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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1910
Page
3
A new New Year table decoration substitutes for candles, featuring a silver receptacle holding a single storage cell. It powers three tungsten lamps for up to 14 hours, with a glass disk and cut flowers forming a lamp and floral centerpiece.
A Scientific American note describes a new support for electric flat irons that activates current only when the iron rests on a slate plate. The metallic base with insulating legs holds the slate, with sockets and clips completing the circuit when the iron is placed, cutting power when lifted to prevent waste and overheating.
A method to obscure view from a window by dissolving Rpsum salts in hot water and painting the solution on the pane. When dry it forms a red imitation of round glass, providing privacy.
A Madin Ha match maker reports he can weave 2 coats from materials found locally, replacing wood for matches. The note highlights the shift from timber to homegrown fibers and suggests growing resources to sustain production.
A light theory piece notes modern interiors favor light diffusion from ceilings to soften direct glare. It discusses reflecting and concealing fixtures which can be ornate or simple home setups. Two similar lighting schemes were recently advertised in European and American technical journals.
The article details a standard searchlight setup used on war vessels passing Suez. It describes the arc lamp parabolic mirror and hood assembly with two-way movement, construction materials, training and slewing mechanisms, and the canal’s lighting requirements for two beam conditions to avoid interfering with approaching ships.
Report covers curing meats by electric methods in Cleveland and widespread electric progress. Notes the National Electric Light association reaching about 4000 members, direct motor drives in Anest autos, 400 plus wireless stations aboard maritime nations, and high strength cast iron electromagnets. Mentions underground trunk lines planned between Boston New York Philadelphia Washington and various inventions and patents advancing electric lighting and related tools.
Farmers can install a home water supply with a basement pressure tank for 29 to 150 dollars, providing bath and toilet rooms, garden irrigation, and stock water. Installation is simple. a pipe fitter can set it up, and a wind turbine pumping option is recommended. The system reduces hard work and improves farm life, with testimonials noting reliability in cold weather and effective waste handling.
Observations from breeders and students of nature explain white offspring in black plumage turkeys leading to the White Holland variety. Tegetmaster notes that even wild birds can produce white individuals with delicate constitution, while Leland of Illinois cites consistent black ticking in plumage during some period of their development.
A playful ancient history spoof shows Hannibal halted by a self important constable with a fin badge critiquing speed. The scene shifts to a child Anna at the sea and a medical ad touting ear care and a cure for deafness with a money offer, followed by a stray line about Duke Mall's Family Pile.
A playful exchange unfolds as a woman accuses a man of deception and jealousy. He taunts her with a remembered affection, while she reveals a single golden strand as proof of a past claim amid a sharp, humorous back-and-forth from Stray Stories.
A witty musing about a man proposing on one knee amid fashion trends and a moving picture gag. A cheeky jab questions marriage vows and obedience. The ad promotes PETYIT EYE SALVE with Howard Bros. Buffalo NY selling eye remedy.
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