The Supreme Court Home and a Plan for its Future
Washington plans for a new temple of justice across the Capitol plaza to replace the outgrown 1801 building. The article details current cramped facilities, the need for private offices and a law library, and Henry Bacon’s proposed design plan. It recalls the court’s wandering early history in New York Philadelphia and the Capitol, the old Senate chamber, and notable moments in its courtroom lore.
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Charles Sumner
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Justiera
Portrait of Martyrdom and Persecuting Passions
A fragmentary meditation on Bunyan and mortal judgment, contrasting the condemned man’s self insight with the crowd’s guilt. The piece explores who is truly a martyr and what fuels the stoning of dissenters in a harsh public verdict.
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Mmortal
Bunyan
Island Derivation in Anglo-Saxon Language
A reader notes the uncertain origin of the word Island linking it to an old Anglo-Saxon term. The remark suggests a possibly ambiguous derivation and mentions phrases like headland neck of land tongue of land and brow of a bill as observed examples.
River term hints at island and sea inlet name
Fragmentary OCR suggests a description of geographic terms such as mouth of a river back of a hill and arm of the sea. It notes resemblance to an island and mentions confusion with the French word tste-OO.
Differing Qualities in Indiana Paper Quote
A brief installment quotes Cap per's Weekly noting some housewives are unhappy because husbands overdo efforts to please them while some are content, suggesting overall concern is limited.
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Bome
Indiana
Capper
Velvet wraps take spotlight in rich evening styles
A New York fashion critique marks velvet as the season’s answer for evening wraps and gowns. Designers from Paris and America showcase velvet dolman and cape silks with embroidery, silver thread, and fur trims, while lame and ostrich add luxe trims and bold color contrasts.
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New York Times
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Miore
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Anedet
Paris
Paris Couturieres
Madeleine Vionnet
Dolman
Cafrick
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Alousi
If Kidneys Act Bad Take Salts
An old remedy advises treating sluggish kidneys by using Jad Salts a four-ounce dose daily before breakfast to flush acids and restore kidney function. The advice claims the acidified grape and lemon juice compound neutralizes system acids and relieves bladder issues.
Aviators Learn to Avoid Decoy Balloon
A World War I diary entry describes a Hun balloon used as a decoy. The pilot recalls orders to avoid the dangerous fake craft and notes the balloon is rigged with explosive potential to deter attackers.
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Liberty
Bayer Aspirin Safety Warning Ad
A consumer warning urges buyers to look for the Bayer name on Aspirin packaging or tablets to ensure genuine Bayer Aspirin proven safe by millions and prescribed by physicians for 26 years. It advises saying Bayer at purchase and cautions that imitations may be dangerous.
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Bayer
Learning Pace Gaps Among Children Cited by Researchers
Experts note marked differences in how quickly children acquire language and cognitive skills. Researchers emphasize early experiences and developmental milestones shaping each child’s pace. Parents are urged to monitor progress and seek guidance if delays appear persistent.
As the hot air doesn't come from the sun
The line reads a philosophical musing attributed to Joseph Cook about energy sources and authentic origins, framed as a reflective quote rather than a news item.
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