Boy in De Kalb builds bicycle with two legs missing
A 13 year old De Kalb Illinois boy with birth born limb differences balances a custom wheel built by a local bicycle maker. He uses one hand to steer and steel bars run from pedals to his short stumps. After six weeks training he rides a half mile in under three minutes and a mile in under five, aiming for four minutes. He can dismount unaided and handle the wheel, needing help only to mount.
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Ito
Io Arthas Recadbous
de Kalb
Ils
New York World
Nickname Burdens Ex President’s Grandson in Youth
The boy once called Baby McKee at the White House years ago is now nearly 12 and living in New York City. He loves baseball but endures constant nursery gifts and the nickname that still clings to him, blamed on newspaper writers.
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White House
Baby McKee
New York City
German Crown Prince’s Generous Gift Mystery
The Independence Belge recounts a tale of the German crown prince and his brother with their tutor at a hotel. After the tutor offers a money tip refused by the maid, the elder prince buys a pretty brooch for her, hoping a non monetary gift would be accepted. They stay incognito. the maid does not know the donor may one day be emperor of Germany.
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Germany
Chutes du Rhin
Rhinoceros and Giraffe Debate Ticket Purchase
Two animals discuss buying tickets for an event at St. Nicholas. The rhinoceros pushes for buying, while the giraffe questions the cost and value.
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Nicholas
Little King Alfonso XIII Learning Diplomacy
A humorous anecdote recalls young King Alfonso XIII of Spain reacting to news that his friend’s father was appointed ambassador in London by Canovas del Castillo. The child prince protests that he was not consulted, showing early awareness of royal prerogatives.
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Alfonso XIII
Spain
England
Alfonso
London
Canovas de Castillo
Little girl laments early bedtime despite catechism praise
A girl who has learned her catechism confesses disappointment that her days do not lengthen because she is put to bed at seven. She says she obeys the fifth commandment and honors her parents, yet her life seems short.
Porter the Cyclist Firefighter Aims at Bicycle Fire Unit
A NY Journal account describes Porter racing from bed to fire scene in seconds, donning trousers and sweater to reach a blaze. He assists in hose work, steers nozzles, and records each alarm to prove an underwriters style bicycle fire force could work.
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Porter
Evan
Fagg Jn
Howe
New York Journal
Odd Spokes Ambition and Global Cycling Notes
Clergymen are strong cycling defenders and promoters. William Van Wagoner designed a ten seated pacing machine. A New York maker offers 12000 toward a New York Philadelphia cycle path. Paris hosts a medical men bicycle club with leading physicians. An English engineer cites lubrication keeping chain loss near 1 percent. The American Cyclist notes 97 percent of U S wheelmen aren’t L A W members. Eight million wood rims used this year, mostly rock elm, with only 25 percent suitable for good time. Australian cyclists suffer from weed seeds puncturing tires in certain seasons.
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William van Wagoner
New York
Philadelphia
Paris
United States
Wheelmen Demand Felony for Bicycle Theft Across States
The Wheel urges lawmakers to elevate bicycle theft to a felony with prison terms to deter thefts. It argues courts excuse bike theft, while horse theft faces multi year prison sentences, asserting bicycles are valuable and easier to steal.
Rushing Hills Not Wise For Cyclists Opinion
The New York Tribune notes riders should avoid racing up steep hills. It cites hesitation at the base, the risk of quitting mid climb, and suggests that seasoned cyclists prefer a steady climb over a headlong rush.
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New York Tribune
Missing the Pedals Says Irish Cyclist
An Irish cyclist advises riders to sit back on the saddle when descending fast to avoid pedal misses. He suggests adjusting tilt for ease, using a short stretch, and keeping little weight on the pedals as most misses occur from leaning on them. The emphasis is to shift weight onto the saddle.
Short Skirts Replace Bloomers in Bicycle Fashion
Paris dealers report knickerbockers largely abandoned for the short skirted costume. The Chicago Times-Herald notes the plain five gored skirt with varied trim as the prevailing style among cyclists.
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Paris
Chicago Times-Herald
Maxim arms European armies with armed tricycles
Hiram Maxim fitted a tricycle with two Maxim guns each 25 pounds and firing 600 rounds per minute. Each gun carriage holds 1,000 rounds. Maxim says he is supplying these armed tricycles to some European armies.
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Hiram Maxim
Maxim
Wheel
Balloon peril in Lexington as Professor Allen rescues by locals
Balloons ride over Andover Hagett's pond and Bedford before Lexington descent. Professor Allen, unconscious from gas, is saved by Sullivan, Rombough, and Lexington residents who rope the apple tree and bear ballast. Allen regains consciousness and is taken to a Lexington home.
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Professor Allen
North Common
Professor
Professor Walcott
Boston
Mr. Sullivan
Dr. Rombough
Lowell
Andover
Hagett’s Pond
Bedford
Lexington
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