Longevity Across Centuries a Glance at Centenarians
A survey of life expectancy from the fifteenth century to 1920 shows longer lifespans worldwide with India as an exception. Census data list American centenarians and notable long-lived individuals, including immigrants and African American elders, with detailed anecdotes and a World Almanac century list of prominent names aged 85 to 107.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christopher Columbus
United States
India
Sam
Clever Nicknames for Railroads Through History
The piece surveys humorous rail nicknames from various regions and eras. It cites examples like the D L and W as Delay Linger and Wait, the MS and L as Money Sunk and Lost, and regional tweaks such as Beef and Cabbage and Lanky. It notes playful abuse and crowd laughter shaping reputations.
Bloodless Quarrels Among Chinese Debate and Persuade
When Chinese quarrel they do not resort to fisticuffs. They shout at each other or appeal to bystanders in order to win. Each strives to prove that their side is correct and the other is wrong.
Death Rates and Population Growth in Historical Context
The article notes global mortality rates of about one person per second, alongside rising world populations. It discusses shrinking family sizes in civilized nations and speculates on limits to overpopulation, attributing ideas to Capper and the era's weekly context.
St Patrick’s Bell Relic Praised in Coleraine Chronicle
The Coleraine Chronicle notes St Patrick’s bell, the Clog Phadruig, as a small early Irish church relic. It weighs 3 pounds 11 ounces, stands seven and three quarters inches tall, and spans not five inches at the mouth. The shrine is a Celtic art masterpiece, linked to King Domnall O Lachlainn and the Grianan of Alleach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kuffa
Pennsylvania
Gettysburg
Pickett
aNate Joseph Davie
Milwaukee
United States
Lincoln
Mount Vernon
Washington
Catherine Minor
Boston
Kentucky
Celia Carter
Flemingsburg
Maria Tomoske
Sagualda Grande
Santa Clara
Cuba
Thomas Shannon
Ashford
Wicklow
Peshe Malke Urdang
Harlem
Daughters of Israel
Ireland
Rose Garvey
Albion
Neb
Namong
Meyer Lebowitz
Rivington Street
New York
Passach Yeservsky
Baltimore
Passach
Suwalki
Poland
Coleraine Chronicle
Ual
Health Bureau Declares Sneezing Signs of Strong Constitution
Officials state hearty sneezing signals robust health while the frail are less prone to fits. The advisory frames sneezing as a positive health indicator, noting exceptions for illness.
Exile Theme Emerges From Irish Heritage Article
Fragment discusses the Royal Irish Academy housed in the National Museum Dublin and relics from Uhridh as they relate to an exile from its native province.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Irish Academy
Nation Museum
Dublin
No clear article headline available
Fragmentary quote about character and color references offers no identifiable event or individuals to summarize into a news item.
Astonishing claims on Lydia Pinkham remedy in ad text
An advertisement extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as helping working women stay fit for labor. It cites testimonials from Mrs. W. M. Batter of Atlanta and Mrs. Anna Coxe of Parkville Missouri, describing improved health and ability to perform housework and garden tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladye Simon
George Street
Chicago
Tane Inc
Tanlac
Lydia E. Pinkham
United States
Napoleon
Atlanta
Missouri
Parkville
Lydia
Pinkham
Anna Coxe
R, R
Governor Smith Remarks At Bear Mountain Camp Sparks Controversy
Gov Smith of New York addressed a Bear Mountain camp last month on youth and timing. A quoted exchange about age and wisdom sparked debate, with a weary reply about the grindstone as a birth stone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governor Smith
New York
Bear Mountain Camp
Cole's Carhalisnive Heals Skin Ailments Advertised
An old advertisement claims Cole's Carhalisnive quickly relieves burning itching and torturing skin diseases. It supposedly stops pain from burns and heals without scars. The offer lists 10c and 6c prices and directs readers to send 8e to The J. W. Cole Co. Rockford IL for a package.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cole
Senu
J. W. Cole Co
Rockford, IL
He Might Be Right He-She's an Angel in Disguise
A terse exchange hints at a clever disguise or misdirection involving two unnamed individuals. The dialogue suggests identity, perception, and potential hidden intentions shaping a curious encounter.
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Reid, Murdoch & CO
Pittsburgh
Grn
Gadding
Andhalg
Kansas City Star
Chateaubriand
Northwestern Yeast Co
Ashland Ave
Massinger
U.S
Blue
United States Rubber Company
Arctics
Rubbers
Old Johnson
Sonny
Tania
Favisore Rockefeller
Joe Carrier
J. B. Gilder
New York Times
California
United States Trust Company
Marquette
Mich
Constantinople
Mochin
Persia
London Daily Express
America
Keziah Elizabeth
Mastic
S. 1
Martha Bradley
Asbury Park
N. J
Woodlawn Farm
Monmouth County Almshouse
John Morrow
Quebec
Vermont
World Almanac
Sarah Bosworth Bradford
Eastford
Conn
John A. Stewart
John R. Voorhis
Board of Elections
New York City
Ezra Meeker
Oregon
Wiliam F. Warren
Boston University
Chauncey M. Depew
New York Central Railroad
James Brown Sterreshoff
William D. Felton
Georgia
George Ehret
Joseph G. Cannan
Athols
Lyman J. Gage
Secretary of the Treasury
Washington A. Roebling
Brooklyn
Miurvin Eughitt
Emile Loubet
France
Henry A. Dupont
Edward P. Weston
John Davison Hockefe Her
The
Standard OH Co
William 2. Clyde
Denary Phipps
Sineen PB. Taldwin
Connecticut
George F. Baker
Lanker
Thomus Phildy
Henry Holt
Crrlotha
Mexico
George W. Winemate
Public Schools Athletic
Jonelle Claud Monet
Mighty-four
Oliver Wendell Holmes
United States Supreme Court
Georges Clemenceau
Henry A.dupont
Wis Wit Williama Fi
Ellar
Oliver Wendell Hobres
Feobert Dollar
London Metropolitan Tube
Manchester
Sheffield
M. S
Lancashire
Yorkshire
Nyp & N
Philadelphia
Norfolk
Paducah
Memphis
International
Great Northern
Texas
St. Patrick’s
Lavater
Ham
Demat
Lumbago
Bayer
William Pepler
Southern Railroad
Bermondsey
England
Cuticurn
Witherspoon
Comfort
Willow St
Augusta
Ohio
Canadian Silver Fox Co
Fostoria
Pacific Auto
Grove
Oakland
Calif
Forst
Fred Dolle Barber Supply CO
Madison St
Chicago, Ill
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