Deep lake depths push limits of Tanganyika reach
The article notes astonishing claims of Tanganyika's depths, with the lake possibly nearing 700 feet below the surface in modern reports. It mentions Captain Jacobs of the German navy and a Belgian beer alias linked to lower readings, highlighting dramatic underwater measurements in Africa's Tanganyika region.
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Asia
Fay
Tanganyika
Africa
Geptin
Jacobs
Sae
Tangany'ka
Fragmented Old News Snippet on Compliments and Fish Breeding
A garbled modern chorus quotes various newspapers and references a gala day for compliments. It mentions a Tokyo breeding station on a 40 square foot area, with annual fish output around 540,000, including carp. It notes workers in the fishery and multiple varieties of fish handled.
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Theutakitts
Tokio
Japan
Norway water powers spark claims on harnessing rivers
The article argues climate and geography impede waterpower use north of settled Sur Dominios, contrasting with Norway where similar latitudes yield hydroelectric plants totaling over 1.5 million horsepower. It notes municipal stations and large plants for electrochemical industry, stressing cheap power as key to success.
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Canada
Abe Coud
Bo Danying
Uniai
Sur Dominios
Norway
Maritime
Fragmented tale of eccentric domestic farce and abuse
A disjointed excerpt depicts a social function scene with a gingerbread cat comment, a half joking exchange about age and cooking, and a domestic dispute culminating in a heavy rolling pin striking the man. The dialogue reflects strained humor, jealousy, and a tense household dynamic.
Roman Advice on Turf Wall Builders in Britons
Fragmentary OCR suggests a debate over fortifying a border with a turf wall after Roman guidance. Britons, lacking masons, used turf and failed, prompting renewed Roman insistence on durable stonework for defense.
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PreRoman
The Wripping of Chisten Should Candres Be Whippe
The essay argues against corporal punishment in homes and schools. It contends whipping degrades both child and adult, harms self respect, and damages moral development. It urges forbidding abusive discipline to foster wise, respectful character.
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Te Americas Humase
Dar
Dr Williams Pink Pills Promises Cure For Anaemia
A vintage health ad extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for anaemia claiming to restore energy and vitality by enriching blood. It cites testimonials from Mrs. Mauries Sims of Liverpool praising renewed strength after years of illness and ineffective prior treatments.
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Willams
Williams
Mauries Sims
Liverpool
Wiliams
Rincera
Longest submarine telephone cable planned to link London and Berlin
An old world imagined project describes Minard's Limmert curing distemper and a vast undersea cable to connect London and Berlin, using Pupin loaded type and a world of nautical details. A dream sequence with Senator Womba and a beach scene contrasts with a cryptic note about seeds and agriculture.
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England
Netherlands
London
Berlin
Koran Turkish translation stirs religious debate in Constantinople
The Turkish edition of the Koran, translated by vahim Bey Wilms, draws praise from Islam's leaders yet alarms reformers. The prime minister and Young Turks worry over religious reverence, while Hilmy’s linguistic mastery earns acclaim as a bridge between Arabic Turkish and other languages.
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Seace
Vahim Bey Wilms
Parke
Constantinople
Torahim Bey Hilmy
New York Times
Canadian Pacific Pays Massive Wages Amid Broad Staffing
In a detailed account from the era, the Canadian Pacific Railway maintains a monthly payroll near six million dollars, with about 120 cheques issued monthly and 53,000 cheques recently drawn. The system involves a large headquarters staff to align payroll with bookkeeping, while funds remain readily available for wage payments across distant camps in British Columbia and beyond.
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Trent
CPR
Eitish
Columbia
Milan
Canadian Pacific
Ite
Postum touted as a coffee alternative in health boost
A reader testimonial details switching from coffee to Postum a daily beverage. The account cites relief from stomach issues and headaches once coffee is avoided, noting taste and ease of preparation with soluble powder and sugar. The piece mentions cost per cup as a consideration.
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Serites
Ben
Postum
Windsor
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