Patriotism and humanitarianism in a universal faith
A sermon reflects on Paul at Mars Hill, unity of nations, and the balance of patriotism with humanitarian brotherhood. It urges Americans to defend borders while extending fellowship to all peoples, advocating love as guiding principle in international relations and faith. The piece cites Christian unity, secular thought, and quotes from Hennry Drummond.
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Apostle Paul
Mars Hill
Athens
Greece
Rome
Voltaire on Christianity and Newton in Orr’s sermon
Prof James Orr cites Voltaire sayings on Christianity and Newton. He notes Voltaire claimed twelve founders built Christianity yet one man could destroy it. He recalls Newton as a humble Christian and contrasts Voltaire’s confidence with the resilience of Christian faith.
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James Orr
Voltaire
Newton
Sir Isaac
Veil fashions shift to color and washable mesh designs
The season's veil trend moves away from heavy secrecy to unobtrusive effects and brighter colors. Silk octagon mesh veils in black white blue green or broken weave appear less about modesty more about style with washable options like a white chiffon motor veil priced at 2.95 featuring elastic adjusters and a satin button for easy wear.
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New York Tribune
Easily Adjusted Curtain Rod Innovation
A new curtain rod design uses a stiff spring to support sash curtains across small drapery pieces. The improvement promises easier adjustment and steadier alignment for household window treatments.
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Advant
Universal Window Rods Beaming Through The Window Fit
A compact spring rod designed to fill window openings of varying sizes. It stretches to suit large or narrow windows and uses hooks or brackets for secure anchoring. The article highlights its universal application and easy installation.
Fixing up a bureau mirror with postcards and snaps
A reader suggests inserting views and cards between glass and frame to brighten a bureau mirror. The routine includes pinning cards on all four edges, rotating them weekly, and even using snap shots for a lively display enjoyed by visitors.
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Ethel M. Arnold
Alcohol Monopoly Forges Vast Russian Drunken Budget
Official statistics show alcohol sales rising from 170 million to 240 million gallons over ten years and forecast revenue exceeding 400 million this year. Since 1895 the state liquor monopoly expanded across Russia, with critics blaming government control for widespread drunkenness and crime, illustrated by Ekaterinburg school data showing 63 percent of pupils drank.
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St. Petersburg
Russia
Ekaterine Car
Meal appeases bandit in daring San Antonio robbery
In San Antonio Francisco Trevine faced a highwayman who pressed a dagger under his fifth rib and demanded money or life. Trevine, defying the threat, acted to avert violence with a bold response.
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San Antonio
Tex
Francisco Trevine
Trevino Helps Hungry Robber In Square Meal Bet
A robber warned he would eat his victim, dropping a remark that led to Trevino’s undoing and a loss of $4.75. Trevino offered a square meal for 25 cents to settle, proving the meal cost only a quarter. The hungry bandit agreed to the bet but Trevino could not find stake money and walked away satisfied.
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Trevino
Thief Dodges Chickens with New Southwest Method
Austin farmer Will Meacham seeks a sleuth to catch a cunning thief who robs his roosts nightly using a new trick. The intruder places acid under birds noses, rendering them unconscious so he can steal chickens and twelve turkeys, with dishes of acid found on several mornings.
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Austin
Tex
Will Meacham
Meacham
Merehan
Dor
How a raindrop forms in clouds and falls to Earth
An excerpt explains raindrop formation in clouds as minute water atoms coalescing into drops, sometimes from melting snowflakes. It notes drops of all sizes exist in clouds and questions the idea that larger drops fall faster. the claim remains unproven.
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Marny
St. Nicholas
Vienna’s Electric Fountain Lights Schwartzenbergplatz
Vienna showcases a remarkable electric fountain in Schwartzenbergplatz. A cement chamber houses 27 reflecting lamps capable of 70 color and turbined effects. The power is estimated equal to one million candles.
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Vienna
Schwartzenbergplatz
Great Britain's Coal Output Rises in 1910
The 1910 coal production reached 263 774 312 tons, marking a year rise of 2 465 517 tons from 1909. The figure reflects Britain's large mining industry and industrial output during that period.
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Great Britain
Healing Power of Heat in Early Medicine Observed
In tropical settings sun heat sped wound healing. Prenehb physician Dr. Ashbeck used heat in burn and wound treatment around 600 CE after standard dressings failed.
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Tropics
Berna
Ashbeck
Suspended stormproof tent idea from Illinois inventor
An Illinois man conceived a stormproof tent suspended between trees using a ladder entry and pulleys to keep it taut and steady. A heavy canvas floor, wooden reinforcements, and glass portholes provide weather protection and visibility, with a board platform avoiding trench digging.
Clothes and Morals at Dinner Time
The text argues dressing well for dinner has both physical and moral benefits. It links proper attire to self-respect and mood, claiming old customs and neglect breed depression and worry, harming moral character.
Bandit Leader Burns Mission Chapel in Svechuan Province
A bandit leader informed Chentu residents of an approaching force. While villagers rode out to meet the enemy, the bandit burned the mission chapel, leaving the townspeople to confront the assailants.
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Svechuan
Chentu
Customs in the German Navy Reserve Dress Code
German sailors completing service join the reserve wearing marked caps with long ribbons, a reserve flask, and canes decorated with ribbons as part of the transition to reserve status.
Wax Model Battleships Put To Test In Tank
New England designers shape model battleships in paraffine wax. The wax does not absorb water nor change weight, allowing easy alterations during testing in a tank.
Testing Olive Oil Purity by Freezing Point
The purity test heats and freezes olive oil to verify quality. Pure olive oil freezes at 4 degrees above zero while other oils require about 10 degrees below zero.
Use of Hooks and Eyes in Women’s Attire
A discussion notes hooks and eyes dispensed in women's dress with several makes. The annual outlay for hooks and eyes is estimated at 640000.
Biscuit Troubles Spur Stowing for Diet-Conscious Cooks
A humorous note suggests that women who struggle with digestible biscuits may opt to stash them away. The line pokes fun at kitchen missteps and dieting efforts in a playful regional voice.
Foot the Benefits of Religion by Rev A Macdonald
The sermon argues religion’s positive power outweighs its negative aspects. Self denial and sacrifice build moral strength, likening a grain that dies to yield abundant harvests. Religion shapes character and leads from lower to higher aims despite worldly gains.
Mr Porcupine and the Orchard Food Scoop
A playful verse where Mr Porcupine explains how easily he finds food in the orchard by rolling on the ground. He claims no need for gardening as he gathers fruit directly and jokes about porcupine apple. The passage shifts to a note on raindrop size and weight, indicating varied drops.
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Mr. Porcupine
Mr Porcupine
Religion as the sustaining force of conscience and justice
The passage argues religion invigorates conscience beyond law and public opinion, teaching right living, self-control, diligence, generosity, and love for others. It portrays religion as divine fellowship that elevates the oppressed, unites humanity, and guides toward liberty and fellowship with God.
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Pau
Rome
Sun Enforces Old Warnings Amid Religious Debate
A tale of a renewed Constantinople bishop and Nicetas ends in reconciliation as a biblical warning to avoid anger before sunset. The piece critiques new religious movements for profit and credulity, praising Christian self sacrifice and devotion. A note on the Carnegie Library in Pittsburgh describes the largest mechanical ventilation plant under one roof with 600 000 cubic feet per minute, 15 fresh-air stations, and 21 exhaust stations.
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Berwoel John
Constantinople
Nicétas
Suger
Iola
Apostle
Nicetas
Sue
London
Mage Seontilading Phat
Carnegie Library
Pittsburg
I 8
Continental couples wed in England under license rules
Each year from the continent, mainly Germany, 00 to 1 200 couples travel to England to marry. The bride lands first and files a notice after one night in a hotel, then the marriage proceeds by license. A four week residency would otherwise be required.
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England
Germany
Loth
Rabbit poison paste blamed for NSW and Victoria fires
A remarkable discovery links recent large bush fires in New South Wales and Victoria to phosphorus paste spread to kill rabbits. The paste is laid down in rabbit-infested districts and, when dry in the sun, ignites and starts severe fires.
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New South Wales
Victoria
Australia
Township Trustees Announce Weekly Office Visits
Public notices list trustees WILL STROUBE ERNEST KIVETT BENJAMIN WALLS OLIVER STRINGER FRED TODD and VITE RECTOR declaring they will hold office hours at their homes or fills in Mill Creek Jackson Floyd Marion Townships to transact township business on specified weekdays each week.
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Madison Township
Will Stroube
Mill Creek
Ernest Kivett
Jackson Township
Benjamin Walls
Oliver Stringer
Floyd Township
Fred Todd
Marion Township
Fillmore
Vite
Health First: Spaunhurst Osteopaths Promote Wellness
An advertisement extols osteopathy as a path to health, claiming it cures ill health without surgery. It urges readers to seek treatment at Spaunhurst Osteopathic office in Donner block, emphasizing timely care and the practitioners' skill. Dates listed include Jan 1 3 6 10 14 17 and weekdays.
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Spamnhurst Osteopaths
Spaunhurst Osteopathic
Donner Block
Spaunhurst
Indigestion Cured by Chamberlin's Tablets
A testimonial from S. E. Deshe of East Aurora New York says six years ago severe indigestion left him unable to eat solid food. After trying Chamberlin's Tablets he found relief from one box and remained cured for years with no relapse. For sale by all dealers.
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S. E. Deshe
East Aurora
N. Y
Chamberlin
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