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Newspaper
The Tulsa Star
Location
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1915
Page
5
Fragmentary wartime notes describe maneuvers near Lam nore and Hinman forces facing a German kaiser approving action. Archduke Frederick of Austria travels to urge moves as cautious lines shift after recent clashes. The Kaiser and Archduke reportedly meet to praise their troops.
Washington reports the U S Bureau of Education released findings from Dr Leonard P L Ayron of the Howell Sage foundation. The study analyzes 1000 common words and shows 90 per cent of everyday language not used by 3rd graders. Spelling accuracy varies. frequent words like the and to are missed by many, while polled eighth graders correctly spell words such as judgment, recommend and allege only half the time.
A fairground tableau shows KK Roth and te Le Olacomint at the anvil, Muste and Art nearby, with Miss Zella May Lane at a harp and George Stanley and Roscoe Grifith presenting sculpture and painting. A Ship of Late features Otto Metlintock as Vale Sam and Columbia, amid roses, doves, and golden eagles, with a lit Ship of State prow.
The piece argues that hindsight cannot judge plans or efforts after outcomes, noting how success or failure may stem from unforeseen causes. It cites Alexander the Great to illustrate how later historians would misjudge events, questioning why prudent planning alone cannot guarantee results.
Announcement of a new facility at 400 S Mieurs Ave Claremore Oklahoma offering radium water baths and treatments for health. Owners M and Mrs Pratt promote hydrotherapy for circulation skin and kidney issues with a course of electric methods and a vibratory spa. Letters invite patronage from the colored community and provide contact details and pricing for radium water baths.
The article describes a primitive 2,000 year old stump post office in Clallam County Washington used by early settlers for mail. A 12 foot diameter hollow stump served as a central post, with cedar box compartments nailed around the interior for incoming and outgoing mail.
Notice warns correspondents to send all news matter by Wednesday and to do so at their post office Tusada evening. Any material arriving after Wednesday will be canceled or held over for the following week. Readers are asked to adhere to the rule and not expect printing from the office.
A garbled text fragment references a supposed appointment and a letter about a Roma endadon. It mentions advice and a notion of a single way to be present. The readable portions are incomplete and unclear about names, places, or concrete actions.
A fragmented note outlines confusion over a national security issue affecting investors. Names and dates are unclear, but the text hints at a public statement or inquiry. Officials are urged to respond to market concerns and clarify regulatory actions.
The article explains why submarines cannot dive instantly. Officers issue orders and crews must wait as ballast water is admitted slowly to balance the craft. Rapid water intake risks capsizing or sinking like a heavy stone, while too slow intake prevents sinking.
The article describes methods used to protect troop and supply trains traveling through hostile lands. It notes dummy loads and dummy trains before the engine to trigger blasts away from the engine, keeping the locomotive intact while decoys take the damage.
At a Philadelphia City Club luncheon an excerpt from Benjamin Franklin’s autobiography described a street cleaning scheme. A poor laborer offered to clear dirt from sidewalks for sixpence monthly, via a published paper highlighting neighborhood benefits, funded by a penny or two daily per house. The plan spurred paving and public subscription, showcasing early civic mobilization.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls a walk with Charles Lamb on Hamperend Heath. The narrator stray conversation turns to philosophy as they search bushes below for a precious item. Lamb appears amused, joking about a small item and a halfpenny shop visit.
The weather bulletin from the bureau describes differing conditions across HL potato regions in Arizona. It mentions varied ribbers and forecasts while noting no uniform pattern across the state.
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