Chinese Borrowing and an Admiral Inventor
A humorous China anecdote describes Chinese butlers borrowing neighbors’ supplies to cover shortages at a dinner. It recalls a bride at dinner discovering monogrammed silverware and a mutton dish paid for by a rival guest. The second tale notes Admiral Sampson’s early inventing hobby, his wind gauge falling overboard, and the captain being told to break the news gently.
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China
Oea
Shanghai
Admiral Sampson
Lieut
Sampson
Blue Jacket
Saturday Evening Post
Greatest Locomotives of Steel Unveiled by Carnegie Works
A colossal new locomotive from Pittsburg Locomotive Works for Union Railroad Co showcases the largest weight on drivers at 208000 pounds and a 3822 square foot boiler surface. It surpasses prior engines in cylinder power and steam capacity, amid tests over steep grades and heavy iron and coke trains.
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Carnegie Steel Company
Pittsburg Locomotive Works
Union Railroad Company
Pittsburg
Mexican Central
St. Clair Tunnel
Great Northern Railroad
Great Northern
Pennsylvania Railroad
The Old Farm Dream Returns to Heartened Hearts
A nostalgic verse recalling a rural farm life where humble toil, motherly care, and simple joys offered peace. The speaker longs to return to that tranquil home to rest in safety and endure late days away from the world’s peril.
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Chicago
Her Next Move
A woman named Geraldine Fowler contemplates a dramatic change after receiving a proposal from editor Godfrey Taylor and writing back plans to move to Washington. Edward Wherritt joyfully retrieves a long‑awaited letter, unaware of her forthcoming decision.
The Housewife Feels Arrival of Her Next Move
A man reads a hurried note from his wife Geraldine about a move she plans and imagines her reaction as he waits for the mail. He envisions a surprise and finally sees her on the train platform arriving home to embrace him.
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Edward Wherritt
Geraldine
Land's End
Leeds
Church
Thun
Andagl
Remarkable Chinese Money Find at Los Angeles Jail
Two Chinese detainees from San Diego were found with a large stash of money and valuables hidden in clothing and body areas. The total cash, silver, and gold dust possibly exceed many thousands, with the exact amount unclear. The discovery occurred while awaiting deportation.
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California
Los Angeles
San Diego
Saniego
San Francisco Examiner
Women Scarce in Egypt Worthy of Note
The article notes Egypt has more men than women, the only country with this imbalance. It states the male population exceeds females by 160000 and includes a remark about perceptions of a sick husband versus worries about his mind.
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Egypt
Khedive
Family Influence Spoof From Boston Herald Tale
A Boston mother allegedly advised a daughter on luncheon etiquette at a bishop's house. The child followed the first two offers, then refused at the third, and finally cursed the butler after the fourth approach, prompting the Herald’s quip.
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Boston
Bishop’s House
Mamma
Boston Herald
Napoleon Story Delivers a Grim Twist of Sacrifice
A London Tid-Bits tale recalls Napoleon visiting a Paris hospital where an old soldier with one arm says he would sacrifice the other for his country. He then cuts off his remaining arm, shocking onlookers and prompting bemused commentary from a listening spectator.
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Napoleon
Paris
Austerlitz
London
Philippine Pets Roosters Replace Dogs and Cats
In the Philippines roosters are treated as native pets. People pamper, feed, and care for fighting cocks, considering them equally loved as children. Mothers rescue roosters first in fires, while streets show many locals carrying and soothing birds.
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Philippines
New Locomotive Proves Efficient On Central Routes
The new locomotive is now in daily use and praised for its performance and fuel and water efficiency. A New York Central record shows a mogul engine hauling 50.4 bushels of grain over 140 miles with 123,000 pounds on drivers. Projections estimate Syracuse to Albany capacity around 135,40 bushels or 3,875 tons for a paying load.
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New York Central Railroad
New York Central
Syracuse
Albany
A London Lady and the Word Kismet
A Roxbury Gazette item recounts a London house scene where a statuary piece bears the word Kismet meaning fate. The maid asks its meaning, later returns limping with a worry over “kismet” coins, and the mistress pleads for time to settle matters as she eyes the moon behind a cloud.
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London
Bridget
George
Roxbury Gazette
Man-Hunters Track Grail On Englishwoman With Hounds
A fragmentary report describes an Englishwoman guiding three hounds to pursue fugitives. The piece mentions Edwin Broush and training for gag running, referencing pursuers and justice, with notes on ailment and a distant chase across years.
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Grai
Edwin Broush
Polygamy and Courtroom Debates Highlight Utah Politics
A report outlines politician Roberts defending plural marriages while a Washington Star anecdote contrasts lace shopping with everyday life, illustrating public reaction to polygamy and social norms. The piece notes four wives and ongoing church ties amid legal debates.
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New York
Godfrey Taylor
Washington
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Permare
Raz
Arthur Sullivan
Sims Reeves
My Pretty Jane
Sir Henry Bishop
Edward Fitzball
Burwell
Cambridgeshire
Old Madrid
Tommy Atkins
Milton Wellings
Philippine
Cinel
L'Executioner
Francois Esclangon
le Monde Scientifique
Chicago News
Sreetodg Diy
Chillicothe
Ohio
Madison
Ihar
Ruir Olle Ing
Lth
Heise
Polygamist
Ingl
Ali
Hoffn
Roberts
T Church
Lace Department
Washington Star
Tdent
Ter
Tors
Gaua
Watts
Idianapolis Journal
Brigham H. Robber
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