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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1906
Page
3
A veteran account recalls a drill day in 1862 when a colonel demanded aimed fire at a visible target. A private fires the horse with an loaded gun, another confesses, and the colonel praises the cautious shooter as making a noble shot. The tale highlights discipline and unexpected outcomes in wartime training.
John Puryear, a Richmond youth who joined Mosby’s Confederates, fought with fearless vigor in northern Virginia. Though young and impulsive, his bold charges earned him Mosby’s praise, who offered battlefield gallantry but warned he should not command troops.
In Paris at the American Church of the Holy Trinity the gendarme relents after seeing a small American flag carried by two young men in the crowd. He admits them, recognizing their patriotism as the procession begins and the opening anthem plays.
Thomas Knox of Kewanes Illinois recalls a Cheraw relic, a 1847 prayer book bearing inscriptions from Mary A Kollock and James H Fowe. A comrade recovered it from a Powah mansion, Knox later retrieved it, and a postmaster inquiry led to Mrs. War dill, niece of Miss Kollock and Bishop Gregg, sending the book to Knox.
A Civil War veteran refuses an accumulated pension of over 16000 dollars, arguing he was never engaged in combat and heard no shots during his service. He contends the pension should be denied or reconsidered based on his noncombat role.
Practical instructions describe disguising a dime by sewing a cord into a sleeve lining and using the cord to pull the coin into view. The method notes placement preferences, a protective knot, and careful alignment to keep the dime hidden until pulled. The passage ends mid sentence with the technique to grip the coin.
The article describes a coin vanish using elastic cord during a mock presented by a lecturer. It also details a trick with an egg balanced on its end, referencing Columbus and the egg. A glass of water inverted on a card demonstrates atmospheric pressure holding the liquid until the card is withdrawn.
London society courts exotic pets as tiny ponies join the animal fad. Seven miniature ponies imported by Jamrach are described as calm and suitable for homes, with one cream colored specimen prized as the pick of the herd. Prices were $75 each. St Petersburg is labeled Europe’s unhealthiest capital.
A column discusses why Mississippi is not called Father of Waters and questions Missouri's relation. It cites A D Condon on a 12 year old daughter plowing 112 acres, notes a nine year old as the youngest type-setter, and mentions a Palatka editor’s daughters typing during illness. It also covers Aprina Indian Library and tribal memory traditions for youth learning legends.
A discursive piece explains boomerangs as wooden curved tools varying in shape from semi circles to near straights. It notes regional myths about returning flights, describes how edges and curves influence performance, and contrasts throwing inference with actual function including nonreturning war boomerangs and lighter hunting types.
Margaret E. Sangster argues that a minority of wealthy Americans are not the measure of society, praising both rich and poor for virtue. she critiques the glamour of the smart set as overdrawn in a popular novel and warns that luxury can erode character, likening risks to ancient Greece and Rome.
Practical guide for hosting children's parties with advice on guest numbers, helpers, games, music, and festive table decor. Includes ideas for red decorations, candles, bonbons, place cards, invitations, simple refreshments, and age appropriate favors and toys to delight young guests.
A description of a border design for edging flannel garments including petticoats and infant head-squares. The text emphasizes a sustainment edge suitable for wIMPLE like child garments and other flannel articles.
Outline described for a neat border finished twice with a soft cotton, then worked over in buttonhole with flame embroidery silk or mercerised cotton. Notes many excellent makes available for purchase.
The piece surveys marabout fans with tortoise shell and mother of pearl, batistes and dimities at 12 and 15 cents a yard, unbleached linen for runabout frocks, and embroidered blouses. It describes a gold inlaid sea serpent bracelet and Paris nouveaute leather rifles attached to gowns for dust protection, noting ease of wear and maintenance.
A compact note urging women to embrace the best of common seat fa to look her best at every moment, suggesting timeless beauty habits and personal care for lasting youthfulness.
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