Worth Knowing Nuggets From a Century Ago
A diverse collection of aphorisms and trivia touches on politics society and invention. It cites France’s vast tonnage of deposits ancient reformer critiques woman voters thinking on speed and happiness and notes playful curiosities from theater to inventions and historic tidbits like George Washington’s 1789 New York inauguration and Napoleon Bonaparte’s childhood notes.
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Gibraltar
George Washington
United States
New York
Napoleon Bonaparte
General the President’s Horse Mount for Outdoor Exercise
General, the horse chosen by President Coolidge after he began horseback riding as his main outdoor exercise, became a symbol of his daily routine and public demeanor.
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President Coolidge
Electronic inventor Lomudeli hailed as lighting revolutionary
J J Lomudeli a forty six year old Italian inventor is acclaimed as an electrical genius whose invention may transform global lighting systems. His work promises to bring efficient, safer illumination and could alter energy use and industry standards worldwide.
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J. J. Lomudeli
Man From Manasquan Injures Arm On Sawmill Accident
A man from Manasquan was hospitalized in Spring Lake New Jersey after a one foot long splinter pierced his arm while sawing at a Manasquan sash and blind factory. Surgeons removed the splinter near the shoulder above the wrist and he is being treated.
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Manasquan
Mark-Down Sister Phrase Sparks Postal Humor
A humorous exchange in the Boston Transcript shows a playful line about family terms and thrift. The dialogue features characters named Geraldine Jack and a remark about making a half sister to cut costs in a light, satirical tone.
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Geraldine
Jack
Boston Transcript
Arms Too Long In The Human Race Claim
A fragment asserts arms are disproportionately long as a common physical defect among the human race, noting the effect occurs more often in men than women and mentioning white individuals.
Aldergrove Inquest Recounts Fatal Self Defense
In Aldergrove British Columbia an inquest heard mill manager Anthony Berrie killed Chinese mill hand Yung Sing in a struggle sparked by an attack on his wife. The coroner's jury found Berrie acted in self defense after firing on the assailant who lunged with a timber. Mrs Berrie aided and a daughter helped during the struggle.
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Anthony Berrie
Yung Sing
Rerrie
Sleeping Man Survives 40-Foot Fall in Excelsior Springs
Ernest Boyer dozed on the stone rail of a bridge in Excelsior Springs Missouri and fell forty feet to soft ground. A patrolman and undertaker found him, and Boyer jumped up with only a bump on his head, none life threatening.
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Excelsior Springs
Ernest
Boyer
Baby found bound in gum tape near Newark tracks
A month old baby was discovered along railroad tracks in Newark wrapped from head to toe in adhesive tape. Authorities believe the infant was thrown from a train and the tape prevented fatal injuries. The baby survived, condition unknown.
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Newark
N. J
Here
Hunter Killed in Mistake for Deer in Maine
Nathan Orr was shot and killed in Houston Maine when a jack light on his cap was mistaken for a deer eye at night. Charles Knapp fired at the light, killing Orr instantly.
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Houston
Nathan Orr
Charles Knapp
Knapp
Orr
Soup Spill Kills Toddler In Mineola Carriage Accident
In Mineola Long Island a kettle of hot soup spilled into a buggy injuring two year old Florence Martino who suffered burns at her feet and died from the injuries. The kettle was placed at the child’s feet in the carriage.
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Mineola
L. I
Florence Martino
Accused of Trying to Sell Baby in Chicago Arrest
George Bom brey was arrested after allegedly attempting to sell his infant son for 5000 dollars. He told police he and his wife were out of work and planned to sell the child. A separate item notes lightning killed a boy in a wheat field near Wabash Indiana.
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Chicago
George Bombrey
Bombrey
Connie Mack Proud of His Machine and Club
Manager Connie Mack praises the Athletics and his long scouting strategy. He notes signing young college players early paid off with a competitive ball club, built without paying a million dollars.
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Connie
Mack
Connie Mack
Athletics
Meek Baseball Players Searched by Ivory Hunter
An ivory hunter claims he no longer goes to colleges to find meek baseball players. He says col legians are as rough as Patsy Yebeau once was. Happenny of Windlis, a White Sox player, was chased from the Jet for using rough language toward Umpire George Mortarity.
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Ivory Hunter
Collegians
Patsy Yebeau
Happenny
Windlis
White Sox
George Mortarity
European nations vow to beat US at next Olympic Games
Gen Henry T Allen states European powers mobilize large funds to field a winning Olympic team in France, with France raising over 1,000,000 dollars and England 200,000. He warns the United States must work harder as 300 American athletes prepare to compete, aiming for supremacy at the eighth Olympiad.
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Henry T. Allen
United States
Triples Harder to Achieve Than Home Run Power
The article notes triples are rarer than home runs in both leagues. It states there are about two home runs for every triple and explains triples often stay in play within the grounds, unlike many homers that land in stands or beyond the fence.
Canada’s Best Athlete Plans Pitt Entrance
Lionel Conacher hailed as Canada’s top all round athlete will join the University of Pittsburgh in the fall. Known for rugby football lacrosse and ice hockey he also excels in baseball and track events showing versatile sporting talent.
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Canada
Pittsburgh
Lionel Conacher
University of Pittsburgh
Tod Sloan pioneers forward crouch riding stance
Tod Sloan, the famous jockey, becomes the first rider to use the forward crouch position in the saddle. He held the reins close to the bit, marking a shift from the old straight up riding posture with a long rein.
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Tod Sloan
Baseball Notes From Around The Leagues
The column notes several player movements and incidents: Giants buy Dennis Gearin and George Lacey faces a season-ending suspension for assaulting an umpire. Fred Mitchell seeks to abolish a rule favoring batters on faulty catches. Lefty Sep Good sells to Detroit, while others like Carl Bast and Earl Adams are highlighted. The piece also mentions World Series ticket demand, Johnny Quinn's veteran form, and college-graded players among majors, with Cuba's baseball popularity and Amherst Williams' 1859 start.
St Andrews Golf Club Marks 55 Years Near Yonkers
America’s oldest golf club, St. Andrews near Yonkers New York, celebrates its 55th birthday in November. Founded when a nine hole course opened in 1897, the club began with a rough clubhouse of a table at the first tee and two tubs of ice water. early days used one tent. Today clubs seek lawns verandas luxuries and pros on site. Initiation fees have risen greatly since then.
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America
St. Andrews
Yonkers
N. C
Slicing Big Fault Many Fail to Mend Golfers Struggle With Fault
Slicing is a major golfing problem. Many players pull the arms as they strike due to backward leaning and poor balance. Stiff legs at the start of the backswing hinder pivoting and keep weight on the right leg. The result is across the ball spin and a pull to the right.
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Flint
Witt Easy Hitter Boosts Yanks Lead
Whitey Witt, star center fielder for the New York Yanks, is delivering powerful hits and is a key factor in keeping the Yankees in front. The sensational slugger is driving runs with sharp line drives and steady at bats.
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Whitey” Witt
New York Yanks
Interesting Sport Notes Highlights From Early 20th Century Athletics
A collage of sports tidbits notes Glenna Collett as a twenty year old American golf champion, Johnny Johnston’s tennis advice, early adoption of sports in China, and boxing referees outside rings. Mentions include Jess Willard, Bobby Jones, Sarazen, and Yale’s large sports participation. glimpses of boxing, wrestling, football, and golf history amid scattered facts and speculative notes.
Boy Scouts Aim for 100000 Milestone in National Round Up
The movement nears 614471 total members and leaders as Harding promotes increased youth citizenship and character building through streamers and ceremonies. The Prince of Wales praises global impact, noting the drive strengthens international understanding and peace.
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Scout
Harding
Boys Scouting
Kansas
Marion
George Harding
Prince of Wales
Prince
Wales
Boy Scouts of America
James E. West
United States
Scout Brotherhood
Scout Survey Estimates Leisure Time of North Dakota Boys
Scout Executive L. D. Fucker and local officials report a survey of 24 twelve to fourteen year old boys in Lake North Dakota finding an average of 21.81 hours of leisure every six days excluding Sundays. They warn the figures are minimum and note that omitting summer months and younger boys understates the time and potential dangers.
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Packier
Governor Davis Endorses Boy Scout Movement
Governor Jonathan M. Davis of Kansas extols the boy scout movement as essential for youth. He praises its instillation of patriotism, self-reliance, service, personal appearance, ambition, obedience, and citizenship shaping true manhood. The governor calls scouting the most worthwhile activity in community life.
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Governor Sempleton Calls Scouting Crucial for Character
Governor Jiles AL Sempleton of Counterieut extols scouting as a path to strong character, arguing the movement trains obedience, self control, and natural instincts through disciplined activity and steady practice.
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Jiles AL Sempleton
Counterieut
Scouts Aid Shrinners At National Convention Heat
Scouts aid Shriner org members as 25 000 stringers crowd asphalt streets in the Capitol city on a torrid day. Boy scouts with several youths on shoulder march past the puutade while others seek cold water to escape the sun.
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Fanrods
Boy Scouts
Eel
Scouting and Americanism Emphasized by Governor Mabey
Governor Mabey lauds Boy Scout training as essential to citizenship and character building. He highlights its value in fostering public spirit and Americanism among youths.
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Charles 2. Mabey
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Fly Is Champion Germ Carrier in House Fly Findings
A report claims the common house fly carries vast germ loads. As many as 28 000 germs found in its digestive tract and up to 4 000 000 on its legs and body. The findings emphasize hygiene concerns and potential disease spread from flies.
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