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Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1889

Page

4

Hugh Morris the Welsh bard eludes army scouts near Ceiriog

The famed Round head Hugh Morris of Errw Gerrig eluded two detective contingents sent from Shrewsbury to capture him. Guides led them to a mountain field where Morris, disguised as a cowman, vanished into ravines and shrouds, prompting a long pursuit across Ceiriog valley before his ultimate escape and forced exile.

Hugh Morris Cromwell Y Pandy Ceirier North Wales Erin Gerrig Morris Wales Oliver Cromwell Ogalisits Jlugh Morris Great Western Railway Shrewsbury Chester Ruabon Llangowen Ceiriog Chirk Glyn Ceiriog Ceixiog Pandy Nanthir Errw Gerrig Morris Maide Ugh Morris Hugh ‘Morris Tem Coe Chicago Tribune

Largest Steam Engine Built for Italian Cruiser Sardegna

The largest steam engine in the world, built for the Italian cruiser Sardegna, uses four triple expansion engines that can operate together or separately to deliver 22 000 nominal or 25 000 actual horsepower. Twin screws drive the ship, with two engines per screw. one screw can be stopped for turning, or each screw can run with one engine for normal speed, while extra engines can be connected to boost power. The Sardegna also carries twenty compound auxiliary engines for boiler feeding and draught, plus various single-cylinder machines.

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Pupil Criticizes Sunday School Teacher over Piety

A boy at dinner complains that his Sunday school teacher is too small and pious. The family debates whether the teacher should adjust his manner to appear more winsome while remaining sincere.

A Mountain Play Echoes Custom Kiss Games

Washington Post reports on a mountain tradition where youths hold a Kissing Game night. The master of ceremonies leads a playful exchange of pines for a kiss, prompting blushes and laughter as couples chase and capture partners amid rowdy mountaineer humor. The bride in the tale finally becomes the evening’s central toast, as suitors pine for her.

North Carolina Arabella Jane Apthorp Enawin Piain Washington

Experimental evidence on rowing training benefits at Oxford and Cambridge

Inquiries over forty years of about three hundred Cambridge and Oxford crew members, led by Dr. Maclaren of Oxford University gymnasium, suggest physical training yields increased stamina energy enterprise and endurance. He argues mental and moral gains accompany physical gains, noting that failure in life often stems from inability to endure trials rather than physical weakness.

Cambridge Oxford University Maclaren Univesity Gymnasium Oxford

Picture Book Carried Scarlet Fever Across Two Generations

A trunked picture book, once a boy’s amusement in 1856, survives 26 years and reportedly transmits scarlet fever to a 2-year-old in 1872 after being brought from England by the editor’s sister-in-law. Doctors note the unlikely but intriguing transmission path and the mystery of the cure.

England Boston Post

American Cosmopolitan Encounter and Bear Killing Feat

A Boston woman compliments the translator Philistrates in Saxony, prompting the king of Saxony to praise American boldness. Nearby, Robert Brown near Fox Hollow claims he killed a 110 pound bear with a bare fist after choking it unconscious, then sharing the meat with local residents, amid skepticism about his feats.

Boston Saxony America Grosse Garten Robert Brown Fox Hollow Edgeville Catskill Mountain Brown Kingston Freeman

Evening walk after moderate dinner urged for health

The London Globe argues that daily movement and fresh air are essential for health. After a light lunch, a moderate dinner, and a walk from 8:30 to 9:30 pm, one can feel refreshed, sleep better, and reduce bodily toxins. Night air is harmless with proper wrapping. Persistent practice should prove beneficial.

London Globe

Turkish Schoolroom Scene in Istanbul Citizens

The article describes Turkish pupils learning the Koran and Muhammedan faith, reciting in unison under a stern teacher, and then turning toward Mecca to pray. After lessons a candy seller appears with Turkish delights and confections, followed by a water carrier offering spring water from a pigskin bucket.

Muhomet Mecca

Garouin University of Morocco Described as Leading Muslim Institution

The London Globe notes Garouin University in northern Africa as the greatest Muslim educational center. About 700 students and 40 professors study Koran commentary, law, dogma, grammar, rhetoric, logic, astronomy, arithmetic, geography, Nus Islamic literature, and talismanic sciences. Diplomas are highly valued and confer prestige in the Muslim world.

Mussulman Africa University of Garouin Morocco Nussulman London Globe

The High Cost of a Corrida in Modern Spain

The article breaks down the expenses of a bullfight, estimating costs for bulls, horses, espadas and cuadrillas, attendants, plaza rent, and taxes. It notes a full house gate around £2,000 and cites Guerita, a famed espada in his mid twenties, with sixty four corridas contracted at £220 each.

Espada Guerrita

Gas Fueled Carriage From Munich Generates Power From Benzine

A Munich firm builds a three wheel carriage powered by gas produced from benzine. The hidden rear engine ignites the gas in a closed cylinder by an electric spark. Benzine is stored under the seat and feeds the generator drop by drop for about seventy five miles. Speed is controlled by a hand lever and a chain linked to the rear axle. The vehicle reaches ten miles per hour on open road and slower in crowds. A quart of benzine lasts about one hour.

Munich Detroit Pice Press

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