Speeding in the Year 1834
The New York Sun recounts early street speed problems with road burners and omnibus drivers. Stephen Colvin of the Samuel W. Seely line was fined $10 for fast driving and later for furious driving, paid by his employer. Van Kuren could not pay and was committed to the bridewell after insolence to the magistrate.
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New York
Uere
Sons of Jehu
New York Sun
Stephen Colvin
Samuel W. Seely
Andrews
Justice Hopson
Ald. Iickett
van Kuren
Colvin
Origins of Japan name and its linguistic path
The article traces the term Japan from Chinese Yih-pen meaning sun origin to Nihon adopted in 670, noting native name Ytnmuts and Ynunto in poetry. It explains English J apan from Portuguese rendering of Yih-pen and how J is silent in their adaptation.
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Japan
Ynunto
Freon
Hindu Barber Kept Busy in India Events
The Hindu barber is described as immensely important with duties at births weddings and funerals. He travels without a shop carrying a small bundle or bag and participates in rituals by exchanging earrings and rings and even performing surgical tasks as needed. He attends marriages and births and shares in family rites.
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India
Windu
Discovery in Cyrene Reveals Augustus Era Justice Letter
La Olivertia reports a find at Bengasi near the Gardens of the Hesperides a marble block eight feet long with a flawless Greek inscription of over 100 lines. The text translates a letter from Augustus on governance and justice in Cyrenaica offering rare insight into ancient administration and legal conditions.
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la Olivertia
Amain Savant
Iin Gyrene
Africa
Lomlon Morning Post
Cyrene
Bengasi
Bereal
Lethe
Augustus
Cyrenaica
Eight Qualities Essential for Success Revealed
The American Society of Engineers surveyed members on the eight qualities they deem essential for success. Drudgery, initiative, resourcefulness, and ability to lead were highly valued, as was enthusiasm and technical training. The emphasis centers on persistent effort, leadership, and practical skills over mere luck or background.
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Weit
American Society of Engineers
Uiftega Humdred
Fadustyy
Ates Honnitt
Ledeen Ge
Ene
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Armstrong
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Liyan
Yih-Pen
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Ford Organization
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