Incident of McKinley Childhood Moral in Anecdote
A Rev Dr James Chalmers recalls a McKinley boyhood tale where William earns admission to a circus by collecting eggs from a neighbor’s hen and returns the eggs after a misstep. McKinley later calls honesty the motto of his life, shared at dinner and influencing his outlook as governor of Ohio. The piece blends anecdotes on honesty, animal curiosities, and rural life.
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McKinley
James Chalmers
Elgin
Lil
John Robinson
William
McKinleys
Beys
Lin
Record-Breaking Climb by Annie Peck Shrugs Limits Again
Annie Peck, famed climber from Lima Peru, reaches 25 000 feet on Huascaran to surpass previous world records for height by a man or woman. Her persistent fund raising and prior attempts highlight a career built on risk and resolve.
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Foman
Annie 5
Peck
Lima
Peru
Milas Peck
Annie B. Weck
Milk Peck
South America
Misa Peck
W. W. Graham
Himalayas
Miss Peck
Sorata
Bolivia
Western College
Huascaran
Utlea Globe
May Fires Civilized Highland Custom Involves Human Sacrifice
The May Day custom in Callander Perthshire described in Sir John Sinclair’s Statistical Account of Scotland shows boys gathering on the moors to dig a circular trench and bake custard and cake in embers. After sharing a fasten bonnets piece, the blackened portion foretold a boy’s leap through flames. Such rites imply past human sacrifice to ensure a fruitful summer.
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John Sinclair
Scotland
Callender
Perthshire
Beily
London Stage Clash Over Garrick Scene
A fragment from a late 18th or early 19th century reminiscence describes Mrs Anye, a harsh but passionate actress, jealously observing Garrick as Lear. Her outburst contrasts with his acting, concluding that he could even “act a gridiron.”
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Anye
London
Garrick
T. P's Weekly
Nitrogen Works at Norodden and Rjoken in Norway
The article reports on Birkelund and Eyde's nitrogen separation works at Norodden Norway with 34 000 horsepower, and a larger project at Rjoken using at least 250 000 horsepower. Photos show completed buildings and machinery in two divisions the hydro electric station and chemical works. Also included are notes on incubators and farm advice with various agricultural tips and warnings.
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Atr
Norodden
Norway
Messrs, Birkelund and Eyde
la Nature
Rjoken
Farm and garden notes on clover and disease prevention
Agricultural brief highlights mowing clover efficiency with a Miger like attachment. It describes tomato disease with black spots and bark patches, recommends Bordeaux mixture and a disk harrow for weed control. Notes on cow nutrition show grain on pasture adds fat but not enough to cover cost. Discusses regional legume crops and clover varieties by region.
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Innet
Potas Ein Ne
West Virginia
BAM S HORN BLASTS. Versing Notes On Faith And Growth
The column reflects on sermons and moral exhortations urging action and personal growth. Cited lines emphasize steadfastness, daily faithfulness, and the idea that true character grows through small, faithful deeds. It contrasts spiritual effort with worldly caution and humor.
Goldfield Nevada mining town guest comments on life
Dr W K Robinson, once a Baltimorean, now in Goldfield Nev, discusses life in the mining camp with Baltimore American. He notes 15,000 residents, open gambling, rare serious crime, high but easing living costs, rent at 75 to 100 dollars monthly, and a strong Irishwoman workforce. He predicts Goldfield’s wealth and output will rise with ore shipments around 750,000 dollars monthly and annual output reaching 25 million within two years.
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Chough
W. K. Robinson
Goldfield
Nev
Baltimore American
Trobinson
Baltimore
Nevada
Cain
Chesapeake
California
Lion and the Chita Tale Stuns Dutch Hunters at Veyheld
A Dutch farmer and wife witnessed a son playing with a child and a tame tiger amid long grass. The boy petted the man’s hair while the animal appeared to enjoy it, startling the parents who then chased the animal after a hunt. The tiger disappeared into thick brush as villagers murmured about the odd scene.
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Veyheld
Brel
East Rand Express
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Wintom Tito
M. M. Johnson
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Texas
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