Panama hat lore and a famed Ecuadorian bat story
The article recalls a sunlit day with Burnham and Topsy in New York and then shifts to Panama hats. It explains Panama hat origins in Ecuador, notes they come from Jipijapa, and describes a rare Panama bat gifted to Senor Franco. It details how hats are woven under water by indigenous artisans and the high value of top Panama hats.
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Burnham
Bhamefnu
Burnpam
Topsy
Cal
Dales
Dow
Young ’UN
Sald Burnham
Aunt Dale
Hushell
Aunt Dave
Aaid Burnhazi
Dale
Aunt Carter
Jarm
New York News
Panama
Ecuador
New York Sun
Senor Franco
United States
Ernesto Franco
Columbia
Washington
Franer
France
Franco
Value of the daily newspaper in future history writing
A discussion notes that while weekly and monthly periodicals increasingly summarize news, the daily newspaper preserves first-hand impressions with freshness and realism. It argues future historians may rely on diaries and letters over formal chronicles, yet newspapers uniquely capture vital, immediate life.
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Scribner’s
Aim
Ancient seeds and aqueducts in distant lands tale
The article describes a vast Kew Herbarium with millions of specimens, seeds found in Thebes dating back three thousand years, and an Australian aqueduct project feeding Western gold fields from Helena River. It also recounts a canary learning a tune and a dramatic rat versus snake fight in a museum exhibit ending with the rat’s victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kew
Lark
Thebes
Ray Lankester
Anda
Orer
Coolgardie
Kalgoorlie
Western Australia
Helena
George Henschel
Baillfinch
Drst
Dangerous shower near Yosemite ends in tragedy
A youth in Yosemite Valley ignored warnings and tried a 1700 foot shower fall. A companion warned him, the wind shifted, and a deadly spray swirled the climber to the rocks. He was rescued dazed with injuries and later exclaimed the ocean fell upon him as he returned to New England.
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Yosemite Valley
Sililouette
New England
Life Insurance Opportunity You Should Not Miss
There is no doubt about the value of life insurance but a concern whether it can be obtained later. Take advantage of the present opportunity and secure coverage now.
Victoria Cross Origins and Historic Valor Deeds
The Victoria Cross, instituted by Queen Victoria on January 29 1856, remains the world’s most esteemed decoration for conspicuous bravery. It honors acts of valor across ranks, with history recalling Charles Davis Lucas’s midshipman heroism in 1854 and the award’s Russia-captured bronze design. annual annuities accompany each award.
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Queen Victoria
Vidta
Usval Serche AM Ab
Hhis
H. M. S. Hecla
Charles Davis Lucas
Bomarsund
Baltic
Young
Weas
Card
Lucas
St. James
California Lemons Transform U.S. Supply and Markets
A World’s Work article notes California now ships nearly 600000 boxes of lemons to the nation last year, uses 2000 refrigerator cars, and may expand to foreign markets. The piece describes optimal growing conditions, water needs, and an idyllic ranch landscape with mountains, palm trees, and a Pacific view.
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Sicily
Herwood
California
Europe
Old
Mexico
Pacific
Mother's Boy in Evening Dispute Over Supper
A mother scolds her son for playing baseball, forbids more play, and withholds supper, while the boy protests that supper was already eaten and questions the timing of his mother’s scolding. The exchange captures a domestic squabble with rural dialect flavor.
Residences of Royalty on the French Riviera and Nearby
The article lists foreign monarchs and nobles with holdings in France. It notes King Leopold of Belgium at Villefranche sur Mer and Cape Ferrat Passable, Count de Caserta at Cannes, and the dowager duchess of Mecklenburg Schwerin, among others. It mentions Queen Nathalie at Biarritz, the Austrian Emperor in Paris, the Italian king with Haute-Combe, the Prince of Monaco at Chateau Marchia and Hotel de Valentinois, the Duke of Parma at Cham bord, Queen Isabella of Spain at the Basserk palace near the Arc de Triomphe, and an ex-queen of Naples building at Neuilly.
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French Riviers
France
Leopold
Villefranche-sur-Mer
Nice
Ol du Caire
Passable
Speier
Cape Ferrat
London Telegraph
Cannes
Count de Caserta
Croiszette
Count dl Bardi
Duke of Parma
Paris
Duchesse de Galera
Dukes of Lorraine
Nancy
Italy
Haute-Combe
Lac du Bourget
Avoy
Chambord
Parma
Isabella
Spain
Basserek Palace
Arc de Triompe
Don Francis
Aestasi
Jong Hved
Epinay
de Seine
St. Denis-town
Naples
Purcha
Neuilly
Paria
Columbia Library Adds World Class Anarchy Collection
The Columbia University library acquires a premier international collection of books manuscripts and journalism on anarchy covering theory and applied topics. It comprises extensive works and rare material from across decades and regions.
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Columbia University
Unclear quote sparks debate in Washington Star excerpt
A fragment from the Washington Star features a man challenging hypocrisy. Mr Bilggina responds about listening to his daughter's commencement speech and feigning entertainment as if at a baseball game.
Unassuming Duke Inspires Piles of Missteps
A reticent duke noted for carelessness and pomp attracts misfortune and gentle ridicule. An English writer recalls a neighbor near Arundel, and a hurried morning encounter with the Earl Marshal in the country. The scene hints at social burden and amused obstinacy.
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Duke of Norfolk
Arundel
London
Eague
Pearance
Ohio saloons collect over four million from ten thousand seven hundred thirty nine
Ohio revenue reports show saloons generating substantial earnings with figures cited as over four million dollars from 10 739 licenses. The fragmented OCR note references taxes or fees linked to alcohol sales across the state.
Battle of Rat and Snake Draws at State Museum
A traveling snake charmer at the North Carolina State Museum fair exhibit in Raleigh displayed nonpoisonous snakes, some five feet long. A bull snake escaped after hours and was captured, later identified as a rare specimen. The event was witnessed by a New York Times correspondent reporting the scene near the county courthouse and federal offices.
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Severa
Ra Sigh
N. G
New York Times
Mueum
A Tough Proposition
A woman ponders being called an angel as moonlight glitters on the sea. He questions the idea, noting a future thermometer nearing a hundred and a cold businesslike tone she uses, asking her to call him an angel then if she wishes. She urges patience before answering.
Emerson and Whitman Compared in The Outlook
Hamilton Wright Mabie discusses Emerson and Whitman, praising Emerson as a poet with memorable phrases and simple imagery while noting his limitations in volume and spiritual scope. He contrasts Whitman’s original force and broader vitality, arguing Emerson remains a leading interpreter of America's mission despite flaws.
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Hawthorne
Emerson
Wah
Siaion
Emeron
Dante
Shakspeare
Christ
Neworld
Hamilton Wright Mabie
Telling Trees Ages By Girth And Growth Rules
A Philadelphia Record report quotes botanists stating girth measurement is the safest age guide for trees, since ring counting only applies after cutting. The yew is cited as longest lived, with the Fortingal yew estimated at 1800 years and the Tisbury yew noted for immense girth and height, illustrating ancient growth.
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Tisbury
As Spall
Philadelphia
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Irree
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Notoria Cross
Philadelphia Press
Royalty
Ohio
North Carolina State Museum
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