Uncharted Pacific Islands and the Legend of Phantom Isles
The article traces once rumored Pacific islands and phantom isles noted by mariners over centuries. It explains how early latitude and longitude errors plus floating fire, quakes, and imagination created elusive targets. Most dangers listed by the US Coast and Geodetic Survey disappeared, leaving few uncharted spots today.
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Robinson Crusoe
Pacific Ocean
Equatorial
Mars
Alexander Selkirk
Juan Fernandez
Valparaiso
Pacific
Solomon Islands
Pacifc
United States Aydiographic Office
Dipping Into Science on Honey Production
A brief note explains how bees obtain nectar from flowers and transform it into honey through a slow, complex process. The article cites a 1929 Western Newspaper Union item describing the bee’s manufacture of honey from floral sugars via sunlight and moisture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osten
Fish Gods Prove Potency Honolulu
Ancient fish gods still influence Hawaiian fishermen beliefs and rituals on the Kohala coast. A procession to harvest akule schools near Ka ponain bay was halted as nets closed in, but a sudden breakaway of the school led to no catch, underscoring the perceived power of the old Uku fish gods and local offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honolulu
Hawaii
Kohala
Akute
Kaponain Bay
Ashing
Kaewailine
Anwailan
Akaa
War Veteran in Hard Luck in Belfast Struggles to Return
An American World War I veteran, George Young from Rhode Island, fights to reenter the United States after serving with British forces. After being wounded in France and awarded a military medal, he lived near Belfast but was denied entry at Ellis Island and Liverpool due to oath of allegiance to the British flag. He has endured multiple transatlantic trips and remains jobless in Belfast.
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Belfast
Ireland
Britain
Atlantic
Ellis Island
Liverpool
America
George Young
Rhode Island
Royal Irish Dusillers
France
Young
Dilis Island
Fusiliers
State Department
Dills Island
New York
Painful Recollections of a Humorous Note
Professional humorist recalls a misadventure after a steamship firm held his papers including birth certificates sent to New York over a visa charge. He cannot obtain a passport, cannot return to America to which he fought for Britain, and faces quota delays while remaining in the streets.
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Young
Steamship Company
New York
America
Britain
Smart Browns Three Piece Embroidered Crepe Blouse Set
A description of a July two plaited outfit from New York's First Church on Manhattan Island. The text references a Dutch minister and historical notes about the church’s early establishment and ties to Holland, mentioning names and years in a fragmentary fashion.
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New York
Manhattan Island
Jonas Amlehaelug
Row
Holland
Shilly Shallying and Regret
An excerpt from Thomas Bailey Aldrich's story features Mr. Suar Jeffrey, who pines for unmade choices and regrets opportunities missed. He laments chance taken by others, while others like Watson neglect wills, prompting the narrator to warn against hesitation and the cost of inaction.
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Suar Jeffrey
Thomas Bailey Aldrich
Michezabel
Deghilly
Gregory
Clement
Bis
Watson
Ble Destin
Iterty
Whitch
Brix Sets New World Record in Shot Put Feat
Hertian Brix of Los Angeles shatters the world mark with a 9 foot 1446 inch throw in a sensational shot put display. Ralph Rose’s 7 foot 1 inch record is surpassed in this era defining event at the AAA championships.
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Hertian Brix
Sety
Ralph Rose
Brix
Olyu Bs Lites
Pegoeg Saleng
AAA Ehaill
Delon
Nature groups urge roadside tree care for safer future
The American Nature Association calls women's clubs and business groups to study roadside beautification. It notes the roadside tree revival along highways, the shift away from reckless pruning, and the need to protect trees from utility and road workers while planning shaded, tree lined routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Nature Association
Hudson
New York
Gen and Hill
Fineman
Towns Strive for an Ideal in Edits from Household Magazine
An editorial questions whether towns can define a conscious ideal and lists candidates like the richest, cleanest, most beautiful, busiest, most modern, most religious, and most enterprising towns. It asks readers to assess their town’s aims and whether it lacks a guiding ideal worth developing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D'or
Household Magazine
Community Economy and Consolidated Schools Savings
A North Carolina report shows transporting children from Cumberland County to six consolidated schools cuts costs. It notes 80 pupils taught by 30 teachers at under $88 per child for the year and a county saving of $24,000. The plan enables higher teacher salaries and better facilities.
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North Carolina School of Economy
Cumberland County
Developers urged to secure surroundings before selling homes
An expert with experience in 77 subdivisions warns that buyers demand desirable surroundings before purchasing. He says a home is valued only as its environment, and established site characteristics prevent uncertain futures.
Guard Against Fire in Construction Standards Rise
The text warns of fire hazards from unprotected construction and cites a $500,000,000 loss estimate. It urges fire resistant design using metal, plaster, and protected materials. Builders and owners are urged to adopt fully fire resistant construction to prevent spread and protect wood structures.
Ae Takes Two As the Home Remains Without Community
A fragment from Farm and Wireside comments on home and community, noting that without the people and place connections, home feels incomplete and the sense of belonging weakens. The quote reflects a civic-spirited view of communal ties and identity.
Public Playgrounds Spread Across 800 Communities in the United States
Public Pareeale Wired leaders report more than 800 communities nationwide have established public playgrounds. The initiative highlights local efforts to expand accessible recreation spaces and promote youth activities across diverse regions.
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Tha
United States
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