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Extraordinary details from a sprawling 19th century chronicle
The article surveys diverse curiosities from Aachen to Mexico and Japan. It notes 800 tons of steel wire tied for deeds, immense multinational valuations, colonial seeds in Australia, Indian child precocity, direct taxes in Mexico, stamps on posters, a Japanese auditor's stage view, and myths about molecules and glancing cattle branding.
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Gothman
Aachen
Australia
India
Ange
Mexico
William ‘Phompson
Boviile