Dogs and Monkeys Prove Minds Still Sharply Active
A London Era remark questions animal thinking with anecdotes. A spaniel Pedro warns visitors, then walks beside a human in darkness, showing memory and discernment. A macaque in captivity performs clever tricks mimicking magician feats with peanuts and straws, while dogs dream and express mood and dignity through behavior.
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Enys
London
Bay
Mr. B
Pedro
Emiell
Keaner
Lane
Forgetful Husband Tries to Name Wife in deed
A man deeded property to his wife but could not recall her real name. The lawyer insisted on the wife name, and the man joke about using Pet or Mother. He returned home to fetch the correct information written on paper.
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Pet
Quotations on a Well Informed Dorkin Figure
The quoted dialogue questions a person named Dorkin’s qualifications. It mocks his knowledge of the Star Spangled Banner, the Panama Canal cost, and the Philippines’ status, suggesting he knows at least one key trivia topic but implying insufficient breadth.
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Dorkin
Panama Canal
United States
A Hero in a Skiff Rescues Seven From Rudderless Boat
Thomas A Wells of Palacios paddled a frail skiff through eight miles of raging Gulf sea to rescue seven men aboard the rudderless Mermaid, after coordinating with Captain Willan Sutterfield and crew of the Clairette. He remained calm, stating “It wasn’t much” as he described his perilous voyage and the daring shoreline landing.
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Houston, Tex
Thomas A. Wells
Palacios
Houston Heights
Gulf of Mexico
Gulf
Port O'Connor
Port O’connor
Mermaid
Paradox
Willan Sutterfield
Return of many birds in Albany and along Lake Ontario
Albany reports show bird numbers rising in New York state with both common and rare species increasing. George F. Guelph of Brockport, a noted naturalist, summarizes two years of migration observations along Lake Ontario shores. He notes species long unseen in the region this year.
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Mr. Guelph
New York
Arctic
South America
Guelph
Albany
N. Y
New York State
Conservation Department
George F. Guelph
Brockport
Miontos County
Lake Ontario
Dogs Mourn Gaynor Death At Long Island Home
New York reports three dogs at Mayor Gaynor's country place in St James Long Island grieve his passing. Since news of his death, the animals patrol familiar roads and paths he walked, with the Irish setter, his favorite hound, most persistent in seeking traces of him.
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New York
Gaynor
St. James
Mr. Gaynor
Mayor Gaynor
Labor unrest and middle class burden in Britain
The Daily Express notes hope for peace amid prolonged labor upheavals in Britain, while many unions face bankruptcy. The Globe critiques middle class burdens as strikes drain resources, arguing professional men with moderate incomes suffer more than average workers. It calls on the Unionist party to aid a class strained by recent legislation and social changes.
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London
Daily Express
Enid
Globe
Better Without The Starch How To Clean Wrinkle Free Washables
Tells methods to starch or avoid starch on waists and delicate fabrics. Includes borax rinse, ironing tips, use of kerosene and gum arabic stiffening, gasoline wash for elaborate net waists, and dry cleaning by powdered laundry starch plus a method using a towel and embroidery hoop to clean lace yokes.
Tomato Salad Preparation From Simple Family Menu
A plain recipe describes selecting ripe tomatoes and blanching to peel. After chilling, scoop centers and mix finely chopped celery with mayonnaise or boiled dressing, then fill tomatoes and arrange on lettuce nests with dressing spreading beyond the fruit.
Planked Chicken With Mushrooms and Guava Jelly
A recipe describes plank chicken cooked by broiling or oven, with mushrooms and boiled rice. The dish is plated bone side down, dusted with salt and pepper, and finished under high heat. Rice, mush rooms, guava jelly, bread patties, and banana are arranged as accompaniments for instant table service.
Fish Chowder and Fry Stew from a Colonial Recipe
A historical recipe describes layering thin pork slices and potatoes in a pot with fish, pepper, and salt. Repeat the layers until the pot is filled, line the sides with split biscuits dipped in water, add water to cover, simmer until potatoes are done, and finish with milk or sweet cream before serving.
Child Without A Forebrain Case Shocks Medical View
A German medical report describes a child living nearly four years without a forebrain. Neurologists note the dependence on the forebrain for essential functions and consciousness, while the child’s nervous system resembled that of a fish or frog. The subject slept continually. from age two onward, constant crying could be stopped by head pressure, with no observable psychical activity or learning.
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Germa
Auction of Liquor Licences In Camden Under New Law
Camden New Jersey will auction liquor licenses for the first time in the United States under a recently enacted state law. When a saloon is deemed a necessity the license is set for bidding to the highest bidder at court.
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Camden
N. J
Camden Court
New Jersey
Stuffed Eggs From Meat Mixture Roll in Breadcrumbs
Six hard boiled eggs halves filled with a paste of chopped cooked meat and butter, sweet cream, and seasoning. Mix yolk paste with meat and cream, refill eggs, roll in egg and bread crumbs, then fry in hot fat.
Spotless Linena Cleaning Tip From Then and Now
A method describes removing a spot from a clean tablecloth by folding a towel, placing two bowls under the stained area, and threading boiling water through the fabric in stages. The cloth is blotted dry with a second towel and laid flat to dry.
Fish Salad Instructions for Lettuce Wraps and Dressings
A compact guide suggests preparing fish salad by deboning into flaky pieces and placing on crisp lettuce. It recommends onion juice and chopped parsley, then French or mayonnaise dressing for enhanced flavor.
Jelly Coverings Tip for Paraffin Coating Glasses
A note from Ladies' Home Journal explains that when using paraffin to cover jeties you may see the preserve work up at the glass side. To prevent this, tip the glass lightly all around while the paraffin is hot so the spaces fill evenly and avoid trouble.
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Ladieg
Easy Mexican Dishes to Refresh Dishes and Palate
Tried Mexican recipes prove quick to prepare and flavorful. Chiles Rellenos use stuffed peppers with cheese pork sausage egg and onions, fried in batter. Huevos Rancheros mix eggs with onion peppers tomato and lard served hot. Frijoles mash beans with onions cayenne pepper and seasonings then shape and fry croquettes. Sopa de Arroz Cream blends rice tomatoes lard and boiling water for a comforting lunch or dinner. Enchiladas sandwiches use Vienna rolls lettuce and a hearty meat cheese tomato egg and pepper filling for a substantial lunch option.
Harriet of Mutton Delicacy with Lima Bean Border
A recipe for Harriet of Mutton using calava pieces browned in butter then simmered in water until tender. Serve with a border of lima beans seasoned with salt pepper butter and chopped parsley. Lima beans from fresh canned dried or evaporated varieties may be used.
Baked Indian Pudding Recipe From Frugal Era
A historical recipe describes baked Indian pudding using scalded milk, Indian meal, sugar, eggs, Piollases, salt, cinnamon, and optional Ringer. It instructs mixing meal into cold water, combining with hot milk then adding ingredients, baking half an hour, pouring half a cup of milk, and baking two more hours without stirring.
Cream Candy Recipe Notes From a Vintage Page
Two cups brown sugar and one cup sweet cream. Stir until it forms a ball when dropped in cold water. Remove from heat and beat until creamy. Add one teaspoon vanilla and a handful of chopped walnuts. Spread on a plate to harden, then cut into squares once firm.
Ruselan Potatoes Bake With Butter and Milk
Raw potatoes are sliced and soaked in cold water for half an hour then seasoned with pepper and salt. They are placed in a pan with half a pint of sweet milk, baked for an hour, and finished with a tablespoon of butter melted over the top before serving.
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J. Pierpont Morgan
EB. van Rennssler
Lenox
Mass
Thomas A. Wella
Texan
Glen Frail
Manine
England
Pape
Unionist Party
Harriet
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