Crookedest Railroad in the World on Tamalpais
The Tamalpais railroad in California is described as the crookedest in the world by the Wall Street Journal. It covers eight miles with a longest tangent of 413 feet and achieves five loops plus two bowknots to reach 90 feet elevation. The line ends about half a mile higher than it begins with no steep grades.
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Example of Oratory Shaping Character and Action
The passage contrasts eloquence with daily conduct and argues that genuine character is shown by deeds. It emphasizes that even persuasive rhetoric matters less than how people live their beliefs in daily life. The text urges visible steps along a virtuous path.
The Coming Fuel
The text argues that alcohol can be sourced from any growth, potentially replacing gasoline as a fuel. It notes current engines and motors are not adapted for alcohol use, reducing its power when used in engines designed for gasoline.
Disappointed Children Reflect Small Town Mishap
Claude Callan recalls a humorous incident from the Fort Worth Star Telegram about a grocery delivery mistake. A ham left at the house sparked pretend celebration by the children while Martha cried, as the family assumed adults were out on a spree.
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Millionaires in Cheerfulness
A brief anonymous reflection notes that many ordinary people are millionaires of cheerful ness. Their presence brightens neighborhoods and raises the value of surrounding lots, making communities better places to live.
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Limited Hog Millet Seed For Sale Near Sligo
C L Morgan offers a small batch of hog millet seed for sale at five cents per pound. Located five miles southwest of Sligo, the listing invites buyers to contact the seller.
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