Miner finds giant California nugget after flood burial
Oliver Martin, a young prospector, and his companion John Fowler rode a flood in California's canyon country in November 1854. Fowler perished in the torrent while Martin recovered an eighty pound gold nugget buried near a cliff after aiding in burial. Martin and an accomplice hauled the heavy nugget back to Camp Corona for safekeeping, facing disbelief from other miners.
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Oliver Martin
Yuba
Tidoumne
Hi Dorado
Gale Perak
John Fowler
Benton Dar
Martin
Fowler
Corona
Just Married Serenade Turmoil Sparks Neighborhood Whimsy
Newlyweds Mr Frank H Miller and wife of Philadelphia spent their honeymoon in Washington returning to a prepped home. Friends organized a loud horns parade followed by a Pinochle club member displaying a sign reading Just married oh what bite causing shocked crowd and a quick disappearance of the culprit.
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Pruel Jane
Frank H. Miller
Philadelphia
Washington
Jone
Origin of the phrase Thames on fire misinterpreted
The piece explains the origin of the saying about not setting the Thames on fire, tracing it to a rough corn grinding tool used by forefathers. A wooden handle passed through a hollowed stone created friction, generating heat and a spark, not a dramatic event.
Patriotism and French Art Policy in The Saturday Post
The piece argues that the French government buys American paintings to enrich France while the United States neglects its own. It cites Luxembo urg galleries and works by Whistler Sargent and Walden as examples and urges preservation of American art. It contends true patriotism lies in safeguarding national artistic achievements for the future.
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Mipres
Galeries
Tata
France
Francd
Luxembourg
United States
Whistler
Sargent
Walastler
Walden
Cardiff
Carmencitay
A.ing’g Ranaom
Lionel Walden
Washington, D. C
Saturday Post
Expedition to explore Malay Peninsula fauna and tribes
London led party includes N Annandale and H C Robinson to the Malay peninsula for a year. They will study pre Malayan negrito tribes in central Beningula, collect animals and plants, explore limestone caves, and examine birds to illuminate mimicry. Robinson brings dredges and nets to sample marine fauna and plans surface plankton collections during the voyage.
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London
Malay Peninsula
N. Annandale
H. C. Robinson
Zoological Department
University College
Liverpool
Jator
Lower
Siam
Patan
Bigeret
Negrita
Beningula
Robinson
Red Sea
Indian Ocean
Turquoise Boom in New Mexico Mines Drives US Output
America leads in turquois production with New Mexico deposits mined since ancient times. Stones reach 60 carats and rival Persian quality. Two firms produce over $200,000 yearly, turquoise color from copper phosphate, Egyptian stones more stable.
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New Mexico
Braid Returns to Men’s Coats in London Fashion Influx
English makers since last year supply American customers with coats trimmed in braid. The braid, once vanished from frock morning coats, is reappearing as a seasonable detail in men’s dress. New York fashions note the shift with London tailors staging the trend for this season.
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London
New York
Campaign Speech Fragment From Senator Bentos
Fragmentary OCR shows a campaign stage quote where Senator Bentos addresses a crowd, urging listeners to imagine future changes and the implications of progress. The readable text hints at a rhetorical call to consider the path ahead and the pace of societal evolution.
The Potato in History and World Reach
A Kansas City Journal survey notes the potato’s neglect in early compendia, traces its voyage from South America to Europe and North America, and contrasts its global spread with tobacco's rapid rise. It highlights how Virginia to New England routes reflected regional divides among early settlers.
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America
Great Britain
Ireland
Mexico
South America
Tropical American
Europe
Peru
Florida
Virginia
England
Sir John Hawkins
Royal Geographical Sociey
New England
Cme
Kansas City Journal
New Fibula Pins Seek Fashion Hold On Drapery
Women save money to buy fibulas described as new fashion pins for fastening drapery and neckties. Designs range from simple gold wire scrolls to ornate pieces with semiprecious stones, pearls, or diamonds. Prices listed from about $3 to $4 in the era, with some pieces featuring dangling gem clusters.
Philadelphia rail contractor recalls Munich courtesy lesson
A Philadelphia railroad contractor recently back from abroad recounts an Munich encounter showing the contrast in customs. Armed with introduction letters, he learned the need to inquire further after leaving the office and forgetting his hat. He returned to ask about one overlooked detail, correcting his lapse.
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Philadelphia
Munich
Aater
Monster coastal sea turtles lure hunters with giant weights
A Florida correspondent describes enormous sea turtles off the coast, weighing from 1200 to 1600 pounds, kept for long periods by captors and fed cabbage and greens. Hunters track the turtles by scent and water flow, while bears and other animals menace the nests and feeding grounds.
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Etnas
Miami
Tam
Srasses
Florida
Busy infant and feathered mischief in Washington
A Washington Post paragraph recalls an infant wide awake yet busy as he uses sticky hands to pluck feathers. The mother explains the feather removal routine as a tactic to keep him calm when visitors arrive, noting Algernon’s amused, patient effort and reflecting on the ethics of exploiting a child’s patience.
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Washington
Haley
Algernon
Washington Post
Wac for Warn Out Dimes and Worn Dime Handling
A Washington Star report quotes a treasury official stating that telephone slot machines remove worn-out dimes from circulation. Public telephones and druggists may accept mutilated or almost smooth dimes for phone use, prompting exchanges of worn coins for usable ones.
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Treasury
Washington Star
Mistaken Identity in a Detroit Journal Tale
The writer recalls a case of mistaken identity in a novel draft. The heroine misidentifies the villain as a dog and falls for life, but unplanned plot pivots forced a full local color rewrite and extended writing time beyond two weeks. The piece reflects on creative challenges and timing.
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Adem
Thia
Detroit Journal
Fashion notes on trimming gowns with net and silk folds
A fragment describes trimming silk or crepe gowns with net along the lower edge and alternating narrow bias folds. It mentions finishing the edge with net and an incrustation in silk, with related notes on fashion practices observed in town.
Indians of Mexico praised for strength and intellect
A Boston Herald writer extols Mexican Indians as clean blooded, sturdy, and mentally strong. He lauds loyalty and stamina, contrasts them with “civilized” urban life, and notes many eminent mixed-blood individuals. He argues nature favors their vigor and that modern comforts erode true manhood.
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Naubi
Mexico
Boston Herald
United States
Nietsche
Sierras
Northwest World's Fair Bite Association Discovers Site Claim
The Northwest World's Fair Bite Association asserts the Goodfellow avenue Goodfellow mansion site in northwest St. Louis is the historical location tied to Gov. Clarke and the Lewis and Clark era. They say the area suits a fair site, with officials visiting property owners and reviewing old records to preserve the history with permanent commemorative buildings.
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Northwest World's Fair Bite Association
Ofscera
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
William H. Clarke
Territory of
Missouri
Goodfellow Avenue
St. Louis
Yast Crty
H.T. Grether
Lewis EB
Snow
J. M. Williams
Goodfallow Mansion
Natural Bridge Road
Goy. Clarke
Council Groves
Lewis and Clarke
Fred Deshel
Jowett Wagoner
John Fitsgerald
H. H. Ellers
David Murphy
Ed W. Greer
Edward H. Bickley
George P. Prendergest
W. 8
Brawner
M. M. Fitsgtrrell
Fred Spangler
H. B. Schilling
W. J. McDonald
W. H. Redemeyer
Bidney BE. Dayig
Charles H. Filley
Goodfellow Place
Death Rate Gap in South Report by Missionary Group
A Nashville report from the American Missionary Association cites higher death rates among African Americans in the South. Over five years white deaths run about 20 per 1000 versus 32 per 1000 for black residents, with infancy and young ages most affected. The study notes slow concern since the 1890 census showed black population growth outpacing whites by about 2% versus 25.9% for whites.
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American Missionary Association
Nashville
Tenn
South
Bishop Potter Endorses Hall of Philanthropy at Worlds Fair
A 1901 letter from Henry C. Potter praises Dr Holland's plan for a Hall of Philanthropy at the World's Fair. He cites the range of charitable work, from municipal reform to hospital aid, and endorses the hall as a university of beneficence guiding humane service.
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St. “Louis
Metropolia
Potter
Ita
New York
Citan “Police
Hitabeit
Reninat
Municipal
Petty
Philanthropy
Humane ‘Service
University of
Henry.c. Potter
Diet for convalescence in fever cases eyeing gradual solid food
Gesine Lemcke notes from Ledger Monthly that convalescents recovering from prolonged fevers should resume solids slowly. Begin with easily digestible meat forms and starchy foods, avoid overheating, and use milk, broths, and custards. Over days add mutton, beefsteak, sweetbreads, and soft fruits. in some cases champagne or claret may aid recovery.
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Mia
Gesine Lemcke
Helen Gould Builds Grand Lyndhurst Bowling Mansion
Miss Helen Gould’s sport is bowling and she created a magnificent private bowling house at Lyndhurst in Irv ington on the Hudson. The riverbank building houses a regulation alley flanked by towers and cosy reception rooms with fireplaces. A veranda overlooks the tennis court and a roof garden offers a scenic tea or moonlight retreat.
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Helen Gould
Lyndhurst
Irvington-on-the-Hudson
Lessle’s Weekly
The Giant Prize and the Rise of the Norm
A critic laments proposed funds intended to increase human height. The writer argues that rewarding vice through philanthropy leads to unintended, opposite effects. Giants are scarce and influential, yet often disappear, questioning the moral basis of such endowments.
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