The Sargasso Sea Explained by Ocean Currents
Philadelphia Times explains the historical mystery of the Sargasso Sea. It traces its name from Spanish roots and details how rotating currents create calm centers that trap drifting seaweed. The piece connects Atlantic, Caribbean, and Indian Ocean currents, defines the gulf weed’s appearance, and notes its edible use in Asia.
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Azores
Canaries
Cape de Verde Islands
Sargasso
Caribbean Sea
Cape San Roque
Quiana
Brazil
Bay of Bengal
Strait of Malacca
Asia
Philippine
Aleutian Islands
Atlantic
Mid- Atlantic
Gur- Smoe
France
China
Helen Harcourt
Philadelphia Times
Indiana County Boy Runs Merry-Go-Round in Tampico
Thad C Work of Rochester Mills reports from Tampico Mexico December 4 1895 describing a voyage from New York via Havana to Mexico and his ride to manage a local merry go round. He notes Morro castle Columbus tomb cocoanut palms narrow streets and a booming trade with coffee sugar tobacco and tropical fruits. He explains locals’ diet and northern winds and plans to visit major cities before returning to the United States.
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Thad. C. Work
Rochesters Mills
Mexico
Morro Castle
Christopher Columbus
Havana
Gulf of Mexico
Tampico
Republic
New York
Thad C. Worx
Unclear dialogue scene about Welsh rabbit eating
A fragment shows Mr Hun mimounc remarking on Welsh rabbit and a near miss in sharing a meal. Charley responds with surprise and affection, revealing a domestic moment amid playful banter. The passage centers on a light kitchen interaction between characters.
Graft on a House Latchkey Plot Revealed in Alley Slang
A shadowy pair discuss a supposed easy break in as a latchkey is left in a door. One warns that the resident is untrustworthy and cautions against the risky scheme before noting a detection of a trap by an electricity driven alarm. The clipping shifts to a Philadelphia gas tale linked to Henry Clay and Mayor Swift, suggesting a near fatal gas incident during Clay’s visit.
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Bill
Bank of England
Chicago Post
Philadelphia Record
Henry Clay
Swift
Philadelphia
Clay
Mr. Clay
The Mortgage in His Pocket Amuses a Crowd
A man strolling down Chestnut Street attracted smiles and whispers as onlookers noted the large Mortgage document sticking from his overcoat pocket. The sight provoked lighthearted comments among passersby in a scene recorded by the Philadelphia Call.
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Chestnut Street
Philadelphia
Doan's Kidney Pills Back Pain Endorsement
A local reader from Washington testifies that kidney disorder caused lasting back pain. After using Doan's Kidney Pills from Vowels drug store, the pain subsided within weeks, with the testimonial praising the product. Sold by local dealers for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is sole U. S. agent.
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Dean
Pennsylvania
J. W. Bloud
Washington Citizen
Bloud
S. J. Katzenstein
N. Main Street
Doan
Vowel's
Rates to Washington D C on Pennsylvania Railroad excursion
Special ten day excursion from Pittsburgh to Washington D C departs December 26 1895 with ten day valid tickets and stopovers in Baltimore. Regular trains through to Washington available for those using the special train from branch points via listed connections. Tickets on sale at Pittsburgh offices and stations. Returns valid on regular trains within the limit. Bale subject to agent Thomas E Watt. Consumption and bronchitis note appears as stray text.
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Washington
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Pittsburgh
Baltimore
Pennsylvania Limited
Brownsville
Wharleroit
Monongahela City
Pittsbaro
Liberty
Braddock
Percy Bes
Southwest Branch
Greensburg
Indiana Branch
Indiana
Ee Tider
Martinsburg
Holliburg
Altoona
Bedford
Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
Union Ticket Office
Fifth Avenue
Smithfield Street
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Sargasso Sea
Atlantic Ocean
Ameron
Hunmimounc
Washington, D.C
Pennsylvania Railroad
A. G. Glenn
B. R. Depot
Keeley
Keeley Institute
Ana
M. A.m
Graceton
Rugh
Black Lick
Smitheneeee
Blairsville
Cokeville
Igh
North Ward
Thai Indi
Ee —S
P.m
Sassese
Smith
EAVE
Pirresree
E. Watt
Pass
Western District
M. Prevost
J.R. Woop
Allegheny Valley
R. R
Niagara Express
West Penn Junction
Itaneneee
Kittanning
Oil City
Tuunville Express
Buffalo Express
Emlenton Accom
Enton
Pittsb
Junction
Resseare
Prats Kittanning
East Brady
Ives
Pittsby
Emilenton
Uam
Titusville Express
Oil
Emlenga
Kittannin
Emlenton
Pitts
Jason
Kittanning Market
Penn Junction
Gilbert Bro’s
Real Estate
The
Atlantic Refining Company Pictssure DepartMent
Pittsburg, Pa
Maken
Greta
Ora Nice
Indiana House
John F. Clements
R. W. Wehrlb
B. I. Wi
F. J. Johnson
Son's
Philadelphia Street
John's
Hastings
Plaegi
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