Jacobs the Tunnel Builder king of New York engineers
J. A. Edgerton profiles Charles M. Jacobs famed as the master of subaqueous tunneling under New York. The piece details his work on the East River tunnels, the Jersey shore to Manhattan reach, and innovations like shielded tunneling and iron piling for river crossings.
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International Plan Proposed to Ban Anarchists Abroad
Dr Kempster of Milwaukee urges an international commission to banish anarchists to a dedicated island under guard. The plan, previously endorsed by Loyal Legion commanderies and Senator Spooner, would involve nations such as Britain France and Germany and seeks U S action to convene and fund the initiative amid Madrid and Milwaukee fear of plots against presidents.
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Americanizing of Hustand Reflects Shifts in Society
A fragment quotes a 19th or early 20th century speaker noting a twenty year shift toward American values. The text claims Americans now admire American women as models for national reshaping, with American men altering character and business, and British institutions aligning with U.S. patterns.
Why Copy Tommy Atkins American Sergeant Sees London Tailor Visit
A Washington dispatch reports the U S Army doubts German style uniforms and may copy Tommy Atkins. American soldiers plus a London tailor discussion reveal Army aims to look smart while avoiding German-accurate gear. Soldiers tease about British gear and uniforms, joking about a tailor visit to fit gear and swagger accoutrements.
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Making Over a Mountain in Helena Park Project
Helena residents oppose a great bald hill to create a forest park on Mount Helena towering 1400 feet above the city. No water sources exist yet foresters expect evergreen trees to thrive with minimal irrigation. A spiral path leads to a pavilion at the summit amid two caves planned as habitats for carnivora and a park enclosing herds of deer and other wildlife as land is extended.
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New Way to Cuse Farmers Confidence Scheme
Lancaster County residents fall prey to a well dressed stranger who claims a lost diamond pin. He promises a reward if found, then a tramp surfaces with a supposedly found pin. Farmers accept a hefty reward, only to learn the pin is worthless after the jeweler confirms its value.
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Forecast of Food Supply and Population Changes
The article discusses expectations of changing fealty and urban growth, predicting larger breadbaskets and diverse crops. It cites vegetable yields, fruit tree expansion, and a projected doubling of production to support a growing populace, with implications for future food sufficiency and urban strain.
New Typewriter For The Blind Patented In Britain
A novel typewriter designed for visually impaired users has been patented in Britain. The device promises tactile feedback and simplified keys to aid blind writers in producing legible text with greater ease.
How to Handle Kerosene Safely at Home
A housekeeper can reduce explosion risk by following Brindley’s steps. Use daylight, keep flames away, wipe burners and reservoirs, keep wick above oil, replace loose joints, fit wicks properly, avoid blowing flames downward, and store kerosene in a clean vented area away from lights.
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How to Banish Ants Says Cincinnati Paper
The Cincinnati Commercial Tribune advises locating the nest to exterminate ants. Set grain gifts of sugar near paths and watch ants. follow to the nest, often behind walls or near old floors. Saturate the nest with kerosene or boiling water to kill them quickly, then repair damaged wall or flooring after.
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How to Remove Strinns From Stains in Fabrics
The Pittsburg Press advises hot water treatment for fresh grass stains and ink spills. It notes that yellow mildew lacks a known antidote, recommends sun exposure for scorch marks, and urges prompt milk applications to ink stains, followed by continual washing to remove the color.
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How to Rest Says Washington Star Rest Needed for Mind and Body
The Washington Star notes rest is as important as work and must include change of scene and activities. Lounging and dawn inactivity tire. true rest comes from activating different faculties and directing thoughts into a new channel, with relief found in active work and reduced responsibility.
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How to Renovade Rhoud Dressex
An old cleaning guide describes renovating a thick skirt by soaking with a quart of water and a strained soap lark soliton in hot water. Work the fabric in and out, rinse in clean water, wring dry, then iron on the wrong side to finish.
How to Make Cucumber Pouch and Serve
A quirky recipe outlines shaping cucumber into a pouch then peeling and slicing thin. Mix cucumber with white sugar, chill in a pitcher, bake out, add soda water, a splash of cherry liqueur, ice and serve in minutes.
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