Bank of England described its history and note production
A historical overview of the Bank of England covers its two centuries of existence since 1694, the central role in government finance, and the security measures around note production. The article details the unique paper, watermarks, and printing process, including double cylinder machines and the vaults where cancelled notes are kept before burning.
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Bartholomew Lane
Government Banking Department
National Treasury
London
Wellington Barracks
Financial Citadel
Abe
Paterson
F. M. Holmes
Londes
Bank of England
St. Christopher-le-Stocks
Bani of England
Messrs. Portal
Laverstock
Hampshire
India
W' TeWitt
Little Earl
Margin habit worth more than showy wealth
A physician’s death reveals a family ruined by high living and lack of savings. Many households imitate this pattern, chasing social status with monthly payments for luxuries while neglecting any financial margin. Experts urge Americans to build habit of saving and reserves for security.
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Larper
Bana
Model Farms and Road Building Push North Carolina Forward
W Perry Massey argues for a model farm in every county to teach profit through efficient farming, plus a statewide system of good roads. He notes North Carolina’s progress in schools and roads, compares with Maryland, and urges rapid road-building to connect counties and shipping points.
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OW. F. Massey
Department of Agriculture
North Carolina
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Mecklenburg County
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Mothers and Children in Training and Self Denial
The piece argues mothers spoil children through excessive indulgence and warn that true development comes from early discipline. It describes how overreacting to crying trains a demanding child and weakens the mother, delaying essential habits and growth.
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Harper's Bazaar
Man Slides Down Hill Collision At Argonaut Crossing
A tall man slips on ice while descending a steep hill in Argonaut Oregon and collides with a large woman. They slide to the bottom where the man apologizes and says the train line ends there. The note follows with ads for skin remedies and a doughnut explosion report from Coalburg Ohio.
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Ore
Banana plants become common sights in tropical regions
The text describes bananas as widespread in Mexico, Central America, and the West Indies, noting their abundance in backyards and their use as weed, vegetable, and fruit. It explains rapid growth from shoots, plant resilience, and the commercial spread of bananas to household use and markets, highlighting affordability.
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Mexico
Central America
West India Islands
New England
E. A. Agar
New York State Department of Public Instruction
New York
Agar
America
Economizing Clothes Space With Long Hooks
A household tip recommends outfitting presses with nine inch screw hooks used for bird cages. One hook holds six skirt or waist hangers. The method frees space and eases finding items. Also promotes Kodol as a stomach aid claiming instant indigestion relief and digestion of foods. Sold by E T Whitehead Co.
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E. T. Whitehad Co
Lost chord memory and scattered notices in era miscellany
Fragmentary pages mention the lost chord from a soul’s dream and speculate on a heavenly Amen. Also listed are medical ads and brief notices: Foley Kidney Cure, Dr Thomas’ liver remedy, and various local ads. The National Editorial Association meeting is slated for Seattle in 1909.
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Kime
Root
National Editorial Association
Seattle
Foley's Kidney Cure Promise from E. T.
An old advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Cure can cure any kidney trouble within reach of medicine. The speaker signs as E. T. and asserts unmatched effectiveness.
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Foley
E. T. Whitehead Co
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Bank OF Ensland
Land Surveyor
Scotland
N.C. BalLtt
Wimberley
Scotland Neck
N.C
Depot Street
Whitehead
W. Mixon
McBryde Wesb
Vorney
Atlantic Trust
Norfolk, Va
Ward L. Travis
Yorney
Halifax, N. C
B. Josey
Reneral Insurance Agent
N. C
Sarceret
Prince
Tinity Park School
Weil Wsium
H.i. North
Durham
Mienburg
Dean
Mary Wonnderlich
Coalburg
Ohio
Baltimore News
DeWitt
Bavina Orchard
Dingera
Gan
Death
EF. T. Whitehead Co
Eugene W. Chafin
Chicago
Music Hall
Fotey
Bright
FE. T. Whitehead Co
Amy
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Thomas
Washington Herald
George
Krause
Walnut Ave
Altoona
Baltimore American
Bardock Blood
Southern Indiana
Walsh Railroads
Grand Army of the Republic
Toledo
BE. T. Whitehead Co
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