High Tide Variations At Panama And Bay Of Fundy
The article explains tides differ by 18 feet at Panama due to the Bay of Panama’s funnel shaped shore line. As the Pacific tide enters the bay it climbs to 10 feet above average level, then drops 10 feet below as it exits, a 20 foot range. A similar rise is seen in the Bay of Fundy. the Atlantic Zone shows only about two feet.
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Panama
Atlantic
Pacific
Bay of
Bay of Fundy
Adventure Magazine
Earliest Runes and Their Norse Origins
The text describes runes as early Teutonic writing used across Norway Sweden Denmark Germany and parts of England with origin and spread uncertain. It notes runes as used on weapons monuments and stones and ties them to Odin in Norse belief in heathen worship.
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Teutonic Rices
Europe
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Beleleplowei Construction Delayed in Bellifower District
A late addition to the district’s tenure project starts amid cost concerns and delays. Officials in Lancaster report the plan will be built under new budget constraints and timelines.
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Beleleplowei
Con- Lancaster
Tenens
Toe Tan
Mlodm Bellifower District
Water Dogs Debate Life Power And Dinner Plans
A dialogic piece portrays Mr. and Mrs. Water Dog arguing about life power and the ability of water dogs to live on land or in water. The tale centers on whether to take children or dinner. Mrs. Water Dog prefers food, while Mr. Water Dog teases about thinking of boys and girls in mind, with a closing note about longevity and resilience.
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Mr. Water Dog
Mrs. Water Dog
Water Dog
Elvis
Mrs Water Dog
Western Newspaper Union
Shell Drilling Well on Ducker Range
The Shell company reports a drilling operation underway on the Ducker range amid ongoing extraction efforts. No injuries or delays are noted, with crews focusing on resource assessment and site safety.
Palm Avenue Paving Contract Awarded
Sebas Papol awarded contract to pave Palm Avenue for $216.28 after bidding.
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Sebaspapol
Palm Avenue
Tibetan Marriage Rules and Women’s Dominance
An excerpt from a British paper via the Atlanta Constitution describes Tibetan marriage customs where the eldest brother holds the right to marry, brides may be shared among brothers, and the wife governs the household. The bride is barricaded at home, a scarf signals surrender, and the mother of the groom provides treats as ceremonies begin. The Tibetan woman heads the home. men must hand over earnings and seek permission for money.
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Tibet
Atlanta Constitution
Woodle
Houdini Ropework Falls Short of Efficient Boss
A sarcastic Irish company president toys with a new efficiency expert who keeps stalling, citing a string of refusals to meet. The boss compares the man’s delays to Houdini escaping, then urges the executive to stop claiming extreme efficiency and to meet soon.
Depew and Evarts Duel Over Long Sentences at Dinner
In a tale from The Sunli¢e fours Evarts scores on Depew during a dinner dispute. Depew balks at lengthy remarks and demands, Mr Chairman, are we to sit and listen to such sentences all night. Evarts responds that Depew joined criminals in deploring long sentences.
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Theodore A. Cook
Chauncey Depew
William Ivaris
Evarts
Tivarts
Nonbh
Narragansett Pier
Depew
Ears on the Increase Among Generations
A prominent ear specialist reports measurements showing ears tend to grow larger with each generation. He cites increased sound exposure in urban life and growing demands on hearing as the cause.
Early American Silverwork Predates Independence
The article notes that American silvercraft existed before 1776 with skilled designers still seen today. It cites Daniel Henchman advertising in 1773 for large and small plate work and mentions Tacobus Van der Spiegel and Garrett Onclebagh as New York banding experts. A chalice by Jacob Boelen from 1682 is linked to the First Reformed Dutch Church of Kingston.
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America
Daniel Henchman
Poston
Tacobus van der Spiegel
Garrett Onclebagh
New York
First Reformed Dutch Church
Kingston, N. Y
Jacob Boelen
Hawaiian Legend of Pele Driven to Kauai Mountains
Native Hawaiian tale says fire goddess Pele once lived on Kauai. The water god forced her from a western home, sending her to rule the two mountains she now dominates. The legend likely echoes a time of active volcanoes on Kauai.
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Hawaiian Islands
Pele
Hawaii
Kauai
Kaualt
Dangers of Small-Quantity Iodine Purchases Noted
A warning warns that buying iodine in tiny amounts can be dangerous as alcohol evaporates during storage, concentrating the tincture and greatly increasing potency thus raising risk.
Silk A Chinese Textile Buried Earth For A Year
A raw silk fabric described as silk A can be buried in the earth for twelve months without deterioration. The claim highlights exceptional durability of silk A as a textile material.
Past Presidents of Corona Woman's Club Highlight 1920s Roles
The article recounts past Corona Woman's Improvement Club leaders from 1922 to 1926, noting 1923-24 dues increase, 1925-26 furniture purchase, and personal reminiscences. It also covers formation of a past presidents club, planned annual meetings, and associate members from other clubs plus sympathy for ill member Mrs. W N Jameson.
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Elmo Hough
Howard Glass
Cuthbert Gully
IF. E. Snidecor
Oenna
F. J. Mueller
F. E. Smidecor
R. R. Root
C. Gully
Corona Woman's Improvement Club
W. S. Davis
Pathfinder’s Club
Compton
A. C. Wroot
Woman's Club
Williams
Arizona
Em. F. Rindenberger
Woman's Club of
Winhes
Sacramento Post Office Ad Promotes Insurance Service
An early 20th century notice advertises insured property during vacations, promising coverage from major American companies at savings. It credits Elzie Veach and mentions Sacramento and a new post office project in the city.
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Elzie Veach
Sacramento
Beepee
Northwestern Pacific builds ferry slips at Tiburon
The Northwestern Pacific Railroad Company advances construction of new ferry slips in Tiburon, Mill Valley area, aiming to improve ferry service infrastructure along the harbor route.
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Mill Valley
Northwestern Pacific Railroad Company
Tiburon
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