Exotic dishes across the globe entice American appetites
A National Geographic summary notes frog legs top American menus with cities like New York Chicago and San Francisco consuming millions yearly. It surveys international cuisines from seaweed and eel to iguana and shark and describes exotic delicacies and farming in regions from Japan and Korea to Africa and Europe.
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National Geographied Society
Washington, D.C
WNY
New York City
Chicago
San Francisco
New Orleans
Los Angeles
California
Louisiana
United States
Massachusetts
New England
Japan
Tokyo Bay
China
Bilboa
Spain
Mexico
Africa
Negroes
Malay Peninsula
Greenland
Political career quoted by Senator Sorghum
A dialogue about the rewards of political life. Sorghum concedes little pecuniary benefit, saying politics brings anxiety but few rewards. He notes new conditions may tempt retirement. The exchange ends with a wry remark about getting out being the sole privilege.
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Senator Sorghum
Dull party ends as Mr Dubb considers leaving
Conversation between Mr. Dubb and Miss Sweet reveals the party’s tedium and a plan to go home, signaling a shift away from the stagnant social scene.
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Mr. Dubb
Miss Sweet
Diplomatic Approach Exchange Over Five Dollar Debt
A brief dialogue shows a man inviting another to meet next Saturday at 3 p.m. to settle a five dollar debt, hinting at a personal dispute and potential repayment. The tone suggests a casual prelude to a confrontation or negotiation over money.
Gossip Compared to Men Discussing Public Figures
Miss Cayenne notes that women gossip about each other, comparing the chatter to a group of men discussing someone prominent in public office. The exchange hints at lingering stereotypes about female social talk and public interest.
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Miss Cayenne
Doctor’s Car Flat Tire Visit At Local Garage
A physician arrives at the Professional Billing Garage seeking a service quote for a flat tire. The owner diagnoses the case as perimeter flatulence and quotes a five dollar charge.
Fragmentary Voices on Life and Smoking
A clipped dialogue shows a man warning about smoking and a boy dismissing the risk, expressing defiant indifference after claiming to have seen everything. The exchange hints at themes of youth rebellion and fatalism.
Neighborly Exchange Sparks Daily Apartment Quarrel
Neighbors report a couple in the next apartment has fought daily for over a week. The exchange suggests reciprocal listening has become a topic of local chatter.
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John
Hospital Food Comment Sparks Patient Complaint
A hospital staffer and patient clash over dining portions and a slice of red meat described as a postage stamp. The exchange highlights concerns about care and meal quality within the facility.
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Cily
Privacy Question Sparks Public Confrontation on Veranda
A tense exchange unfolds as a man seeks a kiss in front of onlookers and the woman deflects, insisting they discuss the matter later outside on the veranda. The moment underscores social pressure and boundaries in a crowded setting.
Whales Off New York and Trinity Church’s Shore Privilege
The article recounts whale sightings near the Atlantic and mentions a historic Trinity Church charter granting rights to all whales cast ashore in New York Province. It notes a 1697 patent authorizing seizure and sale of wrecks to fund church construction, with later extension to Nassau Island drifted whales.
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Esse ‘Boies
Simmons
Mozambique
Green Run
Vin
Davy Jones
Atlantic
New York Harbor
Long Island
East Hampton
Church of England
High
New York
Trinity
Nassau
New York Times
Golfers Profanity Sparks Caddy Quip at Franklin Park
Dr J Whitcomb Brougher formerly of Los Angeles now in Boston played golf at Franklin park. On the seventh hole his drive sliced and rolled awkwardly down the slope. The caddy, after a sharp retort, explained he used the profanity since the doctor was too ignorant to cuss himself.
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J. Whitcomb Brougher
Boston
Los Angeles
Franklin Park
Doctor Brougher
The Subtle Sex The Dear Daughter Affectionate Ly
The passage presents a playful exchange where a daughter declares intent to marry Bob to remain near her father. The father expresses affection and reluctance at separation, framing a domestic decision as a shared family moment.
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Bob
What we free give forever is our own Granville
A compact motto attributed to Granville declaring freedom as a lasting personal possession. The quote emphasizes self ownership and enduring liberty.
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Granville
Doctors Recommend Fellows' Syrup For Restored Nerves
The passage touts Fellows' Syrup as a tonic that revives frayed nerves and tired bodies. It promises quick overall improvement and urges readers to obtain a bottle from their druggist, noting doctors endorse the remedy.
Eagle causes power outage between Dodge City and Bucklin
Investigators found a six foot white headed eagle with a rabbit in its claws caused a short circuit by falling on power lines between Dodge City Kansas and Bucklin. The incident halted service amid unusual sighting in the region.
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Dodge City
Kan
Bucklin
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promoted for Mothers and Babies
A broad claim highlights Dr W B Caldwell’s fifty years of practice in Illinois and Pratt County records of over three thousand births with no maternal or infant loss. The ad urges using Syrup Pepsin for infants and adults to ease constipation, improve digestion, and relieve sluggishness, touting its pleasant taste and availability in drugstores.
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Pratt County
W. B. Caldwell
Illinois
Dr. Caldwell
Odd Industries in British Isles
A writer in Pearson's Weekly surveys unusual trades in Britain. An Armenian outdoor watch repairer operates near Westminster, a bacon cure uses hickory smoke, walrus whisker collectors supply toothpicks to the East, and a single England based leather skinner once sold skin for grafting.
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Westminster Cathedral
Stratton Ground
London
England
Pearson’s Weekly
British Isles
Comedian Sparks Laughter in Distant Pantomime
A fragment captures a comedian delivering pantomime with audiences roaring with laughter heard far away. The excerpt mentions Montreal Star and a distant audience reacting to the performance.
Soldier earns two hundred pounds for service abroad
The report notes a soldier received two hundred pounds as compensation for his efforts and has since spent time in hospitals across different regions for related missions.
Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets Liver and Bowels Ad Claim
The ad touts Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as the original small liver fills from 60 years ago claimed to regulate liver and bowels.
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Dr. Pierce
Autos Lost in Fog halt Harringay dog track meet
Autos were abandoned at Harringay near London as dense fog halted the dog racing meet. Spectators faced chaos as cars could only move slowly and drivers were guided by pedestrians with handkerchiefs on their backs.
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Harringay
London
Stage Set As She Buys Current Book For Honor
A woman hurries to entertain an literary honoree by purchasing his new book and directing the parlor maid to prepare it for the guest. She notes he may read aloud, asking to cut the leaves for rapid access.
Hardest Work Is Preventing a Man From Knowing You See Through Him
A concise reflection notes the difficulty of masking perception in social interaction. The saying emphasizes psychological insight and the challenge of appearing unfazed when understanding another’s true thoughts.
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Asia Minor
New Guinea
Maryland
Baltimore
Wether
Belgian Congo
Madagascar
Mull
Nice
Naples
Spreewald
Germany
France
Europe
Alps
Paris
Engi Og Spe
The
Philippines
Little Sister
Big Sister
New- York Province
Fellows Syrup
U.S. Pat
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