South Africa described as diamond lands and pioneer frontier
The piece surveys South Africa's history from Dutch settlement to British control, noting diamond and gold wealth, the Boer wars, and Johannesburg as a booming metropolis. It contrasts colonial gains with the region’s enduring race issues and global economic significance.
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Union of
South Africa
Cape Town
Union of South Africa
United States
England
Orange River
Orange Free State
Vaal River
Transvaal Republic
Great Britain
Union of South
Johannesburg
Europe
America
Australia
Denver
Colorado
Providence
KR. I
Common Carriers and a Few Not So Common Carriers
The piece describes traditional transport like ox carts in the American South and Burmese bullock wagons, noting their use alongside new methods in Greenland expeditions. It highlights dogsleds in Arctic regions and the long survival of animal hauling across diverse landscapes.
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India
China
Siam
Philippines
Greenland
Lane Koch
North Carolina
Georgian
Alabama
South
Mandalay
Arctic
Alaska
Interior
The Long Long Trail of the Gypsy
A historical overview traces the gypsy origins from 1417 to their dispersal across Europe. It notes captains as early leaders, their code of morals, and the group’s influence on British racing culture and fortune telling myths.
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George Borrow
Aloldayla
Maria Theresa
Joseph II
England
Spain
Island destroyed by natural infernal machine described
A historic note discusses Hawaii's volcanic activity as proof that the Pacific Ocean is a volatile "safety valve" region. It explains many Pacific islands originate from lava activity with molten material erupting from volcanoes.
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Hawaii
Pacific
Harborough Rocks Druid Circle Faces Destruction Debate
Reports claim Harborough Rocks, a famed Druid Circle in England, may be broken up for housing. The piece discusses preservation battles across Stonehenge and related monuments, noting sun worship, Neolithic dating, and the varied fates of stone circles in Britain and beyond.
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Cable
Harborough Rocks
England
Praxiteles
Africa
Asia Minor
Greece
Rome
Salisbury Plain
Wales
Scotland
Ireland
Europe
France
Asia
India
Stonehenge
Stonehengero
Healthful Motoring and Correct Driving Posture
A guide warns against fatigue from slouching in the seat and tense grip on the wheel. It urges natural, erect posture, minimal eye strain, and avoiding drafts and rubber footwear to prevent fatigue, eye strain, and colds during long drives.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Automobile News and Driving Tips From Early 20th Century Text
A collage of automotive notes discusses speed, road safety, and driving technique. It mentions a speed indicator using colored lights, rural car ownership, the need for the senses in driving, and the rise of motor taxis in London and Paris. It also notes physicians among the population and hints at car production in Australia.
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London
Iowa City and County Notes and Local Incidents
Petitions presented to the city council of Iowa City for a municipal electric light plant costing 150000. Monticello teachers object to salary cuts. Sheriff aided in capturing W P Ballard wanted for larceny. Roy Armstrong alias Helmer Isaacson arrested for bogus checks. Iowa University praised by doctors Peters and Pike. William Gardner dies at Iowa City home. Charles Christenson sentenced for wife murder. Creditors seek bankruptcy for Vail Hardware in Woodward. Storm Lake wins western Iowa high school debate title. Summerset post office robbed of 150 in stamps. Road work contracts total 158697.21 in Jackson County. Mrs. Hoyt injured in Des Moines auto streetcar crash. Ben Cain granted divorce. bigamy case dropped. Missouri Valley worker found burned. Marshall County opposes extending primary road. Fayette cowhide shipment details. Severe Iowa City whirlwind damages area. Muscatine and Atalissa damaged by storms. several injuries. Mary Frank found dead in Council Bluffs home. Robbery suspects jailed in Centerville.
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Councii
Iowa
Monticello
HH. T. ‘Agner
W. P. Ballard
Waterloo
Roy Armstrong
Helmer Isaacson
Iowa City
Ottumwa
Iowa University
M.H. Peters
C. 0. Pike
Harvard
William Gardner
Iowa’ City
Des Moines
Joe V. Barrer
Charles Christenson
Sioux City
Vail Hardware Company
Woodward
Storm Lake
Earlham
Waverly
Summerset
Jackson County Board of Supervisors
Dorothy Hoyt
Melcher
Ben Cain
Reinbeck
Jerry Bockes
Cain
George Lowrey
Illinois Central Railroad
Missouri Valley
Lowrey
Marshall County Board of Supervisors
Joe
Francis Miltherner
W. W. Ratter
Muscatine
Zeigler Canning Factory
Atalissa
Mary ‘Frank
Council Bluffs
C. Conner
Centerville
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la Paz
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Apas
Mother Nature
Sunday Strait
Sumatra
New York
el Paso
Washington Monument
Falands
Klot
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Empire State
Union
Pennsylvania
Milneis
Ohio
Texas
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Chicago
Accentu
Dr. Common
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