Leavenworth Heir's Illness Delays Morning Plans
Richard Leavenworth loses an election and falls ill from fever after the defeat. His sister Loretta, mother Mrs Leavenworth, and nurse Madge care for him at home while distant plans unfold. He asks Madge to marry him and she hints consent as she stays beside him.
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Richard Leavenworth
Richard
France
Ile
Nome
Leavenworths
Loretta
Gepoole
Leavenworth
Jess
Leretta
Owens
Nalibo
Yix
Weta Pesart
Maine
Madge
Diario
Miuige
Tin Islands Mystery Solved in Hebrides Discovery
A historic debate over Cassiterides the tin islands is revived by a find in the Hebrides showing tin deposits. The new evidence suggests the Hebrides may be the legendary source for Phoenician tin once sought for bronze production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Julius Caesar
Spain
Hebrides
A Humorous Verse on a Streamside Scene
The excerpt recalls a serene springtime stream with clear water and lush banks. A narrator notes how travelers seek the shade and beauty along the water while only one old frog remains nearby, not croaking.
Waterproof Glue Hardening By Light Exposure Process
A method describes rendering glue insoluble by adding crystals of bichromate of potash to the dissolving water and exposing the glued part to light. For forest purposes one fiftieth part of the glue amount is suggested. Potassium bichromine in the glue makes it insoluble when light hits and allows it to harden.
Fragmentary Gideon Lexicon Note on Shibboleth Phrase
A garbled excerpt discusses the word Shibboleth and its pronunciation by a group, noting distorted letters and confusion. Judges 0-6 reference implies a clash over language, with the crowd mocked for mispronunciation. The source preserves the basic event but lacks clear names or places.
Cement and wood reinforcement caution in concrete
The article notes that wood used as reinforcement must be impregnated with magnesium chloride and placed to prevent cross sectional weaknesses. If this precaution is ignored, the concrete mill may crack.
Porcelain Rings Adorn Ancient Egypt and Assyria
In ancient times porcelain rings were common in Egypt and Assyria. They were worn in bows and painted with delicate yurinting often highlighted by enamel brilliance.
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Egypt
Assyria
Health suggestion for busy individuals to rest periodically
A health note advises that people with heavy workloads or highly active nervous systems should take a day in bed every fortnight to rest and recuperate. It emphasizes regular breaks to maintain well being.
America Makes Big Disks for Telescopes
Large telescope disks are now produced in the United States after overcoming mechanical challenges. Dr. George W. Morey announces that pure, flaw free glass ingredients and careful handling enabled the delicate process. Work began at the Currne gle Geophysical Laboratory during World War I to reduce reliance on German optical glass.
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New York
United States
George W. Morey
American Chemical Society
Geophysical Laboratory
Currnegle Institution
Washington
Cerrany
Loell
Observatory
Flagstaff
Artz
Optical Glass Corporation
Submarine Senses and Civilian Aid Mark War Effort
One of the first submarines used by her army and navy received senses fashioned beyond the Rhine with private citizens donating opera glasses and binoculars to support the fighting forces. High quality optical glimpses are now available on this side.
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John P. Holland
Gea
Holland
Revolutionary Party
Ireland
Long Island Sound
United States
New JL-6 All Metal Plane Set to Transform Aviation
John M. Larsen's JL-6 all metal monoplane is described as a revolutionary design that will supplant frail wood and linen aircraft. The aircraft features a metal fuselage and wings, no interwing struts, a silent 160 hp Mercedes engine, and capacity for six passengers plus two pilots, signaling a major industry shift away from spruce and ash construction.
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New York
America
John M. Larsen
JLG
Larsen
Junker Company
Germany
Bodie
Raoul Lufberry
Hugo Junker
Two Civil War Vets Receive Long‑Delayed State Aid
Two veterans, each over 80, received aid from the state for unpaid bounty and interest dating back more than half a century. They were among the oldest ten so treated at the latest session of the state auditors board.
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Jansing
Board of State Auditors
Cincinnati Faces Rats as Census Boost
City officials compare rat population to census gains noting about 400000 rodents cause over a half million dollars in damage yearly. If Cincinnati counted its rats as citizens the city would show up with other cities having large census increases.
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Cincinnati
United States
Malaria Zone Encompasses 800 Million People Says Rockefeller Chief
George E. Vincent of the Rockefeller Foundation estimates 800 million people live in the malaria belt spanning tropical and semi tropical regions. He cites the southern US, Mexico, Central America, the West Indies and northern South America. Foundation sanitarians push methods to curb malaria by eradicating the anopheles mosquito, screen housing, and using quinine to sterilize carriers.
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New York
George E. Vincent
Rockefeller Foundation
United States
Mexico
Central America
West Indies
South America
Mr. Vincent
Bees Swarm Gateway Lion at President Ebert’s Berlin Residence
A colony of bees swarmed into the stone lion on the gateway to President Ebert’s residence in Berlin amid a crowd. Police used a garden hose to drive them out. Spectators lamented the bees did not produce honey at the presidential site.
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Ebert
Berlin
Bismarck
I Imperial Court
Germany
French stone eater Benoist recounts a northern France case
Theophile Benoit describes a stone eater named Brunda found on a northern uninhabited island. The man swallows stones and can ingest liquids like water wine and brandy. He sleeps 12 hours daily in a seated posture, smokes constantly, and shows a very large gullet and strong teeth.
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Theophile Benoit
France
Brunda
Rugs Through Time From Persia To Cleopatra’s Court
The piece describes rugs in ancient and religious contexts. It notes Persians and Mohammedans using prayer rugs with compass direction toward Mecca. It mentions Cleopatra ordering looms in Egypt and sending a bale of woven rugs to Caesar. It cites Virgil describing rugs under royal thrones and on chariots.
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Mecca
Mohammed
Egypt
Cleopatra
Caesar
Mediterranean
Virgil
The Sestertius Coinage in Roman History
This note traces the sestertius from its Latin meaning half a third to its role in Roman coinage. It covers silver and copper units, weight changes, relation to the as, post Punic War cessation, Marius reforms, and Augustus era copper sestertius valued about four cents.
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Rome
B. C
de Marius
Augustus
A. C
Senate
United States
Rainy Swiss Day Keeps Travelers Close to Inn
A rainy day in Switzerland halts travel and keeps everyone near the inn. The coachman, guide, and boatman stay put as travelers reflect, write letters, and finish sketches. Longfellow notes the pause brings regret mixed with quiet content.
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Switzerland
Henry W. Longfellow
Sir David Duck Explains Expressions To His Ducks
In a barnyard tale Sir David Duck asserts he will not tolerate pecking at clouds or rain. He explains phrases like put my foot down and come off with flying colors to Lady David Duck and the ducklings. They head to the pond to learn by example.
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Sir David Duck
Lady David Duck
Sir David
Lady David
Sun
Quack
David Duck
Varying Opinions on Love and Marriage Endorsements
Deacon Gildrow argues a man may safely marry if he will pay for his partner with a new suit even at the cost of another winter for his old coat. Mrs Gildrow counters that a wife may marry a man she loves if she accepts his old shoes cluttering the closet.
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Deacon Gildrow
Hit
Proving It and a Live Wire Smith in Shock Claim
A lively exchange centers on Smith described as a live wire. The witness recalls Smith touching them for twenty dollars this morning, citing a shock reaction.
Motive Power and a Christmas Train Ride
A family recalling travel by auto, a late Christmas sprint to catch a train, and a first bobsled ride for their son. The horses run slowly, the driver halts by the roadside to switch, and the boy blurts out a surprised question about getting gas.
Germs Found On Fly Body Counts Six Million Six Hundred Thousand
A single fly was found to harbor 6 600 000 disease germs on its body. Scientists warn travelers to maintain hygiene and avoid contact with insects to reduce disease spread.
Thought for the Day: Noble Thoughts Embrace Companions
A brief Thought for the Day notes that those guided by noble thoughts are never truly alone. The line emphasizes inner virtues as steadfast companions to readers.
Beachchildren Dialogue Reveals Parental Roles
Two young sisters aged five and six play on the beach. When one asks what her father does the other replies he does whatever mother says. The jest highlights family dynamics in a simple domestic scene.
Waterspout Spins Fast Above Sea Level
A waterspout estimates its spinning speed at six miles per minute while about a quarter of a mile above the sea. The vortex remains in constant rotation and collapses when its motion ceases.
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McClure Newspaper Syndicate
Coliece
Hee
Pitchard
Oulwins
Cavens
Ste
Elec
Het
Philip
Postr Minster
Chanes
Tin Islands
Edansiss
Hebrim&t
Meliitedia
P. H. Cheley
Jordan
Wedd
Tom
U.S
U. S. Navy
Vladivostok
Vladivostok Harbor
New Orleans
A. S. Gleaves
Sestertius
Mamma
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