Their Military Company Two Boys Elect Captain Then Meet an Aging General
Luke Edwards is named captain of a group of boys who train in a barn while Willie Jackson guides from the ranks. The line between leadership and envy creates tension until a famous local general arrives, offers to reorganize the unit, and provide full gear.
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Luke Edwards
Tomfjmy Green
Willie Jackson
Willie
Luke
Neutenant
Second Neutenant
Boy Chooses Cadet Leaders In Renewed Drill
A Boston Globe excerpt describes a general assigning roles in a mock drill. Wille Jackson is named captain while Tommy Green and two others become lieutenants and sergeant. Luke Edwards is told to return to the ranks for instruction.
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Wille Jackson
Leutenants
The Crystal Grotto How to Make a Crystal Cave
A simple home craft describes building a crystal grotto by starting with a deep cigar box. Cut five openings in the top ends and sides and drive nails through the openings to imitate crystal caves like Mammoth Cave Kentucky.
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Mammoth Cave
Kentucky
Artful Alum Crystal Box Demonstration
The article explains making a box with assorted nail lengths to form jagged points. Fill with warm alum solution, seal openings, and let crystals form resembling grotto stalactites. After cooling, cover openings with colored glass and a convex lens for a decorative display.
Bore of Shotgun Gauge History
The gauge name traces to how many spherical musket bullets fit a pound. Ten-bore would take ten bullets to weigh a pound, sixteen-bore would use sixteen bullets per pound, so larger numbers mean smaller bore. This reflects early gunsmith design before rifled or cylindrical bullets were common.
Farmer Recovers From Pocket Full of Snakes
O D Pitts a Virginia farmer in Caroline County recounts finding turtle eggs in a nest while plowing His pocket then filled with wriggling young snakes after he discovered the eggs had hatched in his coat pocket The tale blends rural curiosity with an odd surprise from farm life
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Caroline County
O. D. Pitts
Chicago Plan for Apartments with Individual Garages
A Chicago capitalist plans a new apartment building offering steam heat electric light tele phone hot and cold water and a garage for every flat. The project aims to provide modern conveniences and private parking integrated into urban living.
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Chicago
Italian inventor Farina sells cologne recipe through heirs
Giovanni Farina, Italian inventor of eau de cologne, offered his fragrance formula for 3750 dollars in 1903 without success. Years later his heirs sold the same recipe for 200900 dollars, highlighting the rise in value of the scent.
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Giovanni Farina
Farina
Lions Show Gentle Conscience Says Trainer
A trainer argues lions are not brutal in instinct, noting they avoid dead meat, allow pigeons among them, and seem to possess a sense of justice. He calls the lion the king of beasts as study of their habits reveals surprising restraint and companionship.
Studying the Ideal and a Bantam Hen Lesson
The youngest family member Joey concentrates on thought to improve hen eggs. He ties an ostrich egg to a team with a card reading Keep your eye on this and do your best as a lesson in focus and effort.
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Joey
Discovery of a New Planet in 1781 Named Uranus
On the evening of March 13 1781 William Herschel at Slough England discovered a new planet. He initially named Georgium Sidus to honor George III while others urged Herschel’s name. Continental astronomers favored following mythological tradition and adopted Uranus as the seventh planet.
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William Herschel
Slough
England
George III
Herschel
Uranus
NY Police Cut Raids Reduce Daily Arrests
New York City police are arresting about 20 fewer people per day than two years ago due to a policy against large spectacular raids. Officials say the shift aims to reduce violence and avoid public disturbance while maintaining crime control.
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New York
New York City
Candidate’s Answer On Lew Wallace Sparks Librarian Race
A New York library candidate wrote in an exam that Lew Wallace’s principal work was Her, prompting debate over the applicant’s knowledge of classic novels. The remark drew attention at the librarian selection process with questions about accuracy and literary familiarity.
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New York
Pevucibrary
Lew Wallace
Queer Diet of Raccoons and Unorthodox Appetites
A London Menagerie specimen inspires discussion on animal dietary experimentation. The piece traces how raccoons shifted from fruit to crabs, detailing their investigative sequence of sight, wash, and taste. It cites broader examples of unusual diets across species and concludes nature prompts varied eating habits.
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London
Nature
Vast Municipal Debt Surpasses Federal Burden
The United States faces about 1.6 billion dollars in municipal debts, with New York contributing roughly a quarter after sinking fund deductions. The piece criticizes elites’ habit of mortgaging the future, notes debt funds mostly finance buildings and services, and praises state constitutional limits that restrain rising municipal deficits amid statewide caution.
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New York
Properties of Gold and Alloy Behavior
Gold remains unaffected by air and ordinary temperatures and is resistant to single acids. When alloyed with copper or silver it inherits some properties. 12 karat gold resists nitric acid and air, though copper may oxidize during annealing. An alloy of nine parts gold with ten parts platinum yields a nonuniform mix, with excess platinum separating on solidification.
Old Schools and Progress Reflected in Western School Journal
The Western School Journal cautions against deriding old-time schools while acknowledging progress. It notes fathers’ and grandfathers’ schools earned respect, though modern lighting and rapid travel invite humility as readers consider whether current strides equal past efforts.
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Western School Journal
Jefferson and the hidden tunnel myth in Our Country
The article recalls a subterranean passage under a house that once let a cart through and now is too decayed to crawl. Tradition credits it as Jefferson’s escape route from Tarleton’s raiders, but Dr. Randolph calls the tale myth. Jefferson reportedly used a mountain bridle path with Burwell in charge.
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Jefferson
Tarleton
W. C. N. Randolph
Burwell
The Adjective Superfluous Graft Scheme Mention
A dialogue fragment shows a character boasting of earnings from a graft scheme. The exchange emphasizes the amount as a “clean million” with the other speaker clarifying “a million.” The lines hint at corruption and wealth without further details.
Her Feline Propensities in Voter Behavior
A Baltimore American quote plays on women voters as cats with a sharp temperament. It suggests women cannot hide their true nature in politics and asks how they reveal it, implying they “scratch the ticket” in voting choices.
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Baltimore American
Expressions of Love and Suspicion Across Faces
The article notes how confidence and trust show plainly on some faces while suspicion and doubt surface in the eyes and brows of others, illustrating varied human temperaments in everyday interactions.
Home Built Oil Burner for Industry Use
A dated technical note describes assembling an improvised oil burner using a Tee fitting, an elbow, babbitt support, and a system of pipes to feed oil and regulate steam or air. The instructions emphasize controlling air flow to avoid blowing flames and advise gradual steam introduction after initial firing.
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Babbitt
Ingenious Repair Fixes Wells Leak by Air Lift
An engineer in a harbor system used an air pipe connected to a valve to pump air into the suction line. After hours of frozen joint trouble a diver located a submerged leak about 200 feet from shore in 20 feet of water and repaired the break.
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Lane Ontario
Saya Power
Tunnels Built Above Ground For Paris Subway
An article describes large scale open air tunneling work for Paris Metropolitan lines. Two underground depots on the river and land sections are built and sunk into place with precise leveling.
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Paris
Metropolitan Railway
Seine
Isle of Cite
Bridge of St. Michel
Halley's Comet Returns in 1910 Predictions
Astronomers prepare for Halley’s Comet return, the famed object seen at multiple returns every about 75 years. Last sighting was 1835 and calculations place its next appearance early 1910 with possible naked eye view by March. Dr Holetschek notes telescopic visibility by January 1910 and a bright display before sunrise later in the year.
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Halley
Youth
Holetschek
Vienna
German steel exports rise in last year totals
German iron and steel exports reached 3,666,278 tons in the last year, up from 3,358,420 tons in 1905, an increase of 207,854 tons or nine percent. The export surplus over imports stood at 2,576,198 tons, down from 2,981,425 tons, a decline of 5,227 tons or 0.2 percent.
Canada Considers Export Duty on Electrical Power
Canada seeks to pass a bill imposing an export duty on electricity generated in the Dominion and sold in the United States. The measure aims to tax cross border power sales and impact suppliers and consumers alike.
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Canada
Dominion
United States
Substantial Kiss Demand Sparks Milwaukee Exchange
In a dialogue echoed by the Milwaukee Sentinel, Sam questions whether Jack can provide something more substantial to sustain her, while Jack claims he can live on her kisses forever. The exchange centers on lasting value beyond affection.
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Jack
Sam
Milwaukee Sentinel
Hired a Rig and a Dress Suit Mix-Up
A Yonkers Statesman item explains a misinterpreted party ride where a man claimed to hire a rig to take a girl, but the supposed rig turned out to be a dress suit, forcing her to walk. The odd misunderstanding is noted with light humor.
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Bill
Jim
Yongers Statesman
American firm builds eight coupled oil burning engines for Mexican rail
An American company constructs for the Mexican Central railroad eight coupled oil burning freight engines with a leading pony truck. The roller has 2168 sq ft heating surface and about 110 tons adhesive weight. Tractive effort to adhesive weight ratio is about 1 to 4.75. Boiler pressure 20 psi. Fuel is crude petroleum vaporized by a steam jet and directed against a soapstone arch in the fire box.
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Mexican Central Railroad
Granite block sent to Canada for memorial monument
The largest single block of granite ever sent to Canada departed from a Barre Vermont quarry for Cote de Neiges Montreal. The three and a quarter by 2.5 foot block weighs about two tons and was consigned to sculptor J. Bruber to memorialize the late Raymond Prefontaine former Canadian minister of marine and fisheries.
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Canada
United States
Barre
Vermont
Cote de Neiges
P. Q
Montreal
J. Bruber
Raymond Prefontaine
Parrot Talks Hidden Intelligence Debate
Conversation between a buyer and dealer centers on a parrot claimed to be highly intelligent while the bird remains silent, illustrating a debate over perceived wit versus observable behavior. The exchange underscores expectations vs. reality in animal intelligence.
New Heir Claim to Fitzherbert Estate Emerges
William Fitzherbert, 79, of Brooklyn hat factory, claims the estate of Maria Anna Fitzherbert, long believed to be married to the Prince of Wales. His assertion rests on a memory of his father’s remarks heard in Dublin when he was seven.
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Fitzherbert
Maria Anna Fitzherbert
George IV
England
Prince of Wales
William Fitzherbert
Brooklyn
Dublin
Better Roads Through Drainage and Grading Techniques
The article urges thorough drainage and grading of dirt roads, followed by harrowing and dragging to create a surface that sheds water. It recommends side and possibly middle tiles, early spring surface leveling, and repeated dragging until the road packs solid, citing Illinois Missouri Iowa Nebraska demonstrations and farmer-relief from road taxes.
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Orange Judd Parmerott
Winois
Missouri
Iowa
Nebraska
United States
Cellar Ventilation System Aims for Year Round Fresh Air
A Rural New Yorker correspondent describes a cellar ventilation scheme using side-by-side drain pipes built into the cellar wall. Pipes run to the cellar just above ground level to introduce fresh air in summer and winter, promising improved air circulation.
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New Yorker
Method of Cellar Ventilation for Seasonal Use
The article explains keeping cellar ducts open in summer to admit cool morning air for a cool pleasant day and closing them in winter except when ventilation is needed to improve safety and air flow compared with opening windows.
Farm Work and Windbreaks for Better Yields
The note urges thorough corn field cultivation before planting and pasture provision for hogs. It recommends clearing a chip pile to expose soil, and setting a three row evergreen windbreak around the house, barn, and yards to provide fuel and comfort, boosting future yields.
The Morgan Horse Debate
A Farm and Home correspondent argues the Morgan horse of 30 years ago weighing 800 to 900 pounds is unsuitable for modern farmers. He suggests breeding to 1,100 to 1,200 pounds with the endurance and courage of the old Morgan, prioritizing size over speed for farming needs.
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Morgan
Farm and Home
Sow Fadish Seeds Early For Spring Gardens
Early planting of radish seed speeds growth and yields a week’s advantage before possible late frosts threaten young plants. Keep ample seed to replant promptly if nipped. Add a bit of orchard grass seed to pasture mix for consistent early growth.
Moon and Sun Cleared in Earthquake Alibi by Flammarion
Astronomer Camille Flammarion argues that the sun and moon have no causal role in recent earthquakes. He notes coincidences but says there is no general law linking celestial movement to seismic activity.
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Camille Flammarion
France
Flammarion
Nec
Suber Hanewn Ocean
Peron
Fort Ancient: Ancient Earthworks On Ohio's Little Miami River
The article surveys Fort Ancient along the Little Miami in Ohio, noting extensive earthworks with gates and mounds. It cites Prof. Moorehead and local theories about the fort’s purpose and origins, suggesting defensive use and possible connections to regional groups, with many legends about its builders.
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Ohio
Little
Miami River
Devons
Moorehead
Soranae Take
N.V
Port Aneient
Seiote
Madisonville
Aurora
India
Alexandersville
Foster's
Milford
Brown County
Great Miami
Fort Ancient
Madrae
Assyria
Modesty of Greatness and Hancock's Handwriting
The Chicago Tribune notes John Hancock prepared to sign the declaration with a plain, legible hand stating the honor of being the first signer. He claimed no distinction for himself and joked that great men often write poorly, while history recalls him as an exception.
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John Hancock
Chicago Tribune
Circus Proprietor Fired Over Eccentric Carmer
Fragmentary dialogue suggests a circus proprietor was discharged over behavior around electric carmer with mention of snakes on grounds. The quotes imply doubt about truth and blame linked to drinking.
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Hera
Judee
Ironed the Leaders Smooths Prison Insurrection
A warden explains how he calmed a prison uprising by quietly removing or neutralizing the key insurgent leaders. The exchange captures a blunt method for averting further violence.
Acquitted Courtroom Scene Delights Jurors
A humorous report from Chicago recalls a prisoner before a jury of women who silence him with an acquittal. The man admires the jurors hats gloves and attire, then the verdict comes in and he departs wishing all jurors were women.
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Chicago Daily News
In the Courtroom Banter Mr Taffeid and Matilda
A judge interrupts a light exchange between Mr Taffeid and Matilda. The smooth faced young man is teased as the exchange veers into a testy moment in court.
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Mr. Taffeid
Matilda
Judge
Investment Promoter Praises Telephone In Stock Debate
A Washington Star quote shows an investment promoter extolling the telephone as a vital business tool. He argues that the money invested long ago would have significantly aided his argument against doubtful stocks.
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Washington Star
Lawyer Asks About Noise From Defendant’s Motor
A courtroom exchange has a lawyer probing what noise from the defendant’s motor caused the farmer’s horse to frighten and bolt. The farmer replies he does not know but the sound resembled a sawmill.
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Baltimore American
No Future for the American Indian, Says Western Man
A western man cites a shift in habits as proof of no future for American Indians. He notes many have abandoned the pipe of peace for cigarettes, as referenced by the Washington Star.
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Odian
Washington Star
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Cologne
Monticello
Temck
Sun
Moon
Lisbon
St. Pierre
Spain
Alhanmdad
Alpes. Maritimes
Ohie
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