Ostrich Watchdog of War Front Stuns British Soldiers
A New York Journal account from the front in South Africa describes how ostriches accompany Boer and British troops, with one bird near General Mathaert’s Modder River position. The bird acts as a sentry, sometimes guarding the camp, swallowing matches, and reputedly capable of scaring wealth and guarding horses, described as a formidable substitute for a watchdog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honth Africa
South Africa
Tha Sterd
Mathaert
New York Journal
Indigo in Colonial Times And The Indigo Trade
Indigo working in the colonies grew from Antigua to Carolina, with George Liticus’s daughter Mina Eliza at center. An Englishman Cromwell taught the process, yielding profits and a large flow of funds for education, as bounty payments and shipments supported colonial settlement and schooling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Longman's Magazine
Jadles
George Liticus
Caroling
Antigis
Mina Eliza
Antigua
Dny
Carolina
Gov. Eneas
Eliza
England
America
Kent Tojschool
Philadelphia
Monument Found Hidden in Harz Auttia Underbrush
A seven foot granite monument in Upper Harzauttia undergrowth bears an inscription from 1747 noting potato cultivation trials. It states German peasants initially disliked potato introduction but King Frederick II supported its adoption by forging ties with neighboring regions. The Harzers' voluntary adoption is commemorated as a memorial Fiat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antelléa Brandhal
Harzauttia
Hera
Frere
Frederick Iiy
Fomettana
Bilesia
Daly's gallery of curiosities and theatre relics in New York
The collection, sold by dyodurt near New York, includes David Garrick's desk with a Hamlet painting, Kean's stage sword, and many rare books and death masks. A portrait of Peg Wolfrington by Hogarth is also present among the items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tolid
Dillong
Shakespeare
Peg Woftington
Hogarth
Unclear OCR fragment on plague myths in Japan prompts caution
Fragmentary text references hats Yoni misprints and Asian gods amid reports of Buponte plagues in Japan. Language is garbled with stray phrases and questionable terms, leaving the core events and entities unreadable and unsatisfactory for definitive summary.
Phantom trickster duped in bold street farce in Paris
A London telegram recounts a curious Paris fraud where an amateur impostor posed as a ghost to extort money from a retired merchant, aided by a supposed murdered son. The ruse collapsed after Cordier and his son tricked the phantom, leading to the impostor’s arrest and a police action for fraud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parla Nuch
Giaat
Eix-Busliesa
London
Apititi
Iis
M. Cardier
Masaés
M. Btordiér
Balht Bulptod
M. Cordlét
Éaine Hopie
Tonguln
Mah B
Pirdtes
Gholat
Cordier Senior
Tonquin
Early Lamps and Wicks in Ancient Lighting Practices
The article explains how early lamps used rush pith as wick material, prepared by cleaning, drying, and binding. Iron lamps formed in stone molds by smiths featured two cups for oil and wick, with a movable upper cup to adjust oil flow and wick position. Variations include continental and Egyptian forms, families of lamp designs, and regional fuel differences such as Scotch lamps using fish oil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gol Jectora
Ghops
Corrast
Egypt
Lake of Sulphurid Acid on Sulphur Island
Tit-Bits describes a central Sulphur Island lake near New Zealand. It spans fifty acres, twelve feet deep and fifteen feet above sea level, with water heated to about 110 F. The green water holds hydro loria and shipburta as fumes roll off the caldron. Near blasts and roaring steam, dangerous conditions deter approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sulphur Island
New Zealand
Absorption of Motnson Telegraph Completes West Union Buy
Col R C Clowry, vice president of Western Union Telegraph Company, finishes purchase of all lines of the Western Telegraph company previously run by the Mormon church. The lines span Utah and reach Idaho and Nevada settlements, built ahead of railroads. They served as the churchs principal rapid communication and business ties for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Motnson Telegraph
Col. R. C. Clowry
Western Union Telégraph Company
Weseret Telégraph Company
Mormon Church
Utah
Idaho
Nevada
Brigham Young
Fragmented News Item on Obscure Event
A damaged OCR snippet shows unclear names and places. Readable parts mention an action or event without clear participants or dates. The fragmentary text implies a local or municipal note but lacks verifiable details to identify entities or outcomes.
Modern Dentistry: Art and Intensity of Dental Work
Baltimore News recounts 19th century dental practices describing porcelain inlays, gold crowns, and tooth fillings. It notes the porcelain matching tooth shade, aesthetics of display, and a patient’s desire to engrave initials for marriage, alongside commentary on modern techniques and patient choices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alelil
T. Acarna
John
Thomas
Richard
Baltimore News
Shylock in Japanese at Boston Theater shows mixed results
A Boston Herald report reviews Japanese adaptations of The Merchant of Venice and Scarlet Snow staged by Sakokut and others. It notes heavy dialogue and limited pantomime, with changes such as a Japanese usurer and Portia as judge, ending with tragedy. Scarlet Snow features a brutal hand to hand fight and a Perry-era treaty backdrop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Kawakami
Hoston Herald
Portia
Biroleuy
Commodore Perry
Japan
Tako Kamon
Yacco
Mikami
Schoolhouse Tenants Rise in Pay and Reform
The Apanieh system housed teachers and families in school property with rent and in-kind wages. Many have not been paid for two and half years under American occupation. Salaries range from 75 to 80 dollars monthly, principals get 10 more, and teaching certificates will be required after August 1.
From Candles to Electric Light in Siberia
In a nineteenth century progress note, Siberia rapidly shifts from candlelight to arc lamps and electric lighting. The population adapts to electricity, with careful maintenance and infrequent accidents. The piece notes their immunity to certain dangers and mentions unconventional attire amid this transition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siberia
Octopus Attack at Ostend Aquarium Astonishes Spectators
An ichthyologist studies a small octopus three feet across in a tank at Ostend. The eight tentacles lash and grip a man's finger as the creature turns colors from white to yellow and black. A second octopus harms itself during the encounter, releasing ink that stains the water black as spectators watch the dramatic struggle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twi
Grewcoms
Ostend
Thies
Mwa Doung
Gulf
Fexioo
Tontara Alifornia
Moylti
Qoonster
Patient praises Pain Batch as relief for rheumatism
W H L Stipleton of Minie Pa writes that after years of rheumatism and trying many remedies he found Pain Batch the best medicine he has used. The testimonial notes one application removes the pain and credits Stovhr's Pharmacy for the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. HL. Stipleton
Minie
Stovhr
Pharmitey
The Best Cough Cute ie Shiloh's Oni
A neglected cough endangers Blop ik at ohee with Shilol's Cut-For gale by W.H Winke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
Ohee
Shilol
Gale
W.H Winke
DeWitts Witch Hazel and Pain Balm Advertisements
An old newspaper ad fragment promotes DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Silver for skin ailments, piles, and rheumatic relief, claiming rapid strengthening and soothing effects. Also recommends Chamberlain’s Pain-Balm for pain relief after minor injuries and various swift cures, with product availability at Stoehr’s Pharmacy and other outlets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Morb
K. P
Boonville
Trd
DeWitt
Stoehr
Pharmnay
Best Selling Electric Bitters, A Belleville Druggist Says
Abraham Hare of Belleville Illinois writes that Electric Bitters are the best selling bitters he has handled in 20 years. The tonic purports to aid digestion liver kidneys bowels nerves and overall vitality. Sold by all druggists for 50 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abraham Hare
Belleville
Vitor
Wonlai
New Town Opportunity in Northwestern Minnesota
The notice promotes a pioneer chance in a new town along the OR & N Ry lines in northwestern Minnesota. It highlights healthy climate, fair gills, and proximity to rail access, inviting settlers to invest and relocate as broader business grows. Prospectors are urged to contact Thos H Brown or Toyenetts Agt rewlings in Oak. De Witts Tyttle is advertised as a liver cleanser and tonic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OR @&N Ryta
Towa
Ind
Minnesota
Jair Gills Co
Uw Good
Galintry
Wésdom
H Brown
Toyenetts Agt
Playing Cards Offer From Cedar Rapids Route Company
Ambiguous ad copy announces playing cards of fine quality by BC R & NRy with prices two packs for 25 cents and 1.50 per dozen. Instructions mention money orders to General Passenger Department, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with postage paid. Also includes a testimonial about Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Mzatts
BC R & Nry
Deyiurtment Bocr&nry
Votda
Tailor Robert Evans Ad Promises Low Prices and Quick Service
An old advertisement shows merchant tailor Robert Evans offering 90 styles at low charges with quick, careful work. It lists samples, satisfaction guarantees, and services like pressing and alterations. The ad mentions a shop location near the Bank and includes other product notes and names.
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Tim Mongy
Shylock
Wes Chenges
Shutedpeare's Great
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Karl
A. Sweet
Hartford
I. Pinte
Stochi
Blug
de Witt
Elgin
Elgins
Iowa
eLipit Et Elgin
Ehrlich & Lawrence
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Northwoot
Hel Judes
R. Ftca
Alannkes
N.E
Wg, Stace
Janper
E. Nicklaus
C. Thets
Selmi Thog
Fridtson
Mareill
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Ry Oy
Scot
Peeryeoun
Rabam
Gruthmar
Migs
Solitiug
Misa Bertha Abbey
A. Belson
W. IL Finke
John Lehman
Treas
B.J. Cupper
G. Ly Braltiivgnauy
C. J, Becker
Stoolir
Ruy
Perry
Jsitep Brethren
Tuiulson
Prate
Cneh Witerhale
Geliool
Inglihes Tnt Saandentecer
Donauniptior
B. S. Edwards
Ublisher
Atabhi
Ra. Apm
Robert. Evans
Firat
Patarth
Wu Mayhew
Merton
Vout Rowtdeh
the Modern Remedy CO
Kewanee, Il
Wailst
Bebewitt ,Co
Chicago
Ge East
Marne
Satan
Scientific Almericatt
Ero
Bold Way
New York
York
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