Speed and luxury drive the history of travel toys
The article traces how the impulse for speed shaped transportation from chariots to bicycles to automobiles. It highlights early experiments, steam carriages, the advent of the safety bicycle, and the rise of rich patrons like Vanderbilt and Astor pushing limits in pursuit of faster machines and new pleasures.
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Alont
Ostradd
Paris
Lencon
Bait Pf
Frenneann
Trevithick
Oliver Evans
W. KK. Vanderbilt, Jr
John Jacob <Astor
Albert C. Bostwick
America
Europe
New York
World’s anarchists a global problem say expert
English expert John Sweeney argues anarchism is a matter for international action. He says alien, often criminal, anarchists flood England, influence youths, and demand stronger penalties and broader asylum refusals. He notes past international congresses and calls for decisive action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sweeney
Scotland Yard
Traditions and Treatments in Samoa Describe Sickness and Devils
A historical note on Samoan beliefs and medical practices. Natives attributing illness to inside devils seek cures through “hom lain” decorations and external applications. Sailors and traders discuss Western medicine and local customs as health outcomes hinge on the success of these remedies.
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Samoa
Spear
Navy
Setum
Tian
U S Officials Say Anarchist Immigration Rules Weaker Than England
The article discusses US and English views on anarchist regulation. It notes Congress passed a law after President McKinley’s assassination to bar anarchists, but only one admission denial occurred, that of John Turner. Officials argue the law remains weak against false denials and free speech fuels spread of incendiary literature.
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England
Voltairine de Cleyre
London
Emma Cratepean
Ernel
Heer
Amd
Ltoh
Tiialian
France
Actes de Justice
Sweeney
United States
Congress
Messinley
Thureau
John Turner
United States Supreme Court
Peat as Locomotive Fuel Gains Traction in the Northeast
Tests by the Boston and Maine railroad show peat as a viable locomotive fuel with abundant reserves in Maine bogs. Androscoggin County is cited as a potential long term supplier, with a depot at Lesvinston, Miss providing a single deposit claimed to fuel all railroads entering Dustun for 250 years.
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New England
Maine
Androscoggin County
Boston and
Conway
Wis
Lesvinston
Miss
Sed
Pensions Service Claims and Widow Benefits Offered
PENSIONS. Over one Philliam Dollers allowed our clients during the last six years. Over one Thousand Claims allowed through us during the last six months. Best ability and time crese pensions obtained quickly. Widows claims a specialty. Usually granted within 90 days if placed immediately on soldier's death. Fires fixed by law and payable out of allowed pension. 25 years experience and free calls at Pension Bureau. Local Magisterates benefited by sending its claims.
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Philliam Dollers
Pension Bureau
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