How Apple Seeds Spread Across America
A Boston Ten- Centennial News piece recalls Puritan governor in Massachusetts Bay introducing apples to the colonies. Johnny Appleseed spread seeds as settlers moved west, shaping New England fruit and cider production with mills operative in the early season.
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Naval Batteries in World War I Railhouse Gun Units
The United States navy deployed fifty caliber 14 inch naval rifles mounted on specially designed railway cars. Each of five batteries formed a self-contained train of 15 cars including gun, sand, fuel, kitchen, ammunition, berthing, headquarters and workshop cars.
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Lawrence family fortunes shift during California gold rush
The Boston Lawrences drift from a 4000 acre ranch to a small Clippersville home as Phil works in iron, Gail ponders library life, Edith sells books, and Ariel causes concern. Gail tours with Van while Ariel sneaks joy rides and a raccoon coated man is seen aiding her. Gail fears the changing fate of the family.
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Gala Day in Clippersville and a Dream of Van
Gail recalls a high society day with Van Murchison in Clippersville and Chinatown, savoring luxury and freedom. She worries about her sister Ariel and brother Phil as gossip swirls around their social circle, while her own future with Van feels both thrilling and fragile.
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New York Hosts Majority of Tall Buildings in Nation
Report notes about 400 structures in the country rising over 20 stories, with roughly half located in New York City. The observation highlights the city's dominance in high rise development and urban density.
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Shop Talk and the Art of Conversation in Society
After World War I and the Jazz era, conversation evolves from shop talk to broad, impersonal discourse. The piece notes the charm of professional chatter and the later stage where dialogue embraces all human experience, calling for learned interpretation of America for Europe.
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Americans to Restore Mayan City of Copan
The ancient Mayan city of Copan in Honduras will be restored with work starting immediately. The Carnegie Institution of Washington will lead the project in cooperation with the Honduran government, reviving Copan once a major cultural center known for its astronomy stone.
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All Have Weakness Harped On Not Everyone Sees Fluently
A reflective line notes that every man carries a fault and dislikes dwelling on it, suggesting restraint in exposing personal flaws. The statement frames weakness as common yet sensitive to discuss openly.
Milnesia Wafers Provide Quick Morning Headache Relief
Many women suffer morning headaches caused by body acidity. Milnesia Wafers neutralize excess acids triggering indigestion and heartburn. Each full adult dose. children a quarter to half wafer. Pleasant to take. Sold by druggists or send 20c to Select Products Inc. Long Island City, N Y.
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