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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1908
Page
6
An article comparing the human body to a machine describes how energy is produced and used in the body. It explains the roles of oxygen and nitrogen in combustion, and notes that carbon dioxide produced inside the body is a key factor in evaluating the effects of city air on individuals.
Rear Admiral Sigsbee cites a former omber’s tale from The Youths Companion about the Portsmouth racing the British sloop Archer off West Africa in November 1859. The Portsmouth reportedly circled the Archer, with accounts noting the log confirms a race, though embellishment suggests the claim of circling twice.
A late girl of Ave years in a dense Paris quarter, daughter of working people, has become a juvenile crime prodigy. She cut her brother’s tongue, attempted to burn the house, and so terrorized neighbors that she was dubbed the baby devil. Poor institutions refused to keep her, and authorities have now taken charge amid reports she reflects inherited degeneracy noted by Prof Lom Brose.
A dated discussion notes a French officer, the American ambassador Mr O Brien, and Marquis Katsura all saying war is unlikely. It argues war is only possible like any two nations and warns against persistent, nebulous fear driven by talk rather than facts.
A fragment notes that anger drains vitality and that temptation toward anger rises in the face of tempting schemes. It mentions predictions that dinner balloon bags could be used to smuggle goods past customs borders, even suggesting an invisible 400 foot car bag to evade officials.
A trip with the Overland Mail uncovers a massacre at Fatbonys station. Stella Anthony, keeper’s daughter, is widowed and drawn into romance with Alfred Vincent while a web of enemies to the railroad unfolds. Gideon Cadwallader seeks atonement as family secrets surface and Stella faces choices amid danger.
Alvin Carter, after wartime surgery and struggle, seeks Viola at Sally B’s grand home. Sally B battles with ambition over Vi’s future, finally yielding as Al declares he will marry Viola. Viola’s long misery ends as Sally B convinces her mother to approve, sealing their union.
A barber shop scene centers on Judge Williams visiting for a haircut while his young son gawks at the bald head. The child riffs on purchasing hair removal and utters a gleeful, if comical, query about paying for the Judge’s beard. The piece blends humor with local color and product plugs.
Five lines of testimonial prose urge women to use Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for female troubles. It cites testimonials from Mrs F Ellsworth and Mrs W P Boyd, claims 30 years of use, and invites readers to write for advice at Lynn Mass.
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