Deaths by fire reach 6772 in 1900 nationwide
The Fireproof Magazine reports 6,772 deaths from fire in 1900 across the United States, averaging about nine per 300,000 and rising from 5 in 1890. States and cities listed include Illinois Chicago Detroit New York Philadelphia Cleveland Pittsburgh Scranton Milwaukee and more, highlighting calls for fireproofing reforms.
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Fireproof Magazine
Illigis
Chicago
Minnesota
Minneapolis
St. Louis
New Jersey
New York State
Greater New York
Ohio
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Pennsylvania
Scranton
Wllkesbarre
Allegheny
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Virginia
Wisconsin
Milwaukee
World potato output and Minnesota grand jury abolition
A German ministry report lists major potato yields by country with Germany at the top. In Minnesota a constitutional amendment abolishes the Grand Jury, making it the first Anglophone region to eliminate the time honored institution.
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Germany
Ministry of Agriculture
France
United Kingdom
United States
Minnesota
CHI C WOODEN MILLINERY SHAVINGS BECOME HATS
The article reveals that many summer hats worn by women are made from wood shavings from Japan. Chip braid and wood ribbons, derived from shaved wood about fifteen inches long and one and a half inches wide, are used like straw braid for hats and other goods. Exports from Japan exceed $650,000 yearly, with increasing demand and diverse wood sources including poplar spruce and cherry.
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Japan
United States
Germany
The Sleepy Woodchuck and Nighttime Visits
The woodchuck appears lazy but is a surprising fighter and active through the seasons. It emerges for meals, guards its burrow, and defends its patch with bold nocturnal visits. By October it fatten s and retreats to a long underground sleep until spring. The piece notes the animal’s courage and daily routine. It ends with a note on Mare Island marines patrolling the island.
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Woodchuck
Cabbage Patch
America
Disillusionment of the Doctor and Timely Matrimony
In a tense sequence, Dr. Maloney presses for Miss Matilda Prendergast’s finances while legal advisor Denyer cautions on trustee consent. A private wedding to Dolly Lawrence proceeds, a hasty church ceremony followed by a return home. The plot reveals Miss Prendergast’s will and trustees' control, ending in Maloney’s quarrel and the lawyer ensuring funds flow without his rival’s meddling.
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Barry
Mary
Maloney
Harry
Lawrence
Matilda Prendergast
Guy's
Mr. Denyer
Michael Maloney
Miss Prendergast
Stephen Prendergast
Dr. Maloney
Denyer
Harry Lawrence
Dolly
Dorothy
White Mountain forest reserve urged by Senate
In the Boston Journal and San Francisco Bulletin excerpts, lawmakers urge protecting New Hampshire’s White Mountain region by a forest reserve bill backed by Senator Burnham. Critics warn of ongoing tree cutting and scenic loss unless Congress acts, while praising the public benefit and urging swift passage and concurrence by the House.
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White Mountain
Senate
Burnham
New Hampshire
Pstabah a-Whita ‘Moutain
House
Union
Boston Journal
Abandonment of vertical wring taught in city schools
The article argues against the ten year old reform of vertical wring in schools. It claims the method lacks justification and practicality for life and business, and notes education authorities in Chicago have discussed replacing it. It portrays the stance as a broader push to discard the system nationwide.
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Chicago
York
British view on a potential India campaign and rail logistics
The London Globe discusses a hypothetical campaign against India, noting Russia and Germany would support, and highlighting rail networks as key troop concentration points. It argues the British government must balance restraint with readiness, while English sentiment favors cautious policy.
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India
Campaigh
England
Japan
Engla Z
Fortes Wits
Peadon
Riasir
Central
Central: “AsiaTor Tr, ‘Frans-Caucasis, the Latter of Goh
Ander Rusala
London Globe
Life Value Dilemma Reflected In Annual Observance
Fragmentary reflection questions whether life is worth living and if yearly rites diminish the pain or merely mark existence. It asks whether one should celebrate a world of troubles or reject such commemorations, presenting a philosophical dilemma without a clear resolution.
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Bran _ Francisco
The Wounded Eagle of Waterlo o and memory of Napoleons army
The article recalls the Waterloo battlefield and a monument near a farmhouse honoring the fallen French soldiers. It notes the Wounded Eagle statue symbolizing France after defeats by Wellington and Metz in 1870, praising the Old Guard and national honor. It laments the endurance of Gallic sentiment.
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Napoleon
Hettlefield
Waterloo
France
Stelking
Wellington
Metz
Apaigat
Motor Fire Engines in England Modernizing Fire Response
The article describes England rapidly replacing horse drawn fire engines with gasoline powered machines. It notes heavy wheel construction, 24 horsepower horizontal engines, strong gears, throttle assisted controls, and a 2,500 pound apparatus capacity.
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England
America
Trout fishing theory on bait and stomach content
A fragmented discussion argues trout may bite even when stomachs show food, challenging the idea that empty stomachs trigger the best fishing. It examines how rising fish can take bait despite apparent fullness and questions longstanding beliefs about bite timing.
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Sted
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