Congo land riches and Hammond's mining career detailed
A historical profile describes John Hays Hammond leaving to manage Thomas Fortune Ryan's African concession. It notes vast territory, potential gold copper and iron, and wealth tied to Hammond's high salary and influence with Cecil Rhodes. It also covers his risks in exploration and early career in Transvaal and Rhodes connections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congo Free State
John Hays Hammond
Charg
Thomas Fortune Ryan
Ryan
Africa
Guegenheims
Hammond
Jameson
Johannesburg
Hammondsiid
Joseph Chamberlain
Kruger
Cecil
Transvaal
Rhodes
San Francisco
United States
Inventor Philip Brasher Receives Patent For Life Saving Air Bubble Device
The article details Philip Brasher’s patent on a device using compressed air to calm waves around a vessel, allowing life saving operations in storms. It explains how rising air bubbles dampen surface motion and describes a pilot setup near New York tunnels. Brasher, a Princeton graduate and former football star, is highlighted as the inventor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Brasher
Brasher
New York City
Princeton
Hero
Yale
Bates Warns Panama Canal Plan a Ridiculous Mistake
Lindon W Bates argues against a sea level canal at Panama. He notes Gatun dam height and location, cost already spent, and doubts about foundation and swamp terrain. Bates cites his global work on harbors, levees, and railroads to claim he has delivered results in many regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lindon W. Bates
Panama
Bates
Taft
War Department
High Gatun
Gatun
Mr. Bates
Russia
United States
India
China
Australia
Galveston
Vermont
Chicago
Yale
Far West
Four
World
Alfred Farlow Emerges as Christian Science Leader in Boston
Alfred Farlow, a prominent Christian Science figure in Boston and plaintiff in a suit over Mrs. Mary Baker Eddy's estate, rose from Knoxville clerk to publicity agent and president of the mother church. His early career included a Knoxville grocery, teaching, and small businesses before moving to Boston to study with Mrs. Eddy and lead the Mission Church of Christian Science in Kansas City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Farlow
Christian Science Church
Boston
George W. Glover
Mary Baker Glover Eddy
Knoxville
Farlow
Christian Science Organization
Alfred
Lutheran College
Maqnon, T
Beatrice
Nebre
Isted
Lal Enterprises
Yeang Farlow
Eddy
West Andes
Kansas City
Sion
Church of Christian Science
Mrs. Eddy
Coal regions spawn star baseball players from mines
The article traces Pennsylvania coal towns producing top players like Hughey Jennings and Hans Wagner. It recalls Wagner’s mining days in Carnegie and his rise to national prominence, with quotes from National League president Harry Pulliam about Wagner’s debut in Louisville and his early fan favorites.
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Pennsylvania
Hughey Jennings
Detroit
Hughey
Mossup
Scranton
Bill Coughlin
Buck Freeman
Wilkesbarre
O'Neill Brothers
Mordecai Brown
Chicago Nationals
Hans Wagner
Larry Lajoie
Wagner
Carnegie
Louisville
Harry Pulliam
National League
Haas
Hans
Ers
Louise
Griffith Keeps Highlanders Ties With Montreal Club
The article notes manager Clark Griffith securing Montreal players from the New York Highlanders. Frank Farrell owns most Montreal stock, while Griffith Willie Keeler and Mal Treddige hold shares and back the club. Rumor says Keeler may move to manage Montreal when he retires from playing in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffith
Clark Griffith
Montreal
New York Highlanders
Frank Farrel
Willie Keeler
Mal Kittredge
Highlanders
Wisconsin Rowing Regatta Plans and Coach Ten Eyck View
University of Wisconsin students pledge $1,000 toward the crew fund securing the western regatta on Lake Mendota. E H Ten Eyck, the new coach, pushes early outdoor training while emphasizing balanced crews, unity, and the value of size mix with equal stroke power for a strong Wisconsin showing on the Hudson this spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Wisconsin
Lake Mendota
Syracuse
Wisconsin
Hudson
E. H. Ten Eyck
Yahara
Ten Eyck
Badger
Parrot’s Profanity Prompts Moral Dilemma at Home
A mother confronts a swearing parrot bought with guarantees of clean speech. The bird escalates its vocabulary, prompting the family to consider giving it away. Young Johnny deflects blame with a comic quip, saying he’s teaching it what not to say.
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Johny
Johnny
Poll
N. Y
As Others See Us on Conversational Etiquette
An exchange from Life recounts a foreigner describing American social behavior. He says in mixed company women discuss cooks and dresses while men talk about automobiles and money, highlighting gendered conversation themes.
Sailor Uncle Brings Bark From Old Sea Dog Quip
In a Cincinnati Enquirer comic panel, Bobby quizzes his sailor uncle about being an old sea dog and the uncle confirms the nickname with a playful bark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobby
Cincinnati Enquirer
Long pause between hot sodas sparks a midnight stroll
In a quoted scene, a pair on a park bench discuss a playful line about the wives of governors of North and South Carolina. The exchange ends with a shiver and a plan to head to the nearest drug store, as Freddie judges the moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preddie
North Carolina
South Carolina
Precious
Freddie
The Modern Shylock
A garbled exchange shows a grouchy customer disputing a weigh item with a grocer. The dialogue shifts to a judge’s remark about unfinished business as a seller refuses to wrap a thumbed weight for dog meat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Cc
G.c
Stung Benevolent Gentleman Dialog
A boy asks for a shilling claiming his father is jailed. The man discovers the father is a regularly employed plumber and the boy explains the jail sentence occurred while repairing a water pipe.
A Belated Acquaintance Notation
A brief note from Royal Magazine recalls meeting and marrying the narrator’s spouse within a short period. The speaker reflects on forming a life together after only three months of acquaintance and another three months before marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benedict
Benedmine
Royal Magazine
Jet
No Chance For Kick Owl-Twins Puck Quip
Satirical quip about couples and cost of living with lines echoing romantic rivalry. The brief humor mentions two living as cheaply as one and plays on owl and stork motifs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cupid
Puck
Peace at Any Price and Burglary Dialogue Snippet
Excerpted lines show a satirical exchange about crime and safety in a magazine piece. The dialogue contrasts threats of robbery with domestic parody, mentioning a sleepy father and a reference to saving effort in coal ash sifting.
Draper Shop Sidewalk Exchange Over Genuine Color
In a playful exchange a lady tests a shop assistant about color authenticity. The assistant compares the shade to a cheek rose, prompting another sample request from the curious customer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Draper’s
Slow Pay Among Patients Cited in Utica Observer
A fragment from the Utica Observer notes patients who are described as victims of a vaccination and questions the nature of the bill. A druggist questions the lack of money, while a physician comments on patients lacking earthly use for money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utica
Accommodations at the Theater Revealed in Witty Exchange
A Royal Magazine snippet recalls a theater scene where a doorkeeper denies a shared ticket. The swain insists one chair can hold both, prompting Liza to blush as they slip inside together. The vignette captures playful romance and social habits of the era.
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Liza
Royal Magazine
RATTLED INTO AN APOLOGY Brooklyn Life excerpt
In Brooklyn Life a brief exchange shows one party pressing for reconciliation after an air of doubt. The speaker admits misled another about reconsidering a decision and prompts an apology.
Bowman Winds Up Wrist Exercise Practice
In the Chicago Journal, Bowman is seen practicing a rigorous wrist movement for several hours this morning. His effort is noted as preparations while his wife takes on domestic tasks before he heads to work.
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Bowman
Chicago Journal
Where the Shoe Pinches First Magnate
Life notes the difficulty of addressing poverty with two magnate viewpoints. The first magnate says the problem is hard, while the second calls it most difficult. It is easy to take money from the poor but ruinous to give it back.
Progress in Trades as Judge Notes Shifts in City
Blacksmiths forge ahead while money lenders advance daily and real estate men gain ground. Gamblers get the upper hand as tailors press forward, according to the judge.
A Cunning Man and Undying Love Sketches
A Royal Magazine style exchange shows a cunning man pressed to stay home on a wet morning and a lover denying fatal devotion. The dialogue contrasts duty and secrecy with a parlor romance marked by a confident claim of undying love.
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Mrs. Younghusband
George
Royal Magazine
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