Science notes and commerce in brief from the era
Adulteration found in ground pepper and seeds by Hassar the London chemist. U.S. coke value last year exceeded $12 million with Appalachia supplying most. Prof. Frederick Starr begins a Mexico Guatemala tour for archaeology. Aluminum not ideal for surgical tools due to elasticity and weight. Kentucky and Tennessee oil potential noted, no famine anticipated. Florida fruit shipments reach millions. Georgia fruit and produce trade rapidly growing. Viper venom research shows anti toxic heating alters venom and immunity. Diphtheria serum treatment in Germany shows about half recovered. hospitals report higher cure rates than overall.
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Hassar
London
United States
Pennsylvania
Frederick Starr
University of Chicago
Lox
Mexico
Guatemala
Chapaila
Chapala
Kentucky
Tennessee
Florida
Georgia
MM. Vertrand
Phisalix
Germany
First Class Flannels and Homemade Shirts for Winter
A long note on affordable all wool flannels and handmade garments as winter essentials. Advice covers ribbed undershirts, unshrinkable shirts, and double layer flannel garments to boost warmth while saving money. Also includes a humorous clipping about two story house intrusions and a dream about a burglary.
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N. Y
World. First museum manager bets curiosity draw crowd
A curious claim by the first museum manager draws attention while a second manager questions the plan. A third note mentions a girl who found a burglar under her bed, highlighting local oddities and small-town intrigue.
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Tye
Lyst
Chicago Visitors Botch Spanish in New Mexico Tour
Five Chicagoans arriving in Albuquerque are guided by Frank Dake who corrects their Spanish as the group tours the city. A tense moment erupts when Jamison, mocked for his pronunciation, threatens locals with a mock show of force before the group drifts from New Mexico.
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Albuquerque
N. M
Frank Dake
Wen
Jamson
Yost
Blake
el Hornado
Jamison
Cathedral of San Juans
San Juan
Jake
Tamison
la Folla
la Halle
Mr. Jamison
Chicago
Wasksoc Boulevard
New Jersey
Norge Menny
Marquette Club
New Mexico
N.M
Florida Swamp Tobacco Fires House Guests in North Carolina Hotel
A fire alert in a North Carolina hotel prompted a guest to alert the clerk after a woman calmly advised evacuating. Smoke odors emerged, revealing swamp tobacco smell. Fire crews and guests evacuated as staff inspected doors. London Tit-Bits notes on New Zealand whale netting describe novel rigging and hunting methods.
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North Carolina
Wala
Pittsburgh Dispatch
New Zealand
Ling
London
His Exercise Amid Gymnasium News
Mrs Jolliboy notes her husband Tepnilar exercises at the club gym this day. She reports he is improving. Mrs Klugley asks if he can do anything yet. Mrs Jolibay relays that Tio says he has learned how to crook his elbow, though the exact meaning is unclear.
New Governor General Weyler Faces Cuban Tension
Reports claim Don Valeriano Weyler plans a proclamation offering rebels eight days to surrender or face execution for all rebel prisoners and their sympathizers. The veteran leader, born 1910, rose through Spanish military ranks including captain general of the Canary Islands and service in the Philippine islands. The move sparks fear of a harsh policy in Cuba and global condemnation.
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Cave
Unequire
Valeriago Weyler
Nicolan
Grn
Weyler
Itia
Dubai
Canary Islands
Spain
San Domingo
Ifo
Spanish
Santa Cruz
la Purcess
Lim
Philippine Islands
Barcelona
Catalonia
Count Goluchowski Strives Amid Diplomatic Turmoil
Count Goluchowski of Austria Hungary, praised for deft handling of politics, rises from Paris to lead diplomacy amid Wars, finances, and governance of Bosnia. His tall tale of dual monarchy duties and famed Paris charm mark a pivotal career in continental affairs.
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Austria-Wangary
Poyntas
Apgenor Goluchowski
Foredzu Afinica Fur Austria-Limncary
Avetels Dnil Tas
Gelicia
Brancé
Tatrringr
Princesa Murat
Paris
Usal
Conant Kalnoky
Austria
Tt Sens
Count Kenneky
Alls
Francy
Resnls
Hercegovina
Dlasdynutage
Ife
Health and Sanitation as Domestic Duty
A Drexel Institute paper urges women to master sanitation and nutrition to safeguard health. It stresses good air, water, plumbing, woodwork, and diet, warning that educated housekeepers prevent disease through oversight and knowledge. It cites Carlyle’s case to illustrate diet’s impact on character and wellbeing.
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May Moggenletham
Aticnce
Drexel Institute
Partitienly
Boards of Health
Ain
Carlyle
Lo- Aing
Amusing Doll Party and Death of a Railway Dog
A suburban mother hosts a doll themed party inviting guests to come as a paper dressed doll. Prizes go to the best impersonation as attendees guess identities. The item also reports the poisoning of a railway Fox Terrier named Wack at Luton, a familiar station dog.
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Chicago
Inter Ocean
Teohebly
Luton
Wack
Inticd
Westmainster Pudget
Wonder Mist Deverspike Proposal Sparks Ray City Chat
An oddRay City note recalls a proposal made the day after beer was introduced. The speaker, Misa Timberwheel, reflects on the surprise and possible timing, mentioning Wonder Mist and Deverspike in a casual, reminiscence tone.
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Aun Senr
Ray City
Peckham Nominated for Supreme Court by Cleveland
Rufus W Peckham Jr named as associate justice by President Cleveland. Born Albany 65 years ago, son of late Justice Rufus W Peckham elected to supreme court bench after career as district attorney, congressman, and Albany counsel. Civil service and political career, Albany counts supervisor, and appeals court nomination lead to high court path.
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Prestitqus
Cleveland
Stefus W. Peckham
Albany
Rufus W. Peckham
Albany County
Engress
Supreme Court
Tustica Peckham
Ville de Mevre
Young Peckham
Albany Academy
Colt & Peckiam
Peckham
Trewain
Peckinin
Ho Ikon
Ett
W Justic
Men Supreme Court
Court of Appeats
Gov Ititt
Maynant
Keelumi
Hedodge Weelhons
Teri
Th. Porkbank
Stafus W. Teckham
New York
Carlile
Supreme Joint Bench
New York State
W. Leck- Narn
Nature's Art Work The Face of George Washington Carre
The marble head of George Washington carved by nature sits in Marblehead Massachusetts. Albert Chapman cleared brush to reveal a sandstone likeness resembling the first president. Locals call it the Old Map of the Sea and plan patriotic visits along the Bay State coast.
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George Washington
Albert Chapman
Marblehead
Bone
Tim Nes
Bay State
Proposal for a Paria baby market by M Louis de Gremont
Trench writer Fropoaod Baby Alarket argues for a Paria baby market to match households with surplus children to parents unable to feed them. He believes many families with children face hunger and poverty and that a structured market would ease the strain while providing care.
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M. Louis de Gremont
Paria
Fireside Fragments and Classic Pudding Recipes
A collection of early 20th century kitchen notes with recipes for rich puddings cakes and beverages. Includes detailed method and ingredients for rich pudding coffee cream cake orange judd warmer steamed bread and fruit pudding with measurements and baking directions.
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Chicago Chronicle
Chicago
The Curious Little Irish Cabin Encounter
A puzzled traveler meets a stout, cheerful Irish cabin owner who answers questions with wit. The small hut delights with warmth and hospitality. The man claims fairies flee from the cold, inviting the traveler to sit outside when weather improves.
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Ireland
Good Morning Civility From A City Lad And A Wife
An excerpt from Good Morning by Samo recalls a routine of polite greetings to many black boys near a cart yard and the unexpected warmth of one response in plain speech. The piece contrasts daily civility with the quiet dignity found in simple social rituals, then pivots to a domestic quip about a wife and mother’s cooking.
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Samo
Robert Tous Stavenson
St! Nichola
Mathers
Fragmentary Historical Remark on Dietary Quantities
A garbled excerpt quotes Sir J. Fubbock discussing the amount a spilder might consume and the large quantities needed for meals. The text references breakfast oxen and sheep for dinner, bullocks and other meat, ending with an odd note about wages.
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J. Fubbock
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