Railroad to Mecca advances to Medina on schedule
Announcement states the Damascus to Medina segment will open September 1 with 300 miles more to Mecca ready in two years. Musulmans in British India Africa and Turkey fund the line seen as a religious project to ease the pilgrimage. The Turkish sultan gains strategic value with faster troop movement into Arabia and toward Egypt.
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Value of Psychical Research and Social Reform
Sir Oliver Lodge argues that psychical investigation may yield practical social reforms beyond current punitive methods. He foresees future treatments for the body politic, noting unconscious influence, suggestion, possession, and mind interaction as factors requiring proof and application. A 1907 second hand car sales anecdote follows, illustrating broader themes of prudence and economy among influential buyers.
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Oliver Lodge
Brave Yankee Sailors Rescue Midshipmen at Sea
Rear Admiral Evans reports four American seamen rewarded for entering a leaking boat near Punta Arenas Chile to rescue two midshipmen from a capsized dingy. The act showcases cool, resourceful bravery during peacetime. An New York educator criticizes the feminizing of boys, citing war opposition as evidence.
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Pearl Harbor Outpost to Be The World’s Greatest Naval Station
Washington plans a Pearl Harbor base on Oahu to shield Hawaii and the Pacific coast. Spending could reach 10 to 12 million dollars with initial 650 thousand and subsequent 2.5 million appropriations. Advocates tout its strategic location, deep waters, rugged fortifications, and near Honolulu as key to future Pacific power.
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Tacoma crew gathers varied talents aboard Howard D Troop
Captain Durkee noted an astonishing mix of skills among the 14 new sailors aboard the four masted British bark Howard D Troop, with stenographers musicians restaurant keepers and many other occupations represented as he examined the crew in Tacoma after arrival from San Pedro.
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Ship crew reformed after San Pedro layover
A four master at San Pedro discharged most of its crew and re signed 14 new hands before sailing to Tacoma in ballast. Real sailors were scarce though many green hands were employed for deck work while weather threatened. Captain Durkee warns the novitiates would be useless aloft or at the helm in heavy seas.
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Rock Oyster Feast Among Yaquina Indians In Newport
The Yaquina Indians hold an annual rock oyster feast in Newport Oregon with oysters dug from reef shores during ebb tides. Oysters sell for 25 cents a gallon in shell locally and 50 cents in Portland. The legend recounts a cast‑out Indian discovering the food after hunger and returning to his tribe.
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Yaquina
Only Daughter of Taft Heads for Bryn Mawr Debut
Washington reports Miss Helen Taft, only daughter of Secretary Taft and Mrs Taft, is a Bryn Mawr sophomore. She studied at a cathedral school with Miss Ethel Roosevelt and was confirmed in St. John’s church. If her father becomes president, she plans to finish college before debuting in White House society.
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Educating the Citizen Through Moral and Spiritual Training
A speaker argues that national success requires not only material education but the teaching of righteousness and moral discipline. He urges training in industry agriculture and crafts while insisting citizens must abhor evil and fulfill duties at home and for society.
Proven Earth Round Through Bedford Water Test
An experiment near Bedford England set posts at equal heights along a six mile water stretch. Telescopes showed the center post over topped the ends by about six feet, evidencing Earth's curvature. Repeated with modern instruments, the observation aligns with how ships vanish hull first then masts.
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Bedford
England
Spruce gum shortage hits Maine growers and prices rise
A large shortage of spruce gum in Maine this year drives up prices. First class gum sells for 1.75 dollars per pound laid down in Bangor by pickers, while retailers pay 15 cents an ounce. Woodmen attribute the drop in supply to extensive lumbering for pulp mills.
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Skillful Needle Workers Highlight Global Craft
The article notes Russia's women and Japan's men as the most expert needle workers, showcasing precision and skill in textile crafts celebrated across cultures. It emphasizes the international talent and dedication of artisans in both nations.
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New Senator Appointed to Florida Seat
Gov Broward names Hall Milton of Marianna to fill the unexpired term of the late Senator Mallory in the U S Senate. Milton, 42, is a banker and businessman and a grandson of former Gov John Milton.
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Purser Busy With Passengers Before Transatlantic Arrival
As a transatlantic liner nears quarantine near Sandy Hook the purser endures a flood of questions from travelers. He explains dock timing and currency exchange while noting weather and notable passengers. The French line keeps courtesy high despite tribulations at port.
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The Telepathy Theory: Mind Waves and Desires Explained
The article surveys telepathy with a wave theory analogy. It describes mental waves radiating from strong desires, which may affect other minds, either unconsciously or consciously. It notes that passive minds are more susceptible, while purposeful minds resist outside influence.
Japanese Ideals of Government
A speaker argues that government forms vary but democratic spirit can exist under any structure. He says criticism should come from outside only if a nation's laws harm others and suggests Japan will adapt its constitution to fit current needs with imperial consent.
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