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Newspaper
Van Wert Weekly Bulletin
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1886
Page
6
A poem describes woodland and meadow harmonies as natural music beyond schooling. It notes the subtle sounds of water, birds, and grazing cattle soothe an overwrought brain, possessing a spell beyond human ability to perfect. The piece emphasizes nature's quiet power over formal instruction.
Nellie and Rob Price, telegraph operators on a busy line, spar over jealousy driven by Ned Owens from Pine Bluff. A mistaken signal and rival schemes threaten their bond until a late train reveals Rob alive and returning. Years later Nellie recalls the tale to her children.
The piece discusses how animals blend with their environment for protection. Arctic creatures turn white in snow. sand-colored camoflage suits desert life. bright tropical fish rely on vivid patterns among colorful reefs. It argues that adaptation demonstrates the relativity of all things and that circumstances alter cases, as noted in Cornhill Magazine.
A Herald notice outlines November novelties in silks and pongees, parasols, and trims. It highlights Japanese and French parasol shapes, new etamine and crape varieties, double faced silks, embroidered stripes, and compact roll-up parasols with matching cases. Silk prices rise, boosting popularity and diverse silk fabrics for spring and warm seasons.
A Chicago Times piece summarizes factors limiting wheat yields in North America. It explains that though a grain could theoretically yield hundreds of ears, actual harvests average 12 to 15 bushels per acre due to germination losses, pests, weather, and harvesting waste. Experiments show varying germination, blight, and ear filling reduce output. the study calls for improved soil use, sowing, and protection to raise yields toward potential. In a separate note, the New Orleans theater scene reports Julius Caesar performed with a fully colored cast, praised for ambitious staging.
A Boston Post quotation shows a good old widow replying that her husband’s days were no shorter than others. She states that every day of his life was as long as other people’s, defending his tireless labor.
A compilation of practical household and farming guidance from multiple papers. Tips cover egg freshness tests, fabric bleaching and sewing insights, sugar in blue calico care, Brown Bread recipes, cow comfort for milk yield, pie crust instructions, mashed potatoes technique, graham muffins recipe, and benefits of covered yards for livestock feed efficiency.
The Wool Journal argues against washing sheep before shearing, calling it an outdated practice from early times. It notes yolk in unwashed wool preserves elasticity, reduces brittleness, and helps avoid vermin, while washed wool loses quality and becomes less desirable for manufacturers.
The Holland and Davis trial stirs belief the green goods scam is exposed yet fraud persists. Adams Express superintendent William Hoey notes more complaints after the case, asserts goods once placed with carriers cannot be recovered by senders, and recalls a Washington man who learned green goods are jewelry in fact plaster. The swindle’s timing overlaps trial coverage.
A perimep clock found in Rome surfaces as another sign of financial hardship. The item is cited in the Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph as part of a string of era-wide warnings.
A Chicago dry goods merchant Mr. M. P. Schrock credits Athlophoros with saving his leg from rheumatism after years of pain and a threatened amputation. He recalls being bedridden in spring 1884, using a pulley sling, then rapid relief after starting the medicine. He endorses its quick, remarkable effects and offers to send bottles by mail if needed. Athlophoros Co. 112 Wall Street New York.
Pawtucket Va report: Harry Harlow, 15, saved a carp on a foot bridge. The fish bowed to him twice, then dropped a walnut sized diamond into his hand. Father calls it a valuable gem. source notes the location of the diamond remains unknown.
A judge instructs a jury, arguing the deceased reached toward his hip pocket before the fatal shot. He asserts Territorial law allows armed defense upon such motion, dismissing the handkerchief as irrelevant, labeling the victim unfit for territorial society.
Wayland became jail chaplain and felt uneasy amid a crowd of criminals and lunatics. He noticed two pistols cocked on each side of the prayer-book at the reading desk. The warder warned that if a lunatic attacked, he must shoot immediately.
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