New Bullet Demonstrated To Penetrate Thick Armor
A newly invented U S Army ordnance bullet, 80 caliber, reportedly penetrates three quarter inch steel plates and can pierce twenty to thirty men in a line. Tests at Sandy Hook with fifty officers present showed the armor piercing center remains intact while the steel jacket skims away.
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Coura
Rew
Neww York
Ordnance Corps
United States
Sandy Hook
Ordinance Corps
Ordnance and Engineer Corps
Bern
Bear story from Wenatchee ends with trapper’s hunt
In Mer rritt Washington a hunter named Smith shot a bear at about 200 yards wounding it and then killed it with a heart shot as it charged. A second bear appeared and was shot as well. Smith reportedly took four pelts after the encounter and claimed to have seen sixteen bears in the area.
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Wenatchee
Wash
Merritt
EL B
Smith
Animpal
Keara
Kanish
Smith Anid
Organ accident shocks Westland parishioners
A disturbed organ played during a Catholic service caused a man to collapse and lose consciousness after a motor accident near Lehigh. Emergency responders reported the man regained consciousness after the incident and was aided at the scene.
Old Man Seeks Loyal Heir to His Job
A boss explains to Jim that his failure to pursue the old man’s job undermines his place in the organization. He notes Frank’s brilliance but says Jim’s heart isn’t in the office and stresses the need for permanent, future leaders committed to the top role.
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Jim
Ike
Blarley
Hurley
Finc
Bright Spots Rise Amid Dark Times
The piece reflects on optimism, noting that pleasant observations often outweigh negatives and urges looking for bright spots when situations feel grim. It frames resilience as finding constructive angles despite hardship.
Orderliness as a lifelong asset for children
The piece argues that teaching neatness and order in youth prevents lifelong hindrances. It condemns dropping items where used, warns this habit wastes time and erodes character, and urges self instruction in orderly habits now to avoid later struggle.
Aiming For Goodness and Divine Power Against Evil
The fragment discusses striving toward goodness and aligning with a divine power to fight darkness. It references wisdom, light, and the ongoing struggle between good and evil, invoking a contemplative tone attributed to religious or philosophical prose.
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Eorge Eliot
Ideals as Guides on Desert Seas
A reflective excerpt by Carl Schurz compares ideals to stars guiding a seafaring man across desert waters. It frames ideals as distant, non tangible guides shaping destiny.
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Carl Schurz
Path to Honest Success Without Deceit
A fatherly admonition urges his son to earn wealth through honest work and noble conduct. It warns that deceitful victory fades, while true success comes from steady effort. The message emphasizes integrity, patience, and dedication as the road to lasting achievement.
Mississippi River revival plans aim to reinstate inland commerce
A regional effort led by the Mississippi Terminal League seeks modern river terminals in river towns from St. Louis to New Orleans. Engineers propose municipal docks, steam cranes, and steel barges to restore river traffic, reduce freight costs, and boost inland shipping alongside new canal routes and improved insurance for river shipments.
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Mississippi
St. Paul
New Orleans
Ohio
United States
Europe
Th Rhine
St Louiis
Tennessee
Vigor N
New York
Rai
Mississippi Terminal League
Terminal League
St-Louis
League
St. Louis
Panama Canal
South America
Orient
Chicago
Chile
Central States
Romance on California Jitney Ends in Damages
Miss May Gold Séhneider sued a jitney company after a collision in which she sustained a bruised nose and damaged dress. The front seat passenger’s hug distracted the driver, the court found the company liable, awarding $97.50. The judge mused that hugging in an car should occur only in the back seat.
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California
May Gold Séhneider
Pine Tar Honey Claims To Relieve Colds And Coughs
Dr Bell’s Pine-Tar Honey advertises soothing pine forest ingredients to heal irritated membranes and loosen phlegm for easier breathing. The copy emphasizes antiseptic properties and rapid relief from cold symptoms.
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ineTar
Dr. Bell
Apple Orchard Returns Boost Farm Riches Near Des Moines
Victor Felter bought a Des Moines area farm with a 96 tree apple orchard. After manure, plowing, pruning and two sprayings at eight dollars, by November 10 he had sold 216 dollars of apples from one acre and holds 170 bushels of No 1 Ben Davis, worth at least 1.25 dollars per bushel now. There is also a note on kidney health remedies from Foley's pills and a jab at overreaching bargains.
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Victor Felter
Des Moines
Mr. Felter
Ben-Davis
Wallace
Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey Promises Cough Relief
An advertisement touts Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a remedy for a tight chest sore throat and hacking cough during winter. It urges purchase at druggists, noting price or product details and accessibility.
Border merchants profit from soldiers on duty
The border town trades rely on stationed troops who buy Mexican pottery made in Ohio and shawls from New York. Militiamen seek intoxicants and evade officers, buying Virginia brandy said to be made from tobacco juice and lye. Troops stay on the border without a clear purpose, while locals cheer the men remaining at home.
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Texas
Ohio
New York
Brownsville
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Mississippi River
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
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Tuscumbia
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Foley
Vallera Shi Spies
Ce Pro
Saco
Valier
Illinois
St.Louis
North Side Square
Sore Jething
Marshall
Keifer” Drug Co
Eceni
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