Holed stone legends and a Canadian horn case
A Cornwall moorland trio of stones known as the Menan tol features a center hole large enough for a man to pass through, tied to old rites about curing rheumatism. Separately, Dr. R C Lawrence reports a 55 year old Canadian woman growing a horn on her forehead that reached five inches before being surgically removed. doctors deem it a true horn in health terms.
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Pengsanece
Cornwall
England
Strand Magazine
R. C. Lawrence
Treasure of John Murray desk found by Gloucester church
The Universalist church in Gloucester discovers letters proving the desk’s owner as John Murray, father of his faith in the country. Murray arrived in 1770, joined revolutionary forces as chaplain, resigned due to ill health, and founded the present church in Gloucester. Also noted is US troops in Porto Rico costing $156,000 annually. The force is largely local recruits with American officers, seen as beneficial though not police duty.
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Universalist Church
Gloucester
John Murray
Murray
United States
Porto Rico
Match Factory on the Pacific Coast Turns Out Doors and Sashes
A single match factory on the Pacific coast covers 240 acres and runs over thirty miles of railroad. It receives daily 200000 feet of straight grained knot-free sugar pine and yellow pine logs for its machines. By products become larger items and the plant turns out about a thousand doors and window sashes daily.
The Christ anaes Dinner Lecture Sparks Bread Pudding Talk
Mrs Charlotte Clayton Terence of Cleveland condemns a country hotel cook during a lecture. She claims the cook could obtain a hotel job and notes the chef knows 22 distinct names for bread pudding in a lively exchange.
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Charlotte Clayton- Terence
Cleveland
Mrs. Clayton-Terence
Population milestones in 1900 city sizes across states
In 1900 only three states had a city over 1,000,000. Six states had cities over 500,000, eight over 400,000, and 16 states had one or more cities over 500,000. Cities of 100,000 plus appear in 26 states, while 4 percent of states have cities over 54,000.
Dress Materials and Names Traceable to Places
The article notes many dress fabrics derive their names from locations such as fustian from Fustat Calne nuslin from Mosul Damascus cambria from Cambria and millinery from Milan. It contrasts obvious origins with lesser known etymologies including damask from Damascus and combric from Cambria.
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Getrukhan
Fustat
Mosul
Ancient Crete Reinterprets Women Through Attested Waist Dress
Fragmentary report notes researchers claim Crete thousand years ago showcased extreme antiquity of civilization. Descriptions describe women wearing wide, spreading skirts and tightly bound waists with notable style expressions.
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Mosao
Crete
First edition Guldens pulled from circulation, collectors hoard
It is reported that nearly all of the 20 gold coins in the first edition of the Kulot Gaudens order have been withdrawn from circulation and placed by collectors, likely never to be used as currency again.
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Kuliot Gaudens Ourlen
Irreverent Pook Ja Draws Controversy Over Feathers
The passage discusses a figure named Hindeo opposing feathered Bible material and critiquing Victorian religious displays. It notes concerns about impurity and the implied compromise of Christian imagery by such feathered books during a period of cultural debate.
Fragmented OCR Dialogue on Governance and Trade
A garbled historical fragment presents characters Frepchoan and Vrigethels trading remarks about government towing, medals, and taxes. It references Kognon wove erument, Crane, Nioideon Pauper, and a 1K67 pane duct with mentions of Mor trees and Lind Durch the A cura, yielding unclear proportions.
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Vrigethels Goldier
Ceore and Nixa Rally Overland Ranch Controversy
An unnamed senator from Ne vide leads a dispute over a 4000 acre ranch near Wyaowlogander with force and a proposed 00 aorta. Reports mention Tonopah, choudfield, ephiochia, and Moohattan with mentions of Melevten 3 tatawei.
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Ceore & Nixa
Nevide
Wentel Lovvore wineh duiger Alla Vormat wien
Fragmentary text notes an owner named Alla Vormat related to a place called The Haven and a wine duel or fight scene. Mentions aliases and entries with unclear actions. Local details are obscured by garbled OCR.
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Willams Menyiout
Duiger
Witchcraft and Ghosts Reported on Town Hill
Waterbury Connecticut residents report Town Hill haunted by witches and ghosts with daily activity. neighbors tell of banging chairs moving on their own and cattle sickness while residents observe eerie sounds and nocturnal apparitions at the Allen homestead and nearby farms.
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Waterbury
Conn
Terryville
Town Hill
Allen
A. L
Buying Mules to Fit the Harness for British Indian Service
Three hundred Missouri mules with 61 inch girths are being prepared in Kansas City for a British transport to Calcutta. The mules, valued for their strength, will carry machine guns and ammunition as the British army leverages versatile muleteers for colonial campaigns in India, with departures planned in December.
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Washington Post
India
Rtobert L. McDonald
Kansas City
Kansas
Calcutta
Hunyalaya
Awell
Almalayan
Missouri
Golne
Tommy Atkin
Eitieh
Wien
Oethon
United States
England
Fragmented verse on daily labor and virtue in prayer
A fragmented poem fragment sketches daily toil and mercy as a guiding duty. It references work, prayer, and a moral harvest, with garbled lines hinting at a religious theme and a mention of Coolidge.
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Suen Coolidge
Michigan’s 1960 Grindatunes output hits seventy three thousand
The record notes Michigan produced $73,000 worth of grindatunes in 1960 marking a notable output for the year.
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Michigan
New Gotham Building to Feature World’s Largest Clock
New York reports the Metropolitan Life building in Madison Square will house what is expected to be the largest clock in the world. The clock diameter reaches about twenty six feet, surpassing Westminster Abbey’s and aligning with the tower’s height of around forty stories. The clock sits on the 26th through 27th floors, with the dial center roughly 446 feet above the street.
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Gotham
New York
Metropolitan Life
Madison Square
Mie Benlin
Westminster Abbey
London
Rhone
Carmen
Congo
Wien
Dali
Batttoah
Washington Monument Doomed Engineers Urge Concrete Fill
Report outlines fears the Washington Monument may collapse due to structural weakness. Engineers propose filling the hollow shaft with cement, running a steel line from top to distribute weight, and pumping in cement to stabilize the column, a plan requiring months and massive material weight.
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Washington Monument
Graceful feminine gown described in decorative fashion sketch
The article details a pale blue model gown with a Liberty fichu bodice embellishment, curved Liberty trim on the skirt, and a draped Liberty girdle. It notes the design works in chiffon or sheer material and suggests fine lace as an alternative trim.
Night Vigil of a Mother's Gaze and a Dying Dream
A nocturnal scene depicts a mother and daughter in a dim chamber. The daughter contemplates beauty, aging, and the female role as wax tapers burn while echoes of mothers and poets weigh the cost of womanhood.
Necklace fashion trends among schoolgirls worldwide
A garbled report discusses various necklace styles for schoolgirls, mentioning different types and fashion aims. The text references ornamental pieces and desires for a refined pendant, noting a preference for a gold tone and light, whitey appearance.
Pearl and Ribbon Jewelry Trends for Young Gowns
The article describes delicate pearl necklaces and bracelets for young girls, including tiny seed pearls and coral collars. It notes velvet ribbons or golden brown tones as elegant necklines, with suggestions for dog collars, narrow pearl cords, and practical gift ideas like compact powder cases and matching ribbons.
Fashion notes from a past Evening Gathering
A fragment describes a stylish ensemble with contrasting sleeves and fabric tones. It mentions a recent event on Voilot and a Mack gauze gown with a white base and black trim on the decailetage, reflecting era dress details.
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Irene
Social amenities for the young girls in school
A fragmented discussion on behavior and appearance for young girls in public spaces, stressing propriety, protection, and moral standards. The text warns against exposing girls to inappropriate theater, dancing, or public scrutiny, urging guardians to ensure safety and dignity.
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