Horrors of a Holy War and Afghan Frontiers
A long-winded analysis discusses the Afghan tribes led by Afridis on the northwest frontier of India. It examines Islamic uprisings, Russian influence, and British strategy including Dargai style siege battles, the difficulty of supply lines, and the goal of subduing Afghan tribes to secure a frontier against Russia. It cites Lord Roberts on occupying Afghanistan as a potential solution, noting high costs and strategic considerations.
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Ollah
Fort Ind
Churchill
Atte Barbie
Advan
SE Y
Francisco Cal
Hirital
India
Afghanistan
Russia
Asi
England
Hindi Kush
Himalaya
Dargai
Gallanry
Spibe
Eise
Government of India
Atridis
Keane
Shah
Kabul
Hidh Abe
Khyber Pase
Lord Roberts
Dobe
Kandahae
Kandahar
Oits
Kents
Bate
Coaling a Warship and Its Costly Techniques
The article describes the U S Navy coal supply process aboard ships at sea or at wharves, highlighting costs from two to eighteen dollars per ton and the burden of securing coal under varying port conditions. It examines methods to expedite coaling, including self discharging barges and portable carriers, noting the use of coal baskets by workers and attempts to improve bunkering efficiency.
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Gottitge
Harvard Atout
West
Mediterranean
Iran
Atte
United States
France
Battle of the Cobra: Infant Safe After Deadly Duel
A mother fights to protect her baby as two venomous cobras entwine above the sleeping child. The struggle ends when the victorious serpent sacrifices itself, saving the infant while the mother dies.
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Howe
Keecen
Abe
Eich
India
Dragosie
Cosmas
Hhis
Jacaier
Evans Family Rivalry in Revolutionary War Ancestry
A long fragment outlines the Evans and Taylor families connected to Revolutionary era loyalties and Civil War service. It notes Harry Tarle, Bob Ryans, and a line of Evans siblings, including marriages into naval and military careers. The piece sketches training at the Naval Academy, Civil War duty, and later family ties through marriage and offspring.
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Eroltt
Giory
Wensary
New York
Bates
Ryans
Ryans Uretiers
Taylors
Rattraly
the Evans
Liane
Adee Phang
Evan Evans
Numer
Louise
Het Cres Ca
Weeny
Washington
Fa Bs
Eniture
Shah
Smu Cntee
Manier
Simm Evans
Delone
Bulding Aml
Mrs Ears
Fort
Naval Academy
Sears
Academ
A Unique Criminal Stolen Portrait in St Louis
A warped tale recounts Lowin Jamies Homey, labeled by St Louis police as a petty thief, who allegedly stole a portrait of O Connell from the rogues gallery. The incident is described as unprecedented and ties to several local figures, with officers pursuing leads and naming suspects in a district around Thirteenth and Lucas.
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Jamies
St Louie
Deecoond
Desmond
West End
Smoh
Thirwenth
Lucas
Eve Toule
Contemptible Spirit and Despised Strength in Mexico City Fight
In Mexico City a brutal arena bout saw a notably weak combatant dominate the crowd. The first lion killed its keeper after a single round, while the second slashed the bull, inciting fury. The governor ordered the cleansing of the arena as the lion succumbed dying.
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Mexico
Urailyan
Secret Message Mirrors Laugh at Hidden Truths
Fragmentary line reads Woman cannot keep secret. Mirror retorts dove will not confide. Pearsons Web style vignette hints at truth and secrecy through dialogue between a woman, her hairpin, and a talking mirror.
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Pearson
Household Kitchen Aid and Cleaning Device Summary
An OCR fragment describes a small convenient kitchen appliance or tool for use on a gas stove that toasts bread, tenderizes steak, and cleans stoves. It mentions a compact, useful device with elastic body, polish, and a cleaner. The text notes ease of use and potential savings for households relying on basic kitchen work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ammall
Meckis
Novellion In Hoote The iastrations chow in what direc tion fashion
The passage discusses fashion trends focusing on white and tan materials for the season. It notes white canvas and leather variations, with adjustments like high heels, and mentions sketches of a dravity shop and improvements in white kid leather. The text references green glace kid as an inventive material.
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Novellion
Fashioning a Stringed Garment With Fringe and Tassels
The fragment describes a simple garment concept using a front piece and rod to form a basic shape. It mentions rings, a deep fringe or top, and a material bordered along the edge. The length can be finished with tassels or ribbons hanging down.
Carpet care tips for removing stains and odors
The passage advises on odor prevention by airing and using a hot cloth to bindings and edges. It mentions damaging the carpet moth issue and suggests using ironing with steam, towels, tablecloths and damask care, plus a steel wire brush to clean and flatten fabric edges.
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Nar Og Nang Ie
Nary
Noreen
Evans
Dave Anottie
Taylor Gaistere
Proderick Maguire
Taylor
Seistar
Face
Charlotte
Charlie Marsh
Admiral Lampein
Frank
Sly Wom
Lowin
Small Convenien S
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