Lhasa a Mysterious Chinese City Revealed in Text
A historical feature reviews Lhasa as a secluded Tibetan capital, noting European exploration attempts since Moorcroft and Rockhill era, the political barriers enforced by Pekin, and the romantic allure of uncovering its mysteries. It highlights Moorcroft’s 1826 ascent, maps, and ensuing intrigue around entry and safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thibet
Li’asa
North Pole
Lh'nsa
Lhasa
Europe
M. Hive
Mongolia
Mr. Rockhill
Odorio
China
Chin
Moorcroft
USA
Ladak
Hue
Sh'ass
A New Capital for China
The piece argues for moving China’s capital to Nankin to safeguard diplomatic officials after foreign pressures. It states Pekin cannot become a secure base for foreign ambassadors and predicts a shift to a capital within reach of international naval forces, with Nankin as the favored option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pekin
China
Chia
Grand Mission of Power and Tesla’s Transmission Dream
A Cassier’s Magazine note argues electricity favors locating mills near water power within ten miles. Over five to ten miles power spreads mills over larger areas, aiding small manufacturers and reducing land costs. Transmitting power twenty to thirty miles becomes costly unless factories move closer to power sources. A Huntington letter reveals a picture showing an inventor waiting for capital, tied to uplift as life motive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tesla
Cassier's
Niagara
P. Huntington
Fennua Hung
Huntington
Yankee invasion of the English turf planned for next year
The Keene brothers intend to ship their horses to England after the New York racing season, contingent on James Rowe agreeing to oversee them. Rowe’s role, past success with Vater and ties to Huggins in England, could decide the move, though he may stay home. Bob Fitzsimmons claims he was robbed of over 125000 in purses and managerial shares during his career.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Keene
New York State
James Rowe
Mensra
Keenes
Forhall Keene
England
Pexhall
Keene
Domino
Sheepshead Bay
Messra
Vater
America
Messrs
Keene Fire
Rowe
John Huggins
Bob Fitzsimmone Wall
Bob Fitzsimmons
Australia
Chiam
China
Charitable boxing benefit for Sullivan and feats across waters
The month closes with a boxing benefit that raised about $15,000 for former champion Sullivan. Also noted are Hans Hohl of Lake Winnebago swimming nine miles with a boat escort, and English turf changes as American time testing influences British trainers and jockeys. Michael the Welsh cyclist wins a big Philadelphia race, riding 25 miles in 39 minutes 41.5 seconds.
Champion Jumper Ewry Sets World Records at Paris
Ray C Ewry of the New York Athletic Club is highlighted as the champion standing jumper and world record holder. He set a new world best in the standing high jump at Paris with 1 meter 65% centimeters, about five foot five and one eighth inches, surpassing his prior mark of five foot four inches at Syracuse on April 27, 1900, and also won the standing broad jump and three standing jumps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray C. Ewry
New York Athletic Club
Paris
Ewry
Hwry
Syracuse
Bwry
Promoters and Fighters Rally Before Horton Law Ends
Old John L. Sullivan returns to public view as promoters and fighters scramble to secure gains before the Horton law expires, reflecting heated bid to capitalize on boxing opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hotlives
John L. Sullivan
Women of China and Paris Exposition notes
A collection of dated musings on Chinese women roles and the value of male offspring, interwoven with notes from the Paris Exposition. The piece contrasts seclusion vs birth tradition, and cites missionaries shifting Chinese practice, then shifts to Singer Sewing Machine accolades and assorted humorous newspaper snippets.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Thomas Manning
Lh'asa
Lh’asa
France
Son of Heaven
Thibe
Rie
Ki-Chau
Lh'aas
Lh‘aga
Sh'usa
Nankin
Middle Kingdom
New York
Sullivan
Appleton
Win
Hans Hohl
Danube River
Turfan
Salvator
Monmouth Park
Kildeer
Crighton Beach
Orimar
Washington Park
Chicago
Philadelphia
Jimmy Michael
Wales
Onsy
Johnny Nelson
Woodside
Michael
Aittio
Nelson
Hans Homl
Women OF China
Singer Manufacturing Company
Broadway
Parla
Singer Sewing Machines
Uhia
Singer
United States
Bo Bummel
Reson
Colum Dis
Pupli
New York Journal
Finrdener
Billy
Dena
Clara
Grace
Jensle
Clare
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