Nation notes on world affairs and reforms
The piece surveys military expansion in the Turkish Empire and trade growth in Central Africa, detailing California’s citrus acreage, Brazil’s German colonies, and Japan’s school system. It discusses Russian passport controls, gender differences in pain tolerance, Rio Grande irrigation, and China’s rise of nationalism and Christian persecution alongside minority emigration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio Grande Do Sol
Sao Panto
Parana
81A
Catharina
Brazil
Sleep and salvation on God's Acre and a railroad tale
A lyrical meditation on heavenly guardians in God's Acre contrasts with a bridled romance between Nell and John Sanders. A fugitive note, a derailment rescue, and a near tragedy lead to forgiveness and an imminent marriage as the couple reconciles after Nellie survives a plunge and a cattle guard accident.
Just Vat of Quail Tramp Refuses Free Chowder
In a downtown Detroit cafe yesterday a man described as not an ordinary tramp asked for lunch. The kindly proprietor offered ten gallons of chowder but the tramp declined, saying he was out of quail. He left with his partner, walking away from the doorway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sanders
Oscar
Nelly
Abe
Qacar
Nell
John
Sho
Leurst
Nfo
Detroit
Unclear Fragment Reported in Ludlanupolis Journal
The fragment cites Sommy Figg and Mr. Watthay with a remark about great men’s sons, described as not doing any good. The line hints at a failed diplomatic response by Mr. Foge, all from an 19th century style Ludlanupolis Journal excerpt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sommy Figg
Watthay
Foge
Ludlanupolis
Atanta Journal
Homing Pigeons And Their Uses In War And Peace
A condensed article discusses training homing pigeons from Belgium, their speed about 75 miles per hour, and methods to drill young birds toward fixed directions. It notes risks like distractions and weather effects, cites historical use, and mentions decline due to telegraph and heliograph advances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
Europe
Antwerp
France
Europa
England
Harpers Weekly
Curious but true presentiments and odd notes from a Pennsyl vania jurist
A Pennsylvania jurist recalls a Sunday in May 1863 when Mrs Lansford L Chapman fell ill during church in Mauch Chunk and exclaimed that the Major had been killed in battle. He fell at Chancellorsville as General Geary marked his spot, a tale noted in Harper's Young People. The piece also covers honey as a beneficial diet and various curiosities about brains and odd anecdotes, including a Chicago grain speculator and a daughter's diamond demand ending in a lucky twist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Lansford l
Chapman
Virginia
Twenty-eighth
Pennsylvania Infantry
Mauch Chunk
Chancallersville
Geary
Harper
Tio
Chicago
Velvet Ribbon and Headdresses in Ladies Fashion
Text discusses velvet ribbon used as garment trim in diverse widths, diagonal front placements, and mixed with gimps. It notes the Russian kokoshnik headdress with pearls and stones as a possible, yet heavy, fashion, plus Parisian interest for national pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bebe
Chicago Post
New York Press
Evening fashions in New York a stylish society theme
The article discusses the era’s dinner party charm and women’s social ascendancy, noting fashion trends for evening wear. It highlights jewelry, embroidery, and hair adornments, with details on coifs, flowers, lace bodices, and jacquard fabrics. It also mentions mothers dressing children and cape styles returning with feathered collars.
Not Dead Enough for That William Long
William Long, a Black man, hanged in a Cottage Grove cell and was cut down believed dead. He revived during postmortem attempts at Michael Reege Hospital, feigning life to the doctors. A struggle ensued as officers and staff restrained him, ending with his return to the station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanders
Nelly
Ife
John
Limeolf
Pau
Sandora
Neal
Nellie
Sandere
Johul
Nell
Yankee Blade
William Long
Cottage Grove
Atalion
Doak
Prim
Long
Michael Reege
Lim
Lfe
Davis
Davie
FoE the House Wife and Household Hints
A collection of old kitchen tips and recipes. Eggs in gravy served with toast. homemade Charlotte Russe with cream and meringue layers. beef tea for children. hominy and samp preparation. ripening and storage notes. liniments for strains. glycerine for burns. popcorn-like hull rice. lead test in water. celery and cucumber benefits. Pension Bureau joke related to General Meade and Sheridan. Kate Field's Washington reference.
Labor World highlights labor unrest and global work shifts
The Labor World notes unions forming across the country and Europe with strikes, wage changes, and shorter work weeks. It cites France elections, English mine layoffs, Massachusetts ten hour rail law, and half time at Lehigh Valley shops. It also references child labor, garment workers in London, and long hours for shirt sewers.
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Daww
Tage
Moale
France
Lamper Ork
England
Pants
Prtuapri Para
Penn
Lehigh Valley Railway
Easton
Massachusetts
Manly
Lockport
N. Y
Merno Australia
Charles Ra We
San Frencice
Cat
Gilbert Islands
Guatemala
London
Hood
William Astor Fades From Fame in Paris Death
William Astor oldest of the Astor family dies in Paris France after heart failure. He was born July 12 1880, son of John Jacob Astor III. He traveled Egypt and the East, married Carroll Schermerhorn, owned yachts like Nourmahal, and left a vast estate likely over 850 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Astor
Astor
New- York
St. Paris
France
Liverpool
Clark
Wiliam Astor
John Jacob Astor
Die Astor
Columbia College
Egypt
Caroll Schermerborn
New York
Nourmahal
America
Marri
Joan Jacob III
Miss Willing
Philadelphia
John Jacob Astor III
Amoray
Eight Men Drowned as Lytle Colliery Flood Bursts
A flood burst through old workings at the Lytle colliery on Primrose Mountain near Farmersville, Penn. Eight men drowned as water surged through galleries during shift changes. Some escaped by swimming, others were heard calling to higher ground. The Wolf Creek mine, idle for years, is reopening with new slopes and pumped water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lytle
Minersville
Penn
Primrose Mountain
Afmersville
Remarkable Bill Proposes Composite Dollar System
Senator Kyle of South Dakota by request introduces a bill calling for a composite dollar. The plan designates portions of wheat and other commodities to total thirty dollars, with one thirtieth of the value named the composite dollar. It requires monthly price records and enables trading of composite dollars on this security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kyle
South Dakota
United States
Fatal Blaze Kills Nine in St Petersburg Tenement
A three story tenement fire in St Petersburg caused nine deaths with bodies found in the ruins. Fifteen others were missing and presumed dead as occupants fled or jumped from windows amid the blaze. A Boston reader asks how to care for a canary that has lost its voice. The sporting crowd blame Maher for cowardice after his refusal to fight Fitzsimmons, noting his later suicide attempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Petersburg
Russia
Maher
Doward
Fitzsimmons
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Central Africa
California
Florida
Great Alta
Travor
Cal
Japan
Auatem
Moscow
Pall Mall Gazette
Martini
Tarlo
Mola
Rio Grande
San Francisco Chronicle
Mexico
Paul Pallach
China
Vienna
Celestial Kingdom
Pollach
God's Acre
God’s Acre
Acre Alambereth
Eugene Field
Ladies’ Home Journal
William P. Brown
Newfoundland
Boothick
Esquimanx
St. John
Boston Transcript
St. Loniy Globe-Denverat
Lucy
Lucy Watts
Falmouth
Rucar Portland
Jenoc
Ruth
Waterville
Lewiston Afc
Tourgneneff
Saiy
Cuvier
Raphael
Cardinal Mezzotauti
Dickens
Lord Byron
Charles Lamb
St. Louis Republic
Ladies' Department
Detroit Free Press
Buda-Pesth
Walloon
Maly
Alps
Mouse
Sumbron
Thorn
New York Sun
Foster Coates
Swell Hotsea
New York Mail and Express
Fashion Notes
Morocco
Ribbon
Jace
Fannoletta
Fleor
Davin
Keliher
Manhoney
bin To
Chicago Inter Ocean
Foe the
House Wife
Charlotte Riseo
New. York World
New York Observer
Tts
Melya
Pension Bureau
Phil Sheridan
Cioneral
Askal Sheridan
Meiya
Elijve
Kate Field
Washington
the Labor World
Hiro
Boston
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