The House Fly and Public Health Crusade in New York
A long commentary argues the house fly is a major disease carrier far more dangerous than other insects. It details its biology, breeding in horse manure, and its role in spreading typhoid and other illnesses. It urges manure management, outhouse elimination, proper sanitation, and civic cooperation to curb the pest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel D. Jackson
American Civic Association
National Municipal League
Jackson
Flg
W. M. Eaton
J. Mason
Pandora's Box
G. N. Kober
White House
New York City
Maddox
Simmonds
New York
Cians
Packard
Howard
East Side
West Side
Upper Broadway
Why American boys should boxing says Billy Edwards
Retired pugilist Billy Edwards explains why American boys boxing is seldom chosen. He cites nerve, reach, speed, and practice with or without gloves as keys to becoming proficient. Boxing reduces fat, but overexertion harms the heart, and he argues boxing can curb knife and pistol violence by promoting self control and skill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy Edwards
Poys
What a curious looking clock says Nan and shakes it
Nan muttered about the strange clock and attempted to shake it free from its place. The note hints at mystery or danger surrounding the object as she debates what to do next. The scene captures curiosity and tension in a brief moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nan
Bicycle Invented Long Ago by Frenchman in 1690
In 1690 M de Sivrac conceived a two wheeled vehicle with a saddle mounted on a wooden beam and cross pieces. Riders propelled it by foot pushes, balancing by feet. The device, called the Celerifere or Dandy horse, gained English popularity before jokes and cartoons ended the fad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank H. Vizetelly
St Nicholas
Mr. Vizetelly
M. de Sivrac
Blancuard
Louis XVI
Blanchard
England
Duke of York
Lively game for exercise with curious rubber ball racquet
An outdoor ball game uses a racquet with a cuplike rubber receptacle. Two or more players pass a small rubber ball by jerking to dislodge and flip it back and forth. Players catch the ball in the cup and project it to others for continuous play.
Japanese Maxim Monkeys At Nikko Temple
A famed left handed sculptor carved a trio of monkeys representing the maxim see no evil hear no evil and speak no evil. The figures are positioned above a Nikko temple as a noted cultural illustration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Nikko
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fred A
Chappell
MESCE
Neap
Fongue
Foot
Evurss Tun
Tris
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