Edison and the electric age talk at length
The text covers Edison’s persistent work habits, his views on electricity, and a detailed reminiscence of a controversial newsroom incident about telegraphy. It also discusses future power transmission projects, theater lighting, and plans for a vast statue of liberty including costs, location, and the tribute to France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edison
Gomi
Mr. Bafison
Adu
Wright
New York
Bailey
Lind
Opy Faye
Jujlianapollis
Avery
Tpeelye
Ielaine
Geowl
India
St. Lois
Hirunhouti
St Louis
Irow
Mexico
Ménlo Park
Statue of Liberty Plans and Fundraising Efforts
In New York a formal description outlines Bartholdi's Liberty Enlightening the World statue to be erected at Bedion harbor. A committee led by Evarts discusses pedestal funding and a public appeal to raise money for the monument's completion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bartholdi
New York Harbor
New York
W . L. Evarts
O Cani
Poetiarch
A Handsome Lace Spread From Vintage Lace Squares
The article describes making a decorative lace spread using antique lace squares and satin. Buy uniform squares as desired, join with satin borders, and finish edges neatly. A well-made spread lasts long and adds elegant bedding for special occasions.
Catching a Rabbit for His Girl
An Oscar Wilde style tale from the North Side follows a young man who sees a rabbit on a lawn and devises a daring plan to steal it. He climbs a fence, traps the animal with a hat, and carries off the catch as he contemplates gifting it to his love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Wilde
Chicago Herald
Prince William of Prussia and the wedding farce
The young Prince William of Prussia misbehaved at a royal wedding, squirming and biting attendants to disturb the ceremony. His mother reported the antics to the Bishop of Winchester, as described in Reginald Wilberforce’s life of the prelate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peck
Prince William of
Prussia
Prince
Wales
Sven
Winchester
Réginald Wiiblerforce
Stuffed potatoes offer a bright supper option
When ideas fail for supper this guide suggests a simple stuffed potato dish. Bake smooth potatoes, scoop centers, mash with cream and butter, beat egg whites to stiff froth, mix lightly, season, and refill the skins for a tasty, out of the ordinary family meal.
Simple chair covering revives an antique chair
The ceretonne features a black ground with gay birds and flowers. The simple easily made cover for an old well used chair removes positive ugliness and proves highly effective in restoring appearance.
A Romance Ended In Riches And Marriage
A Canadian suitor in a light hearted romance remains timid until a friend’s advice on manners leads to the couple dining together and passing the salt. The man later resigns to win the woman, they marry in the States, and he learns she is a young widow worth 250000. He sends the adviser a 2000 dollar check, which proves real after a bank test, ending in happiness for all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prese
States
Sun Ray Concentration Promises Large Heat from Mirrors
Washington claim of a new solar device by miner William Calver uses many flat mirrors aimed at a common focus to concentrate sun rays. Demonstrations showed melting zinc and burning wood quickly, with estimates that 1000 one foot square mirrors could melt iron instantly, suggesting powerful heat applications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Calver
Washington
Calver
Carver
Washington Post
Patel
Barty
God’s Tigers Loose and Man’s Need to Protect Self
Fragmented text presents a sermon or sermon-like message by Rev Myron Reed about divine protection failing. the preacher argues individuals must arm themselves with club or stake and resist moral decay. The passage references Earth and moral struggle, urging watchfulness over worldly temptations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myron Reed
Practical Ways to Use Cold Venison Remnants
The excerpt suggests chopping leftover venison finely and reheating with gravy or water, adding a small amount of butter and seasoning to revive the meat's flavor. It reflects traditional home dining tips for repurposing leftovers.
Local mill supply concerns temper city sentiment
The Argus notes doubts about current flour mill output and material shortages. It urges cautious optimism that improved supply and stable operation will improve public opinion as discussions about the mill progress.
Bear attack and fire response in New Brunswick tale
A man in New Brunswick without a weapon fought a bear by striking it with a kerosene bottle. The bottle shattered and kerosene spilled as the man set fire to the animal, burning it down to its head and shoulders before he saved the snout to claim a bounty. He cooled the flames with water in his hat.
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New Brunswick
Aaron
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Liberty
Italy
Charles Borromeo
United States
France
Argus
Mrs. B
Lahds
Caicago
ST. Paul
TIUR
Ireed & Bart
Agts
Barders’ and Merchants
A. B. Melville
J. B. Kelley
Law, Loan and Real Estate
Pioneer Jewelry Store
Dakota Ave
Huron,d.c
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J.B. Bawer
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Court
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United
Dakota
Wright House
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U.S. la Mitchell
Gan W. H. Daven
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Notary Public
MIS & Davenport
Nulipy
Ailvane
Huron
Wessinigton
Laiwrende
Lake Preston
Brog
Par Claim Film
Wellingt
Iroquois
Cavour, DE Smet
Milaaukee Junction
Béadl
Djoining
U.S
I . U . S I. Hardware Aurtit Agricultural Machinery
Stiver
Caldwell & Smith
Rrevolvers
E. P. Caldwell
F. F. Smith
Snedigar & Davis
L. Adler & CO
Hor
L. Gatzert
Chicago
IESIS
General Btock
Wisconsin Street
Byron
FIRST
G. W. Hagensige
Third Street
Loays
Zoek
Om Aber
B. Johnston & C
Johnston L. H. Starkey
St. Pan. Minn
B. Johnstonson & Starkey
Farm Loan Agency
Thi
Starkey
Land Office
Chas. Poinimesch
MD. ‘Thimiesch
DeVsTor’s Choice
Hawkeye CiGan
Direct
Dakota Avenue
Bank OF Huron
Parker’ Bigs
Kelsey & Coxe
Fardwamre
Hitchcock
Eureka
Youmans, Bro's & Hodgins’ Lumber Yard
Gall Gubergte
Maxfield, Ag
Barlow
Lecter
Honon
Dagora
Arogerius
Lud
Sartorius
Gigar
House
Alow Bottling Works
Daxora
Cor
Third
Wisconsin Streets
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