White men sighted by Protector in Mornington Island
In Mornington Island of the Wellesley group in the Gulf of Carpentaria, Mr. R. B. Howard, chief Protector of Aborigines in Queensland, reports natives unknown to whites. After two days of searching, a small group was found then more. they are described as primitive, unfamiliar with tobacco, and refusing bread meat or sugar, though they would taste offerings. No disease signs observed. though emaciated, they are strong and agile.
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Mornington Island
Gulf of Carpentaria
R. B. Howard
Queensland
Codmoppe and porpoise lore from old London notes
A London Chronicle excerpt recalls codmoppe in medieval feasts and a menu full of curiosities. It traces codmoppe sauce Hollandaise and origins of dishes like rostid perpes and purpasse pudding, noting quirky spellings and culinary imagination through history.
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Yarmouth
Savoy
London Chronicle
Clock with twenty dials a world time marvel
San Diego showcases a 21 foot high clock with 20 dials displaying world times days of week and month date. Four dials four feet each on a plate glass master clock illuminated nightly. Jewel ornamentation includes tourmaline topaz agate and jade. It took 15 months to build powered by a 200 pound self winding weight. Cost was 3000 dollars.
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San Diego
Cal
How to Change Umbrella Handles Safely
This note from Popular Mechanics explains upgrading an umbrella handle by cleaning the old rod hole, filling with powdered sulfur, and pressing a heated rod into the hole. The sulfur fuses and secures the rod as it cools, a method adaptable to fixing rods in stone, iron, or wood.
Tipping Etiquette Revealed by a Ranch Proprietor
A proprietor amused by a guest asks if she should tip the waiter. The owner then quietly signs the bill, and, from a deep pocket, places a tip on the cloth, remarking that the proprietor is the one who tips the waiter most.
The Great Necessity and a river of luck
A humorous scene shows a woman quoting Ruskin and musing on a river metaphor. Dear responds with a gruff remark about modern wealth, implying social critique of materialism and status symbols.
Kiang Su Woman Dies Under Family Pressure
A woman in an interior Kiang Su village, eager for education, killed herself after harsh treatment by her husband's relatives. Her farewell letter, copied by the Chinese press, is regarded as a national document shaping a new movement toward liberal social customs.
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Kiang Su
Atlantic
Burglar Proof Safe Demonstrated in Bank Vault
A modern invention shown at the Bank of England promises burglar protection. The safe is lowered into a thick masonry concrete vault at night and secured by heavy steel lugs with a triple time lock. Only when released at a set time can it be accessed, making attempts to breach the vault appear futile.
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Bank of England
After the Battle Dramatist Snubs and Friend’s Defense
A backstage squabble unfolds as the dramatist recalls a bitter reception of a piece while defending a friend who claims to have slept through the performance. The exchange highlights tensions between creator and circle.
Up to date family routine on a bustling day
The St Louis Republic vignette depicts a mother relaxing at a club while children pursue varied aims. Wil, Molly, Susan, Edith, and Tessie each have aspirations from teaching and writing to playing piano. A nursing baby and a strict father chase funds to support the family’s needs.
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Willie Motorse
Molly
Susan
Edith
Tessie
St. Louis Republic
British empire expands after Bangkok treaty signed
A treaty signed on March 11 at Bangkok adds 15,000 square miles to the British Empire. The agreement pledges British capital of 20 million dollars for railroad construction south from Bangkok, expanding infrastructure and influence in the region.
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Bangkok
Biam
The Near Thing In Society Slump
A cryptic social note hints at Jonesby losing status as Millyans unveil a new automobile. The piece implies a shift in social circles and a minor scandal around a recent car reveal affecting Jonesby.
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Jonesby
Millyans
Musical Phenomenon Inspires Audience Solidarity
A musician’s liquid notes strangely bond with listeners, turning performance into a shared experience. The crowd seems transfixed as the artist’s liquid melodies create a tangible unity, a strange effect noticed by onlookers.
Nan Lil's Music Relation Brings Local Spotlight
Nan Lil performs a spirited music act at a neighborhood venue, drawing residents and followers. The show features a distinctive style described as a lively blend, with fans praising the performer’s energy and stage presence.
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