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Newspaper
Wakefield Advocate
Location
Wakefield, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1915
Page
4
The Wakefield Advocate notes a humorous remark attributed to Noyes E. Brewmore about how greeting a woman varies with voice. A Kansas City Star quote frames the piece, contrasting sharp hello with a drawn out hello as a sign of welcome or not. The item reflects the paper's light feature tone on social manners.
The author argues every era has a leading nation marked by generosity and justice. He asks which nation now best embodies this ideal, presenting a moral test for contemporary states amid praise and critique of global humanity.
A humorous exchange in the Houston Post features a man considering marriage who admits he did not pause to weigh the high cost of living, noting he proposed while speeding toward the moment and that the bride’s father has money.
A three year old, Edward, visits his cousin Dorothy daily. After prayers he tells his mother, God takes care of Dorry by night and I take care of her by day, reflecting a child’s simple trust and sense of responsibility toward his younger cousin.
Japanese cooks seldom use fingers in food prep. Chop sticks, spoons and various white wood utensils do the work, with many dishes requiring up to twenty four hours to prepare.
In a witty exchange Mrs Bilton notes Mrs Jinks dresses well while her husband looks shabby. Bilton replies she dresses according to fashion and he according to his means, as the judge interjects.
Investigation of the geological survey on the erosion of drainage basin proves that the surface of the country is being worn away at about one inch in 760 years.
A compact quotation notes that stopping to study traffic can halt progress yet starting and moving forward helps you cross safely. Charles A Bates emphasizes practical persistence over hesitation in busy urban crossings.
A brief sentimental note recalls a physician asking a girl named Al ice to live with him and her reply, Doctor, you had me once, why didn't you keep me.
A pithy reflection quotes Charles Dickens on dwelling on present blessings rather than past misfortunes. The sentiment urges gratitude for what one has now instead of dwelling on prior hardships.
Quote attributed to Ruskin highlights that every great man is aided by all people and that their talent lies in deriving good from every situation and from all individuals. The idea emphasizes gratitude, collaboration, and the value of supportive networks in achievement.
A business maxim argues that believing the world is honest yields better results than cynicism about widespread rogues. The quote urges trust as a practical approach to work and success.
A London Standard quote recalls a near miss at night, with the speaker praising divine mercy for sparing them from a deadly fate and expressing gratitude for being alive. The remark reflects a mood of relief and theological reflection after a perilous moment.
In a tight curve the inner wheels lift off the ground first as a vehicle leans into the turn. This occurs due to weight transfer and centrifugal effects, increasing the risk of loss of traction and roll behavior if speed is not reduced.
A brief Buffalo Express cartoon caption quotes a child asking where April Fools day began and an adult answering The Scilly Islands. The gag follows with a dismissive dismissal to run along.
In parts of India the cassia tree blossoms are relied upon heavily for sustenance by local communities. The article notes the blossoms supply a major food source for the native population in these regions.
A brief editorial note asserts that a woman who believes she has found the ideal man is mistaken, stating there is no such perfect person. The Albany Journal comment reflects a cautious view on romantic certainty.
A concise aphorism from Charron on how recipients should remember kindness and givers should avoid boasting about favors. It frames gratitude as a quiet duty and warns against ostentation. The line emphasizes humility in social conduct.
A Youth's Companion description praises the war telegraph section resembling a gun team. It details two vehicles a limber and a drum carrying cable, a telegrapher on the limber a ground line team hatched to hide the cable and a sending receiver link to headquarters as scouts relay reports in real time.
An American inventor develops a cotton shoe sole rivaling leather as cattle numbers fall. With 4 million fewer cattle in two decades and a population surge of 24 million, cotton soles promise cheaper shoes since cotton costs less than cowhide.
An English inventor living in this country has developed a color photography method that uses black silver images removed chemically. Red filtered images are dyed green while green filtered ones are dyed red, with dye uptake inverse to original deposits. The two dyed plates are aligned and bound, producing a transmitted light reproduction of the original scene.
Scientific American reports that The Times and other English papers described pheasants in northeastern England reacting to the North Sea battle on January 24. Birds appeared excited in places, while humans could barely sense the disturbance. An alternate view from Doctor Davison attributes the reaction to swaying trees caused by inaudible air waves.
Licorice growth in Sutter county attracts attention statewide with a satisfactory expansion and a strong crop outlook. Over 1,000,000 pounds of root plus substantial paste imports were recorded in the 1813 fiscal year, sourced from Asiatic Turkey amid trade restrictions.
In a playful exchange, Brunette teases about finding a suitable husband while Blondine notes her mania for wedding presents, revealing light social banter and character quirks. The dialogue hints at matchmaker gossip and humorous dating dynamics.
The saying Hair of the Dog is a remnant of an old belief that burnt dog hair could counteract the effects of intoxication. It suggests taking a little of the same liquor that caused the illness as a remedy.
A man with a bald head and full beard walks into a room where Edna observes that his facial hair grows down through his face. The scene contrasts a smooth scalp with a heavy beard as the man appears to provoke awe in the child.
A cautious view notes that if Mr. Wilson resembled other presidents he would spend much of his time touring the country and shaking hands, leaving little chance to ponder weighty issues during his off moments.
A satirical note argues that income tax anger targets half a million complainants, yet taxable income remains comfortable and the afflicted should be the happy half, implying broader fiscal resilience despite protests.
A compact note promotes Daly's Hay as guaranteed quality forage for smokers seeking reliable hay.
For sale notice offers the Park known as the German Shooting Park located north of Bessemer Michigan comprising four acres. Inquiries directed to Otto Vogeler Henry Wallenkamp or John Silverman committee Bessemer Mich.
A short quotation by Whately argues that constant self consciousness harms manners and the true perfection lies in not thinking about oneself, implying genuine courtesy emerges from unobtrusive behavior rather than self attention.
Mrs Geo Hon of Macedon New York writes that three months of indigestion headaches and dizziness caused despondency. She credits Chamberlain's Tablets with rapid relief after one day treatment and claims two bottles cured her. Sold by F A Sergeant & Co.
A fragment shows two men discussing a vintage automobile, noting its beauty and asking if it runs. The brief exchange, labeled Life, hints at a social or leisure scene with a likely implied test of the car's function.
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