Chinese Jews in China A Tale of Wealth and Decline
The article recounts the once powerful Chinese Jewish community near Shanghai along the Huang He, tracing seven families who built a wealth empire and a grand synagogue. It details their rise under Ming rule, later decline through intermarriage and loss of religion, and investigations by European scholars and Jesuit missions about their origins as possibly the lost tribes of Israel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hemit
China
Shanghsi
Yellow River
Ming
Tudiam ii Tobin
Althougit Fitz
Provence
Iarael
Lamad
Binimehiyn
Teatah
Terohanm
Egypt
Agus
Asdorla
Gace
Know
Chaou
Riu
Chow
Shin
Mwang
Nae
Tso
Sean
Asia
Chin
Hilt Bo Dexen
Syria
Tin Hong Lit
Tocay
Peles
Anita
Ningpu
Pone
A-woo
Han
Abraham
Maysha
Moser
Lee-ching
Woone-tn
Yen-toda
Tios-she-teze Street
Jeeult
Lis Deserhy- Ylon
Um Lemylo
Berm
Ube
Eifie
Lange
Dovar Salem
Chou Fie Ting
Ines Caniditinn
Degver
Po Icha
Matthew Rivoli
Jesult
Tather
Ticct
Aimmper
Minty Childe Gartty
Ie Mission Chapel
Julius ‘Aleni
Tuden
Kate Fwigin
Father Gazani
Cwmbar
Gnanni
Europa
Hong Kong
Tua de Pinrabiorte
Suntal Dize
Deep Breathing and Physical Routines for Health
Medical brief describes thoracic abdominal breathing and controlled exertion to improve respiration and vitality. It warns against overexertion and recommends periodic rest, window ventilation, and gradual progression for overall strength, with cautions about maintaining health and avoiding harm.
Fortune telling pays well in New York City
A New York Street interview shows a young fortune teller boasting daily earnings of about 20 dollars with no storefront sign. She charges 25 to 50 dollars for sittings and readings, citing demand for mind influence, thought waves, and influence over enemies as the main draw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twentieth Street
Evar
New York
Byalors
Guanblora
Waldorf-Astoria
Mims
Keane
Ararat Peaks and early climbs referenced in old report
An aged article notes Ararat as a twin volcano mass reaching two summits at 1 260 and 14 320 feet above plain. It mentions glaciers and perpetual snow, with a 1900 ascent by a Pro-Teanor Patrol member and a September 2 ascent by Poogpan pobl amid difficult conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ararat
Plali
Parker and Pergin
Ararat Wan
Isro
Pro- Teanor
Rugatin Geax Graphical Society
Te Ponte
Cities to Own Coal Mines Idea Spreads in Britain
The rapid rise in coal prices spurs talk of municipal coal mines. Glasgow and Manchester have moved to appoint committees to study buyouts. A proposal seeks county action and a possible bill next session to authorize purchase of land containing coal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glasgow
Manchester
Esmuell
Cbig
Newcastle
Ens
Cigarette Beetle Threat Prompts Health Warnings
An article discusses the cigarette beetle infestation and its impact on tobacco products. It notes how certain pests cause decay and harm to tobacco leaves, wrappers, and storage. The piece references industry concerns and public health implications. It mentions attempts to control infestations and the broader effects on consumers and manufacturers.
Unknown Lands Map the Vast Frontiers Yet to Be Explored
A long feature reviews global geography and the unfinished map of the world. It discusses polar unknowns from Spitsbergen to Independence Bay, Africa south of the Niger, and the Himalayas east of Bhutan, noting vast regions still awaiting expedition and the near certainty of future discoveries by 1900.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rudolph Andree
North Pole
Spitsbergen
Fram
Greenland
Parry Archipelago
Janes Roxas
Victoria Land
Ross
Aegres West Longitime
Mur Beliglaw
de Gor
Ache
Waddell
Waltuda
Nally
Jonglinde
Rose
North Polar
Norway
Siberia
America
Alaska
Main Singh
de Bhinn
Huilin
Taraia
Ganges
Bhutan
Taungpu
Browaputra
Yang-tae-Klang
Arabia
Greman Empire
Chin
Niger
Onsin
Tlitkelt
Lens
Darth
Daveyfeld
Cuiro
Congo
Africa
Tim
Alwaki
United States
Cheaper Than a Funeral Tale From a North Dakota Magistrate
A North Dakota magistrate recalls a tale in which a renowned medical healer and a disliked colleague clash over payment. Two farmers refuse to settle the bill and refuse the healer’s services, prompting a grim wager about funeral costs. The villagers discuss the outcome as winter tightens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
Hypopeius
Chicago
Tor
Putin
Tha Manen
China Business Letters Reach Hong Kong English Readers
The document discusses efforts by a Chinese company to address textile and clothing trade, noting English readers in Hong Kong receiving circulars. It mentions starting operations, forming a company, and promising careful work and fair pricing in the business.
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Kn Mundy
Magllen
Hn Collawinge
Han
Hong Kong
Eens Hess
Transformation of Rail Line Project On Waples Route
A major rail project on the 661 line of the Waples route, operated by the Mediterranean Railway Company, is set to convert to the fluctrin system as part of a wide modernization effort. The plan targets increased efficiency and service reliability across the corridor.
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Dieiran
Rierl
Risedinpatahad
Kalvung-tu
Brethe
Banas
Forte Telling
Gress Profit
New York City
Judi
Arwente
ASCEN
Moump Alrarat
Iker
Wis
Neatle
Viel
Walla
Montgaling
Cook County
Rough Riders
Tuose
Boom Go
Ragimenti Gormnanont
Mina‘ State Guard
Paris
Gianco
Venezuela
Nowsl
Abe
Conmonouk
Anastasia
Arnhem
South Australia
Iewa
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