Dreams and brain activity in nocturnal visions
A long discussion of dreams argued as real brain vibrations caused by indigestion and pain. The Royal Institution lectures by Dr. B. Richardson are cited to expose the physical basis for dream phenomena, suggesting dreams reflect bodily states and not supernatural influence.
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Hoyal Institution
BW. Richardson
Ivory Gate
van Nousiea
Ed Halite
Psychical Research Society
Dakar
Ajman
Cnéral Afric
Dad
London Telegraph
A Wedding Gift Mystery in a New York Times Note
A reader recalls awkward wedding gifts sent to brides by unknown friends. The note describes anonymous donors, withheld names, and the etiquette dilemma of gifting at receptions. The writer questions the modern fashion of gifts tied to the bride’s name and the lack of accountability.
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Ruth
New York Times
Passing of King Arthur Reflected in Deathbed Scene
A New York Tribune account describes Dr. Dobbs at a deathbed scene with a marble figure bathed in moonlight, the dying man clutching Shakespeare and recalling Arthurian legend as he speaks of love to wife and son.
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Dobbs
Oriel
Arthur
New York Tribune
Letter Writing Etiquette and Social Form Guidance
A fragmented guide on composing notes and letters with emphasis on proper address and social form. It discusses polite opening phrases and the correct tone when requesting favors or information, highlighting formality and appropriate style in correspondence.
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Asias
Ancient Chalcedony Geode With Water Sealed Inside
The owner of The Statesman describes a three inch chalcedony geode containing clear water sealed inside for countless centuries. The stone formed when a volcanic cavity filled with water and deposited crystals, later breaking free after ages of isolation.
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the Statesman
Mosea
Walla Walla
The Famous Race Course at Longchamp in Paris Society
A vivid portrait of Longchamp race days with crowds from all classes including bankers, servants, and high society. The paddock draws English peers, foreign counts, bishops and financiers amid changing access and fashion, illustrating a grand but evolving spectacle.
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Longehamps
Boulogne
Bellevue
Mount Valerian
Oman Hill
Seine
Longchamps
Bolemin
Balzac
Zola
Chicago Tribune
Foreign Newspaper Etiquette and a Missing Return
A New York Times Her Point of View piece recalls a boarding house episode where a guest kept a foreign newspaper and claimed it might have been discarded. The writer notes the paper’s marked article showed value and deserved return or apology, highlighting respect for others’ property.
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Mountains
New York Times
New Sketches Point to Fresh Directions in American Fiction
The Century highlights Miss Mary B. Wilkins and a tiny literary sketch as evidence fiction in the United States is shedding old English traditions. Critics see in the brief incident a new lease on life, offering refined technique and continental influence. Kate Field's Washington notes the shift from long novels to compact studies that resemble vivid studies in French literature.
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Mary B. Wilkins
Kate Field
Washington
Economy and thrift in youthful spending
A Chicago Post editorial mocks the habit of buying disposable soda pairs at twenty-five cents and discarding them, calling it a folly of economy among impecunious young men and contrasting it with wiser thrift. It notes this attitude mirrors other similar wards of thrift.
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Chicago Post
Telling a Fact. Mr. Phunny and Ave P. dash indoors
Mr Phunny shouts that it is all over the town as Ave P. rushes to the door in a moment of comic urgency. The exchange hints at a dramatic event and a quick exit.
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Mr. Phunny
Ave P
Mr. P
The Art of Graciously Receiving Gifts
A Harper's Bazar reflection contrasts two sisters receiving East Indies gifts. One child joyfully praises the giver and shows gratitude, while the other is cold and ungrateful. The piece argues gracious receipt strengthens social bonds and reflects Christian duty in daily life.
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East Indies
Mary
India
Taj- Mahal
Julia
Katya
John Rogers
Germany
Harper’s Bazar
Great Storm of 1717 Paralyzed New England with Snow
The spring 1717 storm buried New England under ten to twenty feet of snow, killing hundreds of sheep and burying cattle. Bears and wolves invaded farms, deer were protected by reeves, and towns issued guards for game. Homes were enveloped, tunnels connected houses, and residents used snowshoes daily. A Newbury man trudged four miles to visit a faraway beloved, entering through a chamber window to surprise the family.
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New England
Newbury
Mass
Caution urged on water therapy for nervous patients
Dr Hilsinger notes in Popular Science Monthly that excessive water treatments harm nervous patients while properly prescribed water therapy is beneficial. He advocates adapting methods to individual cases and highlights barefoot walking and air baths as useful when prescribed.
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Dr. Hilsinger
Popular Science Monthly
Doctor Praises Bovinine as Best Raw Food
In Alleghany Pennsylvania Dr A P H Shafer states he has used Bovinine fluid food and finds it the best and most reliable raw food on the market. He endorses its use based on personal experience.
Local Medical Listings for Eye and Ear Specialists
City directory style notice lists several doctors with offices and residence addresses. Dr W B Allen Co and others perform eye ear nose throat services with hours varying across weekdays. Dr Kay at 36 Penn Ave advertises obstetrics and diseases of women and children.
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Washington
Mad
Law Firms and Professionals Listed in Scranton Directory
A crowded Scranton page lists numerous attorneys and firms with offices across the city including Commonwealth building Washington avenue Scranton Patterson Wilcox Library building Lackawanna avenue Spruce street Burr building and Coal Exchange. Several named lawyers appear such as Roswell H Patterson Alfred Hand William J Hand Henry M Shely and James W Oakford among others alongside a School of the Lackawanna and a cosmetic dentistry note on porcelain and bridge work.
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Patterson & Wilcox
Attor Pers
Scranton
Roswell H. Patterson
William A. Wilcox
Alfred Hand
William J. Hand
Common_ Wealth
Dl W. PF. Boyle
Burr
Washington Avenue
Rollin H Wilbur and Chas Ler Named Agents in Phila
Partial OCR shows Rollin H Wilbur General Superintendent and Chas Ler General Agent at Philadelphia office with further agents listed for South Bethlehem. Roles include general pass and agricultural administration.
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Rollin H. Wilbur
Chas
Ler
Pays
t.Phila
Nonnemacher
Aast
Pasa
South Bethlshem
Scranton Train Timetable Highlights For North East Service
Train listings show multiple routes from Scranton to New York Easton Philadelphia Washington Buffalo Cortland Syracuse Ithaca and nearby towns. Express, fast, and accommodation services depart at various morning and afternoon times with connections to western and southern points. Pocket timetable available from M. L. Smith, city office on Charwonne avenue or depot ticket office.
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Central
New Jersey
Scranton
Pittston
New York
Newark
Elisabeth
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Bethlehem
Easton
Ocean Grove
Reading
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Harriaburg
BURSA
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Liberty Street
North River
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Reading Terminal
H. P. Baldwin
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Beaverstanden
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Filmira
Ithaca
Geneva
R. R
Boranton
Roghenas
Buffalo
Niagara Falls
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Soiceo
Weat
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Wilkes-Barre
Elxreat
All
Binghamton
Dimitra
Cortland
Syracuse
Oswero Tare
Hichfield Springs
Bath
Northumberland
Pittiston
Wilkes- Barre
Plymouth
Bloomsburg
Danville
Williamsport
Harrisburg
Baltimore
Washington
Nanticoke
M. L. Smith
City
ChaWonne Avenue
Mosquito Habits Defy Seasonal Migration
A New Jersey resident explains that mosquitoes do not flee south in autumn. They endure the cold and seek warmth indoors, sometimes remaining until Christmas. The insect’s resilience and intelligence are noted as it adapts to dipping temperatures.
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New Jersey
Ua Hardy
New York Sun
Hidden gold hides in plain sight across signs and art
The public sees only jewelry gilding and ornaments while gold mined this century largely vanishes from sight. The question of the remaining gold balance remains debated amid vast extraction.
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New Orleans Picayune
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Jn_Price building
Washington Ave
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Coal Exchange
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Commonwealth Building
Samuel W. Edgar
Spruce St
Watres
Lackawanna Ave
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P. Smith
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Promnoeth Building
Comegys
Spruce Street
B. Replogle
F. Kullam
Wyoming Ave
School OF the Lackawanna
Hep Rev
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William A. Tapt
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Burgeon Centrat
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Dimekkanus
G. R Clark
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Scranton, Pa
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WM. T. Smith
Astana
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John HL Phelps
Viola Greane
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Matthew Hros
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Frankun
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Delaware and Hudson Railroad
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Saratoga
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Parl
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Uniondile
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Vite Try
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Winton
Peckville Olyphant Meson
Throop Emu Park Place
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Algual
Anderson
Pilcroft
Serautou
Halrog
Gook Hemedy Co
Masonic Tempe Chicago St
Scranton Tribune
Bete and
Alver
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Anlee
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Four Avenue
Mott's
Academy OF Music
Black Crook
117 Company
Pellar
Peter F. Dailey
John J. McNally
Hanlon Bros
Liberty
Wal McCann
Baltimore News
Frank M
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Staerant
MONS
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Marie Louise Bailey
America
King of
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Nina Rathbone
Seidl
George B. Carter
Guernsey Bros
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Cambridge
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Kentucky
Louisville Courier-Journal
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