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Newspaper
Algona Courier
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1912
Page
2
A new invention builds on an earlier inverted electric fan stove by adding a substantial cooking vessel with handles. Water boils and food cooks more evenly and quickly as the entire bottom heats, using electricity for heat.
An electrically operated score board debuted at Santa Monica for auto road racing. Four powered displays tracked eight miles, with car numbers moved along divisions by the sheeted board. Operators at half mile stations relayed car positions and sent in notices of tire or engine trouble, dropouts, and accidents.
Article notes increasing attention to safety measures in gbops and factories where abrasive particles are emitted by grinding polishing and buffing. It highlights an electric motor powered suction dust collector integrated with machines, a metal hood around wheels, and a fan with a receptacle to create the suction system.
During a severe winter, the New York zoo faced furnace costs and opted for electric heat. Electric radiators were installed to warm the beam and bunk areas, pleasing staff and watchmen who relied on safety lanterns and electric devices for illumination.
German torpedo boats carry outside floating telephone attachments that surface on buoy release, enabling near by ships to establish contact. During Kiel harbor maneuvers a U class submarine was sunk with 25 aboard. rescuers communicated continuously for three hours while the crew, though underwater, remained in no immediate danger due to 48 hours of oxygen.
Ideal for window lighting this lamp resembles a standard incandescent unit but carries current from one end to the other. Cleveland inventor Ben J Ballard notes its cylindrical 12 inch length and 1 1 2 inch diameter. Reflectors allow a complete light line across the window while keeping the glare hidden from passersby.
Solves Water Problem Santa Monica California weighs a plan to distill ocean water for domestic use. With Owens River supply unsettled and no grant from Los Angeles, officials may buy Burning Mountain for a heating plant to drive distillation. Engineers speculate power could also run an electric lighting plant.
A survey recounts vast Atlantic cable networks and telephony in Europe. Notes include British control of extensive wires and Havana telephone subscribers reaching seven thousand. It mentions lightning conductors, Eiffel Tower weather data aiding ships, and French motorized roller skates.
The piece notes Washington fans once settled for sixth place but now demand a pennant and top division status. Manager Griffith aims for a strong season with added pitching help, having acquired Barney Petty and reportedly bidding for George Mullin as Detroit waives him. Plither Groom is praised for solid form as the team strengthens its rotation.
The Boston Red Sox boast a premier outfield trio with Lewis in left, Speaker in center, and Hooper in right. Each man fields sharply, throws hard, and covers all directions. Speaker leads the American League in home runs while Lewis and Hooper rank among the top run-getters and hitters.
Veteran catcher Jack Ryan acts as coach for Washington young pitchers and conducts scouting trips. He praises Griffith's reform and the team’s recent Brand performance, highlighting his multifaceted contributions to the squad.
At a meeting held in Texas an Oklahoma group announced new officers for the 9 baseball season with plans for scheduling and community outreach.
Bloomington released Moxey Manuel formerly with the White Sox. Rube Benton has defeated every NL club at least once. Princeton catcher and captain Charles Sterret signed with the Yankees. Terry Downs praised as a valuable utility man and likened to Heine Zimmerman. Orey Crandall called the handy Giants figure. The Reds and Giants discussed in terms of form with slal mer noted. Pitcher Withers released to Grand Rapids Central league. George Burns recruits BRP as catcher and expects him backing up. Leon Ames seen as pitching asset when used more. Pitcher Ashenfelter recalled from Springfield by Indianapolis for control. George Tebeau holds major league offers for Red Corridon. Speaker leads batting. A notable game in St Louis featured a single, double, triple, and homer.
The New York Sun cites a remark about a supposed error by Hank O Day, noting the phrase refers to a referenced fact. The fragment hints at media commentary on a sports or officiating issue, but lacks full context or named events.
Retold recollection features Joe Kelley recalling a 19th century attempt to run a courteous baseball game with Tim Hurst as umpire. Players exchanged heated jabs and insults despite the aim of polite conduct, culminating in a chaotic moment as a runner and catcher collide amid the crowd.
Fifteen horses died and fifty escaped after a mysterious raid on a North Green Street transfer stable. Skeleton keys were used to break in after midnight and razor wounds suggest a sharp weapon. Two suspects were detained. officials offer no motive, citing recent driver dismissals from the transfer company.
Norristown authorities report a high tension incident at the Opera House during a borough centennial celebration. A door attendant was jailed on assault charges after a Black woman alleged she was forcibly removed from a doorway by others including a police spouse. The case involves Mrs Lillie Maja and Linda Black, with witness statements naming Harry James as the judge.
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