Electric pistol and ancient grain lore in a long fragment
A garbled column mixes notes on an early electric pistol by a model and a coal dredging claim with references to bread making in biblical times, Quincy and Whitther House preservation efforts, Biblical and mythological snippets, and scattered local curiosity items spanning science to travel and crime anecdotes.
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John Greenleaf Whitther
Amenbury
Mass
Whitter Hen Association
Greenleaf Whither Pickard
Carry On Song Echoes War Slogan By Service Poem
The piece cites William Hand on the phrase Carry on as the war’s refrain. It notes soldiers and wives exchanging calls to endure amid shortages and danger, then presents Robert W. Service’s verses urging perseverance through battle and life. The text reflects patriotic rallying and spiritual resolve.
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William Hand
England
France
Rinsia
London
Robert W. Service
Kipling
Sweeping Probe Authorized Into Indian Department
A U S Senate bill authorizes a joint commission to investigate the Bureau of Indian Affairs and all related agencies. The probe can subpoena records, visit Indian agencies, and report findings and recommendations next Congress. The project aims to overhaul administration and welfare of Indians amid criticism by Senators.
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Washington
Senate
Senate Indian Committee
Oveqnenes Indian Affairs
House
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Bureau
Congress
Cato Sella
Iowa
Texas
Indian Bureau
Senator Lane
Oregon
Indiana
Lane
Johnson
South Dakota
Indian Office
Irene
Cmima
Court of Claims
Vision of Poland in Mary EK Warkman's Eight Page
In this piece from In 8t Nicholas Magazine the polishes people are praised for their inner strength and spiritual courage amid centuries of struggle. It notes Poland's exile and division by Germany Austria and Russia and highlights how some seek refuge in poetry science and faith while others pursue new worlds and discoveries.
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Poland
Mary EK
Warkman
Nicholas
Germany
Austria
Ropsia
Chapin
Maderowek
Ford
Manoramletl
Mare Cure
Our
Industrial welfare debate echoes in factory talk
At a conference on Industrial welfare Mine Alury Macarthur argued many factories show stigma around the word welfare. The discussion touched on worker conditions and the broader aim of improving labor lives.
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Alury Macarthur
Ancient Trade Secrets and Global Competition
Ancient trade secrets and dye formulas are described as immense fortunes for holders. The article discusses paper making for fine volumes, vermilion pigment, and chartreuse liqueur origins, with notes on global trade, Chinese student mobility, and Canada-US educational exchange shaping future economic ties. It highlights secrecy, value, and cross border competition.
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Oxford Preas Syndicate
More
Tan O
Vatican
Burstwicki
Car Alix Ie Chapelle
Ron
le Grande Chartreuse
France
Aes
Giovanni Farina
Ean de Cologne
Blan
Uncle Wiggily and the Bat in the Grass Night Tale
Susie Littletail Jillie Longtail and Jennie Chipmunk play tag in front of Uncle Wiggily Longears tent. A bat frightens the group while Sammie recites a quip. Uncle Wiggily calms them, warns against harming the bat, and prepares for mosquito patrol as night falls.
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Susie Littletail
Jillie Longtail
Mouse
Jennie Chipmunk
Uncle Wiggily Longears
Jennie
Susie
Jeanie
Abe
Uncle
Jenny
Uncle Wiggily
Sammie Luthetall
Rabbit Soldier
Bunsie
Sammie
Bat Helps Uncle Wiggily Chase Mosquitoes
In a nighttime scene a bat swoops from behind Uncle Wig's tent to bite mosquitoes, saving Uncle Wiggily Longears. The captain notes the bat's sight in the dark and its role in catching bugs, while the rabbit owner praises the bat for its aid. Daylight nears and the bat hides in a tree.
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Uncle Wig
Uncle Wiggily
Weill
Chaplin’s Audiences and the Tone of His Comedy
The Des Moines Capital reports Chaplin advising on audience perception sea of superiority in intelligence. He warns against overdoing the disdain as it can disgust viewers. The piece notes his shift toward musical talent, and hints he may retire from film acting soon while maintaining a growing reputation.
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Chaplin
Les Moines
Charlie Chaplin
Rey
Barefoot Weather Reflections From a Provincial Chronicle
A fragmentary column recalls barefoot days and spring rituals as boys and mothers plan season fun. The piece notes lingering weather indeterminacy, hints at rural routines from corn planting to peony time, and observes youngsters arguing with adults about readiness for summer warmth.
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Wilton
Pittsburgh
Ganette- Gr
Rey
Tome
Canada Looks Toward China in New Trade Push
A garbled note outlines Canadian political shifts toward China, mentioning parliamentary legislation and a pursuit of stronger economic ties. The fragment hints at serendipitous alignment with foreign markets and policy aims, though specifics are unclear due to text corruption.
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Canada
China
Brintian Relegee Monitor
Canadien
Phe
Mink
Cme
Renunie
Raina
To the Shade of the Great Calhoun in West's Docket
The piece debates treaty power and states rights, citing Paganov Cerri Ohio and a Sweden consular estate case. It notes that the treaty making power rests with the federal executive and Senate and cannot override constitutional limits or encroach on states sovereignty.
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Calhoun
West
United States
Unitedes
President
Senate
Congress
Paganov
Cerri
Ohio
Wortheastern
Eume
Sweden
Ohlo
Nichols
Executive
United States Senate
Popcorn For Home Gardens From National Teeney Food Garden
A piece from the National Teeney Food Garden commission of Washington says home gardeners can profit by growing popcorn. Children who plant this year to market their crop after popping next winter may earn cash from a small plot. Warm, well drained soil eight inches deep, rows spaced close, frequent weeding, and harvesting when kernels are white are advised for best results.
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Philadelphia North American
National Teeney Food Garden Commission
Washington
Chi
Exhortation to Courage in Old Boston Text
Fragmentary OCR from Boston Transcript presents archaic exhortations on courage and fear with garbled phrases. The readable sections hint at defending kingly resolve and resisting threats, but the passage remains incomplete and difficult to interpret.
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Annie
Beaases Ltd
Facts About Hearing And The Senses In Music
The article explains hearing as a process from sound waves to nerve impulses registered in the brain. It details the external ear as a catching board, the ear drum, middle ear bones, and the cochlea within the inner ear, including the role of the fluid and nerve endings shaping sound perception.
A Scotch Hint From Grit Agile Conversation
In a Scots exchange Jock plans a proposal and recalls past days and presences. The dialogue mentions Saybith Piaah and various days Tuesday Wednesday Thursday with playful banter. Maggie, anxious, urges restraint as the moment nears.
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Jock
Thurg
Maggie
Old Flag and the Fallen Heroes of War
A fragmented poem recalls the old flag, its sacrifice, and the courage of soldiers and civilians. It laments losses from battles and hunger, honoring those who bled and persevered. The speaker questions the flag’s mission now and the duty to keep freedom alive for all people.
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Miphty Devia
Bill
Brian
France Sees Fifteen Billion Franc War Damage Estimate
Paris reports Georges Desplas of the war damages committee says total public and private property losses in France reach about 15 billion francs. The plan envisions temporary war indemnity tribunals and department commissions to process claims, with reconstruction aims to revive France’s economy after the invasion and occupation.
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Paris
France
Georges Desplas
Chamber of Deputies
Ptae
of Deputies
Anys M. Desplas
United States
Switzerland
Spain
Denmark
M. Desplas
Thois
Long Maimary
Rawetree Ont Wechinery
Department of the Nord
Department of the Aisne
Pas de Calais
Department of the Ardennes
Fun With a Vacuum from the American Hey
A stunt using a burnt out incandescent bulb explains creating a partial vacuum inside by heating with hot water then cooling under water. The procedure produces steam, vacuum collapse, and a water hammer effect with a sharp click when inverted, yielding a novel toy.
Unclear OCR Fragment From The New York Evening Post
A garbled OCR fragment mentions an actor and a celebrated playwright in company with another man of note. It references a story told by the actor about his best manner and a comment by a man described as oleman mark, with puzzling dialogue and stray phrases. Names and connections are obscured by transcription errors.
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New York
Omniaans
Mark
Oleman Mark
Dulkins
Eat More Fish and Other Food Rationing Thoughts
A fragmented, garbled note discusses fish consumption, beef substitutes, and dietary guidance amid wartime food concerns. It mentions McLandourgn Winnon of New York and hints at civic duties and country support through nutrition. The legible parts point to urging healthier eating and rationing practices for national effort.
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Mali
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