St Pauls Cathedral London Rumor Of Sinking Reappears
Reports revived that St Pauls Cathedral in London was sinking with cracks widening in the dome. Engineer Sir Francis Fox warned the subway near the building could disrupt its balance and threaten its safety prompting public alarm and debate.
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Deteriorating St Pauls Dome Sparks Fear Of Collapse
Cracks widening in the great dome of St Pauls Cathedral in London have been linked to dangerous structural decay. Despite warnings from experts and past cathedral failures, authorities delayed major foundation work. The present church, begun 1675 and completed 1710, features a 364 foot dome and 110 foot diameter, with a history tracing back to earlier buildings and a great fire in 1666.
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Czarina in Russia Stricken by Incurable Illness
London reports from the czar’s household say the czarina endures an incurable neuritis and cannot walk, moved by couch or in a boat shaped sleigh for park visits at Tsarskoe-Selo amid her son's tubercular illness. The czar curbs his brother Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovitch after a scandalous marriage, stripping him of 200,000 rubles annual allowance, five residences, staff, and military rank, and sending him abroad in exile.
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Army horse at Fort Myer learns clever jumping feat
Marshal Ney, once doomed for the rendering plant after a grave illness, is saved by Lt Shep ard of Fort Myer. Twice rescued from death, the army horse now jumps over a table full of diners without moving them, demonstrating a remarkable trick in front of the post.
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Two Women Editors of Suffrage Paper Debut in Politics
The Women's Political World, a new eight page suffrage periodical from New York City, introduces editors Nora Blatch De Forest and Beatrice Brown. It promises vigorous editorials, state capital reporting, and aims to push New York toward 1915 woman suffrage.
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Early Diplomats to Turkey and their Trials
The London Chronicle recounts 17th and 18th century envoy experiences in Constantinople. In 1673 the grand vizier seized French dispatches and imprisoned Delahaye the first secretary after refusal to surrender the embassy cipher. Despite Louis XIV's power no reprisals followed. Envoys faced strict oversight and travel prohibitions until mid 1700s.
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Rain Making Fallacies, Weather Bureau Cites Limits
Scientific American notes the United States weather bureau rejects any method to create rain by human action. A cloud's weight prevents powder or dynamite shocks from producing rain as cooling condenses water vapor, not shocks. The belief that battles cause rain is deemed erroneous by scientists.
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Firework display aided a South Africa escape tale
In a London Standard yarn cited by a reader, Sir Harry Johnston recalls using a grand firework show to deter a Wakibosho attack in South Africa. He describes bengal lights and rockets that frightened the attackers as they fled. A museum visitor asks about Jewish rebellion around A.D. 50 and is told to consult Josephus.
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Called the Bluff in Court Olive Branch Exchange
A courtroom exchange features a lawyer claiming his clients sought settlement while the judge quips that no olives were on the branch, highlighting a witty rebuke to the attempt. The dialogue showcases legal theatrics and dry humor in a dispute resolution moment.
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Ring on Different Finger Shocks Lip Pincott's Hopeful Man
A terse exchange centers on a sister who silently reacts to news of a man’s presence. She slips a ring from one finger to another, signaling subtle sentiment. Lip Pincott’s remark frames the moment with quiet irony.
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Refining in American politics sparks pork barrel rename
A London Ty ler quip about hand reading and a Washington Star jab redefine the pork barrel and pie counter in political terms with humorous refinements. The exchange notes a association passing a resolution to rename fiscal tools as appetizing dishes.
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Not a Fool
A fragment from the Philadelphia Record shows a quip about fools and money. The speaker challenges Mrs. Gnaggs while noting a history of failed attempts to obtain money.
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