Bethel Bethel Ohio approves bonds for electric plant upgrade
Ordinance 80 authorizes sixty bonds totaling 36000 dollars to finance extending constructing owning and operating Bethel Ohio electric light heat and power plant. It empowers mortgage to First National Bank of Bethel and sets franchise terms rates for lighting power and heating for twenty years with conditions for foreclosure and return on investment.
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Bethel
Clermont County
State OF Ohio
Ohio
Chamber of Board of Trustees of Public Affairs and Garage
Sinking Fund
Said
Bethe
Ublic
First National Bank of
Peery
Tasledine
Ethel
Ntee
Council
Wil
K.W.H
H.P
Public Utilities Commission
State of
Rae
H. G. Donaldson
W. J. Swope
Village of Bethel Certifies Ordinance 80 Passed Aug 4 1927
Certificate states that the above is a true copy of Ordinance No 80 of Bethel Ohio duly passed on August 4 1927 by Clerk W J Swope. Weeks 33 and 34.
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Bethel
Ohio
W. J. Swope
Ancient Celtic cross reerected in Ballymena churchyard
A Celtic cross over a thousand years old, found in 1827 at Kircombl a churchyard, was reassembled after being buried in Ballymena castle cellar. The cross, 22 inches long and 8 inches thick, bears an inscription from the early tenth century and was set up during a ceremony at St Patrick's church Ballymena, Ireland.
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St. Patrick’s Church
Ballymena
Ireland
Kircombla
Odd Sea Birds on Ascension Island
Frigate birds or men o war are birds found on Island Ascension. The original species was Fregata aquila named by Linnaeus in 1758. They are now confined to this oceanic rock and have bodies the size of hens with wings up to ten feet. Their long hooked bills make them dangerous, while their tiny feet hinder walking.
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Ascension
Linnaeus
Untitled fragment hints at obscure features and names
Fragmentary text mentions a perfume like “Blessed to Good Temper” and a disturbed phrase about disquetude and Irving, with unclear context and missing details. The readable content is insufficient to identify a clear event, person, or place.
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Meidine
Irving
Flamingo Bird Description and Range
The flamingo is a web footed bird of a bright flaming red color. It resembles a stork and heron in build and is a swimmer. It is native to Central and South America, Africa, and India.
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Central
South America
Africa
India
Brief Valor Passes, Fame Shifts to New Hero
A reflection on fleeting glory and the prudent leaving of legacy. The public prizes deeds while individuals seek lasting impact beyond personal gain. The enduring value lies in the works that outlive the moment.
Largest US meteor found in Oregon now in New York museum
The record 10 feet long 6 feet high and 4 feet 8 inches thick weighs 81 107 pounds was found at Willamette Oregon in 1002 and is housed at the American Museum of Natural History New York.
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United States
Willamette
Ore
American Museum of Natural History
New York
Humorous Quip Highlights Social Noise Comparisons
A McPherson Republican item quotes Capper's Weekly mocking the idea of excess noise after big events. The gag compares a hen after laying an egg to a man after laying a carpet in a playful social analogy.
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McPherson Republican
Capper
Impeachment of Sir Edmund Andros in 1689
The royal governor of New England Sir Edmund Andros was impeached by the colonial deputies at Boston and sent to England on June 27 1689 marking the first impeachment of a high government officer in America.
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Edmund Andros
New England
Colonial House of Deputies
Boston
England
America
Explorer Rescued After Greeley Arctic Expedition Sinks
Lieut Adolphus W Greeley and six companions rescued June 22 1884 by relief ships squadron. They were survivors of the 1881 Greeley Arctic expedition that was lost.
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Adolphus W. Greeley
The High Hatter Advises Dignity Not Vanity
A Farm and Fireside piece mocks the unbending figure who shuns common sense, noting he bangs his head against tunnels others duck. The quip highlights pride and prudence in daily life with a cautionary tone.
Man's Mistake Courage of Conviction Cited
A Boaton Herald quotation notes that many men mistake the courage of conviction for the confidence of conceit in public discourse.
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Boaton Herald
Mind of Man Thought to Be Highly Active and Real
Fragmentary text suggests a discussion of the mind as highly active and real, with brief references to Burke. The readable portion hints at philosophical reflection on mental activity and realism without clear conclusions or context.
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Ae Ie
Rund Burke
Unproductive Area Larger Than Several Nations
The unproductive zone in the United States, once densely forested, now yields nothing where trees once grew. Its expanse rivals New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland collectively and exceeds the combined forest lands of several Western European countries.
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United States
New York
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Delaware
Maryland
Germany
Belgium
Denmark
Holland
France
Switzerland
Spain
Portugal
Anthem regulations bar medleys of Star Spangled Banner
Marine band leader says The Star Spangled Banner should never be played as a medley with other songs. At least two bars must elapse before playing the anthem. No official rules exist for hymns except in the Army Navy and Marine corps, according to the report.
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Marine Band
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
New Ink Stand Fish Found Off Rio Coast
A new fish species was discovered near Rio de Janeiro. It is named the ink stand fish due to a bone on its back resembling a pen. When raised, the bone pen produces black blood, and the bone pen handles as well as a steel pen.
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Rio de Janeiro
Good Manners Reflect a Beautiful Spirit in Selfless Cheer
The passage suggests high breeding lies in the ability to stand aside and cheerfully make room for others. It emphasizes that desiring the best yet giving way shows a beautiful spirit and mature humanity.
Death of Ferdinando de Soto and river burial in Arkansas
The Spanish nobleman Ferdinando de Soto, discoverer of the Mississippi, died of fever on June 20, 1542 in Arkansas. His companions wrapped his body in a mantle and encased it in a tree trunk before setting it afloat.
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Ferdinando de Soto
Mississippi River
Arkansas
Cabot and Son Reach North American Coast in 1497
Venetian navigators in English service led by John Cabot and his son Sebastian discover the North American coast at Labrador on June 24 1497 in a momentous oceanic voyage second only to Columbus.
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John Cabot
Sebastian
England
North American
Labrador
All Peoples Friends Forget Nationality Quote
Victor Hugo states that all peoples share humanity and that princes and kings have diverse interests, while ordinary people remain united as one humanity. The remark underscores universal brotherhood beyond national lines.
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Victor Hugo
Part-Time Job Offers Insight Despite Limited Genius
A fragmented note hints at rare, sporadic genius in part time work. The text references occasional talent surfacing only in brief moments, suggesting a paradox of productivity and intermittent brilliance. The fragment mentions Pranvert and context unclear.
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