FOREIGNERS AT MEALS IN CHINA DESCRIBED IN TALE
A narrator recalls a crowd of Amoy locals gawking at a foreign traveler during meals. Landlords threaten disruption, while guests ask intrusive questions about ancestry, marriage, and income. Descriptions of inns on great roads note squalid rooms, shared kitchens, and modest rates with food extras.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bos
Stich
China
Mayland
Aditile
Amoy P
Munchausen
Dean Swift
Jane
Tescean
Heavenly Union
A Sister's Right and a Saratoga Mentioned Affair
The exchange hints at a romantic entanglement linked to Ethel White. A couple discusses a relationship that began last June at Saratoga, with a tone suggesting familiarity and tension between partners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Ethel White
Darling
Saratoga
New York
Sian
The Edects of Novel Reaaling and Dram Drinking
The article argues voracious novel reading dulls real nourishment like excessive drinking. It suggests readers seek constant excitement, rejecting calmer, ordinary life. A moral shock is proposed as the cure, exposing fiction as hollow and melodramatic. London Spectator is cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
London Spectator
Care of Domestic Valants Across Oceans
A New York City letter contrasts English and American attitudes to pets. It praises Lord Burdett Coutts for humane care of animals at Holly Lodge Highgate and argues wealthy New Yorkers should adopt similar practices, or consider humane euthanasia to spare cats from street life in summer heat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
America
New York
Epire
Ming
Baroness Burdett-Coutts
Holly Louige
Highgate
Adoptoy
Watford
Mitch
Globe
Slavery Among Agta and Human Comparisons
A fragmented report contrasts Agta slavery with human bondage, noting masters in social hierarchies become dependent and inactive while subjugated individuals grow helpless. It cites experiments and ends with reflections on diminishing slaveholders and a quote attributed to Ivan Panin about noble and brilliant thoughts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nature
New York Star
Canned Goods Poisoning: Almond of Air Spoilage Myth
Medical authorities dismiss the idea that canned foods are inherently dangerous. They note occasional imperfect seals allow spoilage, but most canned goods remain safer than many fresh foods. Ptomaines form in decomposing matter, more often from spoiled meat fish milk cheese or ice cream, not fruits in tins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seare
Bo Shurber
Longfellow and the Plagiarism Charge Story
A New York paper shares gossip about Henry Wadsworth Longfellow facing plagiarism rumors tied to the Indian poet Wie watha and The Kalevala. The publisher pressures a response as sales rise, and Longfellow remains quiet while the press and publisher push to address the allegation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Longfellow
Wiewatha
Finland
Laongtellos
Mr Longfellow
Arain Longfellow
Long
Langyfellow
Langfellow
Storage of life traits in heredity report by Dr. Benjamin Ward Hicherdson
The document discusses heredity and storage of life traits, arguing the organism stores vital qualities when balanced by temperaments like sanguine and choleric. It notes eye color, skin tone, and temperament as indicators, and suggests heredity favors long-term vitality when disturbances are minimized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjanta Ward Hicherdson
Obesity and Health Risks in Women and Men
A Shirley Dare letter argues obesity harms health and longevity. It claims stoutness worsens heart function, mental power, and vitality, affecting children of stout women. It criticizes sedentary work and urges balanced meals and activity to improve fitness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marasnis
Shirley Dare
Forests Sustain Fish Supply Through Water and Food
The note explains that fish propagation needs more than water. It urges preserving forests to maintain dew and a steady water and food supply. It warns new forests on barren land will boost fish feeding as hotels face dry seasons.
Humorous tale of courtship mishaps in Loniville
The Chicago Herald reports a gathering of married couples where wives secured husbands in odd ways. One woman sparked a proposal by striking a match for him, another drenched him with dishwater from a kitchen window, and a municipal worker was won after a hose was turned on him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liskin
Soule
Loniville
Chicago Herald
World horse totals show US in second place in defense data
A late war department list places Russia with 21 570 000 horses and the United States with 9 500 000, followed by Argentina 4 000 000, Austria 3 500 000, Germany 3 350 000, France 2 900 000, and Britain 2 710 000. Canada Spain Belgium Denmark Australia Netherlands Portugal and others are noted with varied totals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
War Department
Washington
Russia
America
Argentine Republic
Austria
Germany
France
England
Canada
Spain
Belgian
Denmark
Australia
Holland
Portugal
New York Mail and Express
Positive remedy for consumption advertised by H. W. Slocum
An 19th century advertisement claims a cure for consumption sent by H. W. Slocum of 81 Pearl Street New York. It invites readers to mail their address to receive two bottles of the remedy free. The notice urges timely action and promises permanent cures for hopeless cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Barron
Slocum
Moc
Pearl St
New York
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Che Dillon Eribune
Bherttsen
Doston Commercial Bulletin
Ivan Panin
Steory
Levitfebteow
California
THE
Akest
Eccordville
St Yan Cin
Arietine Med
Aufornin
Santa Arie
Pris
Rova
Rowan Dakin
Powans Co
Ae Wall St
New Verd
Nathoe Na
United
Prelens
Montana
Iss
Athol, Wright
Navier Menois
Manmich
Benaverhead County
Monta ‘Perriten
Randall Lode
Blue Wing
Beaverhead County
Montana Territory
Randall
Meta Steel
Dillon
Meaverhead
Mortana
Nettie
Wilson
Galigher
Amede Besset
S.W. Lancuoune
Meister
Idaho Street
Helena Sts
Mrs. A Bray
Proprietras
Eter
Tharties
Bator Elder
Mannaca
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