Florida Pine Woods and Citrus Groves Journey
The diary describes a Florida river journey through narrow "Gates" on the Ocklawaha, then passing into Silver Springs. It recalls Eustis, pine woods, orange and grape fruit groves, and the Lake Region scenery. March picnics among trees full of blossoms, and local moss and parks with wildlife are noted, ending with a segue to news on grazing land leasing proposals in Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Okiiawaha
Eustis
Florida
Colonel T
Eustis Park
Department of Agriculture
Doctor Dick Terhune dies amid starvation theory debate
Passaic physician Dr Richard A Terhune known as Doctor Dick died at home from intestinal cancer after a seven month illness. He claimed starvation cannot kill if water is available and shared a case where a girl refused food for forty eight days yet remained active and healthy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard A. Terhune
Physicians of
Passaic
Perry A. Terhune
The Magic Story And A Surprising Career Turn
A cafe scene follows artist Sturtevant who claims to have found a secret of success after reading a mysterious story. Friends report others who read it also prosper, while the narrator, hungry and broke, becomes entangled in this odd tale before continuing on with plans to hear the story himself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sturtevant
Withal
Currier
Leagt
Tam
Avery
Cuba
Cosgrove
Phillips
Danforth
Breeches Publicley Hung in Alexandria Home
An elderly narrator recounts breeches hung on hooks in the Roberdean house in Alexandria during Washingtons era. The wearer would ascend three steps and slide into the breeches from above, a habit still observable in the present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexandria
Washington
Roberdean
First fashion boots for women rise in 1828 recall
An elderly woman recalls that the first women's dress boots appeared in 1828 with side lacing and fringed tops on gaiters and boots. The scene marks an early shift in female footwear styles noted by a local narrator.
New Chinese Army Uniform Uses Three Gold Buttons as Distinct Mark
A newly adopted Chinese army uniform uses a single distinguishing feature the wearer’s sleeve bears. Three gold buttons indicate rank above private. the specific button arrangement marks a general from a private. The change simplifies insignia to a clear visual cue.
Permanganate of potash used as antidote in cobra bites in India
The article reports that permanganate of potash is being successfully used in India as an antidote for cobra bites and venom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
Coins in Circulation Durations Compared
The fact states that gold coins typically stay in general circulation for about twice as long as copper coins, reflecting differing lifespan and usage patterns in monetary circulation.
Florence King: Chicago woman patent attorney pioneer
Miss Florence King of Chicago earned distinction as one of the few women patent attorneys registered in Washington. A former domestic, she overheard a family quarrel that inspired her to become a court stenographer and later a lawyer. Admitted to the Illinois bar in May 1895, she specialized in patents and left court reporting to practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence II
King
Chicago
Washington
Irving
Miss King
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Congress
Lacey
ST. Augustine
Public Lands Committee of the House
Winchester
Anastasia Island
Old Fort Marion
Fair Patent Attorney
Pittsburg
Friend, Supply CO
Washington Street
Dept
Boston
Mass
Steves
Tabedeen Pantern
N.P.C.C
N. P.C
Ofnap. C. C
NATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHIC_CHEMICAL COMPANY
Pa. Ave
N. Wo
Washington, D. C
Oi Credit
Loftis
Teres
Lena
Watchmakers-Jewelers Department
State Street
Chicaco
Illinois
U.js
Oftis Bros
Nottingham
Columbia Novelty Co
Saratoga ST
Boston, Mass
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