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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1905
Page
7
A New York doctor recalls a stranger who, in distress, followed his joke to hurl a stone through a jewelry store window. The incident led to arrest, repayment for the damage, and the man later found work and gratitude after being helped by the doctor. Both men discover they shared a Grand Army badge and a common brigade history.
A Confederate museum in Davis' house received a bust of Stonewall Jackson that disappeared when Richmond fell. A guard stole two busts, later returned one through a lecturer who handed it to the museum. A Boston lecture audience member recognized the piece and traced the Baltimore sculptor who carved it from a death mask.
A dialogue turns on morality as a church figure notes that half the world’s trouble stems from lies while Gotham replies that the other half comes from truth telling. The exchange highlights trust and accountability in public discourse.
Capt. Fowler recalls paying $2.50 per peck for potatoes in Milledgeville on the march to the sea. Aaron Catlin arranges a boiled-potatoes feast via a wary colored woman who demands three dollars. Catlin and a comrade swap boots and shoes to evade confiscation, later presenting more genteel footwear to captors.
A six inch muzzle loading rifle from Fort Sumter, 18 feet long and weighing over eight tons, is presented by Northwestern's senior class at Evanston. Henry Cannon spoke at the ceremony. The cannon stands near Science Hall with a bronze tablet honoring Civil War students.
A Civil War anecdote recalls a young Irish captain leading raw volunteers under fire. After two disobedient charges, he rode the line and asked sarcastically if they want to live forever, revealing the era’s brutal army humor.
In a terse exchange cited by the New York Sun a wealthy figure questions the cost and the prints that will appear about them if their name is not included in history related print.
Iowa farmers fear quack grass may halt progress in some regions. Ames Professor Pommel outlines identifying features and notes its European origin and spread. Practical control advice favors shallow spring plowings, deep furrowing, buckwheat cover, harrowing, and removal of rootstocks to prevent regrowth.
Rear Admiral Clark argues in Geographical Magazine that China may have fewer than 200 million people, not the 400 million sometimes claimed. He notes provincial counts vary, farms give way to villages, and many cities are smaller than widely believed, casting doubt on the idea of universal soil occupancy and extreme crowding.
Farmers urged to slow down training young cows and avoid rushing milk lessons. The Farm Journal notes experience shows progress comes slowly and even seasoned handlers learn continually.
For use on the lawn a box with top and one side removed helps gather small stones roots and leaves. After raking material into piles it is brushed into the box and emptied. Rope handles added improve portability. Fresh hay should be fed daily and uneaten portions removed before restocking.
A Houston Post fragment describes a canoe capsizing near shore. A young man and a merry maiden end up neck-deep in water as he jokes about meeting her at the summer resort, while she questions his intent.
A car owner asks the chauffeur for a reference from a previous employer. The chauffeur says he cannot provide one yet, since the former employer is in the hospital and will not release a recommendation soon.
A Mnemonic note from the British Medical Journal suggests men’s necks have lengthened over time, while Crimsonbeak hints at broader changes. Yonkers Statesman references the discussion with a provocative tagline and asks readers to consider evolving appearances.
Market notes from New York and additional city reports show grain and livestock prices on October 4 1905. Wheat mixed around 85 to 87 cents, corn 59 to 64 cents, oats 20 to 26 cents, a range for hogs 5.70 to 6.10, and cattle and lamb values varying by grade across Minnesota Cleveland Toledo East Buffalo and Pittsburgh.
Retold patient letters claim Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cures ovarian and womb troubles and spares operations. Women describe relief from symptoms and renewed strength after doctor advised surgery, urging others to seek Mrs Pinkham's advice in Lynn Massachusetts.
Pat jokes about leaving for Panama where work pays better than the United States and asks Mike if he minds heat. Mike notes Panama's furnace heat, but Pat insists on avoiding shade and enduring the climate for the pay.
An assortment of old testimonials and ad blurbs praising Cuticura soap ointment and pills for skin ailments, with miscellaneous quotes about frugality cigars rings and opportunity and an appeal for Red Cross Ball Blue laundry product. The text combines testimonial style claims with humorous asides and pricing notes.
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