Finger-Print originator credited to Sir Edward Henry
The article notes credit for fingerprint identification goes to Sir Edward Henry, the former Commissioner of Police at Scotland Yard, with initial adoption in Bengal in 1897 and global spread after 1901. It also mentions Bertillon and earlier fictional references, plus assorted anecdotes.
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M. Berdllon
Edward Henry
Bengal
India
M. Bertillon
Henry
New Scotland Yard
Sir Edward
Mark Twain
A Common Cold Ailments Affect Thousands of People
Article notes thousands suffer from common illnesses and colds. discusses prevalence and impact on daily life. It mentions widespread symptoms and the need for care, though details are limited by fragmentary text.
London Notes on Wit and Grammar Across a Double Wedding
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