Polar races set between Peary Baldwin for Arctic pole
The article describes two rival polar expeditions headed from Babine and Prince Rudolph Land toward the North Pole. It details Peary and Baldwin’s plans, crews, funding, and gear, noting their chances, risks, and the history behind their preparations.
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Peary
Goa
Ruth
Baldwin
Prince Rudolph
Apel
Norway
Greenland
Becaue
Ruch
Robert B. Peary
Evelyn
Arctic
Stude
Hallan
Naneen
Protect the Men in Garrison From Extreme Cold
The Youth's Companion urges measures to shield soldiers in garrison or on the trail from severe winter cold. It calls for warm clothing, shelter, and timely weather alerts to safeguard health and morale.
Moonlit Tale From the Courtroom Interlude
A judge recounts a parable about a country dog barking at the moon to illustrate a point to an impudent attorney. The tale unfolds after a court session at a hotel where refreshments were shared, and the crowd presses for meaning as the moon continues to shine.
Language Terms From England in Early Modern Times
A fragment discusses English language terms such as massin cited from Chaucer era and Henry VIII period, noting an early parliamentary measure linked to import or export controls. The text hints at linguistic usage and legal action but is incomplete for full context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Post Office Proposes Currency Stamps For Small Payments
A Washington discussion outlines a plan to issue denomination stamps for vending through the postal system. Small stamps would be used like money orders to buy goods, with redemption at face value and limited to presidential office periods.
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Washington
Post Office Department
If Department
Erchandine
Alice
Shark Attacks Bait, Crew Battles Beached Lutterworth
While the British bark Lutterworth lay becalmed in the tropics a large shark circled the ship. A baited chain and pork attracted the creature which swallowed the hook and gear. A second bait was seized, the shark fought hard, and the tail was later removed by the carpenter to calm it.
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Lutterworth
Tropics
Dee
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