WAKEENEY Kansas Prof Griffith on beauty and morals
A fragment from the Western Kansas World notes provocative quotes and social comments. It cites Prof. Griffith declaring man more beautiful than woman, comments on Navy discipline, school safety, high school fraternities, and a New York code panel considering skyscraper height limits. It mentions Berryhill family oil wealth, a New York cigar thief tally, and various cultural snips on apple tea and temperance trends. The item closes with aviation funds, self heating stoves, and Pullman liquor sale limits reflecting Prohibition sentiment.
Independent clairvoyance debated in spiritist discussion
The article examines clairvoyance and clairaudience within spiritism, noting Dr Hudson’s skepticism about independent clairvoyance and the telepathy versus clairvoyance boundary. It discusses subjective perception, hypnosis, and cases of premonition, arguing that clairvoyance may be possible but remains debated and intertwined with telepathy.
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Hudson
Locke
Ehic
Ible
Socrates
Ther
Muscatine
Father
Yiz
Iowa
Texit
Thad
Haley
Benen
Easter Miracles From Desolation And A Child’s Rescue
Mrs. Farnham’s Easter sorrow turns to hope when a near-fatal accident spurs her to care for a homeless boy. The boy’s survival and recovery reveal life’s resilience, transforming grief into home and purpose through acts of compassion. The piece reflects on faith’s message that God’s path differs from ours.
Eastertide's Leson Divides Life Through Easter Promise
The text splits existence into two sections before and after Easter. It links present life as suffering and temptation with the potential joy and security of eternity through Christ. The Lord's passion highlights current struggles, while the resurrection points to future glory.
Easter egg customs across cultures in spring rituals
The text notes that egg giving at Easter derives from ancient nature worship and appears in various cultures. It cites Persian Parsees, other peoples, and Hungarians who distribute eggs or sprinkle with rose water to mark spring. It contrasts these practices with Christian traditions in Hous.
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Persia
Hungary
White Lead Paint Mixing Debate and Safety Claims
A discussion asserts painters or refinishers must mix white lead paint themselves to ensure purity and correctness. It argues National Lead Company’s paste is already thoroughly blended with linseed oil and ready for thinning, offering free testers by mail from Woodbridge Building, New York.
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National Lead Company
Woodbridge Building
New York
Prof and Son Translate Father Speech to Vernacular
A college professor strolling with his son meets an old farmer after a very wet season. The professor remarks on abnormal precipitation while his son translates in blunt terms used by the governor. An exchange follows about language and social distinctions. A separate sketch sees a stylish woman in a Chinese laundry and a quip about Chinese etiquette. A rural tale has Sandy Pikes objecting to clipping dog tails and a housewife sympathizing.
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Harper's Weekly
John
Sandy Pikes
Lost $300 on tonics and pastry caused indigestion
A rich young woman recounts spending $300 on medications for six years without relief. She credits Grape-Nuts with restoring health after she switched from rich foods like pastry and pork to the cereal. She notes instant improvement and would not be without it at a dollar a package.
Arrivals to Canada Reach Near 300000 in 1907
The year closed with nearly sixty thousand newcomers to Canada following a pattern set the previous year. A Calgary citizen quotes a magazine writer praising Canada’s climate land grants of 160 acres free from government, light taxes, and strong social prospects. Winnipeg stands as Chicago, Edmonton as Omaha, with agriculture schools, elevators, and brisk farm life attracting settlers from the United States.
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Republic
Winnipeg
Chicago
Edmonton
Omaha
Calgary
Old Firenda
Public School Geography Tale Ends With Marriage Jibe
A Philadelphia public school pupil dislikes geography and resists lessons. A teacher asks Rosie to deliver a note to her mother. Rosie explains her mother does not know geography and has married, just as her aunt did, while the teacher does know geography but remains unmarried.
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Philadelphia
Rosie
The Quarrel and A Village Doctor’s Patient tale
A village doctor faces a demanding elderly patient who scolds him for not visiting at night claiming her money is as good as others. The exchange reveals a rigid view of prompt medical attention and patient expectations.
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Majam
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Szechenyi
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Oklahoma
New York Shipbuilding Company
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Guffey Petroleum Company
Port Arthur
Tex
American Society For the Advancement of Aviation
Otto Luytries
Bal- Amore
Germany
Friends of Temperance
Pullman Company
Edward B. Warman
A.M. Hygionist
Ay Gastar Revatafion
Serta
Arate Rereere Sree
Son
Elder
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