Tactics of Zulus and the Crescent Formation in War
The article details the evolution of Zulu tactics credited to Dingiswayo and Tyaka, noting the crescent attack pattern with horns flanking and a head in front. It explains adoption by Boers and Lord Roberts, the ixwa spear replacing the umkonto, and the brutal practice of sending out a vanguard with no return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Natal
Tyaka
Dingisiways
Cape Colony
Lord Roberts
Orange River Colony
Make the Baby Work and Spectacles for the Schools
An old medical guidance piece urges parents to let babies work for their milk with a hard suction nipple to strengthen digestion. A Times letter highlights a charity supporting spectacles for schoolchildren, arguing vision problems harm health and noting London council limits. A NYP quip mocks marital stereotypes regarding post wedding chores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times
Christian
Plymouth
St. Helier
London County Council
Schm
London Saturday Review
Lewis Factory Ad From Peoria Il Tobacco Ad
An old advertisement line promotes Lewis' Factory in Peoria Illinois urging readers to buy their cigars and implying good value from the dealer. The fragmented text presents an early 20th century style sales pitch with a quoted proverb about thoughts and coin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis’ Factory
Peoria, Il
Charity Money Speaks Louder When Donated Generously
Report highlights how charitable giving, especially large gifts, shifts impact and support for causes. Donors and organizations discuss motivations, transparency, and long term effects on programs and communities.
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Africa
N. Y
California Fig Syrup Co
Carmen Sylva
Libby
McNeill & Libby
Chicago
Oklahoma and
Indian Territory
A.J. WaLpock &Co
Oklahoma City
Okla
Price
Grocers
Jafy
Good Health
Good Health Publishing CO
Battle Creek, Mich
U. S. Navy
Lincoln
Bastings
Nebraska
NAVY
F. O. Bullding
Omaha
Slomeopathic Pharmacy of
W. Boandman
Dept. A
Bristol
Coan
Cutica
Feecwhcet
Thompson's
Wei
Defiance Starch Company
Omaha, Neb
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