Memoirs of Fatal Motor Racing Crashes and Narrow Escapes
A compendium of near disasters and life threatening moments from historic motor racing. Stories recount crashes in France and Belgium, miraculous escapes for drivers like Jeantsy and Max, and peril on mountain routes with cars leaping over precipices. The article highlights the danger and daring behind early motor sports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
F. Elce
Niporiaz
Iran
Mr. Edge
Belgium
Jenalsy
Jeantsy
Alaburg
Plass
Yangin
Maux
Lyons Rach
Savage Sardinia crime wave shocks island farmers
A Sardinian report describes masked gangs attacking farms, stealing 500 sheep, beating a proprietor, and hamstringing livestock. It notes brutal homicides and arson, with criminal convictions low due to weak policing and flawed justice administration in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sardinia
Promi
Adler Savage
Proprieta Galvin
Italy
Hitt
Ifr
Sweet Breath Taste and Throat Relief Claims
A fragmentary item describes tasting a tumbler of water mixed with sweet breath flavoring and claims it removes odor and taste from the mouth. It asserts immediate throat relief and notes the product as wholesome and refreshing, with references to chemist substitutes and patented formulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caolys Fislee
Ast
Costy’s Geewell-rd
Tondos
Eagiint
The Channel Swim and Tidal Forces Explained
A historical discussion examines why crossing the English Channel remains difficult. It details Captain Webb’s 1875 straight Dover to Calais crossing, analyzes tidal currents, spring and neap tides, and the effects of the Goodwins and Dover Straits on navigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Webb
Dover
Cule
Theras
Crimmers
Burgens
Joseline Channel
Burgess
Louisimn
Muiles
Cape Grisnes
Cornhill
Dorry Anylh
South
Thic
Fuikextone
Skorseitte
Xpce
Varne
Prom Qr Ln
Glave
Udo
Boulogne
Grisnez
Arrose
Montegus Holbein
Jim Dallef
Cape Firlsness
Bt Sacf
Fase
Isis
Holbein Siss
Pamorty
Goodwins
Cape Grisges
Cape
Dora Ho
Admiralty Pier
Bapland
Grisaax
Wresser
Dover Harbor
Pend- Amt
Holbein
Fry
Ceria
Straits of Doyir
Nori
Etratia
Bourne
North Sea
North Smale
Dover Te Galais
Withla
Iba
Ater
Cape Crises
Enor
Ewian
Renera
Chana
Trevor
Corrie
Goodwin
France
Straits of Dover
Amy
Doctored at Home Sparks Devonshire Adoption Clash
A garbled report from Devonshire County Council details a medical inspection of children and mothers amid a controversy over adoption practices. Protesters, including a person named Taren and others, object to the doctors and procedures involved, with hostile rhetoric and unclear descriptions of the protest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Devonshire England
County Council
Fragmentary Quote on Emerge of Knowledge
A terse, fragmented line hints at a pursuit of hidden truth and the impatience of discovery. The phrasing suggests a historical or literary context, with an emphasis on the struggle to unveil a secret or accuracy beyond common understanding.
Empress's Flight Amid Paris Mob During Coup Crisis
A dramatic recount of the Empress as revolutionary crowds surge through Paris. She leaves her palace with her entourage, aided by loyal servants, while gunfire and banners fill the streets. A fatal danger mounts as the guard and public demand her abdication and the revolution reshapes the throne’s fate.
Empress Escapes Packed Mob With assistance in Paris
The Empress and her companion Nigra flee a hostile crowd in Paris after a violent confrontation. A boy shouts the Empress’s name as a guard restrains the mob, and they board a cab then walk to the home of Mr. Benson before seeking shelter with Dr. Byas. Supporters rally with cries of Long live the Republic as the pair evades danger and continues toward safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Brea
Eala
Fraser
Corps Lexisiutit
Chaxbery
Weber
Elosi
Princy Mongenieh
Nigra
Lin Louvra
Apolla
Xara
Prines Motlesnich
Gamin
Iera
Jewnoas
Rero
Mr. Besson
Boulevard Haussmann
M_ Benson
Marquis du Pleaues
Realdenie
Etpreen
le Bretom
Ned Wuly
Mlymlein
de Brace
Paturite Gillent
Rampresa
Govel adaptation of thi cleaner printinie lo Hebe domparts
A small but powerful electric motor drives a wheelless device with a rotating brush and light. The article describes a gleaming cleaner with a two part assembly, notable for a vacuum-like separator and flexible attachment for caring items.
Escaped Empress and Doctor Evade Guard Toward Deauville
A fragmented narrative details an escaped Empress and Dr Evans fleeing Paris en route to Deauville aboard a guarded carriage. They evade a city gate, seek asylum at Nesiliy, and reach safety with Sir John Burgaros’ aid after 34 hours of perilous travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Deauville
Éxen
Evans
Gus
Lraps
Nesiliy
John Burgaras
Evsas
Fo Majwaty
Widniaat
John Bargoroc
Uullia Evans
Wren
Jobn
Bull and Tiger Fight in Maraillies Spectacle in Prance
An entertainment circus in Maraillies features a bull and tiger combat staged to thrill the crowd. The tiger declines to engage the bull, fights erupt, and police arrest promoters amid chaotic camera confiscations and rough handling of photographers. County council actions and agriculture notes accompany the scene as officials condemn the spectacle and plan further inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ciemacazrami
Maraillies
Bose
Tiger
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Tiany
Yorkshire
Goodall, Backhouse, & Co
Leeds
Hemetin
ART Metali
Uiey
Browne
Abe
Postal
Adarem
Pia
Tenny Shin Imperial Arcade
James Ward
George ST
Ward
Harry Oearb For
Ad Shesi Metal Work
Phony
Jaree Pugrim
Eawmelia and Joinert ‘Works
Hurstville
Sowa
Harris
Thrilling Motor Adventures
Giles Whine
O'Tin Evy
Svecon Grom
Viet
Amiles
Dovery
Rota
Alles Pranre
Brancel
Horgessy
Prances
Walfe
Calais
Palais
Ibres
Weite
I In
SouLoGne
Brearwaree
Courss Geum
San Arlighy
Niera
Tiaian Ipfomutiot
Ome
Napoleon
Prince Imperial
Enpsland
Anilahe
William Kirkpatrick
Maline Merenant
Bugnle
Echa
Phn
Massera
M. Ptotri
Desparate
Ste
cRulis Souilurooas
Sadhems
Sal
the Strand
Sydney
Sence
Cadbury
Calmppss
Js Boure
Kature
Bla Couther
Strange Antivathoy
Ua Bs
Reni Trenznine
Earl
Pirwnink Carters
Creviersy
Creviersy and Ouimr Ackward
Alite & Find
Wally Carioise
Muntidiage
Bull
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