Yachts compare for America's Cup race between Valkyrie and Defender
A historical note analyzes the differences between Valkyrie and Defender as contenders for the America's Cup. It discusses hull types, centerboard versus deep keel, sail area, displacement, and waterline length, noting Defender's keel design and Valkyrie's greater canvas and depth. The article also highlights evolving design toward the American model and away from traditional English cutter traits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valkyrie
Burgess
Herreshoff
Lord Dunraven
Britannia
Ailsa
Valayrie
Cos Virtlant
Tay
Theo Defender
Lord Dunrayeas
Lewd Deane
Gresser
Gor
Wickes to Join McVicker's Theater Cast in Chicago
Florence Wickes, youngest daughter of Vice-President Wickes of Pelmen company, signs with manager Jobe Dean for a leading role in McVicker's Theater Ang. She will support Gladys Waite and star in Veneer’s production and perform in Fatchon as leading lady. Wickes is currently in New York with her mother for voice training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Wickes
Wickes
Pelmen Company
Gon Barrett
Mensger Jobe
Dean
Ert Sexsos
Gladys Waite
Serann
MsVicker
Ang
Machelen
Ts. Clay
Greene
Fatchon
McVicker's
New York
Gorgey Bond
Erie
Armeang
Bawaerd H Fave
Richard Mansfield
Mweserg Fo OM
Joseph Hedigead
Ly Party
Garrick Theater
Admiral’s Company
Knrigfieg Maude Herrisoun
Meee Farnkin
Olyer
Creace Flutter
Lawrence Mule
Orif Eth
Hage Toland
A. Maevis
Bo Fievion
Lawrence Baginger
Ocig Skinner
Feand Opera House
Chirag
Skinner
Filia Grace de Grammor
Clyce Fitch
Por
Zenda
E. H. Seihern Wit
Angest
Lyceem
Darel Frohmer
Grace Kierber
Shotwell
Rowland Birksidse
Hewart Godlé
Morse Setten
Woodeill
Srider Lawresce
A. Melenghhs
Filockton
Walsers
Saxe Sothers
Jobe Batt
Coe Bendeed
Toadond
Lawander
Dia
Ste
Theta
Callanta
Piis
Betty
Bey Deere
Pepe
Fey Bare
Syed Ain
Dan Crane recalls Brouthers and umpire clash at Pals Grounds
Bam Crane tells a story about Dan Brouthers reacting to a decisive umpire call at Pals Grounds. He notes Brouthers cared little for money, valued a five dollar bill, and quips about paying a fine to Louisville or mortgage matters. The tale references former stars Jim White and Jack Rowe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pals
Bam Crane
Das Brouthers
Dan
Louisville
Jim
Downer the Flyer in British Championship Prospect
Rival Scotland’s champion sprinter Downer gains attention as a rising star, with American observers watching his progress against British contenders. The London Athletic Club and Scottish representatives back Downer amid a season of strong showings and a planned London New York duel on track.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London A.C
New York
Downer
Laxi
Studenta
Myer
Hradley
C. Bredin
Mitah
Esiauels Aa
Seefohan
Hia
Tera Killaburgh
Sigr Tremler
Peluadus
IMM
Gil Brads
Daniale
Bie
Lascie Spotud
Beld
Tag
Diamond Robbery Threat Looms Over Leander and Mabel
Leander Clarke grows wealthy by securing his future with his wife Mabel Thorpe amid scandal. Burglars target their diamonds prompting a tense night as Mabel feigns calm and Leander confronts crime and pride. The couple's bond strains under wealth, virtue, and deception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leander ‘Clarke
Mabel Thorpe
Hall
Leander
Mabel
Mattyrs
Aegel
Leander Clarke
Sam
Cooney
China
Leander Het & Chaner Te Bey Catewhe
Littie Am
Bones and joints shape the human frame in learning notes
A teacher explains bones give motion and structure, detailing joints like ball and socket and hinge, how bones break when burned or soaked, and why some skeletons appear external. An apprentice shares shaving lesson images, while probate actions involve Hetty Green’s estate with seven changes and $700 objections filed.
Humorous Old Fashioned Exchange and Local Banter
A fragment from a periodical features humorous verse and urban chatter about Pumpkinville games, gossip and a mock fashion insert. The piece blends light sports banter about drinks between bases, quirky ads, and a parody of social scenes with characters like Tailor and a hotel waiter.
Game with Streng Feoteres
The text reads like a garbled sports item with unclear details and several misspellings. It mentions a game, a player biting something, and an unclear scoring or privilege concept, leaving the core event and participants ambiguous.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gusmer Cisses
Accountel Kies
Fragmented OCR Scene Outlines Poverty in Haiti and New York
The readable fragments reference Haiti and New York with mentions of poverty, police, and a person named Dharwaa. The text shows garbled phrases about markets, photography, and various localities, with no clear single event or outcome. It reads like a jumble of OCR errors from a historical page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Boone Bhp
Eghes
New York
Fragmented protest dialogue in early newspaper excerpts
A garbled collection of quoted exchanges shows characters arguing over violence fear and politics. The passages mention editors lawyers teachers and shoppers with stray names and places scattered through the text.
Unfaithful Partner Abandons Roommate and Wife
A quarrel erupts as Mr Friendly accuses his partner of absconding with $2509 of funds and leaving his wife behind after months of flirting. Mr Coupen condemns the betrayal and marital strife outlined in the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr Friendly
Coupen
Promising Words Clash Over Wedding Happiness
A brief exchange shows a hopeful suitor pledging to make the daughter happy while the prospective father-in-law questions the meaning of such a vow and expresses cautious optimism about the match.
Friesdéry Encouragemen Scene A Somcert
Fragmentary note hints at a distinguished amateur preparing for a bid in politics and a public appearance. Names, dates, or locations are unreadable. The item reads like a brief civic or social notice with uncertain details.
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Pein
Vale Yrie
EL Melego
Io Scottland
Leanders
Gema
Bimn
Airyohare
Phoys Pe
Midgieteen
Meee
Coma
Haekie
Mars
Hetty Greens
Make
Pumphinville—& Fashion
Kote
Midsam
Vere
Tila
Jalus
Wile Reada
Ineam
Pumpkinville
Tallor
Detric Tribune
Wusioows
Deano Wayback
Cruftty
Mian Cayenne
Washington
Prwv Pry
Verity Elaesdie
JD Tear
Atlenta
Caries
Meretsuk
Intignapalis
Remy
Brooklyn
Asa
Friesdéry
Somcert
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