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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1899
Page
4
An ex naval assistant engineer recalls a perilous moment aboard a cruiser bound for South American ports when a crank pin failed. He shut off steam to stop a dangerous turbine, earning a rebuke from the chief for not obeying orders but ultimately surviving a near fatal incident.
A biographical note praises William Stokes for reviving a dying pensioner with a will to live for money for his family. Anecdotes follow about an old man who repaired whisky pots and spoke with sly wit. Short jokes from London papers contrast marriage lore with quirky observations. Russia’s press scene and a 1767 pianoforte reference close the column.
A vibrant defense of quoits as a fine winter game, tracing its humble origins from rustic roots to Elizabethan mentions. The piece argues for broader adoption, notes its emphasis on accuracy, and contrasts it with other sports while debunking myths about its lineage.
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