Watt and Boulton Transform Steam Power in History
Uncle Ray recounts James Watt’s struggles and partnership with Matthew Boulton, the rise of the steam engine, and its shift from mines to mills and factories. Margaret Watt’s encouragement aided Watt, leading to industrial adoption and a new era of powered production.
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Watt
Roebuck
Margaret Watt
Matthew Boulton
Birmingham
England
Boulton
Great Britain
Rome
Lighthouses Transition From Coal Fires to Lamps
Before oil lamps many lighthouses used candles or coal. The last coal fire burned at St. Bees until 1822. A view claims England is sinking about nine inches per century.
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St. Bees
England
Islands Drift in River Under Constant Change
Islands in a river continually shift their positions as water erodes earth at the head and deposits it downstream at the foot, altering the river’s landmarks over time.
Black-Draught Laxative Promoted For Constipation Relief
A vintage advertisement touts Black-Draught as a pure vegetable laxative used by many to relieve constipation naturally. Endorsed by Ralph Burch of Black Alabama, it claims to restore regular bowels and boost energy. Sold in 225 cent packages everywhere.
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Ralph Burch
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Fanny
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Erskine Johnson
George Scarbo
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Ghia DE Havilland
Ohio
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Japanes Lake
Joe Palooka
C'Mon
Rassle
Ham Fisher
J. D
Work Crawley
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Jooples
Mator Hooples
Sam
Trum
BY Martie
Yra North
Hyster
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Serosaant
BY Thompson
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Royal Guard
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Freckles
BY Blosse
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Luke
MR. McGoosey
Uncle Ray’s
James Watt
John Roebuck
Wrigley FZ
Wrigley
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