Protecting milk and public health at the convention
Prof James C Jordan of Boston urged the American Realth association in Milwaukee to guard against contamination from dirt dust insects dogs cats and human handling. He argued for stricter restaurant and milk standards and for commu nity action to provide clean milk in sanitary vessels and delivery.
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American Realth Association
Milwaukee
James C. Jordan
Boston
Buffalo Express
Jordan
Atoms May Transmute Gold Into Common Metals
A theory of matter suggests ions in atoms move and slowly shift toward less valuable metals like copper and iron, implying gold and silver could eventually lose value. The passage speculates civilization's progress or social value shaping a world where baser metals rise in importance, though vast timescales apply.
Morning wakefulness in a restless modern age
The piece laments the end of the day of doze as invention and rapid living erase the peaceful dawn. It contrasts waking to noisy motorcycles and cars with a farewell to Somnus and Momus, imagining a future where dawns are a sacred human right and sleep returns in another world or time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio State Journal
Forest Recreation Grows Fast With Millions Using National Parks
Nearly half a million people will seek recreation and health in national forests this year and usage grows rapidly. Some forests see 12 month access while others peak in two months. The Routt Colorado forest attracts fishing camping and medicinal waters while Alaska's Tongass serves year round use. The Conconino and Pike forests prove popular with high visitor counts and famed peaks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Alaska
Conconino Forest
Arizona
Chicago Population Reaches Over Two Million Amid Rapid Growth
Official census data place Chicago at 2,185,293 residents, up 486,708 in ten years. The city ranks second in the nation for both population and growth rate, behind New York, reflecting strong expansion despite garbled remnants.
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Chicago
Chisago
United States
New York
Kissing Debate Sparks Flood of Youth Views
London letters react to the piece Disappointed Mother claiming early affection harms later life. Correspondents argue for affectionate guidance, noting that friendly relationships with girls improve manners and character while warning against harsh Spartan discipline.
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London
American Wife Is Selfish Says Ozaki at Hotel Astor
Madame Ozaki, wife of Tokio’s mayor, declares American wives prioritize self over duty. She contrasts Japanese expectations with US views on marriage, divorce, suffrage, and women’s roles. She notes no political rights for unmarried women property owners may keep, and rejects women’s public office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Madame Yenkio Ogaki
Hotel Astor
Tokio
Madame Osaki
Mme. Ozaki
Washington figures admire undraped statue recreation
A fragmentary report notes Washington residents viewing an undraped statue recreation featuring Natalie Garney with police involvement referenced and unclear surrounding details. The text also mentions Wahine Hebets and Clifford B in a disrupted context.
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Washington
Natalie Garney
Fragments from Shipboard Note Reveal Odd Cargo Tale
A damaged OCR fragment hints at a ship event involving animals and a cargo mishap. The readable bits mention Tarpon and Mack, with scattered words suggesting a deck incident and rough weather, but crucial details are unclear.
Bear intruder raid ends in escaped trio near Marquette
Selix Le Crose, a Marquette County farmer, waited for a milk thief and found a cub bear entering his home. The bear fled, and the farmer then stumbled on two more bears, an old one and a young cub. All three fled into the night as he returned inside.
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Sear
Marquette
Mich
Selix le Crose
Potatoes Allowed in France After Contamination Ban
Paris officials lift the long standing embargo on American potatoes after a commission of scientists finds no contamination risk. French government will admit imports as the current potato crop suffers a poor yield.
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Paris
France
Phonograph Aids Harbor Pilotage at Port Townsend
H L Tibball Jr manager of the Union wharf uses a phonograph to guide vessels to the landing at Port Townsend. The device proved highly successful with warning strains used to navigate arrivals.
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Port Townsend
H. L. Tibball, Jr
Union Wharf
Remodeling Velvet Hats With Puff Crown Tricks
The piece explains remodeling last season's velvet hats to refresh crowns and brims using puffed crown designs. It details two lengths of velvet, shirring on silk thread, crinoline lining support, and mounting on the hat shape with nearly invisible stitches. An ornament or feathers finish the look. Julia Bottomley.
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Julia Bottomley
Dean's Kidney Pills Helped Severe Kidney Troubles
A narrative notes rapid recovery after using Dean's Kidney Pills for kidney stones and gravel in the bladder, claiming a history of weight loss and improvement. The advertisement line includes Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY pricing. Additionally a children's dialogue about Sunday school and church teachings contrasts Episcopal and Methodist education.
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Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Delicate White Cotton Voile Dress with Rose Print
A dainty white cotton voile dress features a large Tuauve rose print and a gathered waist. A lace band runs around the skirt near the knees, drawing in the tullness, completing a refined early 20th century design.
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Balinty Dreas
Garment Description with Silk Bodice and Poppies Hat
A vintage fashion description details a mauve silk lined bodice with a round silk yoke and lace trim. It notes sleeve finishes, a white Tagal hat trimmed with poppies and ears of wheat, and lists material requirements including seven yards of fabric and various lace pieces.
Compound Cold Cream Recipe for Home Use
A historical home remedy guide explains make at home cold cream using almond oil rosewater white wax and spermaceti with gradual addition of perfumed water tinctures and extracts. It covers melting fats in a double boiler stirring scraping sides and suggests tools like an egg beater and mayonnaise mixer for larger batches.
Nothing but my trousers after country gunning quip
Dialogue fragment shows Jack and Tom in a rural exchange. Jack says he went gunning in the country. Tom asks to bag anything. Jack replies only trousers. The caption references Bo Blinka and income being cut, with a tone of caustic humor.
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Jack
Tom
Bo Blinka
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Colon
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James Watson
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