Naphthalene Fueled Locomotive From France
An experimental locomotive powered by naphthalene as fuel has been developed in France. The system melts and vaporizes the solid fuel, heats the water jacket to maintain a stable melt, and feeds melted fuel from a tank via a pump. A three way valve switches between gasoline or bensol as needed. The four cylinder engine runs at 250 to 1000 rpm, achieving about 12.5 mph with a 7400 pound drawbar pull and fuel use of 0.5 pounds per horsepower hour.
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France
Railroads Face Billions Needed for Modernization Across Nation
An expert asserts the U S must spend billions in the next decade to enlarge and modernize terminal facilities and expand stretches of rail lines. He notes rail growth slowed since late 19th century peaks but 1913 saw 4436 miles of new trackage, signaling a long term upgrade drive across trunk lines including Baltimore tidewater systems.
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United States
Lmit
James J. Hill
Tidewater
Baltimore
Australian Circumcontinental Rail Line Under Construction
The Australian Circumcontinental rail line from Kalgoorlie to Port Augusta is under construction after starting in 1912. Rails have been laid for about ten miles from each end amid rolling stock delays and labor costs, with projected heavy passenger mail traffic and strategic defense value. The line will be 1,063 miles long with standard gauge four feet eight and a half inches.
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Kalgoorlie
Western Australia
Perth
Port Augusta
South Australia
Mscussion
Australia
Engineer Nearly Hanged by Storm Wire Near Rahway N J
An engineer on a Pennsylvania Railroad engine between Washington and New York narrowly escaped strangulation when a broken telephone wire whipped around his neck during a storm near Rahway New Jersey. He braked the train, freed himself, and continued to Washington for medical care.
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Rahway
N. J
Pennsylvania Railroad
Thomas Sherrin
Washington
New York
Russia's Railroade Program Costs and Expansion
A historical report details Russia's rail system growth with 1,805 miles government lines and 4,883 miles private lines under construction, costing 187.9 million and 292.7 million dollars respectively, plus 492 government and 948 private miles authorized costing 40.0 million and 163.7 million, and 4,055 miles of projected lines at 262.8 million. From 1908 to 1913, government rail construction spent 365.6 million. Also notes a mutiny 100 years ago at Sandy Hook where troops refused parade, protesting unpaid bounty and service pay.
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Russia
Sandy Hook
Ane Company
Meohattan
Butterfly and Dairy Terms in German Text Fragment
Fragmentary note mentions butterflies, a leree moth, and dairy terms in German such as butter, molke, and whey. The readable phrases suggest a discussion of insects and dairy components, but no clear event or names are present.
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Germany
Large Tea Trays Suit Small Rooms for Afternoon Tea
A small apartment dweller finds a large tray paired with a mall table the best solution to afternoon tea space limits. A roomy tray carrying teapot, cream, sugar, cups, and cakes can be placed on a tabouret or piano stool. Nested mahogany tables and bamboo trays offer stylish, space saving options.
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New England
Sleeves Vary Across Gown Styles In Midseason Designs
A selection of sleeve designs for medhyn gowns shows varied silhouettes—one for a catlap blouse or camming dress, another for a coat suit, a counter sleeve for informal evening wear, and two lower sleeves for dancing frocks in silk and lace. The leftmost option suits a young girl's frock.
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Minn
Sis
Mia
Gorge
Holland
Ahly
Novel spider web cushion for decorative pin cushions
The sketch presents a circular cardboard cushion finished with cream-colored satin and a gold thread spider web design. It features a three-loop gold cord edging for hanging and a paper Japanese spider on one side for decorative appeal.
Beautifying Neck and Arms for Evening White Look
The guide advises grooming the neck and arms to appear whiter and plumper under strong light. Apply a soothing lotion, wipe with cotton, and dust with powder, leaving it on long before dressing then removing most of it. Do not use water or cream and consider a cream chiffon garment to avoid a ghastly glow.
Tight Fronted Bodices Mark New Frock Trend
Bodices that are tight and buttoned in front appear in some of the new frocks a sharp departure from the baggy bodice of the moment. This sudden change may win favor in certain inner circles and hiking as a fashion note.
Modern Corsets Still Demand Attention in Fashion
Corsets remain crucial to figure shaping, extending to knee length and praised for boning and comfort. Emphasizes corsetiere skill over diet or exercise, notes supple fabrics like cotton or oil mash, and mentions athletic, riding, dancing, and evening variations for various wear.
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Carmel
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