Landmarks of New York make way for commerce
The old Hall of Records near Greenwich Street is demolished amid interest from descendants of early citizens. The piece recalls New York City landmarks from the Stadt Huys 1642 to Broad Street City Hall 1700, the Bastion remnants, and the Kennedy mansion later used as a hotel. It notes Washington’s headquarters, British use during the Revolution, and Talleyrand’s visit, ending with the Kennedy mansion as a notable landmark prior to demolition.
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Hall of Records
New York
Greenwich Street
Kennedy
Earl of Cassilla
Ingland
Nathaniel Prime
Gen. Washington
Common Council
John Radman
Stadt Hays
Earl of Bellomont
Guy Carleton
Dobbs Ferry
Washington
Sears
King Sears
Talleyrand
Congress
Federal Building
Senate Chamber
Sub-Treasury
Stock Exchange
Field
Cyrus W. Field
Broadway
Battery Place
North River
Farmer Traps Bank By Securing Hidden Interest
An outsider farmer manipulates a Pittsburg trust cashier by signaling a large deposit. He offers 3 percent interest, then writes a half million check on the bank’s own funds, exposing the bank’s overlooked earnings and securing a big deposit for the trust company.
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Lars
Tam
Venerable University President Warrent of Boston University
A historic notice notes President W. F. Warrent of Boston University with an extraordinary lifespan of 1370 years attributed as a venerable figure in the university’s long tradition.
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W. F. Warrent
The
Boston University
Impressive ceremonies at world’s fair dedication
The dedication of Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St Louis featured President Roosevelt and ex President Cleveland, other dignitaries, and a large crowd. The event opened three dedicatory days with lengthy applause and prominent military display.
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St. Louis
Roosevelt
Cleveland
Francis
The
Exposition Company
Carter
World’s Fair Commission
Cabinet
Supreme Court
Liberal Arts
Sttate Department
Washington
Dedication Ceremonies Mark Centennial of Louisiana Purchase
The event featured President Francis presiding with a joint congressional delegation, foreign commissioners, and Gen. Miles among dignitaries. Cardinal Gibbons gave the invocation as Thomas H. Carter led the day, a 2000-voice choir sang, and David R. Francis praised the Louisiana Purchase. Roosevelt's praise of expansion without loss of liberty closed the speeches before Bishop Potter gave the benediction. A salute of 100 aerial guns celebrated the treaty centennial.
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Roosevelt
Potter
New York City
Louisiana Purchase
France
United States
Juvenile smoking laws around the world noted
The London Chronicle reports on proposed and existing laws restricting tobacco for youths. It cites France’s 16 age proposal from twenty years ago, Norway forbidding sales to under 16 with limited exceptions, and similar penalties across American states Canada and Australia. UK mentions Isle of Man discussions.
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France
Norway
Canada
Victoria
Australia
House of Keys
Isle of Man
London Chronicle
Falk Refuses Testimonial From City Citizens
Circuit Attorney Falk of St. Louis declines a testimonial from citizens who wished to honor his work. The offering was a $15,000 residence, but Falk said he could not accept other remuneration than his salary for performing his duty.
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Falk
St. Louis
Legislators' chaplains receive double pay
The Pennsylvania legislature will pay chaplains $6 a day instead of $3. Dr. Swallow, a prohibitionist, questions the fairness of praying for pay and predicts more applications and louder battles as the next session nears.
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Pennsylvania
Swallow
Architect Says Modern Plaster Lets Buyers See Homes
New York architect LB Vincent argues for using full plaster models to preview houses before building. He says plans on paper often mislead owners, and plastered exteriors can be remade to match wishes at low cost, with interiors adjustable as well.
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LB. Vincent
New York
Washington Star
New Willard
Hotel Keeper Sends Gratitude Card to Guests
In Wayden Kentucky a hotel keeper prints a note thanking guests who stayed during the Circuit Court. He praises their kindness and good behavior and notes fewer board bills and no drunken shooting around his place this time. He invites sober-minded people to stay and be treated well.
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Boniface
Wayden
Leghorns as Egg Breeders and Show Birds Asserted
Geo Barnes of Calhoun County Michigan extols Leghorns as the best all round fowl for eggs and show, noting heavy winter laying requires meat fed at 4 to 6 cents per pound and green bones at 2 cents, with his birds winning in New York Chicago Detroit and Cleveland shows.
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New York
Chicago
Detroit
Cleveland
Barnes
Calhoun County
Michigan
How About Your Well The water safety warning
A Michigan State Board of Health document urges strict care to keep drinking water pure and to source future supplies from clean origins. It cites Plymouth Pennsylvania typhoid outbreaks, notes risks from cess pits and privies, and warns that well proximity to vaults or cemeteries can contaminate wells and spread typhoid, including through distant springs.
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Michigan State Board of Health
Plymouth
Lausanne
Switzerland
The Leghorn Cock Description in Show Form
This passage details the ideal Leghorn cock shape with emphasis on a graceful, plump body, broad shoulders, and a tapering tail. It calls for a balanced tail, firm feathering, a full curved breast, an arched neck, medium back length, and a saddle that rises to a sharp concave tail sweep.
Feeding Little Chickens for Early Growth
Advice from Bulletin N, C, Department of Agriculture on when to feed newborn chicks and what foods to use. Start with easily digested foods like stale bread moistened with milk, avoid fresh bread, then introduce ground grain. Offer sour or sweet milk, frequent early feedings, then increase quantity as chicks grow. Provide green food early and use pens with forage crops if yard access is limited.
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Department of Agriculture
Feeding Grain to Milk Cows on Pasture
Hugh Greig of Knox County Illinois argues grain feeding pays best when cows graze. He notes no local dairy, yet maintains a grain ration sustains milk yield, especially late summer as grass shortens, keeping cows in good condition for market.
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Hugh Greig
Knox County
Hiinols
Pea comb described as a triple comb pattern
The article explains a pea comb as a triple comb shape resembling three small combs in one with the central portion highest, noting its distinctive structure.
Agriculture in Honduras Surges Toward Citrus and Cocoa Exports
United States consuls report rapid agricultural growth in Honduras focused on crops for export. Rice, corn, beans, wheat, and especially tropical fruits dominate. Banana and plantain acreage expanded with millions of bunches and fruit values rising. cocoa exports reach about $120,000. Coffee, tobacco, indigo, and improving irrigation are noted for future potential.
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United States
Honduras
Bluegrass Pasture Praises For Cattle Rearing
A farmer from Carroll County Illinois extols bluegrass pastures as ideal for dairy cows. He notes a 35 acre tract that has never been plowed and remains productive after decades. He advises a low level, well drained field where cows graze gradually after a good spring start, keeping stock in yard until mid May or early June.
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Carroll
Ilinois
W. R. Hostetter
Spraying a Science Prof F M Webster Comments
Prof F M Webster says spraying is a science and a growing profession. He predicts it will become a distinct department of horticulture, with students trained in spraying along with entomology botany and chemistry.
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F. M. Webster
One Way to Cook Eggs Without Fire
A folkloric instruction from India describes cooking an egg without flame by placing it in a sling and whirling it for about six minutes until the motion heat cooks the egg. The item frames a clever domestic tip for fuel-scarce conditions with a practical demonstration of kinetic heating.
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India
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