The Most Awful Cataclysm Threat to New York
A 19th century article discusses a speculative seismological scenario in which New York City could be wiped out by a colossal cataclysm. It cites shifting earth crust, river sediment deposits, and deep tunneling risks under Wall Street, warning of a potential disaster if overbuilding continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Geographical Society
New York State
Green Mountains
Baltimore
Hichmond
Raleigh
Charleston
Atlantic
West India Islands
Martinique
St. Vincent
Mont Peles
New York City
Hudson
Mississippi
Oxi the
Bar
Troy
North River
Pennsylvania
East River
York
Albany
Long Island
Geosgraphical Society
Sulk Joor
Rnigh
Wall Street
New Stock Exchange
Akron Book Trade Booms With Novels For All Ages
Akron merchants report brisk book sales with novels leading, noting shifts from older paperbacks to modern bindings. Readers prefer historical and political novels, with geography and local tastes shaping top sellers like Dorothy Vernon and The Hound of the Baskervilles. Clerks recount humorous requests and a crowded library scene, while ads push Kole vy’s Kidney Cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Field
Ezra Kendall
Mark Twat
Cervantes
Don Quixote
Burroughs
Thoreau
Akron
Borothy Vernon
Ghavies Major
Mex
Alice Galdwell Huggli
New York
Hough
Byron HN
A. Gahan Doyle
Sherlock Holmes
Yielding to Dewitt's Witch Hazel Salve Claim
The writer from Willow Grove Delaware says DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve cured piles and skin ailments. Meridith notes operations were necessary, but piles yielded to the salve. The Gem Pharmacy at 1188 Howard Street is cited as a source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Meredith
Willow Grove
Del
DewWitt
Warher
Gem Pharmacy
Howard
Society Girl Missing in Sandusky Harbor Mystery
Misa Norman Krane, a prominent Sandusky society figure, disappeared after Saturday afternoon when she promised to stay with Miss Alan Cromer. A telegram claimed she secretly wed Mr W E Dangherty of Covington, a match denied by Krane's parents. No further word has reached the family as investigators pursue leads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
W. E. Dangherty
Covington
Dangherty
Sloane House
Rotary
No Time to Lose Heart Cure Ad Warns of Danger
An advertisement urges immediate action for heart trouble using claims from Mut Heart Cure and quotes testimonials. It warns of palpitations breathlessness and possible death, promoting Dr Milew Medical Co as the source and urging readers to wire for benefits.
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J. W. Woodcoeie
M.A. Birdaull
Watking
N.Y
Portal
Dr. Sin
Milew Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
J M. Laffer
J. Lumparter & Co
A. Warhor
Panama Hats Gain Fashion Notice In Eastern Markets
The Panama hat shifts from curios to sought after as Eastern cities embrace the style. Prices range from 5 to 15 dollars for common models, with finer hats up to 25 or 500 dollars, while many imitations appear. Genuine Panama hats are woven from seaweed under water by natives, then bleached or blocked in the U.S. Porto Rican and wool imitations exist, but the real Panama remains preferred for comfort and pliability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama
South America
Sual
Brockway Praises Akron Jail As Best Yet
Mr Z R Brockway of New York, inspector with the New York prison association, visits Akton to view the new jail. He calls it the best bounty jail he has seen, praising its hygienic design, isolation facilities, and observer-friendly turnkey system. He notes criminals are bars, not angels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Z. R. Brockway
New York
Akton
Prison Association of
Himira
X.Y. Mo
Akron
Mr. Brockway
Brockway
Beauty Spots Along Cuyahoga Falls Grove Paths
A nostalgic description of local Akron beauty spots near Cuyahoga Falls, detailing Cotter Park at East Market and Buchtel, the maple-lined 50-foot path, and the river’s history. It contrasts tranquil nature with distant rail noise, praising the area’s scenery and inviting contemplative visitors. The piece blends poetic imagery with historical notes on the Cuyahoga River and nearby sites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cotter Park
East Market St
Buchtel
Akron
Buchtel Ave
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David Harum
Oliver Twist
Sleepy Hollow
Jood
Kolevy
J. M. Laffer
J. Tamparter & Co
A. Warner
Ben
Hooker
Buffalo, N
Trman
Brom
Mi Luffer
Lame Carter & Co
Cedars
Wilfer
Pering
Pauline Johnson
Cuyahoga Falie
Cuyahoga Falls
Cuyahoga River
Peres
Lake Erie
Tter
Gaylord’s Grove
Arch and
Perkins Sts
Thomas
Leitchtie
E. D. DeWitt &Co
WM. Warner
Howard ST
Seat
ST. Jacobs Oil
Ssco
Akron Security & Loan Co
Nathan M. Bhrk
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