Bischof's Opening A Magnificent New Store In Crawfordsville
The Crawfordsville Journal reports Louis Bischof opened a grand new four story building on Main Street with 11 miles of electric wiring 1800 incandescent lights and 27 arc lamps. The crowd packed the street as police managed entry to the interior praised for its peristyle mezzanine and opulent décor. Estimated cost surpasses 190000 dollars reflecting decades of local enterprise and Bischof’s rising fortunes.
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Crawfordsville
Louis Bischof
Lung
Bischof
Indiana
Bischo
Montgomery County
Mismatched Photographs Darken a Country House Mystery
In a quiet country house Roger and his fiancée Alice welcome a newcomer. A faded photograph and a forgotten past reveal a chain of misunderstandings that ends with reconciled affection as truth emerges and love prevails.
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Alice
Roger
Rufus
Boston Post
Uses of Corundum in Abrasive Industry
Corundum, the crystallized oxide of aluminum, is mainly used for abrasives in wheels that outperform emery and files. Wheels cut metal surfaces efficiently and retain cutting power even as most of their weight wears away. India dominates supply with large deposits, supplemented by North Carolina Georgia and Ontario sources.
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United States
North Carolina
Georgia
British
Ontario
The Dread of Snakes Explored by New Orleans Physician
A New Orleans physician explains that snake dread is not fear but instinctive horror rooted in ancient survival. He notes most snakes are harmless, but men show greater aversion than women, a trait lingering despite the danger's disappearance.
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New Orleans
New Orleans Times-Democrat
Spain's Big Job
Quote reflects a skeptical view on Spain's prospects, noting deep work required to address past issues and shape a future. The dialogue emphasizes the long road ahead and the burden of historical reforms.
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Spain
How much of a standing army have we, papa
A Cleveland Plain Dealer fragment asks about the size of the standing army and notes that most of it is seated, reflecting a humorous or ironic tone. The quote contrasts a small active force with a largely inactive reserve.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
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