Fhe Bantam's Wedding
A moral tale in a barnyard scene follows Mr Bantam and the littlest hen as they wed and start a life together. Ducks carry the couple across a pond for their wedding trip but an accident near the water threatens the groom until a rescuing duck helps. The couple decides to walk home rather than risk another crossing.
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Bantam
Swire
Mir. Bantam
Plymouth Rock Rooster
Mrs. Bantam
Jet
Mr. Bantam
Vaccinated Illinois Cavalry Demonstrates Health Benefits
A Brownsville based First Illinois cavalry regiment reports remarkably low illness and death rates due to comprehensive smallpox and typhoid vaccination. Clean camps, scrubbed tents and kitchens, strict incineration, and regular venereal checks accompanied by oiling ponds and strict hygiene practices.
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Brownsville
Tex
Springfield
Uwir
Makiiu
Carmp
Chicago
Lor
United States Army
Monkeys cause chaotic bar raid at Broadway cafe
A New York Telegraph report recounts two dozen patrons fleeing a Broadway cafe after tiny monkeys emerged from a vendor’s coat, caused chaos by toppling glasses and smashing wares. By reel, patrons vow never again as they regroup at the corner.
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New York Telegraph
Eafe
Broadway
Bacchus
Apeak
George McFadden
BE. TE. Connaudhty
Tusband
Filia
Red Tanner
Kansas
Big Fellows
Suburban Home Boom in New York as War Brings Wealth
New Yorkers rush to buy homes in the suburbs, driven by profits from wartime contracts and fear of infantile paralysis. Developers say the current surge is the greatest and strangest they have seen, with estimates of mortgage funds from $50 million to near $100 million and thousands of homes sold or set.
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New York Sun
New York
Electrical Statistics Show Surprising Industry Figures
The Electrical World reports one percent of all manufacturing industry workers in the United States are in electrical trades, with over two percent of employed people in the nation. About 1.4 million workers equal the feud in Colorado or Florida. Investments total property values in Greater New York and account for a large share of national wealth. The gross income around 2,000,041,000 rivals federal annual expenditures and matches the value of all lumber and timber production.
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Electrical Aworld
Axeremite
United States
Colorado
Florida
New York
United Tes
Hhis
Thirteen Boys Born to Brooklyn Couple in Washington Poem
Mrs Joseph Piotrazille of Brooklyn has given birth to her thirteenth son while hoping for daughters in time. The family plans for a future in the military, as Mr Piotrazille envisions a large contingent of sons in khaki when of age. The uncle is linked to a songwriter who wrote a patriotic tune.
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New York
Joseph Piotrazille
Brooklyn
Furnex
Piotrazille
al Pinnta- Josi
Thatruzille
Wilele Patoon
de Fienna
Stahrenberg Lake
Hapshures
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Bidtezzi
Marie Vetsora
Prince Handolf
Meyerling
Heroness
Clausel
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Johnen Salvator
Rudolf
Jtahn Grth
Sarajevo
Ordering Meals Electrical From Popular Science
A 1940s feature describes an electronic lunchroom order system where customers press a key to send a request to the kitchen and specify food. The article also profiles Dr. Philip Johnson of Erie Pennsylvania a physician with strong ties to autos and local clubs.
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Popular Science Monthly
Death of Emperor Francis Joseph Ended a Storied Reign
Vienna reports the end of Francis Joseph I after a long rule marked by war crises and personal tragedies. The aged monarch faced the loss of family and constant political pressure while guiding Austria Hungary through upheaval and reform. His death closes a era of imperial authority and dynastic endurance.
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Vienna
Francis Josopi
Europe
Hungary
Russia
Nis
Budetskye
Vittafranca
Lombardy
Italy
Hebstein
Prussia
Venetia
Austria
Germany
Bela
Nikolsburg
Prague
Bosnia
Perlin Congresa i Tse
Antria-hungary
Reien
Archduke Maximilian
Mexico
United States
England
Frau Sehratt
Ini Lschl
Audicion
Katharina Schratt
AL Swanbrimh
Francis Joseph
Schoenbrunn
Thebes
Elreheth
Eolfering
Ludolph
Francis Joseph 1930 Birth and Death in Royal Figure
The text honors Francis Joseph born August 1, 1830, in the Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna, eldest son of Archduke Francis Charles. It notes his accession after Ferdinand I abdicated, his marriage to Princess Elisabeth (Eugenie), and lists children and dynastic ties while reflecting on his long reign and the crown’s burdens.
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France
Joseph
Empire
Kis Jong Vie
Francis Joseph
Schombrunn
Vienna
Archduke Francis Charles
Francis I
Austria
Sophie
Mararia
Ferdinand I
Imariage Wok
Eugenie
Tan Joseph
Oesin
Bavaria
Poeor
Achduchess Sophie
Mullet
Fecla
Leo On
Luitpold of
Pustelph
Ami
Francis Sabvaer
The Greatest Task for American Women Today
In a World Outlook piece at the Woman's City Club lounge Ethel St. Perger quotes Mrs. Herriot Stanton Blitch on the era’s top task for women. She says women must furnish bright ideals, lead in education and self government, and contribute to national unity as society mobilizes for democracy and war.
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Ethel St. Perger
Mrs. Herriot Stanton
Europe
Rill
Tain Sim
Mueskets
Amateur of
Ier
Is Esting a Last Art From the New York World
A fragmentary sketch criticizes modern dining and social mores in New York, recalling past refinement. The piece laments changes in appetite and manners, contrasting current trends with simpler times and noting readers’ mixed reactions to new dining fashions.
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No York World
New York
Rae
Cain
Two Men Win Citizenship Papers in Oregon Court
Two elderly men, Henry Leffler and Joseph Misner, were granted citizenship papers in Albany Oregon state circuit court. Leffler, four score years old, had voted on his first papers for 41 years, and Misner, 83, believed Civil War service entitled him to citizenship. Leffler’s voting rights were later affected by a constitutional amendment.
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Egbert
Ava
State Circuit Court
Albany
Ore
Henry Leffler
Joseph Misner
Tleffler
Oregon
Mizner
Anuric claims relief for rheumatism from uric acid
Physicians agree uric acid causes rheumatism and targets joints muscles and nerves. Dr. Pierce at Buffalo's Invalids Hotel and Surgical Institute developed Anuric to drive out uric acid and ease pain and swelling. Available at drug stores or by trial request from Dr. Pierce.
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Invallds* Hotel and Surgical Institute
Buffalo
8. C
Pierce
Pierce We
Young Belian Couple Singers in Wartime Canada
A fragment from the Youngstown Telegram notes Vahnoni and Leynon, a young Belian couple in Canada, performing without a program audience remarks on their English and wartime travel prior to their move. Reynon served in Luewenches for 35 months before departure.
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Leynon
Podrene
Reynon
Luewenches
America
Teynon
Pombaire, Wet” “Yes, But of Course Leciut Midlers
Youngstown
New Method Keeps Food Fresh With Inert Gas Packaging
A French patent describes pre serving fowl milk powder and other goods by placing them in a seated vessel or packing case filled with inert gas. The system uses metal boxes with top seals, a powder chamber, and a pipe to extract air before resealing. This inert atmosphere preserves contents before air reenters.
Fragmented Soap Ad and Bernhardt Cine Note
An old fragment references a Cuticura soap advertisement offering free samples by mail from Boston. It also recounts a muddled note about Madame Bernhardt in a Canadian story, noting audience reactions to her role and casting, with unclear surrounding context.
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Depi L
Boston
aAdv
Castoria Ad Prompts Careful Bottle Checks
An old remedy Castoria for infants and children is urged to bear its famous signature. The fragment references a confusion about an election result and a witty remark about a man named Jag and his sorrow.
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Fletcher
Jag
Pie Bo Sung
Jagsby
On a Strike and Sunday Work Question
Fragmented dialogue shows a father skimming papers while a child resists Sunday labor. The piece mixes a humor angle with a mock advertisement for Dr Pierce's pellets and a quip about seriousness versus silliness.
Pierce's Favorite Prescription Ad Promises Safe Use
An old newspaper ad touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as suitable for expectant mothers and babies. It claims reliability, no alcohol or narcotics, and widespread availability through druggists with a 10 cent trial package. It cites a nurse and testimonials from readers in a local city notice.
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Ture
Ana
Coolidae
Eighth St. Place
Buffalo
Beer Price Confusion at London Pub
An Irishman in a London pub pays with coppers and jokes about beer prices. He drinks quickly and tosses half the price on the counter. The barmaid remarks the price has just gone up and then down in a witty exchange.
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London
Good for Hungry Children Skinners Macaroni Ad Claims
An old advertisement touts Skinners Macaroni and Spaghetti as tasty and nutritious for children. It emphasizes bone and muscle building, affordability, and notes it is made from durum wheat. promotes Lee’s infant cook book and a Norse-like address in Ouibra, Neb.
Electoral College Seen As Losing Original Purpose
Fragmentary notes argue the electoral college has lost its importance and cannot prevent a defeated candidate from avoiding payment of an election bet, suggesting a growing view of its ineffectiveness.
Easily Changed Portubie Garage Satisfies Suburban Dweller
A Birmingham Age-Herald excerpt records a suburban resident praising a portobbie garage for his wife’s sake and noting that it was moved half a dozen times to please street appearance. The antiquated phrasing reflects period dialogue on home improvements and curb appeal.
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Birmingham Age-herald
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