Seven Patents on Umbrellas Show Industrial Growth
The article notes seven umbrella patents in the United States over centuries and describes factory processes for assembling handles, ferrules, and frames. It highlights rapid umbrella development, efficiency from machinery, and the move toward foldable, travel friendly designs. It mentions Demming machines, sewing triangles, and extensive quality checks before dressing and inspection.
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Lnventor
United States
Old Anne Royall One of Washington’s Charngiers
A portrait of Anne Royall, famed Washington figure, detailing her sharp tongue and persistence as journalist and interviewer. The piece recalls her meeting with Dolly Madison and the lingering contrasts between fame and poverty, plus a note on Royall’s need for an interview.
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Charngiers
Washington
Anne Royail
Mireeta
Beage
Hanesty
Sarah T Harvey Porter
Madison
Dolly Madison
Anna Royall
Kira
Shah
Tragedy of Twine and The Ringmaster at Lake Forest Circus
A Chicago clubman and author, H. Chatfield-Taylor, led a recent children's circus in Lake Forest. His joked about a side show accident involving a poor man and his twin boys, provoking a satirical remark from a sensational newspaper editor questioning truth in reporting.
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H. Chatfield-Taylor
Chicago
Lake Forest
Inese
Ata Philopena
Cottage Move Man Finds Fortune In Small House
A Newark News profile tells of a house mover who treasures a four room cottage as his luck symbol. He recalls his father’s words about wealth and uses the cottage as a mobile asset shifting with city streets and park openings, earning him money and stories along the way.
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Morec
Sula
Moriig
Newark News
Opinion on newspaper writing and a traveler's lodging complaint
The author critiques light articles and topical rush in newspapers while recalling a Scots inn scene. A traveler complains of a loud snoring lodger, and the clerk explains all beds are alike and occupied by the previous snorer.
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Scotland
Ring Exchange Offer after Gift Rejection
A distressed youth seeks to swap an engagement ring bought recently for a wedding gift after the young woman received a similar ring from another suitor. The jeweler agrees to swap, and discussions center on a suitable alternative.
Store Hallt Around Graveyard Scene Stirs NYC Shoppers
A large New York department store is described as encircling an ancient cemetery on three sides. Its windows overlook the graveyard, but the glass is so tall that patrons may overlook the burial ground unless they strain to see it, passing by for years unaware of its presence.
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Scienece
New York
I Amcient
London
Pathé
Meaning of socialism in political discourse debated
A long, texty discussion argues socialism is misused in politics, urging precise use like social democracy or collectivism. It defines socialism as the transfer of property from private to public ownership and critiques misapplications across quotes and references.
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Politien
Germany
London Times
France
Schaeffile
Marz
Peruna Claim of Recovery From Lung Disease
The note from Misa Ninetts Potter of Vermont asserts recovery from lung hemorrhages after using Peruna. She describes doctors failing to help and credits testimonial almanac guidance for starting the treatment, followed by gradual improvement and coughing up stringy material, with renewed health thereafter.
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Misa Ninetts Potter
Braintres
Vermont
Peruna
Calypte Helenae Aims for World Bird Title
The text discusses the Amalieet hummingbird Calypte Helenae named after Princess Christian and compares it with a Peruvian rival. The Helenae is described as under two feet long with a forked gorget and a distinctive cryptic feature, noting Cuba as a probable habitat source.
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Cuba
Christian
Woman credits Postum with ending years of neuralgic headaches
A lengthy testimony describes 13 years of neuralgic headaches and weight loss followed by relief after using Postum. The speaker, once reliant on doctors, claims head pain vanished within weeks and mental clarity returned, prompting renewed independence and strength. The letter ends urging readers to try the product and read a pamphlet.
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Ledes
Mne
Wellvills
Aslies
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