Iowa Adopts Road and Home Numbering Plan
The Iowa Highway Commission proposes a statewide system numbering roads from a central point at the state capitol. North and South routes run to the borders with fractional numbers for irregular roads. A separate method numbers farmhouses by quarter sections along roads to locate any dwelling. The plan aims to make every road and farmhouse instantly identifiable across the state.
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No Bandages in New War Wound Treatments
London reports a new surgical method using ozone streams to clean wounds without bandages. At Queen Alexandra's Hospital, patients showed rapid healing after open air wound care and peroxide hygiene, sparing痛 from bandage manipulation. The piece also notes whirlpool baths, bone grafts, and massager driven rehabilitation aiding mobility.
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Irish Captain Survives Jungle Ordeal After Plane Down
Captain A. P. O'Brien of the Royal Flying Corps, in Smuts’ South African theater, as his plane was shot down, climbed a tree to escape a lion and crocodile-infested rivers. He endured three broken ribs and a fever, guiding himself through jungles until rescue. his wife joined him afterward.
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One Beetle a Gas Fighter on Thames Banks
A Thames Gravesend beetle, the Bombardier Brachinus erepitans, uses a poisonous gas spray to deter predators. When pursued by ground beetles, it ejects a squib that sparks a pale blue green flame and smoke, blinding the attacker and allowing escape.
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Alabama Leads South in Mineral Production
Alabama ranks first among southern states as a producer of minerals highlighting its top position in regional mining output and related industries.
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Grizzly Kills Man in Yellowstone Park
In Yellowstone Park near Cody Wyoming Jack Welch a freighter was killed by a grizzly as he slept beneath a wagon with two companions A third man on top of the wagon escaped Welch’s companions tried to distract the bear with bacon allowing a rescue but Welch died at Muse Tourist camp after the attack
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Irish historian James Collins and Davitt tale amuse Dublin crowd
The death of James Collins recalls Michael Davitt, and a Davitt anecdote from the Rotunda shows his prison number prompting a roaring Dublin laugh. Davitt’s tale of the “Trish Tribune” and a former prison mate’s shout lightens the audience as ex‑guests laugh along.
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Optical pyrometer promises precise heat readings far from the source
Popular Science Monthly describes a new optical instrument that measures temperatures from 1200 to 7200 degrees with high accuracy. It uses two vision fields one lit by a lamp and the observer reads the dial once the fields merge. The device requires no contact with the hot object and is readable within ten degrees by a lay worker.
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How to Keep Warm In Cold Bed
Advice for sleeping in cold rooms describes a method to warm up quickly by alternately pulling up and extending each leg with vigor. The motion creates a glow and induces sleep as blood shifts from brain to muscles and skin.
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Indiana Man Fond of Music
An Indiana resident builds a home music system driven by an electric motor under the basement table. Phonograph records feed a horn that broadcasts melodies to all rooms via automatic passages. Passages can be closed in rooms where music is unwanted. otherwise the whole house fills with sound.
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Growth in United States aeroplane exports during 1915
The Aeroplane Industry notes a surge in 1915 exports with 3N8 aircraft sent abroad, up from 40 in 1914 and 19 in 1918, valued at $2,060,814 averaging $7,489 per machine. Aeroplane parts exports reached $2,457,782, far above $145,997 in 1914 and $25,000 in 1918. Imports of aeroplanes fell to one in 1914 and 1915 after years of 16 and 18 in 1912 and 1918 respectively.
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Tailor Used Silk Flag Lining in Coat
Pankus Brown, a longtime U.S. citizen and tailor, told the South Boston district court he used a silk flag to line a fur coat to enhance appearance. He said he meant no insult and noted the flag cost him much, but he was charged with misuse of the national emblem. The court ordered him fined $50.
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The Regulation and The Star-Spangled Banter
A humorous exchange about pianos with four foot legs and patriotic playing prompts a quip about standing to play The Star-Spangled Banner, reflecting lighthearted wordplay on national pride.
Boy quits singing lessons to cheer at baseball game
A parent admits stopping singing lessons for his son to preserve his voice for cheering at a baseball game. The remark reflects a lighthearted moment about sports culture and parental caution in a local setting.
The If of Doubt and the If of Decision
A sermon style reflection contrasts three ifs in scripture the doubt filled if of question the faith filled if of faith and the decisive if of action. It cites Peter on the water the demon possessed boy and Elijah to illustrate how doubt arises from fear God’s promises and presence steady faith and decisive choice as the path through storms.
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