Frederick Funston the Remarkable Young General
A profile of General Frederick Funston born in 1865 in Ohio. It recounts his Kansas youth, Alaska flora work, Yukon adventures, Cuba insurgent service, and rise to brigadier general during the Philippines campaign, including notable actions at Calumpit and the Aguinaldo capture.
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Gen. Funston
San Francisco
Frederick Funston
Funston
Ohio
Kansas
Iola, Kan
Kansas State University
Kansas City
United States — Death Valley
Alaska
Department of Agriculture
Klondike
Yukon
Cuba
United States
Kansas Voluntnteers
Philippines
Rio Grande River
Calumpit
Aguinaldo
Cipriano Castro Described as Dancing Leader and Man of Destiny
The Venezuelan figure Cipriano Castro is portrayed as a short stocky man with a heavy neck and a bearded jaw. He is accused of egotism and ignorance while his past as a soldier is overshadowed by a preference for dancing and luxury.
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Cipriano Castro
United States
New Orleans
Mississippi Valley
Castro Long
Latin America
Amsterdam
Cracas
Venezuela
Castro
Netherlands
German scholar Prof Brandl visits America
Professor Alois Brandl head of Berlin University English department visited the United States as a representative at the Franklin celebration in Philadelphia. The German savant spoke of Franklin’s popularity in Germany, his own studies of Shakespeare, Coleridge and Emerson and his discovery of twelve unpublished Shakespearean dramas.
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America
Alois Brandl
Berlin University
Bandl
England
Coleridge
Berlin
Brandl
Duke of Devonshire
Brad
Brardl
Philadelphia
Franklin
Shakespeare
Bradl
Emerson
Thoreau
Hawthorne
Germany
Uncle Joe Cannon Turns Seventy Still Presses On
The celebrated Joseph G. Cannon marks his seventieth birthday with continued vigor and optimism. A long time Washington leader, he served in Congress 1873-91 1893-1903 and was elected speaker a little over two years ago. Born in North Carolina and raised in Illinois, he now resides in Danville and remains a seasoned force in national affairs.
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Joe” Cannon
Uncle Sam
Joseph G. Cannon
Uncle Joe
Washington
Congress
J. G. Cannon
Joe
National Capital
Danville
Illinois
North Carolina
Joseph
Vermillion County
The Brownie Man Palmer Cox and His Brownies
Palmer Cox the creator of the Brownies rises from railroad work to art and poetry. Born in Granby Quebec around 65 years ago he drew the mischievous sprites that delighted children since 1888. Eight Brownie books followed and his life and work earned him fame though he remains a bachelor.
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Back—O
Palmer Cox
Chick
Granby
Quebec
Canada
A&t
California
Hans von Pelter
Gotham
Columbus
America
Stanley
Most Arduous Profession for Women Cited
A quote from Ladies' Field notes that society is the most arduous field for a woman, consuming nights and days with little rest beyond occasional "rest cures."
Better Look Elsewhere Stray Stories Dialogue
A brief dialogue from Stray Stories frames a cautious view on marriage. He argues a man should marry someone known since childhood while she counters that childhood familiarity may not ensure a good match. The exchange reveals cautious skepticism about long familiarity guiding choices.
Back to Nature Drives Off Circus Hearsay on Plains
Camp meetings on the Texts plains draw fewer crowds. Human crowds shrink and performers seek work. Lion-tamers find no jobs as Rainbow Dan the Tattooed Man shifts to driving trolley cars.
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Rainbow Dan
Nothing Surprising in Mr Nervey Proposal
A brief exchange ends with Mr Nervey proposing to marry Mr Boxley's daughter. Mr Boxley expresses surprise and calls the idea nonsense, accusing prejudice against the girl, while asserting she is all right. The moment reflects social attitudes in casual remarks.
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Nervey
Boxley
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Burmese Inch: pulgat equals the inch exactly
The pulgat, a Burmese measurement, is noted as the only foreign unit exactly matching the English inch. This precise correspondence is highlighted as unique among foreign measures.
Ideal June Wedding a Home Ceremony Guide
Edith A Brown advises on creating a home June wedding with roses and greenery, avoiding banked flowers, and using ferns, white and pink rose accents, and a simple gown. The piece covers altar details, bridal party attire, reception decor, and practical gift ideas favoring useful items over costly luxury, with emphasis on kitchen knickknacks as a thoughtful option.
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Chicago
Maid of Honor
The Little Emperor and the Winter In The Snow
A Russian fairy tale tells of a little emperor who bans spring to keep winter. Ministers claim spring will return in the calendar but famine and ruin follow. An old man warns of drought and cold, yet winter holds firm and no spring arrives. The emperor laments the lost season as spring never comes.
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America
Joseph B. Bowles
Russia
Africa’s Victoria Falls to power industry while guarding scenery
Progress in Africa reports steps to harness the 500000 horsepower of Victoria Falls for industrial use without spoiling the landscape. Authorities balance development with preservation as plans advance.
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Africa
Victoria Falls
Flowers Curled to Enhance Chrysanthemum Show Appeal
Specialists curl and frill chrysanthemums before shows to present them at their best, shaping petals for a more striking display at exhibition events.
Jones Hallon and the world’s burden on the old man
The dialogue centers on Jones Hallon and an elderly man struggling with rising costs. Smith responds that he must bear all expenses himself, highlighting financial strain and personal responsibility.
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Jones
Hallon
Old Man
Smith
Jester
Chickens Uncover Gold Placer Sold in Mexico
In Guadalajara region between Tapalpa and San Gabriel the Virgen de Guadalupe placer, 10 000 meters long and 4 meters wide, yielding gold grains from fowl crops, sold for 159000 dollars. Sale brokered by N W Kinross and Samuel C Brown. buyers Silviano Camberos and Jesus Martinez, Tapalpa district merchants.
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Guadalajara
Mexico
Palos
N. W. Kinross
Samuel C. Brown
Tapalpa District
Silviano Camberos
Jesus Martinez
Thin City
The Vienna bun and modern coiffure trends
A hair styling guide by Mme Julie D Arcy describes the Vienna bun with low coils and rosettes of chiffon. It advises tailoring the look to hair color, recommending full waves for red hair, simple lines for black hair, and a carefree wave for blonde hair with strategic twists and accessories.
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Mme
Julie D’arcy
Waterworks of Athens Ancient and Modern Water Supply
Archaeological notes from Athens describe ancient water galleries beneath the Acropolis road used for Panathenaic processions. The Pisistratus aqueduct near the Theater of Bacchus fed nine outlets to a fountain near Kallirrhoe, with upper and lower pools and a city reservoir. Hadrian’s aqueduct provides current supply if Pisistratus fails.
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Corpfield
Athens
Pisistratus
Acropolis
Bacchus
Kallirrhoe
Puyx
Hadrian
New Japanese Palm Fibre Flowers Debut In New York Shops
A new artificial floral style using Japanese palm fibre appears in New York stores. The blossoms mimic real carnations and American Beauty roses so closely that they are hard to distinguish, and they even carry the same perfume as the live flowers. They cost only slightly more than real blooms.
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New York
Steps to soft velvety skin with cold cream and benzoin
The woman seeking clean velvety skin should rub in cold cream, wipe away residue, wash with hot water and Turkish cloth, rinse in hot and cooling waters, then dash face with cold water containing ten drops of tincture of benzoin, to finish.
Becomingly Dressed Without Expensive Outlays
A guide to modest dress emphasizing simple, affordable fabrics and attentive personal hygiene. It urges women to avoid age or poverty excuses, to invest minutes daily in grooming, and to see neat appearance as a social passport and moral uplift.
A Neat Empire Jacket For Dress or Skirt Set
A new Empire jacket variation described for wear with any dress or to match a skirt. The short bodice curves at the lower edge and turns back with revers. Fronts fasten with bone buttons. Elbow sleeves have turn-up cuffs and a silk pleated ruffle. Requires 2 3/4 yards of 48 inch material.
A Railroad Complexion
A Philadelphia Bulletin urged railway travelers to wear plain chiffon veils for facial protection from soot and grime. The piece warns against the road complexion from daily city commuting and notes veils preserve a fresh look for businesswomen riding into the city.
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Philadelphia Bulletin
Automobile Novelty Hood Scarf Veil Accessory
A wearable apparel item for women transforms from a scarf to a hood with veil. Pull two buttons to extend into a straight scarf or pull two strings to form the hood and veil secured under the chin.
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Automobile Novelty
Olive oil for eyebrows urged to aid growth
Olive oil may be used on the eyebrows to encourage growth but should never be applied to the eyelashes as it irritates the eyes.
Wellman Plans August Airship Dash to Pole
Explorer Walter Wellman intends to launch from Spitzbergen in August aboard the largest dirigible balloon yet built. The craft, designed by Louis Goddard, carries two radiating engines, extensive safety margins, and 75 days of provisions.
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Walter Wellman
Arctic
North Pole
Spritzbergen
Louis Goddard
Paris
Scientific American
New York Motor Club
Wellman
Spitzbergen
Misunderstood Drug Law in Transvaal Aims at Poisons
Article notes confusion over a new Transvaal pharmacy act restricting dangerous medicines without banning sale. It requires labeling poisons, chemists publish formulas, buyers prove identity, and restricts opium access at Johannesburg. Chinese buyers still find smuggling paths despite the law.
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Transvaal
Colonial Council
Johannesburg
The Eternal Problem and a Revealing Exchange
A bystander recalls a witty exchange as a young man asks about a beautiful woman while the older man reveals he has been married to her for five years. The remark captures social quick wit and marital humor.
Gentle, Quiet Horse Sought by Livery Stable Keeper
In Cassell's Journal a Livery Stable Keeper seeks a gentle quiet horse that will not bite or kick. The note stresses safety and suitability for a buyer wanting a well behaved animal.
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Jayson
Cassell
The Haversack edited by Chaplain Doherty reads widely
Reverend Francis Doherty of the Seventeenth United States Infantry at Fort McPherson edits The Haversack a modest soldier paper that is widely read and often copied by troops.
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Francis Doherty
Seventeenth United States Infantry
Fort McPherson
Greek humor in schoolroom turns to classroom debate
A Louisville Courier-Journal reader notes a playful exchange in class: "What happens when Greek meets Greek" prompts a student to ask how the peanut business operates. The moment captures curiosity and humor in a learning setting.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Immunity From Pneumonia Through Healthy Living
The article explains pneumonia is caused by a common oral germ and that immunity comes from healthy living and sanitary conditions. It notes that exposure plus predisposition influences infection and cites Dr. Anders on climate factors affecting pneumonia mortality. Personal cleanliness also helps prevent tuberculosis and pneumonia as house diseases.
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Anders
France Seeks Cod Roe Market As Sardine Fishery Expands
The French sardine industry imports cod and mackerel roe from Norway and France to attract sardines to shallow Atlantic waters. About 2,000 boats use roe, with Norway supplying 30,000 barrels annually. Prices in France range from 12 to 30 dollars per barrel due to tight Norwegian supply.
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New England
France
Mason
Atlantic
Lorient
Gironde
Les Sables d’Olonne
Norway
Newfoundland
United States
Rush Paper From Rush Plant to Make White Pulp
An inventor claims rush plants can be processed into white consistent paper pulp. Green rush is boiled with caustic lye in an autoclave, then washed and oxidized with sulphuric acid and chloride of lime, yielding suitable pulp for paper manufacture.
Busy Queen Delivers Kisses to Dignitaries
The queen of the Hellenes is described as dispensing many official kisses. She kisses on the cheek for intimate acquaintances and on the forehead for those less familiar, in a ceremonial display observed by many esteemed visitors.
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Hellenes
Earth
New York Drink Bill Spurred by Sermon Claim
The Rev Dr Madison C Peters argues in a sermon that New York spends about 1 000 000 daily on liquor far exceeding state government costs. He says the annual liquor bill surpasses total tariff revenue and that interest at four percent nearly equals all US university incomes.
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New York
Madison C. Peters
United States
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