Tie Wings to Trains and New Transport Concepts
A historical meditation on rail speed limits, the heavy weight of trains, and the paradox of faster travel requiring more mass. The piece discusses 18 hour New York to Chicago trains, Vanderlip’s luxury car additions, and speculative aeroplane trolley systems to reduce rail load while increasing speed. It connects progress to evolving technologies from ball bearings to aeroplanes, and quotes Wright brothers implications for passenger transport.
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New York
Chicagor
Chicago
Frank A. Vanderlip
National City Bank of New York
Wright Brothers
Garvin's Corner on Servants and Family Respect
Reverend Joseph L. Garvin recalls a 5 year stay with a servant named Anna. The tale shows dignity in domestic work and mutual respect between employer and worker. It highlights how kindness, sympathy, and employee inclusion can win trust and even lead to a wedding gift.
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Bay
Mabet
Joan
Anna
América
Woodlan
Bill Rooney a Bluff Police Figure On His Beat
William Rooney, a three year veteran on Pike street, is described as a one man force of law. He patrols his beat with brisk efficiency arresting burglars and keeping order with practical justice. His reputation rests on action not words and neighbors know No 163 on his helmet stands for Bill Rooney.
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William Rooney
Huty
William
Bill
Pike Street
Offi Loor
Hill
Defruler
Mill
Tilt
Police Department
Tmi
Police
Bill Rooney
Mill Eddie Hoyden
Diana's Diary VI. Kidnapping Benched by Household Reunion
A fragmented diary passage depicts a narrator claiming a big early effort to help unhoused people and a visit to the Dubarry mansion. The scene erupts into a chaotic reunion when the narrator confronts a long lost boy at the gate, sparking talk of a $6,000 ransom and a hoax involving a water plug and crowd control. The ending hints at miscommunication and a German clock gift.
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Dubarry
Dubarry Park
Chesterton
Fragmented miscellany and satire notices from 1914 paper
A garbled collage of quotes and jokes from various publications including London Tatler and Chicago Tribune, plus light items on domestic life and political quips. Mentions about Federal Wall Paper Store offering wallpaper deals and room-wide paper packages.
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Federal Wall Paper
Federal
Taft Attends Ball Game Beset by Invisible Light
A humorous note about a fierce white light shining on President Taft during a ball game. The scene shows Taft puzzled as reporters broadcast news that Washington’s league status was unclear. The piece mocks the discomfort of a president at a game and the public’s amusement.
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Taftalia
Taft
Sherman
Washington
St. N. B
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