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Newspaper
Twin Falls Chronicle
Location
Twin Falls, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1920
Page
8
The article contrasts the handwritten drafts of a speech with the final printed version. It notes the July 4 1776 Continental Congress journal shows the declaration adopted by vote, while signing occurred later. It mentions that some signatures were added in 1781 by former congressmen.
Sidon rose from Egyptian then Assyrian rule and became a Roman province. Greek influence shaped its history as a seafaring Phoenician city on a site formed by shifting Mediterranean sands. Archeological finds are housed in the British Museum and the Istanbul Constantineople museums.
The Detroit News lists several long tunnels. Notable lengths include the Alberg tunnel under the Alps at six and three quarters miles, the Croton water tunnel in New York at 1,334 miles, and the Saxony Freiberg mine drain at 31% miles, with other entries from Massachusetts to Wasatch mountains and Ontario routes.
The Ark of the Covenant was a sacred chest commanded by Moses to hold the tablets of the Taw. It measured four by two and a half by five and a quarter feet and was plated with gold. Carried by rings in the corners it stood in the holy of holies in the tabernacle and later in Solomon's temple. Its final fate remains unknown.
A near practical method estimates ice weight by multiplying the length, breadth, and thickness in inches and dividing by 30. Example shows a 10 by 10 by 9 block ≈ 30 pounds. a 10 by 10 by 6 block ≈ 20 pounds. The approach helps detect shore weight and adjust scales.
The article outlines basic car care and safety practices. It advises using proper extinguishing agents, yearly speedometer checks, and securing connections to prevent undercharged batteries. It cautions against flooding the carburetor, suggests priming the engine, and warns about improper tire locking. It ends with a reminder that regular attention extends a car’s life, similar to feeding a horse.
Senator Medill a McCormick of Illinois arrives in Berlin from Warsaw three days late and amid intense German publicity. The German press views him as a confidential representative of President elect Harding and expects meetings with political leaders and officials including President Ebert.
Athens December 24 Edward Gapps American minister to Greece met Premier Rhallis to ease passport issues for Greeks naturalized as Americans. Greek authorities insist they are natives and refuse visas for return to the United States. Officers raid a Sherbrooke hotel in Canada Quebec last night finding a portion in Canada with a thriving bar and valuables valued at 3000 secured. Paragraph garble retained for context.
A discussion notes that individuals facing corruption pressures are susceptible to bribe offers and how such temptations influence behavior. The passage highlights ethical risk, pressure tactics, and the need for integrity safeguards among those who may be targeted.
A collection of witty aphorisms and slang like Muny’s warm heart, choose the lesser evil, folly and wisdom contrasts, a jab at women’s silence, confession versus reputation, bread versus cake, and judgment by appearance with prayerful posture.
A fragmentary item mixes old time sewing superstitions with a public notice. The sewing lore warns of knots and needles affecting luck and future garments while a separate line reports subpoenas being served on 68 individuals in Seattle on December 24.
Government witnesses will appear in the trial of George J. Hibbard charged with using the mafla to defraud by obtaining leases on purported oil lands in the northwest. Hibbard's trial is set for February 1 in United States district court here.
A narrator recalls Joe and friends fishing la town, using worms and a fish hook, while teasing a catfish theory. The tale spans hours with weathered hoots, impossible bites, and a strange plan to lure a catfish with worms. The scene ends with a child’s bedtime fib and a mother’s prompt cue.
Washington reports that the Senate committee will begin seven hearings on legislation to regulate executive changes and dealing in bonds and securities, aiming to address concerns about regulation and market practices.
Legal professional E M Wolfe is listed in rooms 6 and 6 over I D Brorn. Affiliation details are sparse in the directory fragment. The item records a business listing rather than a full feature article.
Public notice from the Department of the Interior UB Land Office at Halsey Idaho dated December 7 1920 offers at public sale land tracts to the highest bidder not less than 4.00 per acre. George S Crockett of Rock Creek Idaho holds Serial 02479 with a sale date January 26 1921 at 12 30 PM for the SW1 4 SE 1 4 SW 1 4 NW 1 4 and other portions in section 13 township 4 range 2.
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