Venus and Earth near in size and distance lessons in astronomy
A World of notes from December 19 discusses Mercury and Venus as evening stars and compares Venus to Earth in size and orbital distance. It mentions an ancient tunnel under the Chicago River and notes Washington’s winter quarters at Valley Forge. The piece reflects on public figures and historic moments while touching on science and exploration.
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George Wintshinegtonm Srmyo
Mme
Valley
Pennsylvania Legislanre
Resoluddon
Washington
Philadelphia
Dauhte
Franklin
Phia
Howe
United State
Wiskirston
Chicago
Whatne
London
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Zodiac signs and personality traits across Sagittarius insights
Astrologers claim Sagittarians are Jupiter governed and happiest when marrying young and pursuing fitting careers early. They are ambitious, adaptable with executive skills, sociable and derive strong enjoyment from entertaining others.
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Jupiter
Perso
SOTABLES BORN THES DALE
Mary Ashton Livermore is described as agent and mercy figure in war times with advocacy for equal suffrage and temperance. Minnie Maddern Fiske, born 1865, noted actress. Albert A. Michaelson listed as Nobel prize winning financier. T. C. Frick noted steelmaker and capitalist. Fritz Reiner identified as conductor. Gerald Po Nye, North Dakota senator, appears among entries.
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Sotables
Thes Dale
Mary Ashton Livermore
Earls Meltetor
Minnie Maddern Fiske
Albert al Michaelson
Nobelvrizewinhing
T. C. Frick
Fritz Reiner
Gerald Po oNye
North Dakota
Notable Birthdays and Revolutionary Echoes Date History
A scrambled digest traces Captain John Smith's 1606 voyage to Virginia and his later trial, plus Thomas Paine’s 1770 publication The Crisis and Revolutionary influence. It includes quiz prompts about Smith, Washington, Paine, and related historical episodes.
Blacksmith Tooth Extraction Practice Described in Historic Tale
The article recounts a old time practice where a blacksmith removed ailing teeth by striking with a hammer. A chisel edge was pressed against the tooth and a single forceful blow freed the tooth. Readers are invited to submit questions or comments to the author at the newspaper.
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England
America
Paine's Difficult Path From England to American Revolution
The fragment recalls Thomas Paine facing dismissal from office in England for smuggling, prompting his move to the American colonies where his role in the Revolution grew. It references his advisory stance and involvement with the foreign affairs committee and the French government, highlighting a turbulent career transition.
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Thomas Paine
America
Sp.urmy
Valies Forge
Taken From Our Files 25 Years Ago
A chaotic jumble reports new liquor laws, a college football captain, a mill plant fire, and a theatre sale. Highlights include Otwin-Glenn C L Gray named captain, Barrow Milling plant destroyed with no rebuild, and the Wonder land Theatre sold to A D White who plans remodeling and a large stage.
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Saleoneepers
Toraim County
Ooar
Warnifes Cem
Larain Counts Commercial Association
Otwin
Glenn CL Gray
C. Dee
Lorain
Barrow
Eduinade
Am’yerst - Parson
Waonderland
A A. D. White
Delaware
Elyria Chamber backs EST time change for Ohio
The Elyria Chamber of Commerce endorses placing Ohio in the eastern standard time zone. Local business leaders and manufacturers also favor the proposal. The report notes a push to halt the practice of selling Haquar beer door to door according to an official word.
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Ohio
Elyria
Child and Doll Dress Alike Xmas Pattern Feature
Helen Williams describes a cheerful holiday sewing project: a matching dress for a child and a 19 inch doll, quick to sew on a machine, using French blue cambric or pink fabrics. Pattern No. 5013 covers sizes 2 4 and 6 years plus doll dress, with yardage and ribbon details. Pattern price 15 cents. Book price 10 cents.
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Santa Claus
Municipal Christmas Tree Placed by Local Club
The Young Men's Business Club placed its annual municipal Christmas tree in the city park near the fountain. The tree is smaller than in past years but is a live tree hoped to grow and serve as the municipal Christmas tree for years. Elyria banks will distribute over $130,900 in Christmas Club money this year.
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Young Men's Business Club
Elyria Banks
Elyria Library to Close as New Building Nears Completion
Elyria on Broad Street will close its public library this Saturday leaving the city without a library for several weeks. A new library on Third Street is under construction but lacks final delivery of equipment and an exact opening date. The current library has served for 55 years housing about 30,090 volumes that will be moved to the new site.
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Elyria
Broad Street
Third Street
Lorain County
Elsmans
Lorain
Lorain Harbor
Lorain County Liquor Licensing Board Action Noted
A Lorain County licensing board meeting discussed ongoing practice in Lorain. A benefit show at the American Theatre raised 361.70 for Associated Charities to aid needy families at Christmas. Oberlin College library was broken into last night with extensive book and card catalogue damage.
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Lorain County
Town of Buffalo Created by New York Legislature Act
In February 1810 the Town of R Buffaloe later Buffalo New York was formed through an act of the New York State Legislature.
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R Buffaloe
Buffalo, N.Y
New York State
Henrietta Ladies Ald Meets at Christmas Party
The December meeting of the Ladies' aid Society of the Reformed Church was a Christmas party with a tree and Yuletide decorations. Officers elected: Emil Burrichter president, Albert Latteman vice president, Louis Delefield treasurer, Martha Bauman secretary. A pot luck supper followed with multiple members attending.
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Henrietta
Ladies’ Ald Society
the Reformed
Bot Pak Ay House
Emil Burrichter
Albert Latteman
Louis Delefield
Martha Bauman
Charles Latteman
Fred Bauman
Shirley
Amelia Date
Philip Latteman
Mayme Bohn
Ray Brown
Laura
Martha Delefield
Snankia Pinnart
Dorothy Latteman
Bridge Club Hosts Dinner At Cook Home
Mr o and Mrs Charles Cook hosted a bridge club gathering at their home with a dinner served at eight. Guests included Mr and Mrs Rex Lees Mr and Mrs Harley Kelly and Mr and Mrs Ernest Lamvermyer. Mrs Lena Gegenheimer visited her son Arthur and family in Elyria Monday afternoon.
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Mr.o
Charles Cook
Rex Lees
Harley Kelly
Ernest Lamvermyer
Lena Gegenheimer
Arthur
Elyria
Africa Formed by Union of Two Landmasses
The continent arose from the collision and joining of two large landmasses in ancient times, separated by seas during the Tertiary period, creating its present geography.
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Africa
British Gambling Costs Two Billion Lions?
The Rambling notes that annual betting on horses dogs and football in Old England totals two billion dollars. Government hints at lifting its ban on tote betting at dog tracks as Sir J Leishman, member of the Royal Commission on Lotteries and Betting, says dog racing mainly supports private betting profit. He criticizes lotteries as fostering optimistic individuals who rely on luck over honest work.
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London
J. Leishman
Royal Commission On
Sir John
Doomsday Book Prisoned In Bodmin Jail Tale
A London report says the Doomsday Book of William the Conqueror was hidden in Bodmin jail during air raids. Surveyors recorded England’s value for tax, producing two volumes and the public nickname Doomsday. The piece notes hands reveal character.
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London
Bodmin
England
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New York
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John Smith
Christopher Newport
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Edward Wingfield
Pennsylvania
Valley Forge
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Helen Williams
Fashion Bureau
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