History of wallpaper making and the Reveillon upheaval
The narrative traces early wallpaper makers including Joseph Bumstad of Boston, his 1824 and later travels in France, and Bamestead’s notes on Zuber of Alsace who allegedly achieved continuous rolls in 1429 and sold English rights for 5000. It covers 1850 France’s first machine printing at Manchester and the Royal Manufactory of Reveillon’s 1789 riot.
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America
Joseph Bumstad
Boston
France
Bamestead
Zuber
Alsace
Ropperswiller
Manchester
England
Reveillon
Revellion
Uetory
Reyeillen
London
Insect Radio Carrier Gains Novel Attention
A 19th century note describes the gall midge and related insects as possible life forms enabling radio reception. It discusses isophene insects used in indoor sets, their resemblance to a miniature ear, and the role of male individuals in detecting female calls, outlining early ideas of insect-based hearing mechanisms.
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Orter Eit
New Yorke
Cutouolo
Portigal Women Carry Shoes on Heads in Opera
In Oporto Portugal women are seen balancing baskets and even sleeping babies on their heads while walking barefoot or with shoes balanced atop. The practice extends to umbrella carrying on the head, a skill seen as remarkable and common among local women during daily life.
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Oporto
Oporte
Perfection Imperative in Hamlet Fatt Production
Hamlet Fatt starred in Julius Caesar Bar with the cast nearly perfect after 40 weeks. An extra New York rehearsal was held to ensure a strong showing in the next town, with plans noting that Rame was Caesar's home town and Twins.
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Hamlet Fatt
New York State
Rame
Caesar
Hotel Buffalo Barbs and Bold Claims Questioned
A garbled inquiry from an unknown source appears to discuss a hotel in Buffalo and a sequence of remarks about a heart and “favorite barbs.” The text is fragmented and unclear, with missing context and possible typing errors, preventing a clear news-style summary.
No Doubt About It Honeymoon Tale
A newly married man, eager to display his status, asks for rooms at a hotel. He tells the clerk he needs rooms for himself and his wife. The clerk asks for the number, and the groom asks if his wife is sweet, confirming she is. The exchange ends with the groom affirming his wife’s sweetness.
Deer Tamed as Family Resident at Penobscot Farm
A tame deer at Matamagon on the east branch of the Penobscot visits the house and eats from the table. It prefers sleeping by the woods edge and plays in the dooryard during the day, often following a dog. On release it leaps through windows, breaking glass sash. Portland press notes.
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Matamagon
Portland
Nationality test for a hostess in Waelishwatmar era described
The article cites a method to determine a hostess nationality using a test as authorities supply more lamps for possibly confirming identity. It notes Scotland as a potential reference point and includes a quoted line about recognizing the guest, reflecting period rhetoric in Chicago Daily News.
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Scotland
Anc
Chicago Daily News
Snakes in Queensland Bush Enter Homes and Tales
Miss Paxiey describes traps using a frog lure and a poisoned milk saucer to kill snakes that enter houses in Queensland. She recalls a friend who closed a doorway to prevent a deadly black snake from entering, and notes a snake’s jaw mechanics forcing continued swallowing when two snakes share a kill.
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Queensland
Paxiey
Miss Xley
Avoid Habit of Worrying in Modern Life
Arnold Bennett argues worry creates friction hindering performance. He urges masters to keep the mental machine running at peak activity with minimal friction, warning against slowing after success. The path to true success lies in continuous, efficient operation and daily satisfaction of the worker.
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Arnold Bennett
Governor’s Old Friends Attend Swearing In
A new governor invites hometown friends to witness the oath. The group includes plain, aging locals known to the governor. A pert young woman comments on their appearance, prompting the governor to defend them as “just a few tried and true old friends” who may lack fancy paint but will stand firm.
All at Sea Hewitt Comment on Ignorant Men
Fragmentary OCR style line shows a dispute over charges and covered expenses. The text mentions Hewitt and Jayeri with phrases about ignorance and if a comment is removed, better understanding of charged expenses. No clear dates or locations.
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Hewitt
Jayeri
I O O F to Meet at Lancaster for 94th Grand Encampment
Members of the I O O F plan the ninety fourth annual grand encampment session in Lancaster during the week of October 14 and the thirtieth annual session of the department council. The dedication of the new Lancaster Odd Fellows hall at 213 and 215 West Chestnut Street will occur during the event with officers of the grand lodge in charge. A parade is scheduled for October 16 with prizes for best uniformed ranks and for degree work.
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Lancaster
Pennsylvania
Department Council
The
Lancaster Odd Fellows
Chestnuut Street
Grand Lodge
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertised by F J Cheney Co
Local article describes Hall's Catarrh Medicine with an external ointment and an internal tonic. It claims quick relief by local application and systemic action through the blood to clear catarrh. The advert notes the product has been sold by druggists for over 40 years and lists F J Cheney & Co of Toledo as makers.
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Hall
F.J Cheney & Co
Toledo
Executrix Notices for Wick Township Estate of Frederick Summer
Letters testamentary granted to Catharine Sammel Executrix of the Frederick Summer estate of Wick Township. Debts should be paid immediately and claims presented to Catharine Sammel at Lititz PA RD 4. Attorney M G Shaffer handles proceedings. Read the Record $1.50 yearly.
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Frederick Summer
Warwick Township
Lititz
Catharine Sammel
Executrix
Elmer E. Evans
Baranzh
Ella BR. Evans
Public sale notices from Lititz estate adjourned
Notices describe multiple public sales of household goods and real estate in Lititz Pennsylvania. Executors announce sales at 12:30 PM and various Saturdays in September and October 1923, listing locations such as 500 E Mish Street and 131 Liberty Street, with buyers to settle claims and liens.
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Martin Zartman
Zaruman
Lititz
Tate
Joseph Bollinger
Frederict Peiffer
Kleinfeltersvile
Liberty Street
Paul Birkenbine
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Srench
Reveillans
Buffalo
WM. M
AMER
Broad St
Central Restaurant
Oliver Reed
Grube’s
Avenine
Executrex
M. G. Sheaffer
iSsepot
Brunnerville
Prico
Seia
iBuy
Maing Bard
Basti
Cotter
Hatoge
Yours
A. G. Fahnestock
Brunnerville, Pennsylvania
Dr. A. Reed
Boyd's Shoe Store
Lancaster, PA
SALE
Sale Bill House
Lititz Record Printing House
Broad Street
Bueh's Clothing Store
Whlhal
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