Shaffer Brothers of Highland County Photo Recalls Large Family
A group photo from Hulaborough Ohio features six Shaffer brothers sons of Jane Shaffer of Highland County. The oldest is eighty six and the youngest seventy four with combined ages totaling 480 years. Their father had thirteen children and these six brothers have eleven eight nine thirteen twelve and five offspring respectively, listed by their father's ages.
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Bix Sturdy Grothora
Shaffer Brothers
Jane Shaffer
Highland County
Ohio
Hulaborough
Barthers
London Horse Carriages and Horses Plague City
Mr. H. F. Joel told the British Institution of Civil Engineers that London has over 16 000 licensed horse carriages plus private vehicles and tradesmen vans. He estimated more than 200 000 horses are stabled nightly, requiring removal of over 6 000 tons of manure and refuse each day.
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London
Army of Horses
British Institution of Civil Engineers
H. F. Joel
Giant baby in Berlin draws medical crowd
Berlin newspapers report Hop, an eighteen months old baby giant son of a Drievers baker, brought before the medical faculty for examination. He stands three and a half feet tall and has a thirty six inch chest at the globular measure.
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Berlin
Hop
Drievers
Historic Spanish Rule Records Found in Natchez Volumes
Dunbar Rowland of Jackson Mies discovers in Natchez thirty volumes detailing Spanish governance from 1753 to 1708. The set includes about half in English and half in Spanish with translations, preserving era documents.
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Dunbar Rowland
Jackson, Mies
Natchez
Horse Rides In Auto at Rheims
A horse broke away from a wagon near Rheims France and dashed into a passing motor car. It leaped into the back seats and struck the chauffeur with its forelegs, throwing him to the road as curious passers by watched.
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Rheims
France
Too Much Attention to Germs Warned by Lancet
The London Lancet argues bacteriology has become a recognized medical actence and warns against neglect of the germ’s habitat. It notes bacteria do not flourish in a healthy body and urges focus on factors that permit growth.
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London Lancet
Ice Ever Present in Catskill Notch Region
In a spot near the famed Stony cave in the Catskill mountains ice may be found any day of the year. The locality lies in the Notch and is surrounded by steep walls with peaks over 3,000 feet tall.
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Stony Cave
Catskill Mountains
New York Under the Dutch Exhibition Opens at Lenox Building
The New York Public Library presents a display at the Lenox building on Fifth Avenue and Seventieth Street New York. The exhibit features manuscripts maps books and engravings illustrating the history of New York during Dutch rule.
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New York
New York Public Library
Lenox Building
Fifth Avenue
Seventieth Street
Father of Waters drains forty states to feed large basin
The text notes that the low lying Mia giselppi area may overflow as the Father of Waters draws supplies from twenty eight states and drains a third of the United States.
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United States
Earl of Yar mouth welcomed by tenantry amid Pittsburg payoffs
The report claims the Earl of Yarmouth is greeted warmly by his tenantry, but hints their goodwill is funded by Pittsburg money. It states money influences loyalty and questions the sincerity of the reception.
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Earl of Yarmouth
Pittsburg
New York Elevated Rail Carriers See Daily Traffic Rise
New York’s elevated trains carry about 800000 people daily and travel roughly four miles per trip. The average fare is about one cent per mile.
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New York
Japanese inventor finds compound to erase birthmarks tattoos
A Japanese inventor reports a chemical compound that can remove natural blemishes and tattoos from skin after a single application. Birthmarks and tattooing are said to disappear, offering a permanent cosmetic solution.
Theological Students Decline in Germany Since 1930
The number of theological students in Germany fell from 4 267 in 18230 to 2 149, less than half, as population doubled since 1930. The figures show a steady decline in religious study enrollment amid demographic change.
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Germany
Automobiles Frighten Cattle on Busy Highway
A farmer reports his cattle grazing near a busy highway grow thinner due to fright from passing automobiles. The article notes livestock losses believed caused by fear and disturbances from traffic.
Baltic Sea Records More Wrecks Than Any Ocean
The Baltic Sea has a higher wreck rate than other oceans with about one wreck daily on average across the year, highlighting its dangerous maritime environment and busy waters.
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Baltic
Baltic Sea
Topeka Capital Denies White Plagiarism Claim
A Topeka Capital published a notice denying allegations that William Allen White, editor of the Emporia Gazette and author of a noted Bor ville tale, was involved in a plug story at a dinner for President Beweckt. White returned to Emporia and sent a dispatch denying the charge. Meanwhile a sheriff refused protection, attorneys were consulted for a divorce, and printers threatened a strike.
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Calumny Denand
Topeka
William Allen White
Algor
Emporia Gazette
Borville
Presitre’ Becweckt
White
Emporia
Record In Nursing At Montroix Paysite Dome France
In Montroix Paysite Dome France two elderly women mother and daughter care for over 140 babies without a loss. The mother born 1807 and the daughter 1828. Local council backed a bid for the Moryon prize for notable human service.
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Montroix
Paysite Dome
France
Nursing Them Sick and the Doctor's Dilemma
Dr. Price explains the burden of caring for patients needing constant nursing and the conflict between taking a vacation and leaving patients ill. A companion remarks that some patients improve once nursing is interrupted, highlighting a paradox in care.
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Dr. Price Price
Ancient Chinese Paper Fragments Unearthed in Wiesbaden
Sven Hedin found Chinese paper fragments dating about 1450 years old during his last Asiatic journey. Expert Himly, a specialist in old Chinese, is deciphering the inscriptions in Wiesbaden.
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China
Europe
Sven Hedin
Himly
Wiesbaden
Ancient Celtic Urn Unearthed Near Wenden England
Workmen digging grat es at Wenden Saffron Walden uncover a rudely decorated cinerary urn with dark earth and cremated human remains. Estimated age about 2000 years, Celtic origin, suggesting Iron Age ritual burial.
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Wenden
Saffron Walden
England
Early steel pen makers offered repairs for set periods
Historical notes state early steel pens were costly and manufacturers advertised six month repair guarantees. When a pen broke, customers returned it to the factory where an experienced mechanic would mend it.
Wealthy New York Churches Wealth and Income
A New York church keeps af fence respecting its wealth the Dutch colleglate reputed to have an income from investments of 400000 a year Trinity church has an income from its investments of over 1000000 per annum
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New York
Trinity Church
Ohio Establishes Free Employment Offices in Five Cities
Ohio's free employment offices in the five largest cities report 270 910 applicants from 1810 to 1900. Of these, 136 670 were given employment, according to the officials in charge.
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Ohio
Traction Engines Plow 40 to 60 Acres Daily On Range
U0 horsepower traction engines on Western ranches pull 14 inch plows to cultivate 40 acres per day or plow drill and harrow all at once with properly arranged tools, covering 5 to 60 acres per day.
Arkansas River in Oklahoma Grows Stronger After Indian Territory
The Arkansas River in Oklahoma is not formidable except during floods as it increases in magnitude after passing the Indian Territory and becomes stronger and deeper near East Gideon.
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Arkansas River
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
East
Gideon
Value of Storks to Egypt
The text notes storks wintering in Egypt and claims their presence aids life after floods, suggesting a link between seasonal migrations and ecological impact in certain regions.
May Be Wreck Of Troopship In Dublin Bay
A Dublin Bay wreck is suspected to be a troopship that sank in 1815 while returning from Waterloo, with reports suggesting its probable identify among the submerged remains.
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Tt Fo
Dublin Bay
Waterloo
Making a Sure Thing of It
A Cleveland doctor shot a burglar who had been fired upon and seriously wounded him. He later treated the same burglar professionally and received a second round of care.
Berlin Bachelors Club Expands with Shared Rooms
Berlin residents report the Bachelors Club now offers a divided setup with smoking and dining rooms in common where single men may reside at modest rates.
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Berlin
Local Phrase Sparks Curious Christening Mention
In a concise note from the Atchison Globe readers hear of babies being christened with every old-fashioned now, including Melvins, reflecting playful regional language and nursery lore.
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Atchison Globe
To Le Beggar's Stand and the Scottish clipping
Benjamin Marsh, appointed for study fellowship, reads a Scottish clipping titled Business Opportunities. It proposes setting up a beggar's stand in a charitable neighborhood to earn 30 shillings weekly and mentions disposing of a dog for a bound man.
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Benjamin Marsh
Talverelty
Ivania
Lo 6
Government demands threaten Cunard ship contract
The British government’s subsidy terms for two new Cunarders would force maintaining a low speed and cost about 10 million dollars, risking cancellation of the contract. The note highlights the hardship on builders and cites a record voyage speed of twenty three knots.
South Dakota Editor Notes Loyal readers Prepay Yearly Subscriptions
The editor recalls two subscribers who always pay in advance when they are able and even credit their payments toward a full year. One subscriber already has credit toward 1914, a pattern seen across the fraternity nationwide, raising curiosity about the whisky brand they favor. The anecdote highlights dedication and earnings stability among readers.
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South Dakota
United States
Ermey
Census Oddities Reported in Adinb District
A census enumerator from India entered occupations for children under fifteen as playing at games and for infants in arms as imbibing their mother's milk, reflecting humorous or careless responses in the district census.
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Adinb
Me Padge
India
Teacher in Florence Wins Gender Pay Ruling
In Florence a female teacher at a boys' school, Signori Bartell, defeats the city in court over lower pay than male teachers for identical work. She also collects arrears covering eleven years of salary.
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Diaregaris Eex
Florence
Signori Bartell
Do Not Exercise Says Chamberlain and Morley
Mr Chamberlain and Mr Morley keep to minimal walking and avoid physical exertion. They believe mental work suffices and resist strenuous exercise whenever possible.
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Chamberlain
John Morley
Thor
Old New England farm drama scene overheated by snow
The state manager notes the heat while the hero curses the snow covered buzgard scene. The exchange underscores the film’s realism and the actors’ effort to convey discomfort in hot weather.
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Buzgard
Increase of City Tenements in Brooklyn Borough 1902
From January to May 1902 the number of permits for building tenements rose fivefold in Brooklyn compared with the same period last year. The average cost dropped from $16,000 to $10,008.
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Brooklin
New Librarian Institute Opens at Western Reserve
The two year program for graduating librarians funded by Mr. Carnegie will open in September at Western Reserve University. All graduates of recognized educational institutions are eligible to enroll.
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Western Reserve University
Carnegie
Orchid Fetches Record Price in Lonien Auction
An orchid collector paid one thousand pounds in Lonien for a plant that originally cost 1s 6d. The specimen is described as having blood red markings on white petals and represents a high-value purchase in the local market.
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Lonien
Dust in Time Provokes Rural Exchange Remark
A rural exchange notes the hurricane as providential saying it blew him head and shoulders through the roof revealing the building's weak spot in the shingling. The Avanta Constitution quotes the remark as a corrective observed by locals.
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Avanta Constitution
Belgium Law Halts Gambling Near Osten Belgium
All gambling games stopped as Belgium tightens anti gambling laws. The ban extends to the fishermen's public house at Blank enberghe near Osten where late games are prohibited.
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Belgium
Ben
Blankenberghe
Osten
Annual Love by Fire
A routine report estimates property losses from fires in the United States at about 375 million dollars including insurance and equipment for fire protection.
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Unite States
World murder statistics by country and rate per millen
The report lists murder rates per million population for England Germany France Austria Spain and Malta with figures 6.46 1145 16.42 76.11 and 44.70 respectively indicating wide international differences in violence levels
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England
Germany
France
Austria
Maly
Spain
Long Journey Distances Reported Across Routes
The text notes travel distances between places, citing a short 820 mile stretch near Liv and Yokukepa by Uys, plus a vast 12 008 mile segment from New York to an unspecified point, referencing Canada and electric lines. The fragment suggests a comparison of travel or route lengths without clear context.
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Liv Pale Yokukepa
Uys
Trans Canada
New York
Apf
Lan Fuspeleco
Lipton Strides From Rags to Riches of Lipton Fortune
Lipton's Wonderful Success profiles Sir Thomas Lipton who spent $500000 annually to back tin trade aims for the America's Cup. Once a counter clerk in a store, he twenty three years ago faced poverty, and thirty years ago toiled in South Carolina rice fields sleeping in woods among the negroes. Now he runs 2000 workers across several concerns and keeps a royal company with the King of England.
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Lipton
Thomas Johnstone Lipton
South Carolina
England
Insurance Statistica in 19th Century Coverage Gaps
The board of statistics reports that if all insured lives in the ninety four life assurance companies were to die in a night the total payable next morning would be 508 05 595. This covers 36 savor ances in force and indicates about 2 000 000 aenuities London Answera.
Explains Simple Fashion in French Journal About Chemistry
A fragment from the Hygleple Gazette describes a German chemists study using jan- Fuase. It mentions hensognaphinamide treated with nllele acid forming two isomeric amides and yielding monoamidobensona phtylimide and adhyiroben sodlamidonolenna.
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Elias
Hygleple Gazette
Owl at railway points causes near disaster near Murphysboro
An owl stuck to the points on the Mobile and Ohio railway near Murphysboro derailed a locomotive and halted a following express just in time to avoid a catastrophe.
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Dlewater
Mobile & Ohio Railway
Murphysboro
Lonflop Lancet Rejects Premature Burial Fear
The Lonflop Lancet opines that the chances of a living body thought dead being reduced to ashes are too remote to merit concern. It argues that most reports of premature burial or intended burial have no real foundation.
Ancient Etiquette Rules From 1450 German Book
A dated 1450 German etiquette text lists rules such as never spreading butter with a thumb, lifting the cup with both hands when drinking, not sucking marrow from bones, and not drinking directly from a plate.
Personal crisis reports lack religious faith
The note asserts that individuals who take their own life lack wholesome religious faith. It argues belief in an afterlife and divine retribution may deter self harm and influence choices about life and death, referencing Brooklyn Oltizem.
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Brooklyn
Baptists of the United States Gather in Churches and Ministers
The Baptists of the United States report 44 220 churches and 20 800 ministers. The prior year shows 376 churches and 649 ministers. The text notes 01 899 murders, a figure tied to last year’s data.
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Baptists of
United States
Offices Made and Abolished in Inet Congress
The Inet congress created 11,316 new offices and employments with annual pay of 7,027,639 dollars. It abolished 1,815 fees, yielding a net increase of 8,501 and aggregate salaries of 86,158 dollars.
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Inet
Quick Cork Removal Method From a Door Knob
Instructions describe using a corkscrew hung on a door knob and body weight to extract a cork. If no corkscrew is available, a stout string tied to the knob can pull the cork out by pulling down on the bottle.
What Nero Missed
The shade of Nero utters a dramatic line about wishing for a boon of automobiles and the sights of royal carnage the arena would have seen, as quoted in the Baltimore American.
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Nero
Baltimore
Largest airship planned at St Quen by Jose da Patoecinl
The world's largest airship will be built in St Quen. Designer Jose da Patoecinl has secured Brazilian government subsidy for the project.
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St. Quen
Senor Jose da Patoecinl
Hens Win Prize in Crewe Poultry Show
In Crewe England the Utility Poultry club held a Saying competition. A four year old pullet won first prize Inf d 276 efge in sixteen weeks.
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Utility Poultry Club
Crewe
England
Wagner Memorial Unveiling in Berlin October
The Wagner memorial in Berlin will be unveiled on October 1. Musical fetes connected with the event will run for four days, highlighting performances and related celebrations.
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Wagner
Berlin
Paterson City Population and Area Noted
The article notes Paterson New Jersey has about 110000 residents and spans roughly eight and a half square miles. It emphasizes Paterson as a busy center with dense urban life and notable growth.
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Paterson
N. Ai Fe
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