Adventures of Humphrey van Weyden Aboard the Ghost
Humphrey van Weyden, a critic, is aboard the sealing ship Ghost under Captain Wolf Larsen in Japan waters. Mugridge the cook steals money and jealousy rises while Wolf uses Hump for philosophical debate and tests him. A shipboard carnival of brutality erupts as Wolf defeats rivals, makes Hump mate, and Maude Brewster forms a wary bond with Van Weyden. Deserters drift toward drowning as Maude and Van Weyden connect on a world Wolf ignores.
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Humphrey van Weyden
Wolf Larsen
Japan
Mugridge
Cooky
Hump
Wolf
Omar
van Weyden
Maude Brewster
Maude
Leach
Johnson
Miss Brewster
Latimer
Harris
Mr van Weyden
Horner
Smoke
Maud Brewster
Cour Hunters
Jack Horner
The Blackfin Threat and Maud Brewster's Calm
Mugridge loses a foot to a shark as Wolf Larsen asserts control aboard the schooner. Miss Brewster confronts moral danger, while the narrator contemplates love and fear, watching Larsen's cold power clash with rising tension among the crew.
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Wainwright
Wolf Larsen
Maud Brewster
Miss Brewster
Mrs. Browning
Ghost Northward Pursuit Through Harsh Seas
Brave winds drove the Ghost north toward the seal herd as hunting proved perilous. Boats were lowered daily and swallowed by the gray obscurity, seen again only at night, often long after.
Goats Taught To Clear Forest Undercuts Logs
A Minneapolis Journal report notes northern Minnesota foresters used goats to clear brush and slash from timber land. The herd ate brush grass and pulpwood after exhausting leftovers, prompting directors to decide on slaughter to deter overcutting. Mr Cox comments that this warns lumber firms against cutting timber too small.
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Minneapolis Journal
Minnesota
W. T. Cox
Cox
War Economy Echoes in American Press
Richard Harding Davis notes in Pittsburgh that allies unite with less selfishness as plans form. He cites a London tale of frugality by a rich Englishman who trims costs by cutting servants’ meals. The Washington Star is quoted. In peace, 100000 American tourists visit London.
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Richard Harding Davis
Pittsburgh
London
How He Proposes
In a dim October room, Jack confesses lifelong love to Margaret and asks her to marry him after years of fraught friendship. She tests his resolve but softly forgives his bold proposal, noting his honesty and shared history.
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Jack
Margaret
Taking Right View of Work Reflects On Labor Attitudes
A Chicago American reader argues work is a blessing when toil yields reward and self improvement. He notes gradual gains in hours and pay but warns attitude shapes effort, satisfaction, and respect for employers and superiors.
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Chicago
FREAK STYLES IN WATCHES IN NEW YORK MARKET
The article notes a wave of square oblong and triangular watches arriving from Europe via Fifth Avenue New York. Prominent jewelers claim these shapes replace round watches for ease of carrying and slim profiles. Engraved backs and jeweled settings with sapphires emeralds and rubies rise in popularity as prices span from 150 to around a thousand dollars.
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America
Europe
Fifth Avenue
New York
Backbone and Health Courage in Medicine
Dr. Samuel G. Dixon, Pennsylvania health commissioner, argues lack of moral courage contributes to illness as fear and anxiety weaken patients. He urges recognizing dangers without fear, noting the brave person knows the enemy’s strength, stays watchful, and avoids paralysis.
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Samuel G. Dixon
Pennsylvania
Our Increasing Population
Census experts estimate the U S population on January 1 at 101,208,315 and by July 1 next at 102,017,302. Last year’s July 1 estimate was 100,399,318. The bureau projects a half year rise of 8,997, and an annual rise of 1,617,994 based on 1900 to 1910 rates. Daily growth is 4,433 persons. Western states lead, with Washington, Oklahoma, Nevada, North Dakota and New Mexico following.
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Census Bureau
United States
Bureau
Washington
Oklahoma
Nevada
North Dakota
New Mexico
New York
Miners to Have Warm Meals In Underground Restaurant
A coal mining company provides warm substantial meals to workers 200 to 400 feet underground. An electric range in a deep chamber cooks hot lunches served at underground restaurant prices near cost. The scheme improves comfort and productivity, with a noted rise in coal output in the first month after installation.
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Kanaka
Mueridge
Thomas Mugridge
al l
Brewster
Larsen
Forbidden Sea
Macedonia
Lumber Company
Washington Star
Susan Clagett
McClure
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