Haalbek Ruins Under German Excavation and History
German archaeologists at Haalbek in Syria have spent four years clearing debris to expose the Acropolis temples and the great Temple of the Sun. The site features massive limestone blocks, a temple complex once tied to Apollo or Zeus, and later Christian and fortress use, now faded but still richly carved and vast in scale.
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Enat
Haalbek
Syrian
Inter Oat
Berlin
Coola-Syria
Vaal
Hiollopolla
Bukan
Antitibanon
Damascus
Bykan
Acropolis
Goda
Heliopolia
Antoninus
Jupiter
Alao
Cacchus
Ofacchus
Pauthea
T Bad Bud
Worknip
Raalbek
Trajan
Antoninus Pius
Apollo
Zeus
Helliopolla
Constantine
Timur
Syria
Paaibek
Hymn Sparks Awake Listeners in Havana Church
A Havana church service prompts unusual discussion on preaching and sleep. The article recalls past wardens smoking during sermons and notes a shift toward attentive listening as sermons end with a hopeful sentiment. It mentions a memorable morning with no one sleeping and reflects on the Savior’s presence.
Indian songs recorded for government archives
Geoffrey O'Hara, appointed by the Interior Department, begins phonograph work in New York with Blackfeet singers from Glacier National Park. Recordings will be archived to preserve traditional Indian music, as critics note one song describing a homeland love.
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Ashington
Geoffrey O'Hara
Interior Department
Washington
Indiana
New York City
Glacier National Park
Mont
Lane
New York
Mr. O'Hara
O'Hara
Mr O'Hara
Enat
Viert Glacier National Park
Arly
Thic
Thear
Glacier Park
Eg Top
Defendants in Court Demonstrate Innocence
Clerk read a disorderly conduct charge to Harry Johnson and Charles O Connor. The men, both deaf and dumb, gave no spoken answer but nodded guilty after the judge’s inquiry. Judge Pugh accepted personal bonds. the crowd's laughter ceased as the formality was completed.
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C. Harper
Harry Johnson
Charles O'Connor
Harper Nohed
Drennan
Brennos
Seventh Street
Why Mrs Townsend's Great Dane Was Lonesome
A Washington great Dane, gifted to Mrs Townsend by M Constantin Mrun, longs for his home language and companionship. Despite an opulent home and attentive care, the dog seeks French and Danish voices, visiting across the street and attracting guests with his lonely calls.
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Mrs. Townsend
Washington
M. Constantin Mrun
Denmark
Coquettiah Chow
Daniels Gathers Eggs and Cabinet Intrigue
A humorous tale from Washington in which Secretary Daniels keeps about ninety chicks at the country place, prompting Secretary of War Gianworyan to joke about sharing eggs. The piece also notes Julia Lathrop announcing infant bulletins to educate mothers on child care and science.
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Navy
Washington
Gianworyan
Hex
Mer. Daniels
Daniele Hae
Daniels
Government Departments
Wall plastering and art amusement in a curious note
A jumbled old text describes plastering a wall to hold a picture and mentions a wall that may not bear weight. The piece references London and a mix of technical terms about plastering and drying. The sentences show fragmented phrases and a humorous tone about the process.
Manager Was Wise Leads Tragic Mac Scene
Fragmentary dialogue hints at a theater scene with a manager recalling audience reaction. The lines mix boastful and cryptic remarks about paralysis of the audience and a perceived deception regarding a death. The text is incomplete and unclear about a full event or persons.
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Mac
Op Bee
Fragmentary Quote Sparks Classroom Gossip
Readable scraps show a teacher hears a morning remark about bands and washing burdens. The overheard line reflects schoolroom chatter and neighborly banter without clear names or exact event details.
Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Ad Fatally Flawed
An OCR fragment promotes Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound claiming safety and effectiveness for women. It mentions a vague scene with rubber on gates and a weak narrator, then urges writing to Lydia E. Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts for information or trial. The reading is garbled and lacks concrete events.
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Ford
Ala
Pinkham
Lydia BE. Pinkham
Lydia E.pinkham
Lynn
Mass
Observance of Colored Man Inspires Reflection
An official notices a military funeral on Pennsylvania Avenue and is asked if the dead soldier was of importance to him. A solemn elderly Black man questions whether mourning is due for a brave soldier, prompting the official to acknowledge the soldier’s bravery.
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Washington
Pennsylvania Avenue
Autocratic Englishmen and the global language edge
An English resident on the Arabian coast near Muscat admits he cannot speak Arabic, saying traders must adapt to English by the local beggars. The anecdote highlights perceived persistence of English as a world language due to locals learning it for business.
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Muscat
Persian Gulf
Arabian
Aden
Kowelt
Chinese Hair Bands Influence Fashion Among Chinese Women
Chinese hair bands gain popularity among Chinese women who are said to lead in suffrage and style. The bands are extensive, with blondes favoring floral backdrops and natural tones while brenetto displays pale grounds and simple designs.
More Than Ever Increased Capacity for Mental Labor
Former coffee drinkers report improved mental performance after switching to Postum. A woman names Li recalls severe coffee side effects and kidney trouble, while two weeks after changing to Postum she notes better kidney and bowel function, less despondency, and renewed energy for thinking and work.
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Angle
Beneft
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Yierior
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Fssip Saarshgton
Bryan
Uecle Ram
Julia Lathrop
Children’s Bureau
OF & Cories
Mise Lathrop
Sae
Lucy
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