Hunting Wild Hogs in the Southern Appalachians
A Philadelphia Times summary notes wild hogs reach from the Southern Appalachian Mountains to the Delta, stemming from European domestic stock. It traces their transformation from fat, penned animals to lean, wary forest dwellers, bred for survival rather than farming, and compares their rugged ascent to a wild deer and a bear.
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Mississippi
Memphis
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South Carolina
Kentucky
Tennessee
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Europe
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Settera
Philadelphia Times
How to Weaken Tea for Better Taste at Receptions
The article advises diluting strong tea with water at boiling point. It warns against using hot but non boiling water and notes Russians make very strong tea first, then dilute. Keep water boiling for adding as needed and avoid letting the water boil away or overboil.
Hard chains formed of weak links noted in old saying
A compact reflection observes that a chain’s strength lies in each link. The line suggests that many strong issues start from fragile beginnings, urging care with small components to avoid larger failures.
Surgery by steam in Maine woods a tale of improvised improv
An amateur guide Sabatius uses bootstrapped tools to reset a dislocated shoulder on Moosehead Lake. He rigged a rope to a pulley and steam to wind the rope, nearly tearing the patient apart before cutting the rope with a hatchet. Years later he admits to practicing surgery by steam.
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Maine Woods
Lewiston Journal
Od Sabatins
Moosehead Lake
Meservey
Sabatius
Greenville
Sabatiun
Sabbatha
Cavour's Bold Retort at Court Sparks Early Break With Rome
A recalled anecdote from Count de Hesset describes young Camillo Cavour at the court of Victor Emmanuel. After a noble snatched an ice from his tray, Cavour smashed the remaining ice in a dramatic act of defiance. The incident led to his departure for the military school and foreshadowed the formidable force he would become.
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Belsef
Italy
Cavour
Victor Emmanuel
Count de Hesset
New Style of Necktie Holder Described
A Pennsylvania man invents a spring loaded necktie holder that grips the collar button head with hinged steel plates and a stiff spring. The device claims to secure the tie for four in hand and other styles by spreading over the button and releasing to grip.
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Ashby
Pennsylvania
Champagne Exports and German Duty Spur French Plants
German exports of champagne totaled 2,045 tons valued at 447000 dollars with imports equal to double that amount. German champagne duty stands at 36 cents per bottle, a tax that has prompted many French firms to build plants inside Germany.
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Germany
Babylonian Palace Walls Unearthed by Koldewey Expedition
A Berlin to New York cable reports Dr. Koldewey and team uncover walls in ancient Babylon thought to be part of Nebuchadnezzar's palace. Glazed tiles and ornamental tracery survive, with courtyard mosaics, bricks, stone utensils, and inscriptions. Excavations also reveal Egibi & Son business records in old Babylon. From 1891 to 1895 no growth in black land ownership in Virginia, likely similar in the South.
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Berlin
New York
Bun My
Koldewey
Alte
Babylon
Nebuchadnezt
Koldever
Ths
Nebuchad
Old
Egibi & Son
Virginia
Candles Remain Widely Used Despite Petroleum and Light
A candle maker argues candles are not obsolete as demand grows globally. He cites uses in mining, ships, butcher shops, brewers, coach lamps, and Christmas decorations, noting extensive household lighting even with petroleum and electricity.
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United States
Distribution of Negroes and Tobacco Yields Across States
The census shows the black population grows slower than whites overall but concentrates in certain regions and cities. Virginia and Kentucky counties with high black populations have boosted tobacco output, while South Carolina and Georgia face losses in rice and tobacco tied to labor instability among blacks. Candles and wax products feature in a separate note on candle varieties and materials.
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South Carolina
Louisiana
Mississippi
Georgia
Arkansas
Chicago
South
Virginia
Kentucky
Apology Induces Contempt Trial in English Court
A junior counsel insulted the court and faced contempt. John Scott later rose and apologized for him in a measured speech. The judge was urged to treat the remark as a simple misunderstanding tied to ignorance of court practice.
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Green Bag
John Scott
Lord Eldon
Scott
Doubtful editor questions Kipling on latest rhymes
An eastern editor questions Kipling Incanny about his recent verses. The Cleveland Palp Dealer comments skeptically on the writer's effort and intent.
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Ruggard Kipling
Cleveland
Telephones Between New York and Atlanta Liven Up
Three telephonic lines were reportedly established linking New York and Atlanta. The new connections aim to speed business and personal communication, with firms and residents noting quicker message delivery and potential timetable improvements.
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New York
Atlanta
McKinley Stops Train To Save Colored Maid
The article recalls President McKinley’s temper when, during a campaign trip, a colored maid accompanying Mrs. McKinley went missing near Danville. McKinley demanded the train stop until she was found, insisting on her protection amid crowd excitement. The committee relented and launched a search, easing tensions only after she was located.
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McKinley
Danville
Sere McKinley
Signs On Wagon Roofs In Urban Advertising
An observer notes how wagon owners began painting names on roofs to catch readers in homes above street level. Roof lettering evolved from vertical spinal strings to side by side placements, and finally to full roof posters on moving vans seen by pedestrians below in New York.
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Wazon
Iines
Crosawige
New York
A Witty Quip Wins A West England Living
A rector’s death left a ten thousand dollar a year living in the gift of an earl. A young curate who knew his tutor’s son deduced the truth from the mourners’ display. He told the noble: they weep not for the dead but for the living, securing the prize with a sharp remark.
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John
England
Minnesota Mills Lead Nation In Wheat Milling Output
Minnesota leads the nation in milling with several hundred mills. The Minneapolis mills produce over 12 million barrels annually and the state’s total capacity exceeds 100000 barrels per day. Five major Minneapolis mills grind about 20 million bushels of wheat each year.
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Minnesota
Monster
Minneapolia
Minneapolis
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