George Meredith and the twilight of Victorian novels
A critical sketch traces George Meredith from early life through his later reputation, noting his global impact and distinctive style. It recalls his ambitious prose, the reception of works like Rhoda Fleming and The Egoist, and asks whether subsequent publications altered his standing among Britain’s greatest novelists.
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Apon
Nonius
Chambers
Afr Meredith
Wielding
Seoth
N Dackeray
Dickens
Stevenson
Ag ' Rhoda Fleming
Adeline
Tsiana
Crossways
Meredith
Storedith
Thackeray
Scobt
Pickensle
Tike Browning
Jase
Browning
Ashionahie
Thawa
George Micr Iy
Ships That Won't Roll and the Gyroscopic Stabilizer
The discussion centers on Sir William White presenting Dr Schlick’s gyroscopic apparatus to reduce ship roll. Experiments show the stern and deck experience minimal rolling, with waves seeming to vanish beneath the hull and a gentle rise and fall. Experts caution against assuming sea motion will vanish entirely, noting heaving motion persists and further refinement is needed.
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Schlick
Sir William
Lambert
Suil
Weraae
William TL. White
Japan’s Courts Learn From Europe in New Western Fashion
The author of Liens and Portents in the Har Mast describes Japan’s judicial system, noting no juries, a Japanese Bar, and judges plus public prosecutors. He observes long cross questioning, confessions once sought by torture, and prison regimes with careful nutrition and air, seeing a highly elaborate yet evolving Western model.
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Japan
Magland
Germany
France
Cnuch
Gayoury
Boer and Briton reflect on German influence in Transvaal
German sympathy and Kaiser telegrams loom over colonial era debates as the Transvaal regains self rule. Commentators in Berlin papers spark bitter clashes over General Botha and Boer resistance, recalling past German ties and the shift to independence.
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Berlin
Sydney Mail
Botha
London
Transvaal
Germany
Kyruger
Kruger
Willian
Keatinge’s twelve rules for choosing a husband
Dr Harriet Keatinge advises sensible girls to seek education in morals and a clean bill of health, then look for well bred, congenial, and companionable husbands. She urges early marriage for adaptability, mutual respect, financial independence, and shared domestic harmony.
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Harriet C. Keatinge
New York
Legislative League
Keatinge
Hach
Harriet Keatinges
France and Siam Sign Far East Settlement at Bangkok
The Times reports a mutual agreement ending long strain between France and Siam. France gains Battambang Siem Reap and Sesuton with Angkor ruins and 200000 peasants as subjects. Siam receives Brat Dansai and four ports on the Kong rivers with wider law court reach over local populations.
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Bangkok
Aris
Times
Bian
France
Battambang
Siemreap
Sesuton
Siam
Angkor
Brat
Chentabnun
Dansai
Laos
Akkong
Central Asia
Far East
Children Hooting Cough At Night Reported
Readers note a nighttime hooting cough affecting children, with caregivers seeking remedies and guidance. Medical experts remind guardians to monitor for fever breathing difficulty and dehydration, and to seek pediatric care if symptoms worsen or persist.
Vaughan harshly condemns society in Mayfair sermon on Herod tale
Father Bernard Vaughan in a Lenten sermon at the Jesuit Church in Mayfair denounces Society as a vulgar display and a diabolical intrigue. He uses Herod’s desire to see Jesus to mock London’s social appetite for scandal. He laments debased manners, downgrading birth rates and infant mortality while condemning elite talk and luxury.
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Bernard Vaughan
Mayfair
Christ
Herod
Jesus
London
Hho
Hhevan
Bertha
Great Britain
Ingland
Francs
England
Urepe
Robinson's Patent Barley Featured in Easy Cook Booklet
A promotional note invites readers to buy a tin of Robinson's Patent Barley from all grocers. It promises easy, cheap dishes using the included recipes for a tasty result.
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