Passing of the Clipper Ship and Transition to Steam
The article surveys the rise and fall of the wooden clipper and the rise of steam powered vessels. It notes the fading of square riggers, the persistence of some modern analog ships, and the impact of steam on global trade and naval power. It highlights famed ships like the Shenandoah and contrasts historic sea life with modern change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commodore Perry
Seven Seas
England
Germany
Norway
France
Tuoe
Eailiog
Glendoon
New York
Cape Town
Sed
San Francisco
Mao
Tie
Wea
International League Against Rodents Forms Amid Rat Plague
The article notes an international effort led by France to destroy rodents amid a boboole plague. England France India Japan and New Zealand pledge cooperation with others including the United States viewed favorably. Public interest features three cent rewards per rat in places like Copenhagen with schoolchildren aided by payments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Sistat
England
Fraece
India
Japan
New Zealand
United States
Procoms
Peculiar Ties of the Late Mrs Astor Revealed
Articles recount Mrs William Astor known as leader of New York society the 400. She wore costly jewelry including a stomacher of diamonds and a million dollar set of china prepared for royalty and engraved with her monogram.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs, Astor
William Aater
New York
Astor
Brooktvn
Mrx
Thomas Haig
Europe
Parla
Newport
Heechwood
Awler
Mors
Mre
Oped
Mrn
Rajah
Marie Antoinette
Alenelleu
Loule Trlene
William Astor
Mra. Astor
Cirace Ehurch
Autor
C. A
Caroling Astor
Wretaght Dato Din Artietie Managrain
Leaves Cause Autumn City Disarray and Alarms
A fragmented poem-like item describes autumn leaves causing streetcar slips a wreck and frequent fire alarms. It references a city waking to chaos as leaves clog lines and sparks ignite trouble, with vague mentions of a gun and winter. The text reads like a distorted historic vignette.
Reward of Genius in Blackwood’s Magazine Fragment
Fragmentary lines praise a sculptor and writer who shaped public life yet were neglected. It notes inadequate support for widows and orphans linked to their legacies and modern influence. The text hints at a societal neglect of celebrated creators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackwood'n Magazine
Molomee
Orephan
Jin
Moore
Pertuaipa
Aeroplane Talk Sparks Worldwide Aviation Buzz
A fragment discusses aviation as a top topic of conversation, noting broad interest across society. It mentions nine of ten people talking about aviation and contrasts it with other familiar subjects, suggesting aviation’s rising prominence.
Men Seek Facial Makeovers as Era Demands Fashion
A new office building hosts a manicure and beauty doctor amid manly grooming craze. Local beauty experts note men increasingly invest in facials shampoo scalp treatments and cosmetic adjustments while women appear less concerned with personal upkeep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saleep
Fred Welor
China
A Voice from the Past on Navy Life and War Tactics
The speaker recalls Civil War era naval combat and early gunpowder weapons, praising traditional discipline and seafaring heroism. He notes wooden ships along the Atlantic coast, iron guns, and the Housatonic sinking by a rebel submarine, contrasting past grit with modern battleships and structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navy
Welles
Atlantic
Dupont
Port Royal
Charleston
Housatonic
West Point at the Present Day
The article praises modern West Point cadets for broad training beyond drills. It notes practice marches in full uniform, equestrian chores, artillery drills, trenches, and shelter building. Cadets study engineering, map making, chemistry, mechanics, drawing, languages, and military law to build character and fitness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorner
Nicholas
Mike Topomiaphiont
Visic
Aivanod
Laetieid
Praethen
Rogwlan Drik
Theld Engineering
Joentootu
Free Red Sterling
Ios
Oia Media Awied
Touloni
Moeke
Iain
Mims
Owelbeia
Theo
Dhoennon
Caen
Changed Conditions from New York Tole Area
Fragmented OCR text mentions a conversation about conditions and a father melting the beet of It with unclear context. No clear names, dates, places, or outcomes are readable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tole
Pollan
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Davy Jones
Davy
Orient
Standard
Far East
Panamaanal
Western Hemisphere
Shenandoah
Bath
Maine
Irca
Howe
Balllog Daye
Karl Sat
Spitiah
International League Against
Copenhagen
Denmark
New York City
Peklo
Chinewe Empire
Banda
Wangs
Soroarietion
Elles
Kipling
Pat
Mtu
Mesopotamia
West Point
Uncle Sam's Military School
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