Old Time London Fog in Evelyn Diary Entry
Nov 25 1099 diary note describes a thick London fog causing disorientation and thefts between lights along London to Kensington. The author recalls danger while it lasted from about 4 pm until it dissipated without wind. Drus were used on the Thames to direct watermen.
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Practical Health Hint Bright's Disease Diet Advice
A prominent physician asserts diet is the key in Bright's disease care. He notes all forms are influenced by eating habits and life choices, with prognosis varying by disease severity. A simple, moderate diet is advised, avoiding heavy meals to reduce symptoms.
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Nervousness Cure Ad Promotes Scott’s Emulsion
An old health ad explains the nervous system as the body’s alarm and links nervousness to headaches fatigue irritability and poor sleep. It promotes Scott’s Emulsion as a nutritious tonic that feeds nerves with rich blood and brightens the system without alcohol.
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French Attack Nets Big Gains At Laon Scene
French forces launch surprise advance and break German trenches near Laon. Allied troops seize and hold positions despite counterattacks, turning the scene of fighting into a decisive breakthrough.
United States Flyers Enter London in Civvies
A small United States Flying Corps contingent reached London wearing civilian clothes with blue armbands bearing United States Flying Corps in white letters. The arrival signals a civilian look for early air forces as tension in Europe grows.
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French hold decisive win north of Hurtebise on Aisne
London reports Petain’s forces renewed dashing operations on the Aisne and seized the first strong German position northwest of Hurtebise in a surprise assault. German losses exceed 300 taken prisoner as counterattacks drive back French gains near Caronne and Cerny, with Laon still a critical German target.
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Condemnation Plea for 12000 Bags of Aron Coffee
The crown in prize court seeks condemnation of 12 000 bags of coffee shipped by Aron and Co of New York seized on thirteen steamers. Sir Frederick Smith, attorney general, says prewar trade with Scandinavia or Russia was minimal but surged after the war began. The crown argues the goods were intended for Germany.
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Decree Signed as Martial Law Returns in Spain
Madrid reports the government suspends constitutional guarantees after Premier Dato secures the king's signature. In Atlantic waters ships heading to war zones are fitted with anti mine devices that deploy nets and lift mined contact away from the vessel for safe surfacing.
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Dato
Atlantic
Evidence Given in Court on Coal Price Fixing Trial
Government introduced testimony in federal court detailing price lists sent to operators the day after a January conference of coal presidents and operators. The case targets fifty-one individuals and 102 companies accused of fixing the price of semi bituminous coal.
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Gems imports at New York reach forty-one million in eleven months
Import data show New York port gem imports valued at $41,078,302 for eleven months of the fiscal year. High costs of living and economy appeals do not appear to curb shipments. The total reflects continued strong demand for precious stones despite wartime pressures.
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Constable Captures Four Transients After Plant Shootout
Hopkins constable Thomas Sullivan captured four transients after a gun fight near the Minneapolis Threshing Machinery plant. Three suspects were wounded in the exchange, and one is not expected to live.
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Thomas Sullivan
Hopkins
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Submarine warfare and war costs downplay losses
Berlin reports under the caption Submarine Warfare and War Costs that allied and central powers minimize sea loss impact. The North German Gazette says US entry shifted credit and public discussion should focus on submarine war costs, noting German losses are tiny compared with Entente losses, consisting mainly of U-boats and munitions.
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Berlin
United States
Jengland
Sec Baker opens hearing on Fort Snelling camp issue
Washington hearing with Twin City delegation seeks Fort Snelling cantonment if Des Moines is rejected. Major General Barry in Des Moines to investigate transport and sanitary facilities. If Barry rules against Des Moines, Baker will reopen the subject. Alcohol is not a material factor as army bill grants war secretary authority and Congress may enact bone dry legislation.
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Newton D Baker
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Secretary of War
Doubles On Way To Table From Canned Vegetables Prices
Washington Special Current retail prices on canned vegetables are nearly twice wholesale costs this season, per a Federal Trade Commission investigation into food prices. Wholesalers pay about 14 cents a can for corn and 14 cents for tomatoes and peas f. o. b. factory. Retail averages run 17 cents for corn, 18 cents for pears, and 20 cents for tomatoes.
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Federal Trade Commission
Dispersing Ghost Illusions With Simple Tests
A writer proposes a medical approach to hauntings by distinguishing objective apparitions from subjective visions. He suggests gently depressing one eyeball to induce a squint and notes that a real ghost would show two outlines, while a dreamlike vision would not. He urges nervous readers to seek medical help rather than fear supernatural hauntings.
Butter Waste Would Drain 812 Thousand Pounds Daily
A St. Louis Post-Dispatch note cites USDA figures showing that wasting a quarter ounce of butter per household daily across 20 million homes would cut 812,300 pounds daily and 114 million pounds yearly. It would require 283 million gallons of milk to produce.
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Washington
State Agriculture College
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Sailor Marr Sacrifices Self to Save the Rip in Squall
In Melbourne a tablet honors James Marr a former sailor. During a July 15 1876 squall the Rip buckled as a wave toppled the mainmast. Marr clung to a spar as crew debated cutting away. He urged mates to cut away and then leapt into the cold sea sealing the boat’s salvation.
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James Marr
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Tie
Pest and Buda Describe Dual Lands by the Danube Rivers
The Danube divides Pest on the flat left bank from Buda on the right hills. Pest is modern and regular with a grand riverfront, while Buda is ancient, winding among hills and rising toward the Blocksberg nearly 400 feet above the river, backed by terrace-like mountains.
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Buda
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Soot Composition Varies With Coal Type and Combustion
Soot consists chiefly of carbon tar and mineral matter with smaller portions of sulphur and nitrogenous compounds and often has an acid reaction. The proportions of constituents vary with coal type combustion completeness and distance from the fire where soot was deposited.
Footprints and Prints Exchange Echoes in Newsroom
A witty exchange contrasts earnest ambition with forensic flair as a self aware speaker vows to leave marks on history while a criminologist notes the rising reliability of fingerprint evidence. The quip highlights shifting methods in detection.
Tailor Quips About Bills Beside New Suit
A tailor responds to a customer with a sharp remark about the bill being the real obstacle to purchasing a new suit. The exchange highlights streetwise humor over fashion purchase.
Where Lost Gold Goes
A London Opinion summary notes that within five centuries about a thousand million pounds in gold has vanished. Roughly one third lies on the sea floor with shipwreck treasure from England to India valued at tens of millions. Other losses come from warships sinking with millions, and gold wears away in circulation and jewelry, returning to earth.
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India
de Brook
Hussar
London
The Artist's Touch in the Kitchen
A playful kitchen exchange centers on noise during dish handling. The Mistress asks how such a loud scene is managed while the Cook jokes about breaking four plates quietly. The dialogue showcases witty rapport and domestic humor.
Neighborly Wires Spark Party Talk in Puck Cartoon
In dialogue between Mrs. Grammercy and Mrs. Park they reveal party alignment as they discuss informing a neighbor. Mrs. Park notes they are on the same party wire, implying shared political connections. The scene captures social gossip with a political undercurrent.
Pertinent Question Convict in Five Wives Case
A brief exchange features a convict imprisoned for having five wives and a visitor asking if he enjoys liberty. The source text preserves a clipped, dialogue-centric tone with terse lines and archaic spellings. The fragment hints at personal liberty themes within a legal or penal context.
A Doubtful Affection in Richmond Times-Dispatch
A family friend asks if the teacher likes the hopeful student. The reply is uncertain but conveys the teacher’s changed attitude toward the student’s learning. The remark ends with the student’s wish to remain in the class for life.
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Richmond Times-Dispatch
Farmers urged to store grain on farms in fall plan
Yellow Stone county farmers receive appeal from Northern Pacific railroad asking them to store a larger portion of their grain on farms this fall. Railroads say the measure is needed to protect farmers from potential losses if a car shortage prevents grain movement.
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Yellowstone County
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