Honor Annistonian to Present at American Mathematical Society
Prof. R D Carmichael of the Presbyterian college will present an original paper at the American Mathematical Society meeting in New York next Saturday. The paper, Multiply perfect numbers of four different primes, is one of six and will be read by title. The society is a leading national body, second only to the German mathematical society.
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R. D. Carmichael
Presbyterian College
American Mathematical Society
New York
America
German Mathematical Society
Death of Mrs William Adams Noted in City
A notice reports the death of Mrs William Adams in the city early today. She was a zealous Presbyterian member and longtime resident who came to America from Scotland. Funeral plans are not yet arranged. The county school board met yesterday and settled several district school location contests and will reconvene tomorrow.
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William Adams
Complaints on Modern Manners and Courtesy Shock
The article argues that deterioration in manners stems from the shock of receiving courtesy when respect is demanded. It cites a humorous comparison to Henry LIX of Hochneunschloesser Fichtenwald and a Canadian student saying nice to meet you. The passage is quoted from Miss M. Loane in Contemporary Review.
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Henry LIX
Hochneunschloesser- Fichtenwald
M. Loane
Contemporary Review
Supposition Sparks Witty Exchange in Chicago Record
Mrs Strongmind voices a sly claim about her husband not being sporty. Mrs Kafiyppe retorts with a sly remark that she was surprised and suggests he may have wed her on a bet. The exchange captures social humor in a Chicago Record snippet.
Familiarity with the Law Sparks Contempt Fines
The quote portrays Breeves as well acquainted with legal rules and predicts he accumulates contempt fines each session. The remarks suggest repeated courtroom decorum issues and a reputation for challenging proceedings.
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Breeves
Quotations Echo Jury on Allegiance in Small Town
Fragment quotes a courtroom exchange with Flallon and Bilkins asking about current employers. The reply states “Same people a wife and five children.” A closing moral note from Mason urges self judgment in sincerity and charity.
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Flallon
Bilkins
President Issues Thanksgiving Proclamation
The president issued the annual Thanksgiving proclamation setting Thursday November 29 as the holiday. The announcement appears in a special Star dispatch from Washington with the date October 28.
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The
Star
Washington
Artist Lord Leighton Keeps London Engagement
A famous painter noted for punctuality refused to stay in Damascus for a delay. He needed to be in London on a set day to meet his model. A friend checked and found the model at his studio door just as Leighton reached the staircase.
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Lord Leighton
Damascus
London
In Moment Of Weakness Judge Probes Theft Confession
The penitent man admits stealing a carload of brass fittings in a moment of weakness. The judge presses him, asking what he might have taken had his resolve failed when strong. The exchange highlights the defendant's plea and the court's weighing of intent.
Miss Waldo Sparks a Fiery Exchange
In a tense moment, chatter turns to Miss Waldo as one speaker recalls her eyes flashing with fire while another notes she once froze him with a glance prompting a sharp rebuttal about recollections.
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Jack
Miss Waldo
Arthur
Speechless Daughter Proposes Wedding Plan Voice Mixup
In a humorous exchange Mrs Henpeck dismisses marrying Dick while the daughter asks to record a wedding proposal on a gramophone. The scene centers on a family miscommunication about a future marriage and a prankish solution.
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Mrs. Henpeck
Drs. Henpeck
Need for thrift in hard times prompts shopping urge
The notice urges economizing due to rain damaged crops and strict times ahead. It invites readers to F. M. Nixon's store for essential purchases including food wear and household furnishings, promising quality for the same prices.
Largest Leaf In the World Named After Queen Victoria
A Dundee Advertiser description reports a remarkable leaf named for Queen Victoria found by a British traveler in a distant land. The specimen measured six feet five inches across, with a rim five and a half inches high, while the flower reached fifteen inches and opened white with pink, growing more pink with age and emitting a sweet scent.
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Victoria
Dundee Advertiser
Witty Sayings Span Nations From Bull Herds to Jests
A colorful North Atlantic parade of remarks spans cultures. A Scotchwoman, Dutchman, British magistrate, Portuguese mayor, Frenchman, American lecturer, and German orator each contribute quips reflecting their nations. The collection highlights humor and social observation across and time.
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Emerald Isle
Jinks Johnson Loan Request and Security Suggestions
The London Mail reports Jinks Johnson seeks a ten pound loan. Binks approves with securities. The suggested security list includes a chain and padlock, a pair of handcuffs, and a dog to ensure repayment.
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Jinks—Johnson
London Mail
Remarkable Irish Curiosity Exposes Government Oversight
A fragment from Connaught recalls 1817 famine era plans to connect Galway to Ballina via Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, including a Congo canal segment. The project employed many but failed to hold water due to a porous dock area, revealing a notable government miscalculation. A separate tale tells of a tortoise waking from hibernation and a cook’s nervous reaction over a cracked coal cellar stone.
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Connaught
Ireland
Galway
Ballina
Lough Corrib
Lough Mask
Congo
Origin of craps name and early gambling roots
The Boston Herald notes uncertainty about craps origin. It cites Bescherelle attributing an English dice game linked to the Palais Royal, with the name sometimes written krabs and spoken upon rolling 2 3 11 or 12. English dictionaries offer little clarity.
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Palais Royal
Bescherelle
Boston Herald
An Invitation Between Dick and Kit
A brief dialogue notes Dick praising Kit as funny and coyly suggesting she has not been fully understood. Kit responds that she has not been tried, hinting at playful mutual interest.
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Kitty
Gas coke sale by Anniston Electric & Gas Co
Gas coke offered as clean cheapest fuel for grates and base burners at 4 50 per ton delivered by Anniston Electric & Gas Co Telephone 109 note tf
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Anniston Exuntric & Gas CO
Bargains In Groceries Highlight Local Store Ads
Local grocers advertise reduced prices on coffee Paragon and Golden Santon, bulk teas and coffees, baking powders, and canned goods. Items include Ferndell beans, French peas, Quaker Jam, Burnham’s Jellycon, Irvington pens, Star soap powder, and assorted teas with price cuts and free gift warnings.
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Ferndell
Okier
Peers
Burnham
Irvington
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