Fireproofing Cotton Fabrics by Asbestinizing Process
Dr W Perkins of Owane College reports a major discovery enabling cotton and similar fabrics to be permanently fireproof through asbestinizing. The process makes fabrics non ignitable even after washing, altering the material’s very nature rather than just applying a temporary coating. Germany has already shown interest as Europe produces these inflammable goods.
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W. Perkins
Owane College
Thys
Scientific American
Neha
Polson
Germany
Europe
Considerate driver calms frightened horse near car
A driver halted to ease a young horse’s fear, turning off the engine and guiding the animal to inspect the car. He talked gently, let the horse sniff and inspect for five minutes, then proceeded slowly. The horse grew calm and allowed slow, repeated approach before the car moved on.
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Tank Post
Historic cavern near Yonkers known as Washingtons Browne
A historic cave near Lowerre station by Yonkers, called Washingtons Browne, formed by two huge rock masses meeting at an angle. It measures about 20 feet long, six wide, and 15 feet high with large rock fragments broken around it. Local legend says Washington sought refuge there to escape pursuers.
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Lowerre
Yonkers
Chaetia
Padiende
Wear
Hudson
Washington
Browne
Infant Terror Adopted by Stock Raising Couple
A tale from the New York Post describes five families hosting an “infant terror” girl readied for city care. A stockman, impressed by the child’s eyes like his colt, offers to take her, telegraphs his wife, and the pair soon adopt her, giving the child their name.
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New York
Tye
N. Y. Post
Eskimo Arrowhead Found in Wild Goose Near Spokane
A wild goose shot far south near Spokane City Washington carried an Eskimo carved ivory arrowhead in its breast. The arrowhead about eight diverse long shows Eskimo origin and walrus tusk ivory. Smithsonian notes confirm no similar head used by Washington Canadians. Mayne Baltimore reports in Scientific American.
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Spokane City
Wash
Gartorpdink
Washington
Mayne
Baltimore
Scientific American
Grand Duke Alexis Likes Fried Potatoes in Paris
A Boston Globe item recounts Grand Duke Alexis of Russia loving street fried potatoes in Paris. He bought daily servings, paid generously, and chatted with the vendor who mistook him for a local. When addressed as Your Excellency, he laughed at the mistaken honor and never returned for more potatoes.
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Alexis
Russia
Paris
Boston Globe
Cure for the Divorce Evil Realities of Matrimony
Milwaukee Sentinel notes the public discourse on marriage and divorce, contrasting the effort to entertain after marriage with the perceived vigor of divorce lawyers. The column reflects 19th or early 20th century attitudes toward domestic life and professional perspectives on dissolution.
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Milwaskee Sentinel
Addition to Trains Promises Luxurious New Route
A historic rail feature describes a new train service with modern equipment including Palace Day Coaches and observation cars. It highlights electric lighting and cooling, onboard library, and meal service, aiming to attract travelers and connect the Gulf to the Southwest, under Mr Feed Harvey's management amid broader service improvements to Texas and the region.
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Harvey
Aner
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Comarde
Aed
Paria
Texes
Publication Notice in Lafayette County Court
Order of publication in Lafayette County Missouri to the defendant Gustavus Clayton Looks Clayton and Madge Farrington. The state seeks a judgment for taxes interest and costs on property in Lexington. Four weeks publication in Lexington Weekly Intelligencer before the next term of court. End of notice confirms clerk and attorney names.
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Oircutt Court
Said
Jay
State of Missouri
Utnapot
J. Pollversin
Lafayette County
Stat of
Lexington
Rene Nerevin
Bebo
Lexington Weekly Intelicencer
Coun Rat Lafayette
H. Campbell
J. W. Svoxon
D. C
Charles Lyons
Probate notices issued in Lafayette County
The administration on the estate of Joho Zeyaing was granted August 4 in Lafayette County Probate Court. Creditors must file claims for allowance within one year or be barred from the estate. if not filed within two years, claims will be forever barred. Administrator Ervin Zeysing oversees the proceedings.
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Joho Zeyaing
Lafayette County
Issoun
Fof Atgell
Ervin Zeysing
Notice to Bridge Contractors for August 3 bid
Notice to bridge contractors advertising the lowest and best bidder for construction of a wooden bridge across a branch near a location described as Stolle abit. Keating will be at the bridge site at 1 o’clock. Plans and sections available for review. Bond for maintenance mentioned. commission reserves right to accept or reject bids. Also includes an unrelated testimonial for Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonique.
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Keating
Letuog
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Damiminast
Burlington-Northern Route launches from Kanead City
The Burlington-Northern Press announces the through service from Kanead City at 6:10 p.m. with connections from the East and South. It promises tourist sleepers to Batre Spokane Tacoma Seattle Portland and offers low cost summer excursions to Kansas City St Paul Michigan Canada St Lawrence Atlantic coast and Chicago with Mail publications and agent contacts.
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M- Press
Kanead City
Hines
Kapans City
Northwest Territory
Trael
Batre
Spokane
Tacoma
Seattle
Portland
Burlington
Danver
Colorado Springs
Retuga
Kansas City
St. Paul
Michigan
Canada
St. Lawreace
Atlantic Coast
Chicago
Kaos City
St. Louia
The Mirror aims to become Lafayette County’s best paper
Editor Will Ward Mitchell of Higeinaville Missouri appeals to Lafayette county readers to help publish The Mirror as a high quality local weekly. He urges subscriptions and support as the paper plans September 1 launch with readers advised to send in orders and contributions.
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Leo Bool
Higeineville
Ani Conde
Lafayette County Friends
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