Dress and beauty tips for photo portraits from a bygone era
A photographer explains why actors and actresses look best in portraits. The piece discusses how they prepare, selecting veils, fabrics, and colors to suit the camera. It also contemplates aesthetics, hair, necklines, and the impact of dress on photographic harmony. The article then shifts to a philosophical reflection on creation, evolution, and the nature of the human soul.
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York Sun
Ars
Bismarck
Metternich II
Vaik
Satia
Compulsory Education Speech by Emory A. Storrs
Emory A. Storrs argues for compulsory education as a state duty to prevent crime. He asserts the government should tax for schooling to deter vice, claiming a trained populace under education reduces crime and protects citizens’ rights. The speech contends education benefits society beyond punishment.
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Emory A. Storrs
Life on Other Planets Sermon Speculates Vast Inhabitants
A preacher argues that other planets may host intelligent beings with rich lives and civilizations. He imagines beings who work, build, sail, love, worship, and suffer, all ending their lives in about thirty three years, prompting reflection on humanity’s brief stay and the possibility of multitudes elsewhere.
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f.Swing
The Czar and the Doves in a Russian Hawk Tragedy
A London Telegraph report recounts an 19th century rumor about Alexander II’s improbably pious response to two royal pigeons slain on the Winter Palace ledge. A hawk hunted the pigeons daily and was baited to trap, ending with the hawk's death in a bold inner courtyard fall. The emperor called the event an omen.
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Alexander Ththarhi
St. Petersburg
Ultiino
Bate Czar
Balcoy
Piazza di San Mares
Venic
Large Scale Henhouse Described at Brooks Estate
New England Farmer details the East Milton Massachusetts hennery of John W Brooks. Four coop ranges each 170 feet long with 8 by 12 feet coops and 80 units total housing over 1 200 hens. Windmill water supply and clean facilities support Leghorn Leghorn breeds noted as best layers.
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New England
John W. Brooks
East Milton
Mass
Cross of Brahma and Lechorn cock improves poultry stock
The crossbred fowls mature early and are highly productive. Feeding uses a two‑part regimen with warm soft food in the morning and whole grain in the afternoon, plus fresh water, oyster shell, and vegetables. An incubator called the perfect hatcher, powered by lamps and clockwork, hatches 70 to 80 percent of 750 eggs. Chicks hatch in trays, are kept warm, then raised under artificial mothers.
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Bui
Position in Sleep Insists Sleep Alignment Affects Health
A 4 writer to the Christian at Work argues that sleep position greatly impacts health. He claims horizontal alignment aids blood flow and reduces pain, while poor or elevated positions may cause fatigue, dizziness, and daytime weakness.
Burglar Whipping Fumble Ends Harrowing Virginia Home Raid
A chaotic scene near Heading Virginia describes a burglar raid on the Smith residence. A stranger knocked and fled as a confrontation escalated with Mrs Smith and a visiting policeman. The burglars bound a man, ransacked the home, and disappeared. The officer was injured as Mrs Smith attacked him before the trio vanished.
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Smith
Joseph Smith
Heading
Storar
Sipith
Sasith
Hawk and Rattlesnake Duel Near Rock
In Arizona a hawk chased a rattlesnake on a sun warmed rock. The struggle ended with the hawk grabbing the snake by the neck and lifting off. The pair soared briefly before the hawk dropped to a tree and fed on the subdued reptile.
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Arizona Globe-Chronicle
Duluth Girl Faces Family Strain Over Boyfriend
A Duluth girl tells her mother that Harry seems ready to leave her family. The old lady lowers her spectacles and smiles, asking why the daughter thinks the engagement is ending. The teen recalls Harry asking if she’s tired of living with such a large, eccentric household.
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Duluth
Harry
Albany billoting sparks: Conkling re election unlikely
Washington reports from Albany show administration allies optimistic. dispatches hint Conkling may be withdrawn after today or a deadlock ensues. No direct presidential instruction expected on senator selections as the Legislature in session elects and health concerns affect Secretary Baines.
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Washington
Albany
Conkling
Anether
Wilam Chandler
United States
New Hallminsuire
Semavor Rolfins
Baines Health
Pte
ottee-sesRers
Albany Struggle Over Conkling and Platt Caucus
Albany reports show Conkling Arthur and Platt amid stalwart hesitation and factional maneuvering as leaders press for a caucus to shape Senate loyalties. The administration fears splits with half-breeds and debates joint session votes, while Democratic figures weigh strategies for the looming vote.
Albany Echoes Over Governor Cornells Possible Senate Bid
A Albany dispatch reports Governor Cornell denies writing or declining a Senate candidacy while the joint convention votes on vacancies. Half breeds and factional rivals debate his stance as Depew, Folger, and others wait to see if Cornell will enter the race. The legislature adjourned at 1 15 PM with no formal letter from Cornell.
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Albany
Corneil
AfeCarthy Las
Pepator Robertson
Cov
Cornell
Becoe
Robertson
Hill
Moon
Joint Assembly
National Associated Press
Depew
Gornell
Tie
Political factions realign around Cornell in contentious race
Report notes denouncement of a candidate by stalwarts while halfbreeds rally behind Cornell. Halfbreeds claim all Republican votes not for Conkling and Pratt. Crowley’s congressman status shows little activity, with uncertain future prospects reflected in the dim outlook for the party.
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Ling
Cornell
Conkling
Pratt
Canegressman Crowley
Derby Stakes Upset In Great British Race
The 102nd Derby Stakes at Epsom produced an upset today under fine weather though a hard course due to drought. American entries Keene and Girardy’s 2 year olds drew notable attention, with Lorillard stock finishing strong in other races, highlighting the race’s international competition.
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Liondon
Hoe
Keene
Girardys
Derby
Peterrine
Rowley Mile
Epsom
Tattenham Corner
Derriw Poli
Newmarket
Epsone
Disturbance at Mitchells Town Evictions in Cork
An angry crowd at Mitchells town during evictions in Cork yesterday stoned the estate agent. Police and soldiers charged the crowd multiple times injuring people and several soldiers. A tolling of bells drew people from afar. Local clergy helped avert disaster. Magistrate Mr Easton was struck by a stone.
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Newr
Lorillard Gift Note Mentioned in New York June
In New York during June a notice references Pierre Lorillard related to a monetary sum and a possible bequest or transaction involving S2 GUO 000 or a similar amount, with details unclear in the fragment.
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New York
Pierre Lorillard
Wheat’s Arrival Across the Americas Through Early Seeds
The article traces wheat’s journey from Africa to the Americas before Columbus. It notes early introduction to Mexico around 2550, via a Corte slave who found grains and planted them, and subsequent spread to Peru and Quito through individuals and monastic seed jars. It also mentions wheat entering the United States with English and Dutch settlers.
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Coriambus
Amedica
Mexico
Corte
Peru
Marie D'Eacabur
Don Diego de Chaves
Lima
Quito
Secuador
Francis
Jodasi Bixi
Wanted girls who can shape up for social duties and duties befit a household
The notice seeks girls who can dance attend church Bible class and draw crowds to church social events. It also requests capable waitresses to serve boarders and hopes such girls will support local livery business and home sales. It then cites Swiss alcohol consumption with figures for Berne and Geneva and per capita spend on intoxicants.
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Durange
Ghureh
Berne
Geneva
Rome awards major public buildings contracts since 1970
Twenty large public buildings in Rome have been contracted for government use since 1970, with an outlay of 25 million dollars.
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Rome
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