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Newspaper
Millheim Journal
Location
Millheim, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1886
Page
4
A young woman from Philadelphia travels abroad with two relatives. On return they declare baggage with a small pug dog that is kept in a lace blanket studded with diamonds and a collar of jewels. Customs officials note the luxury and decide to let the items pass duty free to avoid retaliation.
Dan de Quille writes in the Cincinnati Enquirer about Virginia City at 7000 feet, noting very light atmosphere and low boiling water temperatures that complicate cooking. He explains that tight lids trap steam and raise cooking heat, while educated cooks learn to adapt despite the unusual pressure.
A reader lists many practical uses for paper in the home including cleaning furniture and metal, polishing mirrors and kitchenware, preserving foods, and insulating floors. The piece notes paper as a cleaner and filler and ends with a humorous schoolboy remark about awaiting future global discoveries.
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