Cleopatra and Caesar's daring entry tale
The article recounts Cleopatra VII of Egypt born in Alexandria and her famed beauty. It describes her bold 1st meeting with Julius Caesar when she smuggled herself into his presence by a carpet carried from a boat, leading to a powerful influence over Caesar for years.
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Iftad
Cleopatra
Egypt
Ptolemy
Alexandria
B.C
Dan’ Gheshs
Thave Buch
Cesar
Antony
Ateea
Stepa
Cecar
Purge methods and patent remedies for health
An 19th century advertisement discusses laxatives and purgatives as essential for bowel health, praising gentle tonics like Stomach Bitters and Syrup of Figs. It claims benefits include regularity, sleep, appetite, and liver vigor, and notes cures for rheumatism, kidney malaise, and malaria. It also mentions Hall's Catarrh Cure and rewards for cure claims.
Tax Reform Studies Opinion Request
Readers urged to send brief opinions on taxation reform. The notice targets landowners, noting land value increases as a primary beneficiary of any social advance. Mail opinions to the office or P.O. Box Buffalo N.Y.
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P.O Boz
Buffalo
The Single Tax Debate: Gunton Attacks Die on George
The article contrasts Prof Gunton with Henry George's single tax theory. It argues George seeks social reform by abolishing private land ownership and taxing land value while noting rent, profits, and interest share in economic outcomes. It analyzes effects on prices wages and public revenue.
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Gunton
Henry Georre
George
China
Africa
New York City
Brooklyn
Hong Kong
United States
Mr. George
Xor
England
Dasenant
Mulhall
Mr George
George Guatan
Tax on the press sparks debate in Prussia
The Philadelphia Record cites a Prussian proposal to raise telegraph tolls and impose a newspaper distribution fee to boost revenue. It argues a press tax harms public intelligence and warns socialist sympathizers may support such measures, urging against taxing the press in fiscal distress.
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Kadaubl Lantik
Treasurs
Philadelphia Record
Taxation and suffrage in a crowded democracy
Ex-President Harrison argues that all citizens contribute to government costs, regardless of wealth, and deserve a stake in elections. He claims indirect taxation protects civic dignity and broadens political influence while countering ostracism. The piece defends universal fiscal responsibility as public welfare.
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Fen. Larrison
Results of Restricthys Taxen and Liquor Trade Critique
Mr Tekulsky president of the Liquor Dealers State association testifies before a senate committee in this city. He cites that 6900 of 8060 licensed saloons are open on Sundays and claims at least six out of ten dealers are criminals who flaunt laws and argue taxation targets one man while others escape.
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Mr. Tekulsky
Liquor Dealers’ State Association
Senate Police
Teknisky
Men and Corsets in Military Life Across Nations
The article notes corsets are largely unknown among Americans and most civilians, with the exception of military forces. It cites that soldiers need natural proportions, while civilian and foreign officers rarely wear stays. It contrasts practices in France, Germany, Austria, and Britain, where athletic training reduces perceived need for waist compression.
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Inquirer
Tnen
Mies
London
Loadstone Magnet Shown in Old-Time Photo
The Electrical Engineer describes a loadstone magnet with soft iron pole pieces and a silver band engraved Meinert Alaris 1753. Polarity marked on pole pieces includes letters a W and S on the north seeking pole per French custom.
Magnet of Two Pounds Weighs Down Family Heirloom
A two pound three and a half ounce magnet, brought to America around 1775 by Dr. John Francis Vacher, a French physician, has long survived as a cherished plaything for his descendants. Now in the possession of the family of the late Robert Gilchrist, its sturdy construction is noted.
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America
John Francis Vacher
College of Montpater
Cincinnati
St. Tanl's Churchyard
Iew
York
Robert Gilchrisk
Shepherds on Stilts in South France Fascinate Locals
Odd customs swirl in Lanres as shepherds walk on stilts while cows and sheep roam sandy plains. Residents rail against ordinary foods and health beliefs, claiming private matters, milk, bread, onions, and rye vary in health impact. Stilts include crescent-topped tacks and rest for hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Indian Food and Curious Tribes Diets Across America
The article surveys diverse tribal foods including roasted cricket bread in Oregon and pine nut use among California Diggers. It notes juniper berry dough, soraw beans, soap berries, and various bulb breads, plus grasshoppers, tortoise larvae, and pine nut preparations with hot stones.
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Indiana
Great American Desert
California
Oregon
Ice Water Habit and Harmful Effects Warned
The article warns that ice water drinking is an acquired habit like morphine use and should be avoided. It notes infants dislike ice water and that it is unhealthy for nonadapted people. It also mentions Mohawk burial customs regarding grass on graves.
Touching Demonstration of a Soldier and Farmer
A Confederate farmer encounters Gen. Robert E. Lee on a Virginian road after surrender. The man greets Lee with tears and cheers, asking if he is indeed the general. Lee is moved and the farmer bids him farewell, then the two depart, leaving a lasting image of shared respect.
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Amoy
Geo. R. Lee
Virginie
Robert Lee
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