First tests of Count Von Zeppelin airship impress crowds
In a floating shop near the lake the Zeppelin airship began its ascent after release of the hawsers. The craft, nearly 400 feet long and 33 feet wide, hovered and maneuvered against a ten mph wind, then descended smoothly. Germany aided the venture with funds and patents. The next test is scheduled in coming months.
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Count von Zeppelin
Count
von Zeppelin
Germany
von Heigsfeld
Aeronautical Department
Army
Stevenson Story Stirs Iowa Bar Banquet in Sioux City 1899
Adlai E Stevenson told a tale at a banquet of the Iowa State Bar Association in Sioux City on July 12 1899. He recalled a prohibition town in Maine where a man thirsted for whisky and sought it via a physician's prescription. The event occurred at the home of Mrs E S McCaughey with James O Crosby presiding as toastmaster.
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Adlai E. Stevenson
Democratic Party
Iowa State Bar Association
Sioux City
Stevenson
E. 8. McCaughey
James O. Crosby
Garnaville
Association
Maine
Adlai Stevenson tale and sunburn tips in old column
A fragmented reminiscence about Adlai Stevenson and a thirsting man ends with a joke about snakes and a prescription. The piece shifts to country vacations causing sunburns and freckles with home remedies and cautions against risky treatments. It also comments on insular views of trade and outsiders.
Potato Poison Solanin Found in Potatoes
Experiments show solanin, a poison in potatoes. New potatoes have little unless they grow above ground with green skin. Old potatoes store more solanin and have caused poisoning, notably among German troops in 1892 and 1893.
Sunburn and Freckles What Causes Tans and Burns
The article explains sun exposure leads to tanning or freckles, noting both are caused by chemical or ultraviolet rays. It suggests heat may contribute to sunburn and that tanning can occur gradually from brief exposures to sun or strong winds, which can also cause tanning.
Ruskin ideals in China’s garden empire
Archibald Little argues before the Liverpool Geographical Society that Ruskin’s economic ideals partly realized in China. He notes sanitation and unpolluted streams, with extensive small-scale mining discouraged by officials. The state envisions a country of small proprietors self sufficing with each family producing necessities.
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Archibald Little
Liverpool Geographical Society
Ruskin
China
Dark Hypothetical Alcohol Tale From a Vicar
A Londoner tale recalls a vain attempt to illustrate risk by analogy. A parishioner, drunk, is confronted by a dignified priest who asks what he would say if the clergyman appeared hopelessly intoxicated in public. The offender responds he would reveal nothing.
Our Leisure Class Titles Debate in Philadelphia Press
A sharp exchange unfolds over social labels with phrases like Hobo Weary Willie Dusty Roads cited in a Philadelphia Press debate about class titles and proper address, highlighting tensions between pretension and street names.
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Sayvan de Livius
Sharpe
Willie
Philadelphia Press
Russia's New Calendar Promises 13 Months of 28 Days
An article notes Russia may adopt a calendar with thirteen months of twenty eight days each. It highlights perceived stability as a key feature, drawing a parallel to Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy. It advises buyers to obtain the genuine product.
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Russia
Morning Paper Fueled Dining Routine Joke
A quip from the Indianapolis Journal notes David delays breakfast until he reads the morning paper. The joke suggests he seeks dismal news to discuss during meals.
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David
Indianapolis Journal
Best for the Bowels by Cascarets Candy Cathartic
Advertisement touts Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a cure for illnesses from headaches to cancer by cleansing the bowels. Claims easy natural movements and a 10 cent start, with genuine tablets stamped C C C in metal boxes and warns against imitations.
Prosaic Reasons
A brief quotation exchange from the Indianapolis Press discussing a woman returning to her mother due to hunger rather than disillusion. The exchange contrasts sorrowful ideals with a practical explanation for the woman’s decision to return home.
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Indianapolis Press
Paris Exposition Delights With American Exhibit
In a Chicago Tribune excerpt the most entertaining display at the Paris exhibition appears to be the American show, especially a husband’s exhibit that blends American and French elements and delights the crowds.
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Chicago Tribune
Mrs Winstow’s Soothing Syrup for Teething Relief
An old patent medicine notice advertises Mrs Winstow’s Soothing Syrup for teething children. Described benefits include calming gums reducing inflammation easing pain and curing windcolic. Sold in a 25 cent bottle.
Bottle taunt sparks cycling clash in Chicago tale
In Chicago News a rivalry heats as a winning cyclist drops bottles along the track to taunt his rival. Joe says Catchup marks the moment while Penn questions what was in the bottles.
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Joe
Penn
Chicago News
Kidney Troubles of Women and Mrs Pinkham’s Cure Letters
Isolated letters describe women seeking help for kidney and uterine symptoms. Mrs Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound is credited with restoring strength, reducing pain, normalizing menses, and easing exhaustion after prolonged illness. Testimonials from Miss Eona Frederick and Mrs Mary Baggs indicate dramatic improvements after use.
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