23 Jan 1867
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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1867
Page
1
Analysis of plant ashes shows varying levels of phosphoric and silicic acids across species. Grain stems hold more silica, grain crops remove substantial phosphates, and root crops like turnips and potatoes contain more potash than beans or peas. The data explain ash value as manure and how ash composition shifts within stalks and among crops.
The Louisville Courier reports a deadly shooting near Bagdad Kentucky on the 20th in which P H Roberts was killed by George Perkins after a long standing feud. Roberts approached Perkins with a pistol and Perkins ordered him to halt before firing into Roberts heart. Perkins fled to Frankfurt and surrendered, bond set at 200 dollars for an examining court in Frankfurt Monday.
The tale recounts Louis XVI claiming he and Coline were equally strong after a table bending duel. Coline then summoned seven Swiss Guards to sit on a table, handed them cards, and raised the table by the teeth to let them play piquet while the table stayed aloft. Louis praised Coline as a veritable Samson and granted a pension from his private purse.
Royal Admiralty tests on Ruthven’s 1839 jet propulsion patent yield a mixed report as Waterwitch and Viper struggle to dislodge the prevailing engineering skepticism. The experimental craft show similar nine knot speeds, but power figures remain undisclosed, while steering relies on a unique aft and forward pipe system. Also recounted is Platt Evens’ market misadventure with geese and a health note on Dr Bundy’s jaw injuries, with well wishes for a quick recovery.
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