Renowned Riuian Emperor Trajan Civilized Empire
Trajan Marcus Alpt a Tra janus born in Malice Spain rose through military ranks gaining distinction in Parthian and German campaigns. Adopted by Emperor Serva he ruled from 98 to 117 expanding to Dacia and the East. He built roads harbors and towns enforcing law and justice before dying at Selinuy in August 117.
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Trajan
Marcus Alplta
Trajanus
Malice
Spain
Rotlin
Serva
Danube
Armenia
Mesopotania
Korman
Wefert
Crestplen
Kuteb Amara
Cyrie
Cyrene
Vedjan
Earst
Selinuy
Fish Mistaken For Vessel In Indian Ocean Tale Of A Giant Swordfish
A legendary swordfish described as over 10 feet tall with a dramatic iridescent dorsal fin is said to have been mistaken for a ship’s hull by travelers in the warm Indian Ocean. The tale recounts how the massive blue and gold creature swam near the surface, its fin waving, leading observers to believe a vessel drifted beneath the stern of a pacing ship.
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Indian Ocean
Salto
Father of Three Kings Charles Bonaparte in Corsica
The humble father of Napoleon and three future kings Joseph of Naples and Spain Louis of Holland Jerome of Westphalia is described as affectionate and exemplary. In Ajaccio Corsica he supported thirteen children and strove to give his sons the best education. If Napoleon had not been sent to Brienne at age ten the course of history might have changed.
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Charles Bonaparte
Napoleon
Ajaccio
Corsica
Joseph
Naples
Spain
Louis
Holland
Jerome
Westphalia
Brienne
Lot Origin in Puritan Use of Land Terms
The article traces the word lot from Puritan Biblically influenced land division. It describes how New England settlers shared salt marshes for salt hay, then divided them equally among families. Each share became known as his jot, evolving into the general sense of a land plot or lot.
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United States
New England
Survival of Old Roman Custom in Pallbearers
The article explains the Roman origin of pallbearers name and duty, tracing the practice to ancient Rome and the City of the Seven Hills. It notes pall from pallia robes and the role of prominent citizens serving as guards at funerals, linking modern pallbearers to historical custom.
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Seven Hills
Fragmented Quote Board Readings from The Key
A damaged OCR fragment presents a collage of aphorisms and quotes. Phrases include Emerson lines about thinking and character, a note on measuring with past and future, and a mention of a circular slide rule and a magnifying glass. The text references San Francisco and a newspaper named Best and Transcript.
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San Francisco
The Real Minimum for a Family Home Living
The article notes a near real minimum cost for a five person family to live, based on close observation of housing and living expenses. It references the term minimon and a connection to a provider enrolled in a local context, with emphasis on affordability.
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Enro
Munsfield News
Weeping for a Year in Berneo Hunt Motives
Widows and widowers endure ceremonies tied to hewnt hunting rites in Berneo as mourners cry twice daily for a year. The rites mandate eating only on alternating days for four months, marking a cultural observance surrounding loss and ritual practice.
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Berneo
Fragmented Quote Reflects Pathetic Scout in Boston Transcript
A fragment from the Boston Transcript notes the pathetic spectacle of a studious boy scout begging his mother for a smoke while observing the sea and contemporary life. The passage blends humor and social critique in a dated newspaper tone.
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Freta
Boston Transcript
Jarrah Wood Defies Decay From Western Australia
A western Australian jaresa named jarrah wood yields a material that resists decay and wear. Described as nearly indestructible, its long lasting properties imply it requires little maintenance and could redefine durability in construction and woodworking.
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Austrady
Care of Machine Keeps Sewing Works Smooth
A brief note urges keeping a stiff brush on hand to clean the underwork of the sewing machine. Regular brushing is described as harmless and essential to proper operation.
Seven Wonders of the New World list item errors
The text cites a dubious list titled Seven Wonders of the New World in the United States. It oddly names items with misspellings such as Niagurm Putts Yellowstone irk Carden of the Goes Manet Cave Fagen te Valley and Gilut trees of Gall forniy Nuvarwt Uridee. The passage appears garbled and lacks coherent facts or dates.
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New World
United States
Yellowstone
The
Goes
Manet Cave
Fagente Valley
Gallforniy
Elephants Tear Up Pipes On Sumatra Island
Elephants hinder oil development on Sumatra Island by repeatedly ripping up above ground pipe lines in jungle areas. Gangs of men stay busy repairing the damage as wildlife interference disrupts construction progress.
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Sumatra
Thackeray As Seer of Genius and Moral Purpose
Lord H. Hosbery lauds William Makepeace Thackeray as a striking figure of rich genius and honest aim. He notes Thackeray’s imagination and humor sometimes darken his view of humanity, yet praises his enduring literary legacy and the treasures he bequeaths to posterity.
The Weakest Finger Among Left Hand Singed Claim
A quirky note claims the third finger on the left hand is the weakest, a fact linked to engagement rings and wedding bands. It adds that pianists require extra finger strength, suggesting the third finger bears double the effort compared to others.
Doan's Kidney Pills Ad Widens Local Response
Hays readers report back pain linked to kidney trouble and endorse Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs J P Jones describes relief from bouts of backache and dizziness after using the tablets, noting improvement when the kidneys act up. Manufactured by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY and sold widely.
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Hays
Doan
J. P. Jones
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Mfra
Buffalo
Chiropractors Claim Saving Girl Through Spinal Adjustments
A lengthy, sensational tale extols a chiropractor in Waukegan Illinois for treating Miriam Rubin who suffered sleeping sickness like agitation. The narrative condemns allopathic medicine and serum therapies while praising chiropractic care and denouncing medical critics.
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A. M. A. Medicos
Waukegan
Ilinois
Miriam Rubin
Shedd
Pallopathic
Paul Berger
What Is Chiropractic and Its Claims
A historical ad explains chiropractic as a science of adjusting movable parts and nerves to restore function. It argues chiropractors fix electric-like body currents, claims rapid cures for rheumatism and other ailments, and includes testimonial letters praising Dr Stuckey and chiropractic results.
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God
Electrical Mechanician
Chiropractor
Stuckey
Ring
Draven
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Markel
Hays, Kansas
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Winchester
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Nesbitt
Jim Jam Jens
Chiropractic
Cornelia
Mintia
Dr. Stuckey
Lydia Stebbs
Mary Mote
J. E. Stuckey
Kans
Ellis
Kansas
Alice
Pershing Heights
Bird Investment Company
Mary
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