Edison Reveals Crazy Idea Behind Phonograph Creation
West Orange New Jersey July 19 Edison recalls his earliest thoughts on the phonograph a “crazy idea” forty five years ago. He describes sketching a machine in 1877 and sending plans to John Kreuss. the device sparked a sensation in New York as Edison pursued sound reproduction including a piano and Beethoven Ninth Symphony with a full orchestra.
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West Orange
N. J
Edison
Mr. Edison
Pinaly
John Kreuss
Wizard of Electricity
Tethoven
Turkish women face dress reform push in Constantinople
A reform committee called de la mode seeks police backing to enforce a standard dress on Turkish women. Optimistic that women resist uniform wear, the group is met with strong objections and questions about imposing antique customs. John Simonton dies at the Iredell county home leaving a prominent family lineage.
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Constantinople
London
Paris
New York
Committee de la Mode
Hanoun
Pera
John Simonton
Statesville
Iredell
Oakwood Geemetery
Simonton
Old Allen Place
Mocksville Road
Americans Dodge British Tariffs
In the house of commons Commander Kenworthy noted that American visitors seek to buy American cars, use them in Britain briefly, and import them back to the United States to avoid the 32.13 percent duty. Members laughed as he explained the plan, warning that cars bought on the continent may be reimported.
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London
Kenworthy
House of Commons
America
Attempted Duty Free Stop Spurs Tourist Cheer
A fragment notes travelers on the ground as tourists and a narrator encourages cheer while a companion emphasizes assistance. The text captures a brief scene of support and festive mood among onlookers.
Reidsville Opens Five-Story Belvedere Hotel
Reidsville launches its new Belvedere Hotel a five story structure opened to the public. The project was completed through cooperative effort and stands as a testament to community teamwork in bringing the modern hostelry to the town.
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Reidsville
Population density of England
On average 701 people live per square mile in England based on regional estimates.
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England
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