Albatross Sails to Study Mackerel Habits Off Hatteras
The U S Fish Commission steamer Albatross embarks on a voyage 100 to 200 miles offshore between Cape Hatteras and Newport to study winter mackerel behavior and migration. Lt Schroeder notes mackerel live near Gulf Stream walls in cold seasons, while Capt George Janvrin cites year round catches north of Hatteras. The mission also observes shad movements to inform profitable winter fishing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Fish Commission
Cape Hatte
Newport
London
Schroeder
Albatross
Gulf Stream
Mackere
South Hatteras
George Janvrin
Fulton Market
Hatteras
Cape Cod
Cape Henry
Gulf of St. Lawrence
Gaspe Head
Salmon River
Labrador
Gulf of Canso
Bay of Chaleur
Cere
Nova Scotia
Old Gloucester
Herald
Pearls and their global markets in historic times
The article surveys Persian Gulf and Ceylon pearl fisheries under government oversight, noting profits in the late 18th century and declines in the 1800s. It cites major pearl yields across Indian Ocean regions, famous historic pearls, and early attempts at imitation, including Italian experiments and cheap glass or paste varieties. It ends with remarks on pink pearls from mussels and a Philadelphia Times citation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Persian Gulf
Ceylon
Indian
Bay of Bengal
Isle of
Eohrein
Servilia
M. Brutus
Julius Cesar
Cleopatra
Antony
Arabia
Tavernier
Persia
Philip
Leo X
Suliman the Great
England
Italy
Philadelphia Times
How Thermometers are Made in a Brooklyn Plant
A Brooklyn Eagle report describes thermometer fabrication from glass tube prep to scale engraving. Workers flame bulbed tubes, seal with mercury, and calibrate via freezing and boiling points. The process covers brass plates, scaling machines, waxing, nickel plating, and final assembly in tin cases. Quicksilver is sourced from California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Brooklyn Eagle
Foie Gras Processing and Recipe from Paris Delicacy
Paris Cor correspondent describes the cruel toils of foie gras production including duck and goose livers from France and Strasbourg, their high prices, and culinary use. A detailed terrine de foie gras recipe is provided with steps from soaking to serving, highlighting truffles sherry and optional lard sealing for preservation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
France
Strasburg
Austria
Toulouse
San Francisco Chronicle
Hoodoo Talk and Voodoo Luck in Sport Circles
An informal interview describes hoodoos affecting games with players blaming bad luck on a suspicious foe. The talk covers charms, superstitions, and beliefs about luck transferring between people, with anecdotes from San Antonio to Leadville and open streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Leadville
Denver Republican
Picturesque Saw-Mill Relics in Maine
The Boston Transcript describes abandoned Maine saw mills along windy streams. Walls stand as skeletons with roofs fallen, water wheels broken, and foundations washed away. Decay reveals rusted nails, weathered beams, and timber aged by annual rings as nature slowly dismantles human work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Transcript
Castletown man never sees Lake Bomoseen after years nearby
A Castleton man has lived within four miles of Lake Bomoseen for twenty five years and has never seen the lake. His brother has crossed the ocean five times since 1860.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castleton
Lake Bomoseen
Rutland Herald
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted as Blood Purifier
The text extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a superior blood purifier that cleanses the vital fluid and strengthens the body's defenses. It asserts impurities in blood cause illness and claims the remedy wards off disease, encouraging readers to try the product.
Griggs Glycerine Salve Ad Promises All Skin Ailments
An advertisement touts Griggs Glycerine Salve as a universal cure for cuts bruises scalds burns wounds and all sores with a money back guarantee of 25 cents. Sold by G W Bechei ly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grigg
Griggs
G. W. Bechei —Ly
Sena
F. J. Cheney
Adams Street
Toledo Ohio
G. W. Bechel
Defiance
Also Mentioned on This Page
New York
America
Indianapolis Journal
Dr. McLean
St. Louis
Maine
Boots & Shoes
J. P. Ayers
Russell
Russell House
Loose’s Extract
Loose
J. M. Loose & CO
Monroe, Mich
Farrand
Williams & Co
Swift & Dodds
James E Davis & Co
Detroit
Hiscox & Co
N.Y
Ibscox & Co
N. Y
Druccists
UcFce
Coca
Zu Ricliinss and Playtor
Spence Bos. & CO
Cincinnati
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Lane
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Washington
Wheeling
Bellaire
Barnesville
Sake
Cambridge
Mjil
Zanesville
Newark
Columbus
Mt. Vernon
Mansfield
Weerees
Shelby
Plymouth Seneeeneeee
Seeeerres
Sandusky
Wees
Chicago Wun
Reublic
Ieeee Sabivotiecosen
BE A
Fostoria
Deshler
Hicksville
Eeeweneee
Auburn
Chicago
C.K. Lord G. P.G
W. E. Reppert
Pyeran Avilla
Garrett Ee Tee
Eeeerenseees
Tiffin
Republic
Plymouth
Aeeneeeeweren
Shelby Junction
Mt Vernon
New York Philadelphia
Calvert
Texas
Ayers
Churchill
Vicksburg
Ayer
J. W. Whitley
Dr.j.c.ayer & Co
Lowell
Mass
Viers & Hutou
Viers & Hil
Viers & Hilton’s
Viers & Hilton
Odd Fellows Block
S. H. Frank & CO
Summit Street
Toledo
Eaton’s
N. B
Switzer
Kehnast
Tiare
Switzer & Kehnast
Clinton Street
Ohio
Eagle Square Dealing Clothing
Frank Levy
the “Argand
ERS
Switzer Bros
Colby & Scott’s
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!