Duel and capture on Vera Cruz coast endgame
In Vera Cruz, Clarence Howard and Tudel duel ends with Howard captured then freed after a mobile surgeon confirms Tudel's fatal wound. St. Marc lies wounded, Irene and Cassandra shed priestly disguises, while Calypso the Wanderer guides them downriver toward safety as tensions with General Landero loom.
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Clarence
Landero
Vera Cruz
Senor
Antonio St. Marc
Pinayeno
Donna Irene St. Marc
Jilok Tudel
Galveston
Tudel
St. Mare
Deraa
Senor Capitan
Atchif
Gulf
Driegae
Irene
Father Rondo
Martin San Benito
St. Marc
San Benito
Clarence Howard
Claence
Cassandra
Xanpa
Nanpa
Paid in His Own Coin by a Humorous Exchange
A humorous note recalls Sir Frank Lockwood defending a person accused of Guide stealing. He asks a witness how far away animals at a home were, and the reply, a sharp jab at the barrister, prompts Lockwood to protest that barristers should be protected from such outrages.
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Frank Lockwood
Sir Frank
the Times
Lockwood
Latin names in science and medicine endure
Latin provides precision and recall in naming drugs and objects. It remains the international scholarly language, aiding unscientific readers who would struggle with English terms for many substances. Latin or Greek roots describe features clearly, aiding memory and standardization.
German Count Fined For Misusing Noble Title After Name Change
A young count, Finck von Finckenstein, sought to marry a disapproved girl and agreed to change his name to Stein after petitioning the Emperor. He obtained permission but continued using his former name and was fined for the illegal use of a noble title.
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Tie
Finck’ von Finckenstein
Stein
Philippine coal and gold prospects attract investors
Reports describe rising exploration of the Philippine archipelago by American prospects, noting rich lignite fields in Mindoro Cebu and other islands. Coal samples show favorable analysis with minimal boiler-impairing clinker, while gold mining expands in Benguet Lepanto and Bontoc with expectations of large returns once concessions and machinery are in place.
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Philippine’ Islands
Benguest
Lepanto
Bontoc
Luzon
Batan
Mindoro
Masbate
Negros
Cebu
Mindanao
Bulacacao
Archipelago
Philippines
Benguet-Lepanto-Bontoc
Beggar Guilds Rule Chinese Cities with Blackmail and Prowess
The article describes powerful guilds in Nanking Pekin and Tien-Tsin led by a king who profits from tribute and protection rackets. Beggars, thieves, and lepers form districts with harsh self mutilations to gain sympathy and profit. On festival days gangs extort shopkeepers to keep shops pest free and safe outside their districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Nanking
Pekin
Tien-Tsin
Afloat and field notes on aurora, seas, and mosquitos
Sailors report aurora australis sightings during Belgica Antarctic voyage with Arctic parallels. Sir John Murray explains Black Sea currents and life limits at depth. Dr. C T Williams lists European death rates and life expectancy. Dr Howard notes mosquitoes survive winter and spread via railroads.
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Antarctic
Arctic
Equator
South Pole
John Murray
Black Sea
Mediterranean
C. T. Williams
Life Assurance Medical Officers’ Association of England
Norway
Sweden
Ireland
Denmark
England
Scotland
Belgium
Switzerland
France
German Empire
Italy
Austria
Hungary
America
Britain
Germany
L C. Howard
Department of Agriculture
Washington
Howard
Spring Tonic Dr Greene’s Nervura Promoted by Physicians
The article extols Dr Greene’s Nervura blood and nerve remedy as the best spring tonic. It claims it cleanses and enriches blood, strengthens nerves, and energizes the whole system. Testimonials from Mr Stoughton L Farnham and physician endorsements accompany notices of availability from Dr Greene at 35 West 14th Street New York City.
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Greene
Dr. Greene
W. 14Th St
New York City
Victorious Speech Echoes in Supreme Court Session
A fragmentary report notes that following a colonial test case argument, a speaker felt his wish granted as the Supreme Court adjoined. The text hints at reception by numerous members of a faction and leading figures, though wording is unclear.
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Bast
Supreme Court
Insurance Against Strikes In Austria
A Austrian company has formed to indemnify its stockholders or patrons for losses sustained from strikes amid a system of insurance against labor stoppages.
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Austria
Catarrh Cure Ad Claims Cure for All Stages
Readers urged that Ball's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease. It is said to act on the blood and mucous surfaces building up the constitution and offering $100 if it fails to cure. Send for testimonials to F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. Sold by druggists nationwide.
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Ball
Hall
Ftnde
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Pilgrim reflections on heart’s worth over temple ritual
A reflective line from Omar Khayyam urges inward devotion over outward worship. It equates the inner heart’s value to many temples, emphasizing personal spiritual journey above formal rites.
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Mecca
Omar Khayyam
Grain-O touted as safe alternative to coffee
An advertisement extols Grain-O as a healthful drinking alternative to coffee. It claims Grain-O uses pure, selected grain and offers the same pleasant taste without coffee’s negative effects. It recommends Grain-O for both children and adults and urges readers to ask grocers for Grain-O.
Mrs Austin's Famous Pie Sparks Quiet Political Moment
A fragment notes Mrs Austin's pi recipe drawing attention amid a political scene. The item hints at public interest in a local figure and a moment of quiet contrast to broader campaign noise.
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Tade
Peter
Stern
Arent
Geome
Seo
Martin San ‘Benito
San. Benito
the Lone Star
The
Lone Star
Marc
An- Marc
Xanoa
Gonzales Rondo
Calypso the Wanderer
Calyp- 80
Trene
Ee Pei Raw
Mr. Stoveutos
L. Farnnam
Austin
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