Highway instruction opinions from Prof Hong cited in paper
A university paper on Highway Engineering cites Prof. W. R. Hong of the University of Minnesota proposing methods to teach road building. The article emphasizes student sympathy, history, transportation context, professional societies, state laws, road visits, and active educator involvement in civil engineering highway work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Hong
University of Minnesota
National Road Association
State
Cycle Ehibs
Hoag
Christianity and Good Roads Duty to the people
A discussion cites William Ivry of the New York Commercial Advertiser arguing Christianity should push for improved transportation. It links rapid transit cheap fares and better country roads to suburban migration, lower city rents, less crowded tenements, healthier morals, and a sweeter earth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Ifvury
New York
Wellman Polar Expedition Builds Northern House Network
Walter Wellman reports from Franz Josef Land on August 2 1898 that his Far Northern starting point is near 80.06 N 58 W. The article notes the Warmsworth house near the pole and lists other northern habitations such as the Creely house at Lady Franklin Bay and the Pike house at Danes Island.
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Tosef-Land
Leigh Smith
Bell Island
Jackson
Gape Flora
Lady Franklin Bay
Walden Island
Greely
Cape Sabine
Washington
Ecowardice
Trent
Peary
Hils
Greenland Fee-Cap
Wellman
Ragnyald
Jape Flora
Arctic
Piaces
Cietee
Alfred ©. Harmsworth
London
Nansen
Lieut
Johansen
Mr Jackson
Pike House
Spitzbergen
Andree
Ita
Walter Wellman
Wellmnn
Franz-Josef-Land
Cape Tegetthoff
Franz-Josef- Tad
Lonvite
Greenwich
Wellman Polar Expedition
Warmsworth
Pole
Creely
Grinnell Land
Greenland
Pike
Danes
Double Two of Spades Brings Unlucky Run in Card Game
A London Mail report recounts a whist game where the two of spades appears as the bottom card in both packs, again in partner selection, and as the turn up card. After the streak, the dealer loses six rubbers in succession, challenging superstition about luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Priday
London Mail
Rainfall Volumes Across the United Kingdom
The article crunches rainfall figures for Britain and Ireland, noting annual totals like 9.26 trillion cubic feet and 258 billion tons. It compares weight to the earth’s depth and area, concluding that the annual rain is a tiny fraction of the total land mass, with playful comparisons such as 4,500,000 Forth bridges to Ludgate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Ireland
United Kingdom
British Isles
Ludgate
The Czar and His Vast Chinese Collection
The Czar of Russia likely owns more china than any other person. His vast collection, inherited from Catherine the Great, is stored in a vast closet inside the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Russia
Catherine the Great
Ralace
St. Petersburg
Invention of the Ballet Reported in Paris
A note credits the origin of the ballet to the Duchess of Malne in Paris, with the claim highlighting the art form’s European beginnings.
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Duchess of Zfalne
Paris
State lawmakers consider several bills and nominations
The Elections Committee backs Creger for Hancock Rush and Madison counties seat, while Elmer J. Stoner runs as Republican. The House passes a divorce remarry ban after noon caucus. votes to abolish the State Board of Sanitary Commissioners and create a State veterinary surgeon. Torrens land system gets county vote, pharmacy licensing advances, and governors vetoes on court sites and water works purchases face overrides. The Hammond court bill moves forward despite the governor’s veto.
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Senate
Frank W. Creger
Hancock
Rush
Madison
Elmer J. Stoner
House
State Board of Sanitary Commissioners
State Veterinary Surgeon
Torrens
Luke, Luperte and Porter Superior Court
Hammond
Michigan City
Lake and Laporte
Board of Pharmacy
Montpelier and State Bills Across House Actions
A compiled list shows Senate bills on gravel road funding text book advertising an appellate court land cession attorney fees and reforms in various rules. House bills include incorporation of St Joseph cashing railroads in cemeteries real estate conveyances by spouses reform school name and health board sections.
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Mount
Senate
State Board of Schoolbook Commissioners
St. Joseph
de Kalb
Council of Montpelier
Reform School For Girls and Women's Prison
State Board of Health
Not Married Yet by Sal and the Mountain Man
A country store scene shows Sal, the young girl, and her suitor in a strained stalemate. The girl’s father vents frustration that past proposals failed and vows no home wedding while the couple continues talking on the porch.
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Washington Star
Diamond rush at Nullagine prompts deadly scramble
Reported wild rush of miners in Nullagine Australia after diamond discovery triggers fears of fatalities as prospectors suffer health breakdowns from stress. Hostetter's Stomach Bitters is claimed to cure nerves and debility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nullagine
Australia
Hostetter
Unknown tropical paradise ruled by criminals found near Japan
A Bonin Isles discovery shows a colony where aliens and outlaws live freely with no taxes or government. The report notes a Japanese vessel found the refuge and predicts tighter control as Japanese dominion must be recognized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Outtawa
Bonin Isles
Japan
The
Isle
Grain-O Preparation Directions and Testimonial
Instructions for making Grain-O with one tablespoon per two cups of water, boiling briefly after water reaches heat, then serving with cream or hot milk. A quoted user testimonial claims continued use for ten days eliminates coffee habit.
The Sorrow for Sins PromOTES Amendment
A concise maxims note quotes Colton on repentance. It states that even minimal sorrow for sins suffices if it leads to amendment, while greater sorrow is useless without real change. It frames moral action as the measure of true contrition.
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Colton
Excellent Syrup of Figs Ad Claims Global Fame
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Co as a premier laxative remedy. It contrasts the true original product with imitations, touts medical endorsement, and notes the company uses leading publications to inform the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
California Pig Syrup Co
United States
Unhappy Reference Shows Borrowed Money Request
An old man is urged to brace up and take a cheerful view of life while being pressed to return $10 borrowed about a year and a half ago. The exchange references borrowing trouble and asks for repayment.
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Simpkins
Adison
St Jacobs Oil News Claim Promises Neuralgia Relief
Claimant asserts years of nerve misery could be eased by St Jacobs Oil for neuralgia and urges prompt use without delay. The wording emphasizes immediate action and relief from long standing pain.
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St. Jacobs
Moving Next Door to a Print Factory
Miss Hubleigh confesses a desire for an airy living atmosphere and expresses hope to realize it. Miss Winding recalls hearing someone say the move would place them beside a print factory, sparking reminiscence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hubleigh
Miss Winding
Coughs Lead to Consumption Prompts Remedy Pitch
An old advertisement promotes Kenp’s Balsam claiming it stops coughs instantly. It invites readers to visit their druggist for a free sample bottle and offers 25 and 63 cent bottle sizes with a warning that delays are dangerous.
Bicycle Squad Formed For Each German Cavalry Corps
Report states a bicycle squad is attached to every cavalry corps of the German army. The move aims to enhance reconnaissance and rapid troop movement across the front with fleets of riders stationed with each unit.
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Whitcomb
Marion
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Roots
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Schaal
Caraway
Artman
Strong
Indianapolis
Barlow
Roose
Neal
Wiarty
Steward
Carawan
Shirley
Uille Carning
Nic
Ing Insurance
Bronner
C. Klenk
Wells, Minn
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EB. Furton
Meade, Mich
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