Hearts Kept Beating Outside Bodies In Lab Demonstration
Prof. Elias P. Lyon of the University of Chicago presents dog hearts in jars connected to glass tubes and lungs, with defibrinated blood circulating to sustain pulsations. Drs Loeb and Lingle showed hearts can beat after removal from a body, and Lyon expands on those findings with an aerated, self-contained setup.
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Elias P. Lyon
University of Chicago
Loeb
Loebr
Lingle
Lyon
Deep Sea Telescopic Eyes Illuminate Dark Depths
Umschau notes deep sea life emits its own light through bioluminescence. Some fishes at great depths possess telescopic eyes to see in near total darkness, compensating for the absence of sunlight with a faint glow.
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Umschau
Telescopic eyes in deep sea fish reveal biocular vision
A description explains telescopic or biocular eyes in deep sea fishes, noting elongated pupils or lenses, upward or forward orientation, and two retina parts for standard vision and light capture. It discusses evolutionary development from ordinary eyes and possible surface dwelling in youth and compares to bird and whale sight features. The article also touches on phosphorus dangers and health risks in industry.
Gravitation Verified by American Philosophical Society
Prof Ernest W Brown of Haverford argues at the American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia that Newton’s law of gravitation holds to an accuracy of one in ten to the sixth, with minor deviations explained as errors in Hansen’s lunar theory, reinforcing gravity as the most precise physical law known.
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American Philosophical Society
Philadelphia
Ernest W. Brown
Haverford
Moon
Earth
Sun
Planets
Isaac Newton
Hansen
Hans
Machine for Weeding Brings Comfort to Farmers Satisfaction
A Minnesota inventor introduces a weed pulling machine that frees farmers from manual labor. The exhibit shows two fluted rollers mounted on an adjustable frame guiding the device as it pulls weeds while the farmer rides over the field.
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Minnesota
Automatic weed puller described in 19th century plate study
The rear sulky device uses rotating rollers with closely meshed flutings to lift weeds with roots. Rotary blades push tops beneath rollers to prevent uprooting larger plants. Also notes a Dublin musicians conference showing brain and nerve speed for rapid piano reading and playing.
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Ville Courier-Journal
Dublin
Hints for Home Dressmakers and net fashion ingenuity
This excerpt offers economical ideas for home dressmakers using net lace and chiffon. It outlines seven figure designs for cloaks hats blouses and jackets with proposed fabrics trims and quantities to craft genteel summer garments while saving money. It stresses practical elegance and versatility of point d esprit.
CURE DEVICE
A southerner designs a movement machine called the cure device to hammer out disease. A patient lies on a couch with springs while an electric motor drives a pneumatic pummeling head. The device aims to stimulate circulation and remove waste tissue.
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Democrat
Summer Gowns and Fabrics Show Luxurious New Models
Read about two late summer models highlighting white flowered batiste with lace insets and a cape collar, and a palest opalescent blue crepe de chine gown. Descriptions emphasize ease of laundering, fresh appearance, and intricate lattice folds with fine stitching and delicate French dots.
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Betty
Summer Styles Highlight Draped Silks and Gauze Fashions
A fashion note surveys afternoon toil ettes, Burano lace, entre deux motifs, and crepe draping that flatters the waist. It praises soft gauzes and numerous tucks, flounces and bouffant sleeves, with muslin and antique lace fichus as defining features of the hour.
Fashion notes on inexpensive muslins and fabrics for a gown
The article advises amateurs to choose clear bright muslins with scroll patterns in black and white and red and white. It notes the popularity of voile and soft fabrics over foulard, plus trims like taffeta and spotted voile, and suggests de laine as an affordable, stylish option with quaint designs.
Political clash over post office corruption charges
The Louisville Courier-Journal and Indianapolis Journal debate recent post office disclosures. They argue both parties bear some blame while urging thorough, nonpartisan investigations and a clean house under Roosevelt’s oversight.
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Washington
Post Office
Republican Party
Indianapolis Journal
Cleveland
Rresta Dalshoeekt
Roosevelt
Post Office Department
Third-term talk pleases Cleveland but angers anti-Clevelandites
The piece notes compliments toward Grover Cleveland from some Democrats amid a debate over a fourth nomination. It contrasts respectful praise with harsh critique of the party and leaders like Bryan Hill Gorman Onley Parker, arguing Cleveland alone could lead to victory while anti-Cleveland voices doubt the party's readiness for power.
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Washington Star
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Political debate over public questions and party platforms
Paragraphs quote editors noting Bryan may still pursue public questions while others urge Democrats to retire dead issues. Tennessee Senator Bate counsels waiting to see the situation and issues, implying current odds against a win.
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Washington Star
Ami
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Indianapolis Journal
Cleveland Candidacy Debate Stirring Democrats and Republicans
The piece argues ex president Cleveland may not seek public life but cites mixed reactions among Democrats and Republicans. It notes critics accuse his interview of inaccuracies while rivals hope he runs in 1904 to boost GOP chances. New York and western states are highlighted as potential hurdles or supports.
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Iowa Sways Back to Protective Tariff Unity
The Iowa Republican stance shifts away from the tariff removal plank seen at the state convention. Senator Allison is tasked with drafting a revised tariff plank aligning Iowa with national GOP positions. The move aims to eliminate Democratic claims of Iowa backing tariff tinkering and restabilize party unity.
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Albany Journal
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United States
Roosevelt in the West Dominates Presidential Scene
A Washington dispatch says Roosevelt's western enthusiasm is nearly unanimous and he is the likely Republican candidate. The piece notes Democrats may regroup around a eastern reformer to oppose him, Bryan's role is debated, and Bryan’s Commoner pledges free silver, a revenue tariff, and adherence to party platforms.
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Knapp murder trial features confessions admitted
Tuesday testimony in the Alfred Knapp case included the first witness David Loeb a furniture dealer and the defense battled to suppress two Knapp confessions. Police officer Morton and others described searches and the defense argued insanity as the key issue amid ongoing court rulings.
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