ai culture and industrial notes in a scattered 1890s overview
The article surveys diverse topics from agricultural quarantine and pest control to new steel works near Hankow and a Bessemer plant. It notes insurance fire losses in 1891 at 137 million dollars, remarks on municipal fire protection, and mentions innovations in iron and steel production plus a medical claim about aspartatida. The tone blends technical reporting with speculative debates on industry and public safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessemer
Calaa
Cleveland
Hankow
Hayvanz
Presidential Beards and Facial Hair Across Presidents
The Philadelphia Record notes Lincoln’s facial hair style contrast with Van Buren and Anarrow Jonsson, detailing how beard trends varied among presidents. It cites tallies: fifteen smooth faced, four with beard and mustache, two with side whiskers, one with beard and side growth, and one with mustache only. Also mentions Judge Story’s rapid career and 313 licensed stage-play venues in the kingdom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Buren
Lincoln
Anarrow Jonsson
Grant
Hayes
Garfold
Jarrison
Arthour
Grover Cleveland
Philadelphia Record
Household tips and kitchen helper notes from old newspapers
A compilation of housewife guidance on wallpapering with bread, plant care, flour testing, and sharpening scissors. Include recipes for cocoanut junkles and squash pie, plus tips on beef stew and general kitchen tools. The article blends domestic science and practical how-tos with period culinary and household methods.
Bath Iron Works ram shows skeletal framing of ship
The Lewiston Journal notes the United States defense ram at Bath Iron Works has its back frame in place, exposing the skeleton and the concept of easy shot deflection on angled surfaces. The piece suggests only a torpedo could threaten the vessel, comparing its exposure to other battleships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Bath Iron Works
Lewiston (Me
Paria
New York Rost
Silence that Leads to Faith and Conviction
An anecdote in which a silent, steadfast woman halts a young man's scoffing, leading to his conversion. Her quiet courage, later recounted as a transformative example, suggests that silence can outrun heated argument in guiding others toward religion. The piece also notes broader missionary work and religious figures, highlighting the Bible's perceived strength and ongoing personal conversions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hurror
Wa. Kuntington
D. C
Portrait of Mrs. John Wanamaker as host and patron
Alice Graham McCollin portrays Mrs. John Wanamaker as a devoted housekeeper and generous, cultured hostess. The Philadelphia Washington Cape May Point homes, art gallery, and Warnerite music taste highlight her refined life and unostentatious charities. A final note warns that war tensions could invite American bomb testing.
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Alice Graham McCollin
John Wanamaker
Philadelphia
Washington
Lindenhurst
Lilenmyn Cottage
Cape May Point
Lillie
Minnie
Wanamaker
Warnerite
Prove It by Testimonies of St Jacobs Oil Cures
A series of 19th century testimonials claim St Jacobs Oil cured rheumatism neuralgia and leg deformities. Letters from Geo C Osgood and others describe individuals walking again after months on crutches and long-term relief lasting years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Gao. C. Osgood & Co
Craigist Lowell
Mass
Lewis Denny
Mooly St
Orrin Robinson
Graniteville
St. Jacobs
St. Jacobs Oil
Messrs. Osgood& Co
Lowell
Masa
Tieme
Lewis Dennish
J. B. Sherern
Jacobs Oil
J. Powelson
Gann
Oliv
Cuarces Lawrence
Ashland
Neb
Swift
Hiss
Ele
The Baby Brigade arrives as a church mission plan
A Ladies' Department piece describes The Baby Brigade, a Sunday outreach by young women to care for babies in mothers' homes to lure poor mothers to church. The column also comments on bonnets, poke hats, and seasonal fashion notes including scarlet colors, fur trims, and opera cloaks as era style previews.
Catarrh and Ear Health Remedies in 19th Century Ad
A compact Victorian era health notice promotes Peruna as a cure for catarrhal deafness and related throat conditions, citing Mr. Frederick Bierman’s recovery. It also advertises Hall’s Catarrh Cure, syrup of figs, and other patent medicines, with testimonials and price info.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Bierman
McComb City
Miss
Peruna Medicine Co
Columbus
Ohio
Hall
J. Coenry & Co
Toledo
J. Cheney
Kinsaxy & Manvyuy
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Canada
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Story
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Madagascar
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John Wanamather
Europe
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Clapp
Eastondale
Moss
RMAON
Brooklyn
Falinon
Dreas
Poplin
Kinogly Singrard
Edward II
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Thomas de Latimeer
Lydia E. Pinkham
California Fig Syrup Co
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Puck
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Frederick City
Brown
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Dr. Kline
Arch St
Dr. Swan
Beaver Dam
Wis
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Isaac Thomp
Dr. Pierce
Tutt
Rhewmatisar
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McDonald's Mills
Gayeh
Swift Specific Company
Arzanra
C. H. Dear
Washington House
Washington, Va
Scott
DR. Kilmef
Dr. Kinnes & Co
Biincaanton
N.Y
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