Sherlock Holmes Introduced to Reading Public in 1887
Danny Coburn of Prestonsburg Kentucky wins a prize for this question in a Junior Editors Quiz on Sherlock Holmes. Doyle introduced Holmes in 1887 in A Study in Scarlet, with later adventures in The Sign of the Four The Hound of the Baskervilles and The Valley of Fear.
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Sherlock Holmes
Arthur Conan Doyle
Holmes
Dr. Watson Watson
Doyle
Conan Doyle
Danny Coburn
Prestonsburg
Kentucky
Rapid heart with valve replacement patient asks advice
A 56 year old with a mitral valve prosthesis reports episodes of rapid heart beat around 120 per minute linked to stress and an ulcer. The physician notes that mechanical valves may struggle with fast rhythms and suggests avoiding irritants, managing the ulcer, possibly using a mild tranquilizer, reducing stress, and considering additional meds if attacks persist.
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DR. Lamb
P.O
Radio City
New York
N.Y
ENTE
Dyeing Orange Fabric to Royal Blue Tips From Polly
Dear Polly offers color remover guidance for an orange bedspread and curtains and suggests sending fabric samples to a dye company for royal blue formulations. Advice includes simmering with remover, proper quantities, and possible need for multiple batches. A second exchange covers reducing foam in instant iced tea by pre-wetting the glass with water before adding powder.
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Polly
Dot
Mrs.es
Mrs.e.s
Taurus and Gemini Daily Horoscope Briefs
Taurus to be tender with a partner and expect reciprocity. Gemini should let the mate decide first for mutual gain. Cancer seeks a creative constructive day with fulfilling activity. Leo earns a playful break from work. Virgo hosts helpful career-minded guests at home. Pisces holds a competitive edge to use if challenged.
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