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Newspaper
The Winthrop Review
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1925
Page
7
A list of fire alarm box locations in Winthrop along with directions for giving an alarm. Instructions cover when a fire is discovered, how to operate the nearest box, and the sequence of blows to signal a call, with reference to Beach and Central Stations and their telephone codes.
The expression like a Trojan describes a person who works with energy and perseverance, echoing Homeric and Virgilian depictions of Troy’s brave and steadfast inhabitants during the ten year siege.
A wife admires a handsome fur coat given by her husband then bursts into tears thinking of cold squirrels left without warm fur. Her concern reflects a humane moment as she contemplates winter comfort for animals. The Cincinnati Enquirer reports the vignette with gentle moral tone.
Nature Magazine notes many stars are binary systems with two stars orbiting each other. Most pairs show contrasting colors such as blue and gold or red and green, with Albireo praised as a premier visible double star in small telescopes.
The garnet is described as an emblem of constancy whose virtue dispels poisonous and infectious airs. In the Middle Ages it was thought to share ruby like medicinal powers though to a lesser extent, aiding health, banishing vain thoughts, and reconciling friends.
The article notes the John Dories as an ugliest fish reaching two feet, so thin it hides behind seaweed. A legend claims a mark on their side is St. Peter's thumb imprint from a money purse taken from the fish's mouth.
The notice outlines no school scenarios for Winthrop. If all schools close, fire alarm rings at 7:30 A.M. and street lights stay on for three minutes. For grades only, alarm at 8:15 A.M. with three minutes of street light activation. A third option calls for a single 11:15 A.M. bell signal for one session in the grades.
The record traces lotteries from 1446 in Bruges to 1530 in Florence. It notes earlier Roman games where prizes included houses and slaves, indicating long standing public gambling for prizes in ancient times.
Regular watering is essential but better to keep palms slightly dry than overwatered. Browning leaf tips signal root trouble from overwatering or pests. A healthy palm should produce about three new leaves per year.
A Norwegian inventor has created a metal face mask that fits snugly to keep out all light. The device relies on the wearer’s warm breath to produce a soothing effect for insomnia sufferers.
A quotation from the Washington Star is cited by Uncle Eben critiquing self-promoters. He compares boastful individuals to certain showy entertainments that hog the spotlight on billboards, implying they often underdeliver.
The text argues benevolence is a duty and that frequent practice, with the perception of realized good, leads a person to truly love the recipient of their kindness. It frames altruism as a virtuous habit that deepens affection over time.
A Washington Star quip credits Uncle Eben with noting that true wisdom among owls would fade if they could talk, comparing an owl’s wisdom unfavorably to a parrot’s chatter and reputation.
A philosophical reflection on human society and responsibility. It asserts that individuals are born to serve the common good and that nature equips people for social life through mutual affection and duty to others. The text echoes Seneca on unity and collective welfare.
A note on the term Eskimo and its etymology states the name means Water of raw meat, yet these people predominantly eat uncooked meat only when fuel for cooking is unavailable or as a side dish in scarce conditions.
An English woman binds her long haired dog with curl papers each night so the coat falls into curls over its forehead keeping the fringe styled.
In Richmond England audiences at a mystery play are asked to refrain from clapping and instead sing a hymn from a leaflet handed to them to show appreciation for the performance.
A light bit notes an office boy remarking on a heroine who can be very funny yet flash fire in her eyes and also freeze a person with a glance. The playful line hints at dramatic contrasts in a story or film context.
The original name of the Russian wolfhound was Borzoi, meaning swift light and agile.
A Buffalo Enquirer commentary argues that violence against people stems from hunters misseeing humans as game. It cautions that reckless attitudes fuel ongoing tragedies.
Bauer & Black announces a 1925 First Aid Week program awarding 500 ten-dollar gold pieces to the best junior first aid volunteers. The store invites boys and girls to join Bauer & Black’s Junior First Aid Legion for 12 cents, with membership button a first aid kit and instructional book.
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