Sir Edweed Clark and the Swifthant shorthand system
A historical note recalls Sir Edward Clark SC former solicitor general of England retiring from the bar and his development of a rapid writing system called Swifthant. It contrasts early stenography with Dickens era warnings about misused dots and praises Clark’s contribution to shorthand accuracy and efficiency. Canadian jam factories rise due to British export embargoes boosting demand.
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Samy Pouge
Edward Clerks
Solicitor General
England
Ute
Ravan Clarke
Charles Dickens
Edward Clark
Rising Arctic expedition note by Miss Jobe cited
A fragment presents Miss Jobe and companions reaching the foot of a mountain ledge in heavy snow near the Canadian northwest, detailing six miles covered before returning to camp, and noting ice caves blocking ascent at 80 feet from the summit.
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Mary Lo Lobe Maken
Brian Columea
Jobe
I Hiatary
Hunter College
New York
Britta Colombia
Geographical Society
Jamesss Jobe
Fortes
Toad
Ieieles
Miss Jobe
Canadian Northwest
Howe
Rome
Stray Cat Crosses Busy Street Amid Crowd
An urban cat dodges a truck on a New York thoroughfare, dragging a kitten by the neck to safety as a crowd forms. A highway worker signals trucks to stop and the cat disappears, leaving onlookers astonished at the daring escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wren Aratic
Ste Wemot
New York
Theolat
Paples Nearly Bovore Face Odd Soap Ad Ads
A period fragment describes a strange product scene involving Paples and various soaps including Cathare Soap and Cutkra Soap. The text mentions cleaning and fragrances, with references to “Lampean” trees, a May 2 date, and sample soap testing amid garbled stray letters and unclear context.
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McMillan St
Lampean
Cuvieara
Mesg
Sekmand Tree
Canada Sees War Impact on Trade And Growth
During the war era Canada faces altered trade dynamics and work shortages. Officials note immigration decline, smaller military departures, and a shift of demand to agriculture and natural resources. Domestic industries gain momentum as Europe markets close, while the Dominion eyes postwar trade with the United States and Haiti.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mion Fy
Europe
Germany
United States
Eighteen Years' Cold Storage Quatter Mystery Revealed
An old piece of meat stored eighteen years in cold storage near London and later shipped to Malta for military use is examined by analysts who confirm it remains in apparent quality. A banquet may honor the find, with guests not obliged to eat the whole dish. The item dates from 1896, linking to historic wartime storage and trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southfield
Ly Kove
Father Ex Stlis
Aparentis
Malta
London
Canada
Nnance
Wea Am
Canadian Courier
England
Yarrow
Stratist War Office
North Sea
Fragmented dialogue reflects suffragette ruins in England
A clipped conversation recalls revisiting England and admiring the newly created ruins by suffragettes. The fragment hints at travel and historical context without clear action or dates.
Dr Morse Indian Root Pill for Cure of Cold and Billousness
The advertisement claims Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills purify the system and blood to treat cold la grippe and biliousness. It asserts relief from indigestion sick headaches rheumatism and similar ailments. It promotes the pills as a household remedy.
Fragmentary Kansas City Journal Clip Misquotes
A garbled OCR fragment contains dialogue and quotes attributed to Henry George and an exchange about a wife. The text includes slips such as That isn't much of a compliment and references to Uncle Henry and Sue. The damaged lines hint at a humorous or domestic exchange without clear narrative context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abel
Henry
George
Kansas City Journal
Stoopings and Health and Old Remedies Mentioned
The piece describes stooping exercises for health and grace using a light ball, stressing proper form and daily practice. It mixes in medical claims about asthma remedies from Dr Kellog and miscellaneous ancient quotes, along with notes on spinach carrots and cooking methods affecting vitality and nutrition.
Great Difference in Corn Curse and Other Oddities
A garbled miscellany mentions a corn extractor claim for painless corn removal in 94 hours, then digresses into wartime birds, spies, and a mix of unrelated quotes about marriage, houses, and a Houston Post arena, creating a fragmented, incongruous postwar-era clipping tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam's Corn
A Prayer For The Times Of Strife And Duty
A compact reflective prayer speaks to human fragility and limited wisdom. It contemplates untested forces and the moment when prudence fails, urging resignation to duty as the sole anchor for our lives and those we hold dear. The speaker seeks wisdom beyond human reach and a steadfast commitment to fate and service.
Fragmentary quote from a Baltimore American piece
The excerpt presents a muddled dialogue about marriage and nationality with phrases such as The Land of the Free and The American woman. It mentions Soulsby Lips and a debutante, ending with a curt remark about a man of broad views and narrow stances.
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Pier
Kaine
Betty Sh
Lips
Paltimore American
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Cire
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Kington
Tirish
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Carterwall
Minard
Liciment Co. Limited
Shakespeare
Riley New
Cmt
Hugh Hot
Mrs. Hetton
Hiad
Delphia Press
Jay
Johnny
Mother Shakespeare
Bostoe
Globe
Megicker
Dr. Chase
Wren
Texas
Selopaeitia
Jim White
Jum
Dandrutt
Cam
Sam
Avery
Arta
Paples
cHew
Feremington Arms-Union Metallic Cartridge CO
Eddy
Tve
D. Kelloge
John Brigt
Lever
The
Houston Post
Jaggles
Land of the Free
Post
Canadian Postum Cereal Con Lilly Windsor
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