Duplomatic intrigue on Aden and Perlis Island tale
Fragmented OCR recounts a 19th century incident near Aden and Perlis Island involving French and British squadrons. It describes an attempted feint to seize Perlis Island during a tense standoff, with a dinner interrupted by news of a French occupation, and a confused pursuit near the Red Sea. The piece also notes a ceremonial festival in Athens celebrating Minerva with elaborate procession and machinery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yhleh
Sokotra
Bn Patte
Webber
Alen
Iriel
Perl
Wapol-Mandeh
Wilout
Luc
Aden
Belmg
Bich
Splris
Parim
Fordiarowel
Armueh
Perlis Ieland
Polatineut
Tims
Minerva
Athens
Minervm
Ardere
Tve Ponrale
Birthday of Robert E Lee Marks Newport News Customs Office Closures
The Treasury Department authorized Newport News collector of customs to close on Robert E Lee's birthday, noting the nation’s Civil War era reverence. The order, issued with limited public warning, marks one of the rare occasions a federal office has paused since the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport News
Jain
Washington
United States
Met
South
Chile
Mason An Dixon
Rustoma
Newport Newa
Vale
University
Robert B. Lee
Destruction of the Green Diamond and Tragic Theft
A historic diamond valued around 200000 is said to have been possessed by Ali Tastit who wore a green purse when wounded by an assassin. A plot unfolds involving poisoning, a murder order, and the gem's complete destruction, ending a famed jewel’s era.
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Ali Tastit
India
Ivan
Anglia
Mortality Gaps Between Country Folk and City Dwellers
Dr Charles Howe, head of New York City Department of Health disease division, notes higher mortality among rural residents than urban poor. He cites reluctance to seek sanitation improvements in country areas while city dwellers invest in health measures. He predicts better rural health ahead as awareness grows.
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Ciey
Hows
Vindicated. Suspicion and a veiled confession unfold
A tense exchange unfolds as characters discuss a bowing woman and a potential guilt. John seeks to reassure Aira Wlagekin, promising to have her dress ready by Monday. The scene hints at hidden motives and a planned meeting in the near future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seito
John
Aira
Wlagekin
Wood's Cereal Sale of Farinaceous Products
Wood's Fulton Market announces a twice yearly cereal sale offering discounted prices on flour cereals and breakfast foods. The notice lists numerous items with bulk and package prices and stresses cash buyers, delivery limits, and two advertised sale days. It notes limited quantities, local delivery constraints, and calendar offers from Avme Milling Co.
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Graton
Schumacher
Avena
California
F.S. Farina
Gary Joe Pettivehn
Joe
Ike S
MUG ‘Avme Milling
Rheumatism Cured in a Day Claims by Dr Detchon
An advertisement touts Dr. Detchon’s Rheumatism and Neuralgia remedy as rapidly curing rheumatism in one day and removing the disease’s cause. It claims immediate relief, lists prices as seven cents and one dollar, and urges buyers to visit J. Stone at 206 First Avenue to be convinced the business is serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detchon
Durham Drug Co
Xunstone
Euah
J. Stone
Buffalo
Revision of the Vulgate Abbot Gasquet Lecture
Abbot Gasquet lectured in Rome on the revision of Jerome's Latin Bible. He traced the project from the fourth to the sixteenth centuries, outlining sources in European libraries, manuscript comparisons, and a final review of Jerome's text, with photographs of ancient manuscripts.
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Gasquet Leotiredt
Rome
Bohool
Lauding Archaeologiste
Caxanet
Sir Jérome
Europe
Bibleo
J. Plamont Merroun
Porto Rico Coffee Surges Losses and Policy Clash
Port of Rico coffee markets falter abroad while U S policy battles Brazil in the market. An insistent plea for better trade and wartime industry support surfaces as officials discuss production, quotas, and price controls.
Canada Naval Program Praise by London Press
London presses warmly applaud Canada’s naval strategy as Premier Laurier’s plan is discussed. Opposition leader Bearden challenges the policy, while Times editorials weigh Sir Wilfrid Laurier’s leadership against domestic sentiment and Britain’s broader security goals.
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London
Far
Laurier
Mr. Bearden
Times
Wilfrid Aurion
Orden
Lowry
Homme
Great Britain
Socialist Demonstrations Demand Secret Direct Balloting
Socialists across Berlin held Sunday demonstrations in favor of universal direct secret suffrage replacing the old system. About sixty-five meetings occurred at various locations, all orderly under the Leader's guidance. Police, though present in large numbers, remained out of sight as crowds expressed support.
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Prasafa
Horlin
Jan
Rasils
Fragmentary church offering plea from a traveler in Philadelphia
A disjointed old text shows a traveler asking for a dollar offering at a Sunday church service. The speaker laments absence, mentions coinage, a local box, and a brief note about a collection for foreign minors. The passage ends with a reference to a Philadelphia lodger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom
Three Men Killed by Nitro Explosive Blast at Brands Ferry
Three men died when a nitro glycerine magazine exploded at Brands Ferry near Franklin, Pa. A house across the river suffered total destruction, and several others were injured. Names connected to Brandons Ferry and nearby City residents were reported among the casualties.
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Heanklin
Jin
Brands Ferry
Ailemlong
Jacob Grong
Ol City
Peter Jennings
Brune Dons Ferry
John Jennings
Peter
Brandons Fyre
Cates
Hyomei advertised remedy for catarrh and throat relief
An early 1900s advertisement extols Hyomei as a cure for catarrh deafness bronchial trouble and sore throat. It touts a complete inhaler outfit for 41.00 plus extra bottles and claims rapid relief and broader uses including indigestion and digestion aids with bold customer testimonials.
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E. A Solan
H Street
Fredericksburg
Marcy
Hyomet
Drigglabe
Corry
N. Armes
Jiyat
That Place Needs a Pleturs and Plumbing Ad Note
A fragmented 19th century advertisement fragment shows Howlett Brothers Soap Company of Dayton Ohio offering plumbing and tinning services. The notice mentions a trade shop near a drugstore on Washington Street and telephone contact Guy E Rogers Bell 140. It references sulfur for a “Sweemat wlaLup” and a daily work routine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tig Howlett Brothers Soap Company
Dayton
Ohi
Unie
Thule
Hatesis
Conter Ariel Washington
Guy E
Rogere
Bell Phone
Bowman's Patent Medicines Advert Ailments Cured
An old time newspaper ad touts Bowmans White Pine Cough Syrup curing coughs and consumption when used promptly. It sells Bromide cold cures, Kidney and Buckach remedies, Tasteless Castor Oil, and Bowmans Eureka Blood Tonic with prices per bottle or box. The copy mixes medical claims with promotional language.
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Bowman
McOld
Bowe Nun
Eureka
Sole Corry Gent Sells Medicines Direct From Makers
A terse ad style note from a trader claiming sole rights to goods and offering flu medicines in bulk at varied prices with direct-from-manufacturer sourcing and quick turnover, while criticizing competitors for poor quality.
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Arabian Coast
Lee
Bears
Mintral
FucSingle Siguarre
Caroula
Iara
T. Wood
Fulton Market
FUR Sale
Alfred L. Pezold
Main St. Furrier ‘Kis
Porto Rico
Stowers
Brazil
Dickinson
Porta Sea
Arlineer
Charence R. Edwandy
Jefferson Tt
Keanl
Porto Felco
Rigas
Tata
the United
Gorutayo
Canada
Naval Program
Catarah
N.F. Ames & Co
E. A. Satan
Deng
Anson C. Greenlee
Sophia E.greenlee
Nearment Osteopathic Physielios
Honesetters
Graduaton
Andrew Taylor Stil
Kirkwville
Minnouri
Ajax Bldg
Wright St
Union
AO. A
Pennsylvania
C. J.wood
Fulton Market Med Front
Main Street
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