German and British Rule in the South Seas Compared
A 1914 Bowles essay surveys life in Kaiser Wilhelm Land and nearby German possessions and British administration in the South Seas. It contrasts governance, betrothal customs, forced labor, and the copra trade with praise for missionaries like Rev. H. P. Wenzel and the impact of German Methodist outreach on 6,000 converts over eight years.
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Gap
Caroline Islands
South Sea Islands
Kaiser Wilhelm Land
Bismarck Archipelago
Pacific
Germany
Pacific Ocean
Columbia
Missouri
Pompeii
German New Guinea
Marshall Islands
Mariana Islands
Tle
Papua
British New Guinea
Berlin
Rabaul
Maron
South Seas
New Pommern
H. P. Wenzel
Wenzel
Alpine Deaths in 1913 Reach 118 in the Alps
The year 1913 saw 118 fatal Alpine accidents, 112 men, 8 guides, 6 women among the casualties. Causes include avalanche or no definite cause in many cases, with specific factors like unpreparedness and loss of way noted.
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Alps
A Good Start Father And Judge Quote
The fragment references a judge remark about a young promoter and a representative calling upon a line of talk. It suggests a legal or promotional dispute context with a cautious start and emerging outreach. No clear names, dates, or organizations are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tesesie
Why Not Salmon Tales Spark Sydney Buxton Book
A humorous excerpt from Sydney Buxton's Book of Fishing Stories ponders why one salmon dominates each day and ends with a joke from a fisherman whose aunt questions why he did not cut the line after a long, strenuous fight.
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Sydney Buxton
Mr. Buxton
New Modern Dancing Expert in New York Endorses Allen's Foot-Bas
The leading expert and instructor in New York City praises Allen's Foot-Bas showing it keeps feet cool during long dancing hours and reduces friction from shoes. Signed B. FL BR HALLAMORE Gampie Fars with address Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy NY.
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New York City
Allen
Hallamore Gampie Fars
Olmsted
le Roy, N.Y
Force of Habit Quip Sparks Courtroom Snippet
A Philadelphia Ledger quip recalls a defendant Mr Lovet vet allegedly reacting to a pageant dessert by attempting to blow off its foam. The wry remark reflects a decorum clash and the humor in a courtroom moment.
Medical Report Details Laxative Causes Severe Disorder
A medical note reports that a laxative led to serious health issues in a 23 year old patient treated by a doctor. The case highlights potential cathartic risks and the need for caution in laxative use.
Truth Versus Popularity Cited As Daily Dilemma
A speaker argues that integrity often conflicts with popularity, noting that honesty benefits long term trust and accountability even if it harms immediate approval. The discussion labels ethics as essential in leadership and public life.
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Walter Williams
School of Journalism
University of Missouri
New Guinea
Joseph B. Bowles
South Pacific
Island
Haynes
America
Elwood Haynes
Haynes Automobile CC Company
Kokomo
Indiana
Aive
Haynes Motor Sales Co
Grand Ave
Kansas City
Farnam St
Omaha
Neb
Missouri Haynes Motor Car Co
Araska
Kansas
Jowsa
THE
Haynes Automobile CO
Main St
Kokemo, Ind
Redwood
California
Canada
United States
Europe
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
William Percy
England
Nebraska
Goffe & Carkener Sretr
Lincoln
TEBE
Hantings
NEBR
Defiance
Defiance Starch CO
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