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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1938
Page
6
The text notes the coffee tree originates in Africa but was cultivated in Arabia where usage began in the 14th century. A Syrian monastery tale of a goatherd who observed lively goats after nibbling a strange bush inspired trials on monks. From the Arabic brew name kahwa the word coffee and its variants arose in European languages.
The text explains traditional wedding customs such as throwing rice and shoes for fertility and luck. It notes that participants often follow these rites out of custom rather than understanding their exact meanings, and mentions ribbon knots at bridal banquets as part of the established symbolism.
The text outlines the land and water boundary lengths among Mexico Canada and the United States. It states the gulf to Pacific boundary to about 2013 miles and the water boundary through the Great Lakes to 3987 miles, excluding Alek.
Irish homemakers employ seaweed to soften felt hats by soaking cloths in seaweed water and to wash silk stockings. They claim seaweed water is the best silk reviver known.
In a local tale Uncle Eben recalls a boastful man who claims resourcefulness. The story notes a man who tore apart eight fence panels to feed a stove, saving effort from chopping wood, highlighting irony in practical ingenuity.
A brief note recalls George Custer and George Crook as West Point graduates who played decisive roles in conflicts with Northwest Indian tribes in the 19th century. Custer’s defeat contrasted with Crook’s later campaigns that subdued the tribes between 1875 and 1877.
Colliers Weekly notes one of Islam's oldest beliefs that adapting stars are Grebrands cast by angels to ward off evil spirits when they approach the gates of heaven.
The name Mrrilo Merlin is a Celtic origin meaning dweller on a hall by the sea. It is best known as the name of the legendary Welsh magician mentioned by Tennyson in Idylls of the King.
The name Dolores is of Latin origin meaning sorrowful or lady of sorrows tied to the sorrows of the Virgin Mary. It is popular in Spain and Mexico and is used in the United States though viewed as not auspicious by Florence A. Cowles of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Diminutives include Lora Lorain Loralle Loleta and Lorafte with varied meanings such as weeping sorrowing mourns and little one who weeps.
Migration of birds shows an annual hereditary migration cycle driven by forces guiding long journeys. Birds travel over water and land to reach winter breeding grounds, following courses that recur with each season.
The Gece Dass Sea bass species resemble fresh water ban s. There are 104 species, some reaching huge sizes. The black sea bass near Santa Catalina in Southern California is among the largest. A 200 pound record is mentioned.
The term congressman often refers to members of the House of Representatives while the Congress comprises the Senate and the House. In common usage the label Congress member widely applies to House members, with the Senate members receiving separate designation.
Florida joined the United States in 1821 and moved through territorial status before statehood in 1845. It experienced secession, reconstruction during 1866-67, and reentry to the Union with Civil Government restored on July 4, 1868.
The Capitol district showcases two night scenes as the Library of Congress ends its day at 10 pm, a longstanding practice tied to special lighting that remains until all activities finish. The piece notes ongoing illumination through the night to mark day’s end.
A chippy also called halr bird is a sparrow with a red brown crown and gray belly. It features a dark streak through the eye and nests in evergreen trees. The nest lining is described as human hair and other hair.
A painted turtle basks near the water and surveys danger with alert, quick dives possible. The animal reacts to noises, barking-like sounds, and disappears at the slightest disturbance.
Shelter Young tucks in at back as several swimming birds take the same wing and the broader scene unfolds with small, brisk actions.
A compact account by Elmo Scott Watson tracing Thanksgiving from its English colonial origins to a national ceremonial day. The piece highlights the Pilgrims first feast with Massasoit of the Wampanoag and notes a Cyrus Dallin statue commemorating the chief near Plymouth while reference to historical documents and portraits anchors the narrative.
The 1788 proclamation, the first presidential proclamation in U S history, was written by William Jackson and signed by President Washington. After a century unseen, Dr J C Fitzpatrick recovered the draft from a New York auction for 300 dollars, and it now rests in the National Archives.
Edward Winslow provided an early contemporary account of the first Thanksgiving in Mourt's Relation, describing harvest feasts, fowling, and interactions with Massasoit and his men. The text traces later milestones including George Washington's 1789 proclamation and Abraham Lincoln's 1863 declaration establishing Thanksgiving as a national holiday on the last Thursday in November, with Sarah Josepha Hale credited for championing the eventual nationwide date.
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