Redeeming Himself A Hero Engineer Saved Passengers in Fire
August Sieg, an engineer for the Pennsylvania Railroad, sacrificed himself to save ten crowded passengers after smoke swept into the rear door of a Jersey Ferry bound train. He sprang from the engine cab amid flames and perished amid the wreck as passengers escaped near the Drever Bridge.
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Century Magazine
August Sieg
Pennsylvania Railroad
Jersey Pesse
Dacken- Trosent
Sab
Steg
Buyns
Torture Charges Narrowly Reported in Spain Trial
A Spanish war crimes trial centers on alleged torture by officials described as Phumbecrews authorities. A gendarme corporal and sergeant were arrested at Bar as prisoners face accusations of mistreatment during the conflict.
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Spain
Wren
Notas
Bar
London cyclist Minting navigates spiral on front wheel
A. H. Minting of London ascends and descends a spiral on a bicycle using the front wheel, showcasing daring balance.
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A. H. Minting
London
Bank of England Doors Easily Closed by Desk Knob
Odd historical note describes Bank of England public entrance doors so finely balanced that a clerk can close them instantly by pressing a knob under his desk. Also offered advice on sewing and marriage, noting high demand for plain sewing and warning against staking happiness on a maid.
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Bank of England
The Great Battle Off Santiago A Triumph of American Fleet
The 1898 sea clash off Santiago sees Cervera's squadron trapped by Admiral Schley's blockading force. The Brooklyn and Oregon lead a daring pursuit, destroying the Spanish ships Vizcaya Colon and more, with heavy losses to Spain and rescue of survivors. The victory cements the valor of the U S Navy in a pivotal naval engagement.
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Caribbean
Santiago
Cervera
Reaveey
Jane
Cheoemianece
Westaizain
Spain
Dick Wainwright
Union
Admiral Dewey
Manila
Sebley
Morro
Socapa
Schley
Sampson
Santiags
Castile
Massachusetts
Indiana
Guantanamo
Taylor
Gloucester
Lusregerd
Siboney
Brooklyn
Commodore Schrey
Captain Cook
Mr. Hodgson
Teresa
Texas
Oregon
Wainwright
Maine
Havana Harbor
Vizcaya
Cristobal Colon
Clark
Towa
Colon
Ovrereon
Vigeaya
Iowa
Offeer
New
New York
Bob’ Evans
Evans
Paralel
How Indians Swear Piously in a Mock Religion
An old piece describes a “swearing god” in a Native American tribe used as a pious shield for crude language. It notes the idol’s pedestal display in living rooms and how anger makes speakers uncork blunt terms, contrasting civilized cruelty with ritualized bluster.
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Ome
Bitters Promote Health and Strong Digestion
An old advertisement extols bitters as a cure for weak digestion and beauty concerns. It claims a healthy stomach is essential to beauty and links digestive strength to overall vigor, noting stamp tax on bottles and widespread use.
Wisdom Induced by Experience
Messenger reports a birthday gift from Wederly's wife sent via a package. The scene centers on a desk purchase once the delivery bill is left.
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Messenger
Wederly
Congo decree for rubber protection plants trees per ton
The Congo Free State government acts to curb rubber overexploitation by requiring that for every ton of rubber produced annually at least 150 trees be planted. This environmental mandate targets preserving India rubber trees in the province and signals measures against deforestation.
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Congo Free State
Chautauqua Lake Excursion by Nickel Plate Road
Tickets go on sale in July for a return trip to the Chautauqua Lake resort aboard a Nickel Plate Line excursion. Travel features include fast daily trains, palace sleeping cars, superb dining service, and reduced rates available until August 20. Avemis offers details on equipment and service.
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Chautauqua Lake
Nickel Plate Road
Palace Sleeping Rats
Ask Avemis
Which Is the Better Half
In Norway married couples may travel for the price of a tare and a half. The quirky fare arrangement underscores a lighthearted look at budget travel and social norms in Scandinavian life.
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Norway
Hood's Sarsaparilla touted as universal tonic
An ad claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures fatigue aches and ailing bodies by purifying blood and reactivating organs. It targets overworked anxious readers of all ages with promises of renewed vitality and health.
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Hood
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Mingent
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Admiral Sampson
India
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Carrfornia Fig Syrup Co
Ban Francisco
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Louisville
New York, N
Porto Rico
Porto Rico Bureau of Information
San Juan
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Pensions
Pont, Washington
Fact Chemical Co
Miwaukee
Wis
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