A collage of shared humor and small-town reception features Sir Henry McCallum, governor of Newfoundland, landing to a fisherman's hearty greeting and tea offer. The piece references Ainslee's Magazine and a joke about births and deaths from the Kansas City Journal, illustrating early 20th century wit and editorial irony.
Newly married couple confront tension over affection and shopping. Wife misreads a man’s indifference to material desires, believing he no longer loves her as she weeps and pleads, while Tam laments misfortune and misidentification in a terse, poignant exchange.
In a humorous exchange Professor Thinkington remarks on Miss Newtons brother gaining fame at the university. He notes he has already earned F. B. an 8. 6. and an 8. 8 as degrees, to which the professor asks for their meaning. The reply lists positions such as full back stroke oar and short stop.
Clara jokes about dentistry as John contemplates dental triumphs. The exchange notes temporary fillings in temporary teeth and questions the value of permanent work for a man aged forty five, highlighting humorous roles.
A humorous exchange shows Dostraplo Furniture selling chairs that are striking and fashionable yet discomforting. The witty salesman insists the chairs’ flaw is the charm, claiming a caller sits briefly before leaving.
Mrs Flanigan asks about charges to care for two children during shopping. Sad Change recalls Sharpe gifting a book, A Perfect Gentleman, on his birthday before marriage. Whealton asks if there was change after a year of marriage. Sharpe says yes, another birthday gift titled Wild Animals I Have Met. Chicago News.
The excerpt shows a fragmented exchange where Con Seet remarks diamond engagement rings are unfashionable and claims offering one to Miss Roxley was rejected, highlighting a terse dialogue about attitudes toward engagement rings.
An amateur hunter answers a query with a wary gaze about his day. He says he is waiting for the rest of the party to reach camp so they can call the roll and determine if anyone has been shot.
A mother rushes to help a neighbor and is detained. The father, left in charge, replies with a cold rebuff that the infant needs sympathy less than he does, prompting a grim exchange in this Chicago Post item.
A western Australia town patient visits a doctor and asks a chemist about costs. The medicine at 1.60 dollars plus a quarter for the bottle prompts the man to question the cork price and the worst outcome. Mrs Skinner quips about Mr E Z Marks being called a green grocer due to trust in fathers.
In a witty exchange two speakers praise a man described as very fond of dress and remarkably peculiar. He is noted for spending his money on new suspenders without protest, highlighting his unusual approach to fashion.
Araotical Putare asks if flying machines will be commonly employed. The inventor responds with optimism, stating they will be used, though perhaps not extensively for flight. He believes they will be very handy for getting people to subscribe for stock.
A collection of quips from various papers showcases light humor and social jabs. It features lines about speaking French, finance, medical missteps, and domestic life. Notable items include trenching wit on heredity, travel, and elections.
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