Prejudices Against Speed in Early Transport
The passage recalls early US night mail coaches between New York and Boston facing safety protests after a fatal first trip and parallels with initial railway fears. It also cites March 1825 parliamentary criticism by Thomas Creevey about the first railroad bill and the locomotive as a “monster” belching smoke.
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United States Postal Service
New York
Boston
Tere
Thomas Creevey
M. P
Manchester
Liverpool
Fasting Among Negroes Leads to Conversion Tale
The Detroit News notes Dr. Charles T. Walker the "Black Surgeon" recounts his own fasting conversion story. While hoeing cotton in June he left the field and spent several days in the woods with no food or drink, emerging on Saturday afternoon as a seeker then converted.
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Charles T. Walker
Detroit News
Walker
Car Jumps Back on Track After Freight Derailment
A derailed car on the Northeastern railway near Stannington England jumped back onto the rails while a fast freight sped at 60 mph. The car had broken about 1 000 fish plates holding rails to ties. The train continued at high speed.
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Stannington
England
Popular Science Monthly
Sense of Humor Helps Through Life's Rough Places
A Philadelphia Record observation notes humor as a sturdy aid in rough times, preserving youthfulness and quickness of eye. It warns humor must be shown with discretion, since it often fails when personal matters go awry, making the holder a hero who can smile under stress.
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Philadelphia Record
Rotten Butter Sparks Dinner Row in Irvington
A young Irvington couple invited another pair for Sunday dinner. Hostess called guests to bring butter, and during the meal the host shouted at Rose that she could share the butter if she wished, but then derided the butter as the rottenest he had ever eaten.
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Irvington
Indianapolis News
Dodge Brothers Motor Car Offer From Gainesville
C V Nallexvy of Gainesville Ga touts the Dodge Brothers as a sound investment in transportation. He highlights direct dealer sales, no free service charges hidden in price, and economies from standard types and time-seasoned product.
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Dodge Brothers
Farmer’s mare and colt travel far then return home together
A Maine farmer sold a mare and her three year old colt at auction. The pair wandered separately, the mare two miles from home and the colt four miles in the opposite direction. Two months later they returned home within days of each other, prompting a correspondent to wonder how they managed to come back almost together from six miles apart.
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Maine
Berlin Thieves Steal Doorknobs and Brass Fixtures
Thieves in Berlin target homes hotels and offices stealing doorknobs brass fixtures and brass nozzles from fire roses in hotel corridors. The repeated burglaries have become a nuisance to residents and property owners.
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Berlin
When Twilight Comes Poem by Robert Worthington Davies
A poetic meditation on twilight as nature’s call and inner ascent. The speaker, listing senses and scenes, seeks purity and peace in the grove as night songs and zephyrs weave a tranquil farewell to day. The verse reflects reverence for nature and a contemplative reach toward final rest.
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Robert Worthington Davies
Omaha Bee
Cardui praised as woman’s tonic by Fort Towson resident
Mrs. M. C. Ragsdale of Fort Towson, Ohio, extols Cardui for helping her recover from long standing womanly troubles. She says the tonic strengthened and regulated her, lifting her from weakness, nervousness, and sleeplessness to a healthier, more active state. Cardui is described as acting on the womanly system to relieve pains.
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Cardus
M. C. Ragsdale
Fort Towson
Ohio
The Art and Risk of Counterfeiting Gems
Jewelers face constant danger from fakes as imitations use glass, fused synthetic stones, or colored crystal. Lab produced synthetics mimic hardness and luster, while emerald and aquamarine fakes use colorized rock crystal with invisibly cement. Diamond counterfeits remain largely unachievable with current science despite extensive testing.
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London
Few Reasons Why Cars Gatch Fire
An automotive expert outlines fire risks in cars including backfiring from lean mixtures, overheated exhaust near woodwork, ignition system faults, and static electricity. He stresses keeping drip pans clear, preventing leaks, avoiding grease on woodwork, and using fire extinguishers for insurance perks and safety.
Repairing a Car Radiator Drain Cork
Instructions advise replacing a radiator drain cork without draining all water. Insert a small cork at the end of the overflow pipe and ensure the radiator cap is tight. Since there is no path for air to enter the system, wires will not rim out when the plug is removed.
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Noa
Jess
Keep Tires Even For Balanced Wheel Wear
A note stresses keeping tires even with matching tire types on both wheels. Using a fabric tire on one side and a cord tire on the opposite causes unequal sizes and leads to constant wear on the differential.
Auto Makers Set to Produce Eight Million Cars This Year
A large number indicates U S automobile manufacturers are expected to produce eight million cars this year. The figure reflects expansion in the industry and strong demand across the market.
Tourists travel with near capacity vehicles in 1022 report
The registration of motorists visiting national parks in 1022 shows an average of 3.45 persons per car. Since some roadsters carry only two passengers, the typical touring automobile appears near a full capacity load.
First Successful Contour Map of Deep Sea Bed
The United States government hydrographers completed the first contour map of a deep sea zone. It covers the Pacific Ocean bed over 84 000 square miles and shows submerged hills valleys and cliffs.
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United States
Pacific Ocean
Tim’s Artistic Temperament Inferred From Wild Ride
A trembling stranger describes Tim Tarantula riding wildly down the street and firing with both hands. Cac tus Joe says Tim is locked up safe and comfortable, noting his misfortune from drinking the new licker that makes him feel back in the motion picture studio.
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Tim
Cactus Joe
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