Lincoln in the years before his rise to the presidency
A memoir fragment recounts Lincoln’s early law career with William Herndon, his moral struggles, kindness, and chivalry, and the political rise from Bloomington to the 1858 debates. It details his 1856 Senate bid, the Chicago Republican convention, the famous 1858 speech, and the farewell in Springfield before leaving for Washington.
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Rats Feast on Crabs on Barren New Guinea Isle
Captain Moncen in his Experiences of a New Guinea Resident Magistrate describes landing on an island of bare coral with countless rats and no other life. He watches rats approach the reef edge, grab fish and suddenly leap to drop crabs onto their tails, then eat the crustaceans before returning to the shore.
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New Guinea
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Had Idea of Vetocs and Velocipeste Improvements
Fragmentary text mentions AVES and a plan to accommodate wild elements. Names Blanchet and Toconiaclon appear in unclear context. Details are incomplete, but reference to improvements and peculiar terms suggests a historical note on proposed enhancements to a mechanism or vehicle.
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Farma
Scouts Clean Up Streets and Build Community Projects
In Stoughton Wisconsin a group of Boy Scouts removed rocks and obstructions from Lake Kegon camp to improve boating and bathing for cottagers and campers. Brooklyn troop cancelled overnight hike to instead paint a fence around church property. Honolulu scouts supported a French orphan in Paris for four years. Stratford California scouts built a tennis court planted trees and helped a city clean-up while collecting clothing for Near East relief and aiding in a school walk. Columbus Ohio scouts logged 5000 hours of civic service with extra uncounted acts beyond public view.
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Leaves for Honolulu Youth Scout Chief Wilder Sets Six Month Pacific Visit
James B Wilder chief sea scout of the Boy Scouts of America departed for the Pacific coast to visit sea scout bases and meet with regional leaders including Doctor Fisher deputy chief scout executive and L L McDonald camping director. He will then go to Honolulu where he formerly served as Scout Commissioner, a center of sea scouting, remaining about six months.
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Honolulu
Prince Sends Message To Young Scouts For Antarctica Quest
The Prince of Wales, chief scout of Wales, praised Patrol Leaders Marr and Mooney who were chosen for Shackleton’s Antarctica expedition. His Royal Highness sent congratulations and urged the two scouts to represent the organization with honor aboard the Quest.
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Shackleton
Musical Talent Sparks Senator Sorghi's Replied Comment
A fragmentary quote shows Senator Sorghi praising a talent and noting a musical show. The fragmentary lines reference ALOK and a musical performance. Further context is unavailable in the text.
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Sorghia
Alok
Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound Testimonial Ad
Carrie Williams of Overpeck Ohio praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for restoring her health after long suffering from backaches nerves and other female complaints. The ad claims the remedy has helped many women across the United States and urges publishing testimonials to aid others.
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Lydia EB Pinkham
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Governor weighs candidate for judge with common sense claim
A political exchange questions appointing a man named So-and-so as judge. Critics argue he lacks profound legal knowledge, while supporters highlight his large fund of common sense as the decisive asset in the governor’s consideration.
California fig syrup promotes fruity taste for children
A fragment notes a product labeled California fig syrup marketed to children with claims of a pleasant fruity flavor. The text reflects a period lineup of child health or household remedies, mentioning a mother and a child and a cleansing notion.
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