Illinois River sailing history and the Peoria yacht club growth
Arthur T. Griffith notes motor boating on the Illinois River in the April Motor Boat article. Joliet and Marquette's 1673 voyage is cited, followed by Illinois river development from dams to the Chicago drainage canal. The Illinois Valley Yacht Club grows, planning a Peoria lake base and a June endurance race with prizes, while members showcase fast racing craft and cruising launches amid regional interest.
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Illinois Deep Waterway Report Urges State Action
Governor Deneen sends to the senate and house the commission report on a Chicago to St. Louis deep waterway. It finds an eighteen foot channel feasible and urges canal commission powers and enlarged sanitary district rights to secure water power revenue for construction.
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First house fly returns as winter ends
A Kansas City Times moment captures the return of the house fly with humor and curiosity. The author muses on the insect’s familiar presence, noting its year round homey behavior, puzzling retreat, and inevitable comeback as spring arrives.
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Everything Going Up and the Poor Man's Breakfast
A reflective piece on rising prices affecting everyday goods and the paradox of prosperity rhetoric. The author contrasts high costs with breakfast staples like ham and eggs, noting hens in the yard feasting on brand cash while the poor face scarce affordability.
The Shire Stallion Captain Lukyn Declared Registered
An 19013 registry notice for the shire horse Captain Lukyn, bred by W H Sagar Padiham and imported by Robert Burgess & Son Wenona HK. Details include color black with star and white markings, sire Carlton and dam by Sirmon, connection to registry under the American Shire Horse Stud-Book, dated September 25.
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Fragmentary Ledger of Odd Prices and Fantastical Sums
A garbled excerpt records inflated prices and curious items with no clear narrative. Mentions include a $4 breakfast, a bulldog bought for $5000, a cow at $8000, a cash offer of $4000 for a hose, and roosters priced at $8000 each, reflecting speculative talk rather than verifiable events.
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