Eskimo Sleds for Stefansson Built in Nome Alaska
Eskimo dog sleds made at Nome Alaska under guidance of a mission priest to aid Vilhjalmur Stefansson on his Arctic expedition ended January 16 1913 when the Karluk sank. Eight sleds were built with strength and lightness as essential features and minimal lumber used with reinforced joints.
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Nome
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Murine Remedy Ad Phasing Through Humorous Fragments
A fragmented OCR snippet references Murine Eye Remedy and a marketing line about remedies. The passage mentions a friend pulling a watch and a witty omen about a bride’s gowns and a seven day honeymoon, alongside a proverb about glass houses and rubber curtains.
Castoria and its claimed benefits misrepresented
The text touts Castoria as a harmless substitute for Castor Oil Paregoric and sedatives. It asserts no opiates, claims thirty years of use for digestion teething and diarrhea, and stresses a signature by Chas. H. Fletcher. It warns against imitations and fake signatures.
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Chas. H. Fletcher
Alfetta
Kindhearted Rider Helps Ram-Struck Stranger
Robinson, a friendly bicyclist, offers to hold a ram while its owner opens a gate. He grips the ram by the horns and is thanked as the stranger exits on the far side. The ram had attacked the man earlier and caused a long struggle.
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Robinson
Pa Explains a Strategical Error at the Party
A father explains a strategic error to his son by analogy about entering a house for a party through the back door, illustrating caution in planning and timing within family guidance.
Wine and Passion Steal Truth From Some Men
A compact saying notes that without wine and passion certain men would withhold truth. The aphorism emphasizes how strong emotions influence honesty and social speech.
Postum touted as coffee substitute in health claim
An advertisement claims Postum removes headaches insomnia and other ills blamed on coffee by replacing it with the wheat malt beverage. A testimonial from a Philosopher named Philaman asserts dramatic health gains after switching to Postum, with cost and preparation details provided.
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Postum
A Philaman
Postum Co
Battle Creek
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Two Schools Clash Over German and French Tactics
The article compares German and French strategic schools noting German emphasis on rapid, decisive offense and outflanking, and French focus on complex dispositions and enemy detection. It cites Col. de Grandmaison and argues France has the edge in control of its system despite German discipline, with aviation and artillery balances highlighted.
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French Republic
German Empire
France
Germany
Col. de Grandmaison
Reflection mirrors and vanity in a ballroom debate
Mrs Spastick and Mrs Swastick discuss truth in mirrors and how reflections differ by setting. They debate whether a ballroom mirror better reveals appearance and how others see a person, noting the discomfort of home mirrors and the urge to know the worst about one’s looks.
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Mrs. Swastick
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Radium Eggs Boost Hens in Paradox Valley
The article reports Cyrus Whiffle bringing radium bearing ore to his Colorado farm and dumping it into his hens drinking water. The Whiffle hens allegedly laid double eggs and the family consuming the radioactive eggs claim improved health.
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Cyrus Whiffle
Paradox Valley
Colorado
Whiffle
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Motto of George Stevenson Inspires Optimism and Ambition
A portrait of George Stevenson highlights his life of achievement and the motto he followed. Make the best of everything, think the best of everybody, hope the best for yourself shaped his outlook and actions, embodying optimism, charity, and high ambition.
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George Stevenson
Quick Filter Tip Use Chamois Leather
A simple fast acting filter uses a well chosen chamois leather free from thin spots. Wash in a weak alkali solution to remove grease, rinse in cold water, and it will quickly filter syrup. Wash thoroughly after each use to extend its life.
Test Aeroplane Armor for Scout Planes
The American government requires scout aeroplanes to carry chrome steel armor one tenth of an inch thick to protect the engine and aviators. This armor is tested for penetration by the ordnance department before being placed on the machine.
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American Ordnance Department
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