British coin composition in 87 3 alloy of silver copper
The article notes that British silver coins are produced from an alloy containing 87 parts pure silver and three parts copper, forming the standard mint composition.
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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1915
Page
10
Price Reduction Pleases Ball Fans Across Leagues
The article argues that price reductions are inevitable as major and minor leagues face weak attendance. It notes the Federal league cutting rates and urges old leagues to follow, citing crowd declines, double headers, and cabaret shows as factors. It quotes Joe Tinker advocating lower prices from box seats to bleachers to boost patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent League
Federal League
Fce
Tinker
Joe Tinker
Chicago Fed
Major League Survivors From Early World Series Teams
A historical tally shows how few players remain from the 1905 to 1912 World Series teams across the Giants Athletics Cubs Tigers Pirates Red Sox and White Sox. It notes the last links to 1905 1906 and 1907 champions and traces current roles and teams for those still in or connected to major league baseball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris Mathewson
Giants
Athletics
Wildfire
Frank Schulte
Mohican
Cub
Heinie Zimmerman
Schulte
Jimmy Archer
Cubs
Amos Strunk
Ira Thomas
Jack Lapp
Tiger
Detroit
Ty Cobb
Sam Crawford
Oscar Stanage
George Moriarty
Ownie Bush
Pittsburgh
Tigers
Pirates
Barney Dreyfuss
Fred Clarke
Honus Wagner
Babe” Adams
Gibson
Red Sox
Jake Stahl
Yerkes
Feds
Neal Ball
Clyde Engle
Hall
O’brien
Hugh Bedient
Nunemaker
Yankees
Chance
Evers
Braves
Tinker
Chicago Feds
Danny Murphy
Eddie Plank
Bender
Ed Walsh
Nick Altrock
White Sox
Jiggs
Donohue
Frank Isbell
Donovan
Many Seek Upland Pitcher in Major League Bids
Five major league clubs have offered for Morgan the pitcher held by the Upland team of the Delaware County League. The bids reflect strong interest in a player built on win totals and a solid minor league record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan
Elusive Hubby Ends At Two Times A Day Rule
A humorous anecdote where a wife scolds her husband for arriving after midnight and he defends his rule to not come twice the same day. The tale reflects light domestic wit from a Boston Transcript source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Transcript
Present Victory Remains Anchored by Principles
The quote contrasts feelings and enduring principles, asserting that while emotions shift like light troops, steadfast ethics act as the steadfast troops of the line that remain unmoved by changing events. It emphasizes the durability of core values over transient sentiment.
Drawback of Idleness in Dr. Johnson’s View
A condensed quotation notes Dr. Johnson’s claim that business pressures beat idle days, and idleness breeds perpetual cravings and unsatisfying schemes. It frames work as the antidote to vacancy and luxury, contrasting steady effort with leisure’s unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Perforated Paper as Eye Aid Named by Dr Lesage
A doctor named M Lesage suggests a substitute for spectacles. If you forget your glasses, perforate a piece of paper with many holes and hold the reading matter at a distance to improve sight. The method is presented as relief for forgetful readers.
Sunflower Origins Traced to American Marigold Roots
The article notes the sunflower once known as solsecle or sun follower, identifying the ancient sunflower as the marigold. It states that tall sunflowers of today originate from American varieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solsecle
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Gilmore
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McGraw
Chas. Stern CO
Arnold Bennett
The
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M. Stern
M. G. Michael
G. A. Mell
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