Book Hospital at Public Libraries Details Care and Dangers
A historical library feature describes a quiet corner where worn volumes are treated like patients in a book hospital. It lists instruments, materials, and procedures used to mend broken backs, torn covers, and dirty edges, and notes the aim to extend life and reduce costs for public libraries. It also briefly recounts old fishing and cooking curiosities such as a duck line lure, Cape Cod bait methods, roast peacock, and gilded Deak dish.
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India
Mr. Duck
What He Missed Mrs De Style Sermon On Clothes
A witty exchange between Mrs De Style and Mr De Style centers on a sermon about “The Idolutous Worship of Fine Clothes.” The conversation highlights vanity and economic strain from wardrobe purchases, prompting blushes and a sharp pun.
The Poor Sinner’s Bell of Brealaa in Silesia
A historic Brealaa church bell cast July 17 1896 by a famed bell founder in Silesia. In a fatal mishap the molten metal ran. the founder struck the molten metal, died, was executed after a prison trial. The bell rang at execution and for prayers, earning its name the poor sinner’s bell.
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Peet Singer
Brealaa
Silesia
Prosela
Kings and superstition across history
The author catalogs rulers from James I to Cromwell, noting their superstitions and moral flaws. He cites James I’s calendar foibles, Napoleon’s stocking color, Frederick the Great, Peter the Great, Marlborough, and the Étouarts as superstitious. The piece dismisses superstition as a luxury for powerful figures who still commit betrayals and crimes.
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James I
England
James
Buckingham
Napoleon
Frederick the Great
Peter of
Cromwell
New York
The First Signal and Other Bits of Wit Across Oceans
A reprint of dramatic asides about Marconis signal and a joke about the letter eight presaging victory. Humorous exchanges compare elevator speeds and British efficiency, then small talk on springtime and a couple of light quips from Boston papers.
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Marcon
Atlantic Ocean
Record fragment on dangers of septic infection and cartridge handling
Fragmentary text notes that dangers differ after war, septic inflammation presents greater risk to many, with revolver cartridges deemed more prone to handling and contamination than rifle cartridges. Includes unclear references to equipment codes.
Dangers of Infectious Materials On Bullets
A New York Medical News note discusses how revolver bullets may trap and carry infectious material into wounds. It argues pistol projectiles lack barrel cleansing effects, allowing microbes to persist and possibly multiply, risking septic conditions or paralysis of immune defenses after entry.
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New York Medical News
Side Lights in History Courteous Letters by a Harvard Men
Harvard Library preserves letters from William Weeks a Harvard graduate and Revolutionary War officer. He writes from Valley Forge about dining with General Washington and choosing duty over home comforts. He notes wages and army service influencing his stay and mentions a family $10 aiding a delayed degree.
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Harvard
Washington
New Hampshire
William Weeks
Valley Forge
Gen's
Bulliven's
Gen’ Washington
Stage Life Ten Years A New Crop Of Minor Actors Harvested
A Chicago Tribune analysis notes stage careers typically span about a decade before actors either gain distinction or leave the profession. The article argues the rank and file recycle every ten years as new hopefuls fill depleted ranks while few stay longer than ten years.
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United States
Etara
Chicago Tribune
An Artful Dodger’s School Dodges Examinations
A Glasgow Evening Times anecdote quotes a zany speech about a boy in school who dodges every examination. The playful quip frames the boy’s supposed cleverness and future prospects, contrasting parental pride with humorous mischief in a crowded schooling context.
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Schor
Glasgow
Man Who Never Mistakes Misses Pleasure of Being Right
A reflection from the Saturday Evening Post on restraint and humility, noting that error is part of growth and true rightness comes softly through experience rather than boastful certainty. The piece underscores human fallibility as a path to wiser judgment.
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Saturday Evening Post
Curious Sponges And Potlatch Traditions In Early Observations
The article describes sponges in odd forms, their varied uses from slates to shoes and paper, and notes large specimens in New York valued at display. It mentions Mediterranean and Florida sponges, prices, and surgical uses, plus a separate section on the potlatch feast among Britian Columbia Indians where wealth is redistributed for chieftain status.
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Alze
New York City
Mediterranean
Florida
Britian Columbia
Celt and Saran Tale In A Irish Briton Clash
Sheridan recounts a punishing exchange between an Irish Celt and a Briton. The Celt challenges John Bull with wit as the Briton ponders the isle and a clash of talk and bravado ensues. Patrick throws down his coat in mock challenge, then the pugna cious moment ends abruptly.
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Sheridan
Iola
Litle
John Bull
Patrick
Paris Banquet Rose Reveal With Winged Table Guest
A French countess hosted a banquet in Paris where a centerpiece of roses hid a birdcage. A young woman in wings emerged and sang to introduce each dish, remaining in place for the dinner. A line from a perplexing exchange questions the speaker's humanity, ending with a stark retort.
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Paris
King and Queen Host Sousa Band at Royal Birthday Event
The royal audience praised the performance as the band played Hands Across the Sea King Cotton and Star Spangled Banner. The Queen thanked the players for the birthday music and the Prince of Wales commented on the trip. A medal was presented and a march dedicated to the Queen. The King expressed warm regard for American music and the royal family enjoyed the visit.
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Cotton
Prince of Wales
United States
America
Sousa
By Their Cresta Echoes Across the Ocean
A dialogue snippet features She and He remarking on long sea crossings. He notes his increasing familiarity with waves and journeys, recognizing many seen at sea, reflecting on endurance and routine in ocean travel.
Snow Storms Over Adirondacks Describe Feathery Clouds
A vivid description from Scribner's recalls winter snow from clear sky in the Adirondacks. Foglike haze forms near distant hills, then drifts across a valley as wind drives light, feathery flakes nearly horizontally. Sunlight pierces the storm, casting sharp shadows while tree trunks remain unseen beneath thick snowfall.
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Adirondacks
Scribner's
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