Forcing Growth of Plants Through Electricity and Light
The article describes methods to accelerate plant growth using high tension electricity on treated seeds, electrical currents through overhead lines, and artificial light. Experiments in Essex and Dumfries show earlier germination and harvests, with cabbages and lettuce responding well while carrots resist. Flowers also bloom earlier and brighter under artificial light.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burnham-on-Crouch
Essex
England
Lincluden Mains
Dumfriesshire
Loath to Give Up Armor Despite Change Through History
The text traces armor development from logical wartime adjustments to a later era of decorative, impractical suits. It notes nobles clung to armor as a status symbol, giants of fashion, while captains opposed it. It also mentions the weight burden in late sixteenth century and the small museum-preserved modern man’s armor, especially leg and thigh pieces.
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Lanone
Henry VIII
Anthony of Burgundy
England
Continent
Dean
Mr. Barnett
John Barnett
Virginia Place
Buffalo
N. Y
Barnett
Doan
A. A. Wilcox
Com. of
Pity the Manicurist and Moral Warnings from Humboldt
A fragmentary item reflects a humorous note on listening to a manicurist’s chatter and a moral quip about human limitations. The snippet to be parsed hints at social commentary and a line about what a man can do with a dime but should avoid overdoing with others, attributed to Humboldt.
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Cam
Dimeel
Humboldt
Proposed Channel Tunnel linking Britain and France envisioned
The article details renewed push for a Dover Strait tunnel linking the British Isles to France with two tubes at depth, floodable sections, and electric traction. It notes historical proposals since 1802, wartime debates, likely cost around 100 million dollars, and aims for a seven year construction window under joint British French government oversight.
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Xris
America
Great Britain
Europe
English Channel
British Isles
France
Napoleon
Mathieu
Amiens
England
Straits of Dover
Mons
Marne
Bonar Law
Lloyd George
Paris
London
Straits of Deverle
Ia Pe
Sir Francis Fox
Far East
Near East
Petrograd
Rome
Vienna
Balkans
Channel
Theirattle Island
Thome de Gamond
Gnamonde
Channel Tunnel, Limited
French Submarine Railway
Sangatte
Continental Railway
Sir Edward Watkin
Southeastern Railway of England
Sir Edward
Dover
Lords and Commons
Cap Grisnes
Southeastern Railway
Channel Tunnel
Siice Lwt
Tment
Orbs
Keho de Paris
Ove
Proccis Vox
New York
Rance
Atlantic
Bleriot
John Bull
Britannia
New League
Calais
House of Commons
Onghind
Ialand
Strategista
Britain
Coloner
Straits of Gibraltar
Bast Ood
Qeeldent
Orient
Bosporus
Hering Strait
Colorado
Vast Siberia Described as Vast Open Land and Rivers
The article highlights Siberia as a vast, sparsely populated region with huge uninhabited areas. It notes mighty rivers mostly flowing to the Arctic, limited navigation, and steppes poised to become a world granary after the Trans Siberian railroad, amid wartime disruptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siberia
New York
Arctic Ocean
Ware
People’s Home Journal
Woman Recovers From Nervous Prostration with Pinkham Remedy
Mrs Prank FitzGeraup of Philadelphia credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing her years of nervous prostration and enabling her to resume housework. The letter urges other women suffering from nervousness backache and headaches to seek guidance from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co in Lynn Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ydial
Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Prank FitzGeraup
N. 41St Street
Wiest
Philadelphia
Lynn
Mass
George's father hires a chauffeur for college tutor
In a terse exchange the narrator notes George's father sent money to hire a tutor at college, then reveals the twist that a chauffeur was employed instead. The remark plays on expectations about education and means.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Lost pedigreed dog prompts frantic search
A trusted dog goes missing amid four prior losses in three weeks. Neighbors and owners appeal for sightings, sharing notes about the animal being pedigreed and highly valued.
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promises Kidney Relief
An advert alleges back pain, swollen limbs, and bladder trouble stem from kidney issues not female illness. It touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules as quick, sure relief with long use, claiming renewed vigor and health after completing the course. It warns against substitutes and notes import origin in Holland.
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Haarlem
Laborato
Boscem
Holland
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