Invention Could Let Ships Bypass River Pilots
A McGill University engineer in Montreal unveils a system using an insulated cable on the channel bed and alternating current to guide ships by telephones on board. The induction keeps vessels on the cable line, removing the need for pilots in rivers and harbors.
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Dialogue in a Paris Shop Delights Local Trade Etiquette
In a Paris neighborhood shop a courteous ceremony accompanies purchases. A narrator observes the exchange as customers bow and receive polite replies. The dialogue notes writing paper, especially the pink ruled sheets, essential for correspondence.
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Monsieurs
Monsieur
Publicity urged to counter mail order competition
A community notice promotes using newspaper columns to gain publicity for local businesses as a defense against aggressive mail order sellers. The piece emphasizes equal treatment and suggests the columns will provide needed exposure.
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