Campaign to end the import of birds feathers in America
The piece urges a ban on importation of birds' feathers, arguing that only legal and consumer actions, led by women, can end the slaughter of egret colonies in South Europe. It describes a protected egret nursery and warns of brutal plume-hunting if lax controls continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
New York
America
Europe
Les
Mate
Plumassiers
Royal Society For the Protection of Birds
Light-Giving Phenomena In Plants And Animals Noted
The New York American notes rare luminous displays in nature such as nasturtiums sunflowers dahlias tuberoses and yellow lilies glowing after dark. Australian jellyfish and crabs also emit light, with Salpa and glowing frogs cited. researchers struggle to explain luminosity amid decayed leaves and unseen growths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York American
Australia
Bibra
California
Santa Catalina Channel
Accomplishment Aspires for a Child’s Lifelong Help
A rare sentiment reflects determination that a child shall have one clear achievement to guide and support him through life, underscoring parental resolve to provide lasting purpose.
When Sonny Comes Home by An Atchison Family
An Atchison Globe tale describes a family awaiting a son returning from college for the holidays. The house is redecorated, menus prepared for breakfasts and dinners, and the reunion includes a festive dinner with his favorites. He enjoys Eastern dining and family memories, as the home atmosphere contrasts with his city experiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison
Understanding Cyclones Weathering the Eye of a Storm
A detailed lay explanation of cyclones describes the eye as a hollow center where air pressure creates outward bursts in houses and debris. It notes the eye’s lifting power, dry wells along the track, and the narrow lateral spread of the cyclone while surrounding areas may remain calm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wales
Women in the Trades Show England and Wales Census Finds
The census report on occupations reveals 56 women plumbers and 77 widows among them. It notes women in several roles such as paperhangers, whitewashers, bricklayers, coal heavers, car workers, blacksmiths, shipwrights, tramway car makers, carpenters and joiners, and masons, highlighting gender gaps and surprising strides across industries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England and Wales
England
Wales
Electrifying Terminals in Chicago Sparks City Action
An investigating committee funded by railroads drafts a report urging electrification of all Chicago passenger lines, including suburban routes. The city council is urged to pass an ordinance and the executive branch to enforce it, marking the start of clearing smoke and soot from Chicago's atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Seat Little Good To Him At The Station Platform
A haughty young man at a western city rail station pretends to issue orders to leave a crowded car. He sits in an empty seat after falsely declaring a car would be left. The station agent and brake man reveal the prank and laugh at his exposed pretensions. The tale appears in Lippincott's Magazine.
Disorder at the sales reveals servant’s departure
A distressed exchange at a sale shows a neighbor reporting the servant left after disliking how the work was done. The woman questions the reason, while the neighbor confirms the departure occurred again.
Unclear text fragment mentions book and title page sales
Fragment discusses a great book How to Become Beautiful and notes a fatal mistake publishing her own picture on the title page. Exact details, names, dates, or organizations are missing.
The high cost of living noted in city discussion
Residents heard about the rising costs affecting households as council debated measures to ease burdens. Officials cited housing, utilities, and groceries as key drivers while data showed inflation trends and wage gaps impacting local families.
Every a mother knows a son should marry a princess
A brief proverb-like line presents a mother’s belief that her son should wed a princess, signaling themes of marriage alliance and social expectation in a historical or literary context.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ahenep
Alittie
Sonny
Ite
Remedy
Fort
Wayne
Ind
Lloy
Mere
Dmore Land Co
Mavinutte
Wis
Beers
Sen
Mueton
Mase
Jason
Sin
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!