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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1899
Page
1
A report highlights a novel electric concept for medical use to illuminate the stomach and aid diagnosis. It discusses military vehicle experiments in Germany and broad remarks on education, public safety, and heroic rescues, noting rising interest in science and public welfare.
An item discusses how English loft construction faced American competition and the need for English methods to adapt. It also contemplates marriage dynamics and argues proper upbringing to foster mutual understanding. The piece praises the U S Army for moral standards, intelligence, and social responsibility among volunteers.
Bradstreet notes observers see a push to build ever larger liners by great lines. Comments on Canard’s plan for a longer steamer than Orca and the motive to combine speed with passenger and freight capacity as the path toward near perfection. The piece suggests rivalry may spur advertising as an incentive.
A local resident recounts several mornings of Miss Hawkins, seen with something under her arm, visiting neighbors from dawn to early day. She visits Ferguson Meeker Johnsons and Meekers, raising curiosity about what she carries and why she travels so early, with gossip and suspicions shaping the tale.
A New York Sun reader narrates a neighborly tale of a restless night and a hidden object. The speaker visits Miss Hawkins for a toothache and discovers she carries a two quart covered pail. The narrator reflects on gossip and personal discomfort while contemplating rest and tea.
A Dry Goods Economist inspired profile chronicles a silent silk salesman known as the lucky man. He observes customers, demonstrates color harmony, and stages tactile displays to reveal needs without direct questions. His calm method builds trust and persuades with subtle, deliberate presentation.
A mid century panorama recounts Godfrey of Bouillon selling Bouillon castle to Ombert of Liege, later besieged by Renaud and Alberon II. The episode details mass enslavement of garrison, brutal transfer to Ferme des Oiselers, and long mythic misattribution linking Oiseliers to Jewish exiles. The piece closes with a note on curing car sickness and a planned beacon at Duart Point in Mull in memory of William Black.
A series of wilderness incidents and narrow escapes recounted from Ontario and California. Fire near Cucamonga canyon tests Ranger Allen and crew. Ned the hunter shoots bears at an old ore pit. Mrs Grimasol rescued from a bridge fall during a river crisis. a doctor survives a donkey attack as jack follows with multiple dog rescues. a girl escapes an alligator attack. a Portland man eludes panthers after climbing a tree and a dancing party storm tames the threat.
In late September 1892 the Alliance of the Reformed Presbyterian Churches held its general council in Toronto, then led a large excursion to Niagara Falls. On Saturday September 24 a hot day, delegates and friends reached the Clifton Hotel at noon and visited the falls. A German delegate accompanied a fellow traveller as they crossed the suspension bridge, followed by Rev. Rumany from Ballymoney with his Toronto hostess and two daughters.
A Maine trout tale from Moosehead Lake describes Attleboro sportsman Williams fishing below Wilsons dam when he spots an old molasses barrel lying in water. Curious, he probes the bunghole with a book, hooks a three pound trout inside, and hauls it out after sawing a top section. The fish displays a curious life inside the barrel. Maine Sportsman.
In a humorous dispute, Sho War Keay and Mr. Frittington discuss when a woman should say yes to a proposal. Miss Sterlingworth argues the Bible settles the matter, but tests reveal the Bible’s stance is not definitive. The judge observes the outcome.
A collage of quotations and gags from multiple sources, including Washington Star, Standard, Brooklyn Life, and Harpers Bazaar, features reflections on youth, manners, and social misprisions. It mixes jokes about intellect, fashion, and modest anecdotes from families, salons, and shops.
The piece recalls a New England charity corn husking festival with husking lore and tableaux of colonial tales. It shifts to a Brooklyn Times note about a flue oak tree planted from England and commemorated by a bronze tablet. Also mentions London railman George Pearson’s three million miles and notes on Irish-born NYC population estimates.
The Nutmeg State of the Bridgeport Line caught fire while en route from Bridgeport to this city and beached near Sands Point two miles below Glan Cove. Over 100 aboard faced a deadly ordeal as lifeboats failed and flames spread. Captain Brooks and crew struggled to save passengers amid chaos and explosions. Several lives were lost, including a woman and child washed ashore, with rescue efforts aided by boats from the City of Lawrence.
A Boston yacht bound from New York found a male body amid burned wreckage near the Nutmeg State. The man, about sixty with a gray beard, was brought to Alexandria for identification. Alexandria celebrated its 159th founding with a public display as crowds from Washington visited. Rear Admiral promotion moves Captain A. S. Barker to rear admiral after W. L. Howison’s retirement at Norfolk Navy Yard.
A garbled report notes cyc ine trends with Chicago lacking support and Melbourne hosting wheel clubs. It mentions chainless models, free-wheel devices, and global production plans for next year, plus a Paris arrest of a wheel thief and varying prices for rubber substitutes.
In Washington Taussie of the Bennington praises officers at Malabon. Officials and attorneys gather for Industrial Commission subpanels fearing trusts curbs. Manila nurses to expand as troops grow. census in Cuba underway. Deserters reduce Honolulu garrisons. Kruger's guards escort to Transvaal. Mayaguez officials resign. Manila welcome for Minnesota regiment.
dispatches from Oare Town South Africa describe Maj Gen Baden Powell commanding a small British garrison at Mafeking mounting a stubborn defense against Boer attacks with reinforcements, casualties including 893 Boers and 18 British, and fears of a looming Boer advantage. Refugees crowd coast towns as authorities rush relief amid reports of Newcastle fallen and repairs underway.
In the Queen's reign third Parliament meets in autumn to provide funds for a military campaign. Lords urge British interests, civilizing aims in South Africa. War plans discussed. volunteers increased in Cape Colony and Natal to total 12,590. Wheat prices rise amid war outbreak and neutral proclamations issued by French German and Italian consuls. Continental sympathy with the Boers noted.
General Gomez offers to return three horses claimed from the war era as talks continue after hostilities end. Major Bell’s unit drives enemy from Porac as casualties and ammunition losses are reported. Meanwhile Cleveland’s Fourteenth Regiment soldiers, stranded after returning from the Philippines, face travel and pay concerns, with pay reportedly spent.
The large number of incompletely directed letters routed from Manila to the United States gails for renewed caution. Address each letter clearly with the organization, recipient company, and unit number, followed by Manila, Philippine Island. Epala Assists Cubans to Emigrate. The government of Epato urges citizens to emigrate to Cuba, over 2000 have reached Havana in the last sixty days.
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