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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1899
Page
7
The passage speculates on world population and military power, claiming 44 250 000 men could mobilize instantly. It imagines a global force circling the Earth and jokes about traveling to relay orders by express train. It states a hypothetical extermination rate of thirty three people per soldier.
A curious Belgian tale tells of two storks building a nest in a village letter box. The mother laid eggs and hatched twelve chicks while the postman, police, and local churchman protected the family. The scene ends with the birds thriving under village care.
The Syracuse Standard notes the typewriter’s rapid global reach from Africa’s heart to Polar ice. It travels with armies and fleets, survived the Maine, and graces royal courts from Russia to Spain, with ivory keys and enamel finishes praised by nobles.
A wide list contrasts nineteenth century breakthroughs with earlier ages, noting Railways Steamships Telegraphs the telephone lighting photography and related scientific advances. The page blends science with anecdotes from fashion to travel and public notices, including railway timetables and civic curios.
C A Parsons plans a 206 foot steam turbine river steamship to push 6 000 horsepower. The vessel aims for 35 knots or 40 mph, twice the length and six times the width of a rival design. It seeks speeds near 45 miles per hour and promises five times the power of the Terbiris.
A brief verse urges kindness over bickering and pride. It questions the value of victory achieved through harsh words and highlights the lasting harm to human brotherhood. The author signs as W. H. J. and calls for consideration and empathy.
Chief Engineer W. T. Manning of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad introduces a new rail design claimed to cut costs by 87 percent per ton per year and extend rail life by adding metal on the head and wear side. A test is planned on the Halti more and Ohio Railroad with 1000 tons from Carnegie Steel and 600 tons ordered by the Pittsburg and Western.
A humorous exchange from the Cleveland Leader notes a city reporter's caution about a wedding metaphor. The groom leading the bride to the altar is deemed inappropriate in this case and prompts reflection on phrasing. The piece hints at prior romantic ties and the awkward tension of reporting.
An advertisement promotes Syrup of Figs as a superior laxative made by the Catharsia Fig Syrup Co and Califounia Fig Syrup Co. It stresses originality, non irritation, and non nausea while urging buyers to remember the company name to avoid imitations.
Notice cites a Kentucky court ruling affecting the California Fig Syrup Co and bans Frangio Uo CaI Louisville and WLW form. The document lists parties and a regulatory action with proceedings in Louisville.
The February Ledger Monthly presents a five color reproduction from the Academy of Design Portrait Show in New York. It highlights a famed fashion portrait by Carlo Bhoiues and promotes a yearly subscription with free January and March issues.
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