Korea Crisis and Russia Lease Offer Sparks Debate
A March Seoul crisis unfolds as Korea’s conservative government cracks down on reforms. Russia seeks a one year lease of three northeastern ports for whale fishing, offering 470 dollars annually per port. Imperial council factions clash, five ministers punished for not supporting retrogression policy.
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Hair Counts By Color In A Blonde Head
A historical note tallies hair density by color with 400 hairs per square inch on blonde hair, 350 on brown, 825 on blue, and 260 on red. Estimated total hairs per head vary by color from about 149000 for blonde to 100000 for brown, 102000 for black, and 90000 for red.
Cider for Typhoid Found Fatal to Bacillus, Says Investigator
A Preneh investigator reports that cider for typhoid fever is fatal to the typhoid bacillus, noting the drink cannot be digested by the bacteria. This marked claim highlights potential early research on therapeutic or preventative measures against typhoid.
Ellen Osborns Passion Letter era of fashion and health claims
A mixed 19th century style piece blends health rhetoric for Dr Pierce with a long prose on the evolution of the summer girl fashion. It describes fashion trends in dress, hair and accessories for high society, including gowns of gauze, lace, and chiffon, and notes recent influences from Indian resort wear and Vanderbilt brides.
Taste of Strychnine Detected in Minute Dilution
A cautionary note explains that the taste of strychnine can be detected when one grain is diluted with 600000 parts of water. Also mentions finest crown bridge work by Dr. Wix.
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