Prevention and Restriction of Diphtheria in Modern Times
The Philadelphia Board of Health issues a circular on diphtheria as contagious and infectious. It urges immediate isolation of cases, strict school and home precautions, ventilation, and careful handling of discharges and clothing to prevent spread. It notes higher risk for children under ten and warns on exposure through septic waste, sewers, and contaminated air.
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Spiders as Astronauts and Balloon Making
A curious piece describes a spider anchored on a pole in water building a silken balloon to escape. It details trial after trial of spinning bridges and balloon designs until finally a buoyant craft is achieved, illustrating perceived intelligent effort and Creator endowed reasoning.
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Rice as nutritious food praised in old guidance
The article extols rice as healthful and economical, suited for royalty or poverty. It instructs careful preparation to avoid burning, steaming with a tight lid, and letting excess steam escape so kernels remain snow white and separate. It notes a large New York audience nightly enjoying it.
House Built of Cotton and Paper As Building Material
A 19th century discussion notes cotton and compressed paper pulp as promising building materials. It cites ceruloid ivory substitutes and a Canadian method to compress cotton for doors, window frames, and even entire facades. Treated cotton is described as air and damp proof, forming durable interior and exterior linings and decorative elements.
Poverty and Charity Through Sop of History and Faith
Poverty is traced from Judea to the 18th century, showing how oppression and bad policy worsened misery and drove New Testament sympathy for the poor. Rev David Swing urges practical farming to boost profits, while a Georgia baby carriage factory idea and a French naturalist note on love appear in the flawed excerpt.
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