No Bible in Washington Post Office Sparks Query
The Washington Star notes that the city post office lacked a copy of the Bible, prompting Postmaster Chance to request one for a pamphlet with quoted passages. The absence embarrassed officials and raised questions about Bible availability in government offices.
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Washington City
Chance
Washington Star
Remembering seed gifts and silk shirts in politics
Senator Sorghum recalls past generosity of garden seeds for constituents while noting modern demands for luxury goods like silk shirts and phonograph records. The dialogue contrasts frugal, inexpensive days with current expectations in political gifts.
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Senator Sorghum
Thirteenth Century Reigate Crypt Found During Garage Foundations
Workmen uncover a medieval crypt beneath a Reigate garage site once known as the Cwlde Market Place. The 13th century dungeon, used by manor lords, is being cleared and will open to the public after restoration. Lord Ashcombe and Lord Farrer are among those invited to the opening ceremony.
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Reigate
Cwlde
Lord Ashcombe
Lord Farrer
London Times
Valuable Fish Oil From Menhaden Oil Yields Big Output
United States Fisheries Bureau reports high value in menhaden oil used for fertilizer and fuel. Last year fish oil production reached 3,676,454 gallons, surpassing whale oil at 3,073,574 gallons. Herring oil produced 380,379 gallons, cod liver oil 196,108 gallons, and other marine oils including shark liver oil totaled 1,060,322 gallons.
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United States Fisheries Bureau
Making Him Jealous
A woman plans to make a regular suitor jealous by pretending to discuss an old flame over the phone as he arrives. The ruse unfolds with careful timing until the phone rings just as she declares it is over, creating a tense moment in a Chicago Tribune anecdote.
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Chicago Tribune
Maid o' the Mist Gladiolus Discovered in Victoria Falls
In South Africa near Victoria Falls researchers report a new gladiolus named Maid o the Mist. Four bulbs sent to England sprouted in a spray chamber where petals form a protective penthouse shielding stamens and pistils from ceaseless rain in the plant’s native habitat.
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Victoria Falls
South Africa
England
Why Wilde Played the Fool
Oscar Wilde's America lecture tour drew wide interest for his fame and his distinctive dress. The article notes his black velvet suit with knee breeches, silk stockings, curled hair, and a rare flower in his buttonhole. It claims his striking costume helped sell his manuscripts after initial publication challenges.
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Oscar Wilde
America
Wilde
Mark Stuyvesant
Cleveland Plain Dealer
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