Edison’s Portable Fluoroscope Aims to See Inside Flesh
Thomas Edison in West Orange has developed a portable fluoroscope using calcium crystals to expose X rays with the naked eye. The device would let surgeons view bone and tissue during operations, guiding cuts and probes and reducing unnecessary incisions. Edison plans demonstration at a New York electrical show, with ongoing work to perfect tubes and a larger viewing screen.
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Thomas A. Edison
West Orange
N. J
Edison
New York
Mr. Edison
New York Sun
Telephones to Lightships Across Seas Aiding Navigation
The lighthouse board has proven the feasibility of telephonic links between light ships at sea and shore. European governments plan to adopt the American system first, while the U S service cannot due to lack of funds. A floating station near Fire Island could showcase a light and enable maritime news gathering, though initiative rests with other authorities.
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Lighthouse Board
Treasury Department
Washington
Sandy Hook
Congress
United States Service
Fire Island
Philadelphia Telegraph
Bill boosts theater hat rule amid heated vote
The measure, amended to require theater managers to enforce a rule preventing patrons from wearing hats that obstruct views, passed after a hard fought battle led by Representative Bosler and championed by Fosdick. Mrs Fosdick and Cincinnati supporters attended hatless in the gallery to show backing.
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Bosler
Dayton
Fosdick
Senate
Mre. Fosdick
Cincinnati
Philadelphia Press
Couldn't Fool Quay Stenographer Tale Warns Politicians
A Philadelphia Times report recounts a young woman seeking a position as Quay's private secretary assistant. It warns that even innocent stenographers might be used to access confidential letters and copy them for political rivals, urging vigilance among statesmen.
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Quay
Statesman
Philadelphia Times
Swiss village model aims to curb American city crowding
The Swiss president urged Americans to study the model Swiss village at the upcoming exposition to show how rural life can be made attractive and profitable. The plan includes home industries and agricultural displays to illustrate Swiss methods and cattle breeds, offering potential guidance to reduce urban concentration.
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Switzerland
America
United States
Ridgley
Geneva
Department of State
Turrettini
Faithful to a Boy Bandit Among Four Indicted
Celia Perry, sweetheart of Hildreth, vows to wait for him and marry him despite prison. She has tried to visit in Rome jail, using a false name, and is always escorted by a bodyguard. The other three men, Hildreth, Plato, and Hibbard, show signs of fear over their fate since Fred Bristol’s death.
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Celia Perry
Hildreth
New York Central
Rome
N. Y
Fred Bristol
Plato
Hibbard
Europeans Eye Athens Games and Moscow to St Petersburg Race
The Kaiser plans to attend the Athens Olympic Games. An international bicycle race is set for June 12 from Moscow to St Petersburg with prizes from 1000 to 100 rubles and extras for nonwinners. Millburn bicycle road race may 80 on the old course. UC team to depart San Francisco May 2 for an eastern trip. Carl Williams to captain Penn football in 1896. President Young names college umpires.
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Moscow
St. Petersburg
Millburn
Ulusion
Mott Street Pirate Star Quits The Stage After Debacle
The Mott Street kid recalls leading role in a Shakespearian dramatic troupe that collapses during a grand five act pirate play "De Livin Pirut of de Dead Sea." He details costume costs, rival actors, and a thwarted island finale before announcing a temporary retirement due to family afflictions.
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Mott Street
East Ride
John Drew
Francis Wilson
Cally
Dramatic Association
Dead Sea
Scotty Jack
Busted Joe
Cockeyed Sam
Chirpy Charlie
Fatty Hope
Sassy Jane
Big Sue
Nippin Nell
Bowery Mary
Taffy Moll
Cully
East Side
Booth
Barrett
Broadway
Fatty
Pirot
Frog-Pond Hall
Pirat
Hull
Dukesa
Dukess
Sing Sing
M. Quad
Detroit Free Press
The Hook Agent Snubbed in South Paris Parlor
A local tale from Lewiston Journal and Chicago Post recounts a book agent who, after entering a home uninvited, pressed his etiquette work and prospects. The resident questioned the intruder's purpose, leading to an awkward exit as the man departed with coat and hat.
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Paris
Lewiston Journal
Vindicated st Last big winter storm arrives late
A weather prophet celebrates a predicted storm arriving before winter ends as pedestrians endure heavy snow. The piece contrasts the prophet's certainty with the cold, harsh scene and notes the delayed but timely arrival of the big system.
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New York World
Johnny's Regret and Mamma Whip Line in Boston Transcript
A fragment from Boston Transcript features dialogue with Adama Freeman and Johnny. Lines reflect a conversation about travel, tunnels, and a mother’s disciplinary stance. The text presents conversational fragments and quoted remarks without full context.
Weary Wiggles Wear Stocking Question Echoes Boston Herald
The fragment hints at a playful phrase about stockings and wear, referencing a Boston Herald context. It presents a teaser tone suggesting a light or humorous item about fashion or a comic note, without clear factual details or names beyond the publication.
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Sol
Gausa
Tradin
Jonah
Uncle Sam
Sull
Mike
Kaiser
Athens
University of California
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Williams
University of Pennsylvania
Young
Great Go Uail
Fatty, Hope
Judy
Chicago Post
Johnnie
Papa
Mamma
Texas
Maud
Indianapolis Journal
Adama Freeman
Johnny
Boston Transcript
Boston’ Herald
ASU
Centlivre
GDH
the Evening Post
Indiana
Business College
Evening Post
International Business College
the Post
POST
E. Berry
Fort Wayne Mortgage Loan Company
Calhoun Street
Seidel Block
Court House
Bradley & Son
Wayne St
Fort Wayne
Mennonite Book Concern
Care
East Main Street
Fido
ARCO
CizariNe
Prassine
DrEme Mixpixa
J. Haverly
Mary A. Whery
Madison, Bt
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