Hapless mishaps and odd accidents sweep readers
A jumble of misfortune and strange events unfolds from a speech impairment in Chicago to a fatal elevator accident at the Grand Hotel in Cincinnati. A pistol mishap at Newcastle and a baptism water request in Northumberland County precede a door-step glycerine explosion near Port Henry. A man dies after an overdose at Granton, and two uncanny snake and coffee tales close the column.
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Henry
Lallert
Chicago
Aaron Edwers
The
the- Grand Hotel, Cincinnati, While Being Upon An Elevator From the Lnvediy
Hart
Newcastle
Ind
Northumberland County
Anson Thompson
Port Henry
N. Y
Thompson
Sussex County
N.J
Liverty Mills
Orange County
Training a Boy With Harsh Discipline and Threats
The piece advocates severe corporal methods to shape a boy from ages five to eight. It urges thrashing for misdeeds, controlling appetite with tiny portions, and using fear to enforce obedience. It links worn shoes and bad behavior to the boy’s alleged faults and urges church and social discipline as corrections.
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Ima
Harsh Upbringing Advice Nos. in Residence Column
The text advocates strict control of boys, urging physical punishment for misbehavior and to curb leisure activities. It promotes training boys through harsh discipline, heavy chores, and denying fun to mold them into useful adults, ending with a cynical note on outcomes as one grows old.
Neatness at the Rear of New England Homes
A Congregationalist remark argues that the prettiest New England villages show rear-yard neglect with junk and rubbish visible from trains. It praises tidy front approaches and well kept inner life, claiming orderly cottages reflect a purer domestic happiness.
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New England
New, England
Bond Heist Details From a Wall Mounted Ledger
Detective McAuley recounts a case where a boy stole United States bonds from a store on State Street. The bonds, worth a large sum, were found hidden pasted to a wall after the thief was captured. The old woman owner remained puzzled by their value, while the culprit faced punishment and the bonds were recovered by the owner.
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McAuley
State Street
United States
Mack
Haas’ Park
Chicago Tribune
How the Floscularia Ti Feeds and Captures Prey
A fragment from Popular Science Monthly describes the feeding mechanism of Floscularia Ti, detailing the monad prey entering a five-lobed trap assisted by filaments. The floscle forms a steel-like trap as the lobes close, resembling a dangerous click as the prey is captured. Microspopte shrchitecds observed in the text accompany the explanation.
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Santi
Iesus
Tuston
Popular Science Monthly
Root Crops Harvesting Methods For Western Farms
An article advocates growing beets carrots and similar roots with corn and other grain, noting their underestimated value. It describes cost reductions through mechanical lifting using a makeshift lifter attached to a gaig plow, harrowing to remove soil, and minimal handling. Bruising is acceptable for feeding, and hand pulling may be needed for market roots.
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Marco
Hay Fever and Its Causes in the 19th Century Inquiry
In a work titled Experimental Researches on the Causes and Nature of Cittirrhus Asticus hay fever, Mr. Blackley argues the disease clusters among educated classes and varies with mental culture and occupation. He links pollen exposure, especially flowering plants, to hay fever and notes pollen abundance at higher altitudes. He cites experiments measuring pollen from May to August 1860 and suggests moisture-driven vegetable and animal particulates may also play a role.
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Blackley
Europe
England
Germany
France
Belgium
Switzerland
Scotland
Italy
Russia
Ireland
Vienna Plan Adopts Leipsig Cremation Method
The Vienna city authorities under Board of Health guidance will start cremation of the dead immediately, aiming to reduce annual mortality of about 20,000 and gain public health and cost savings. The Bedford Gazette notes 150 postmistresses in Pennsylvania, a long standing practice with no fraud proven. The New York Herald reports fall fashions show reduced extravagance and improved taste.
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Vienna
Board of Health
Leipsig
Bedford
Pennsylvania
New York Herald
L. C. Winhart
Sheir
Missouri town forms a fashion society to curb public dress
A Missouri town organized an fashion society enforcing dress codes for women in public. Members must avoid ankle showing gowns and the rule targets all dresses below the ankle. The item notes a broad moral reform tone as it seeks modest attire in public.
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