Italian Engineer Claims Wireless Warhead Control Across Vessels
Ulivi an Italian engineer and chemist predicts a revolution in warfare by a device that can detonate explosives on ships from a distance using wireless infrared rays. A French commission endorses pursuing the invention, with demonstrations on a yacht off Normandy and trials suggesting control of mines at 1,000 yards.
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Ulivi
France
Henrietta
United States
Europe
Uliv
Villers
Ulm
Signor Uliv
Shoemaker
Olivi
Frank R. Stockton
Great War Syndicate
H. G. Wells
Bureau of Ordnance of the Navy
Pleasant Diversion in a Quiet Parlor Exchange
A humorous dialogue unfolds about marital impatience and dress etiquette. Egbert explains his wife prefers mirrors to aid dressing, noting a change from past tensions. The exchange relies on quick wits and domestic charm rather than physical antics.
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Egbert
Break-In Suspect Claims Evening Coverage Motive
The magistrate questions the defendant about daytime burglary. The accused replies that the break-in occurred because several others needed to cover that evening, implying a coordinated schedule.
Passing of the Coachman
The piece laments the decline of the family coachman as the chauffeur rises. It portrays the coachman as emblematic of old wealth on Fifth Avenue, contrasted with the modern, brisk, impersonal chauffeur who serves the rich yet shows humanity in accidents. The tone mourns social changes and the fading of aristocratic space.
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New York
Fifth Avenue
Women in Men's Clothes Petition to Wear Man’s Dress
A U S woman petitions President Wilson for a permit to wear male attire to earn about $15 weekly, more than double her earnings in skirts. The note cites French practice and examples like Rosa Bonheur and Mme Dieulafoy, who wore men’s clothes in travel and life.
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Wilson
France
Rosa Bonheur
Mme. de Montitaud
Mme. Dieulafoy
London
Street Lighting Contest Seeks Downtown Illumination
A Chicago News note urges approval for a downtown street lighting project to achieve the greatest illumination across the district.
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Chicago News
Better Lap Up That Apiit Milk Says First Cat
Two cats banter about danger and blame in a domestic scene. The first cat warns of a mess and a meeting with a missia while the second dismisses risk. A woman’s habit of blaming her husband provides a domestic thread.
Ambush of Locals Sparks Whiskers by the Wayside
A distracted driver notes a red clump by the roadside and jokes it may be the local stable keeper’s whiskers as a passing convoy speeds by.
When is the honeymoon over
A light wry exchange about married life, noting a bridegroom's shift from romance to practicality and everyday meals as a humorous sign of the passing novelty in matrimony.
Development Praised by New York Evening Sun
A reader notes that someone’s work makes you feel valuable rather than diminished, praising the individual as a real development for the community.
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New York Evening Sun
Mule at Move Time Causes Comical Standoff
A humorous exchange reveals a mule belonged to the landlord. Sam explains the animal kicked because it heard the landlord order the speaker to move, and the mule thought the pace was slow.
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Sam
New High Explosive Demonstrated by National Guard Engineer
A new high explosive named trot al has been developed by Lieutenant Woodward of the New York National Guard. Shown to detonate by fulminate of mercury it was fired in a 12 inch shell against armor plate without exploding. The claim states that 6 ounces of trot al equal 12 ounces of dynamite in effect.
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Woodward
New York National Guard
Graceful blue serge dress for fall street wear and traveling
A durable stylish blue serge dress is highlighted for fall fashion. The design features a wide armhole blouse with overlapping front, magenta buttons, a slight back yoke, V neck with embroidered crepe, a knotted tie, and a tunic skirt opening on the left with decorative buttons.
Dental Hygiene Tips For Women Strong Teeth Preservation
The tongue can carry disease germs to teeth and foreign particles cling to its rough surface. Dental fur forms on teeth and tongue of those who do not clean teeth and mouth twice daily. Brush teeth morning and night to reduce buildup. many women brush poorly not cleaning inner surfaces.
Fresh fruit and vegetables aid health and beauty
The Chicago Record-Herald urges a varied diet of fresh fruits and vegetables to improve health and appearance. It warns against sticking to a few foods and notes spoiled produce can trigger summer complaints, citing raisins oranges tomatoes and milk as examples.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Autumn Outing Gear For Men Of Every Craft
A playful guide suggests practical gifts for husbands during autumn outings. Golfers receive a long flat trunk for clubs and a leather reinforced caddy bag. Fishermen get a wicker leather faced fishing basket with chest strap, a leather tackle box, and a morocco repair kit case. Hunters are advised an unbreakable leather lunch outfit, a luminous dial watch in an oxidized case, and a leather bracelet with a watertight lid.
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Morocco
Upturned Hems Highlight Color in Skirt Fabrics and Plaid Accents
Fashion note details bold skirts with upturned hems and color contrasts. Roman stripes and Scotch plaids recur in new clothes, showing at skirt edges and wired tunics. A dark-blue gabardine coat suit features a two-inch plaid hem bound with black velvet, with plaid used as pocket flaps.
Monograms stitched with French knots for leather articles
The article suggests using monograms formed by French knots for a handsome result on old English styled pieces. It advises stamping the monogram onto the article then filling it in tightly with small French knots, noting papier mache letters are unsuitable.
Tassels and velvet lead fashion trends with trims and brocades
The piece notes tassels in many colors and styles, cabochons and velvet as a day’s extravagance, velvet used for garments and wraps, metallic brocades on bright backgrounds, hatpins as trim, cut jet earrings and long slender pendants, crepe ribbons in Bulgarian styles in varied widths.
Satin stitch division and shoe squeak remedy
The guide explains dividing wide satin stitch designs along the center line into two sections. It also suggests padding two veined leaves in two parts. For squeaky shoes the shoemaker should spring each shoe and insert French chalk between the soles.
Textile Uses Listed For Coiffure Trims and Gowns
The article notes materials used for coiffures trims sashes and girdles and also for bandings on gowns or wraps highlighting decorative fabric applications in fashion.
Fashion Hints Show Striped Satin Vests and Draped Skirts
Fashion notes describe vests in striped satin or bengaline with clear cords, black and white fur bordered net flounced skirts, new draped skirts rising in front and widening at hips, ecru tulle blouses with black tulle collars and cuffs, broche fabrics with sequins and gold or silver lace, silk knitted coats for sports, wide draped evening girdles, and wedding gowns in satin crepe de chine or charmeuse.
Hints and Facts of Horses and Mules for Farmers
The article advises on selling surplus stock due to high hay and grain prices and offers veterinary advice before purchases. It covers cribbing and interference habits, cooling sweat, shoeing, shying cures, musty hay, watering horses, training stallions, and the value of mules as durable, cost-efficient work animals. It emphasizes keeping animals comfortable with ample water and sun, and notes the lingering demand for good horses despite rising prices.
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Ile
Tie
Foat
Pentes
Lime Improves Soil Conditions and Fertility
A weathering column explains how lime benefits soil by correcting acidity boosting bacteria and available plant food. It favors carbonate ground limestone over caustic lime to protect humus, suits heavy or wet soils, and advises spring application with fertilizer timing and gradual periodic use.
Grasshoppers as Fertilizer Proposal in Argentina
An Argentine company seeks government permission to import machinery to convert grasshoppers and their eggs into fertilizer material. Promoters claim insects proliferate rapidly, providing abundant feedstock. The proposal has been sent to Congress for consideration.
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Ministry of Agriculture
South American Republic
Congress
Proper Care of Sweet Potatoes
L M Bennington explains sweet potatoes must be dug before hard frosts and stored in a warm dry place. Handle carefully like eggs. bruises ruin the whole, unlike Irish potatoes. Ideal storage is 60 to 76 degrees with dry sand or dust for temp control, enabling months of good quality into winter.
The Poultry Mite Threat to Roosting Hens
The red mite attacks fowl at night as they roost. Hundreds may prey on a single hen, feeding full before retreating to hiding places. Daytime parasites lie dormant in henhouse cracks, often undetected by novices.
Fall Pigs More Prone to Worms in Winter
Fall pigs show higher worm infection risk than spring pigs due to extended winter without grain. The lack of feed during colder months contributes to weakened resistance and greater parasite exposure.
Essential Implement A Good Brunch In Cleaning Milks Utensils
A good brunch is described as a key implement for cleaning milk utensils. The note emphasizes practical tools in kitchen workflows and highlights essential items for dairy equipment maintenance.
Redeam Mud Hales on Farm Tiles
A farmer notes that laying a few strips of tile will often dam a mud hole into the most productive spot on the farm.
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