Unknown Parts of the Earth in a German Geography Review
In the Glo Dua periodical Rudolph Andree argues the nineteenth century was a century of discoveries but still leaves vast terra incognita. He highlights unknown north of the pole routes, Tibet, Niger to Tidikelt region, Congo sources, and southern Madagascar, noting many areas in North America and Alaska remain largely unexplored.
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Glo Dua
Rudolph Andree
North Pole
Niger
Oasia
Tidikelt
Lenz
Berth
Duveyriers
Congo
British Central Africa
West Africa
British East Africa
Madagascar
North America
Alszka
Africa
Unknown polar and global frontiers mapped in 19th century quest
The article surveys vast gaps in geographic knowledge across the Arctic and southern regions. It notes limited northern discoveries from Wrangel Land to Spitzbergen and Greenland, then details sparse data for Ellesmere and Grinnell Lands, and extensive unexplored coastlines of Baffin and South Africa, Australia, and South America. It highlights upcoming expeditions and the broad unknowns that persist despite survey efforts.
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Wrangel Land
Est
Spitzsbtergen
Fram
North
Greenland
Lockwood
Cape Washington
Peary
Independence Bay
Cape Bismarck
Bayer
Grinnell Land
Ellesmere Land
Parry Archipelago
Baffin
Lkely
North Polar
South Polar
South Pole
James Ross
Victoria Land
Borchgreyink
Ross
Cook
de Gerliche
Weddel
Rosa
Norway
Biberia
North America
Alaska
Blind Man Sees at English Bridal Altar
A cable from London reports a nobleman born blind regains sight as he leads his bride to the altar. The bride is described as fair with blushes and a white wedding gown. Observers note the romance and contrast with cynics who question such cases, noting similar stories in history.
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Cable
London
St. Louis
Dewey Arch Demolished in Madison Square New York
Demolition of the Dewey arch last week under the streets and highways department leaves Madison Square with a bare plaster skeleton of victory figures. Spectators collected as wreckers toppled ornate columns, woodwork coated in star gilding peeled away, and debris piled on the sidewalk while traffic resumed. The piece ends with a lament on city ventilation and urban living conditions.
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Department of Streets and Highways
Madison Square
New York
Manila Bay
Spectatora
Interior cities rely on sea access to keep trade flowing
Lyman E. L. Cooley warned engineers at Michigan that interior cities will lose commerce unless ships reach their doors. He argued these towns are production hubs and midway points for rail and water shipment of farms, factories, forests, and mines. The passage reflects concerns about transport networks shaping regional prosperity.
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Lyman EL Cooley
University of Michigan
Loco Weed Threat to Western Texas Livestock and Sparse Immigrant Traffic
Heavy spring rains raise loco weed growth in western Texas causing cattle and horse fatalities from poisoning. Immigrant arrivals surge in New York with 450000 registered this year, driven by southern European migration. California asparagus and oranges gain favor abroad while Australian dance coupons curb nonparticipants.
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Texas
New York
Europe
California
London
Great Britain
England
Australia
Immense Grade Balance and Export Outlook 1900
New York economist Holland notes secrecy in American purchases by British and continental buyers. He forecasts the 1900 export report to show U S exports exceeding 1899 by about 200 million, with total 1900 exports not less than 1.5 billion dollars. He also cites an apparent trade balance of around 650 million dollars in America's favor.
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Holland
New York
United States
Rat Leads to Discovery of Arizona Gold Mine
A rat allegedly led N. R. Ingoldsby to a rich gold deposit near the San Pedro river in Arizona after missing items from his camp prompted an investigation. A gold quartz fragment appeared following the rodent’s visit, tracing to a promising mine. Governor Pingree opposes celebrity names and cigarettes.
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Rai
N. R
Ingoldsby
Arizona
San Pedro
Morgan Cannot Succeed Moody Says London Dispatch
A London dispatch reports Rev. G Campbell Morgan resigned to take up the real work of the late Dwight L Moody. The passage implies Morgan would be Moody's successor, a suggestion the piece says is impossible as no one can wear Moody's mantle.
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Moody
London
G. Campbell Morgan
Dwight Ly Moody
Morgan
Mr. Moody
Mr. Morgan
Japanese minister Tokabira urges progressive ties in Washington
Kogoro Tokabira, the new Japanese minister in Washington, is described as belonging to the progressive school of his countrymen and fluent in Austrian, Italian, and Dutch. Isabella, ex-queen of Spain living in Paris, seeks permission to return to her homeland after a twenty three year banishment.
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Kogoro Tokabira
Washington
Austria
Italy
Holland
Isabella
Spain
Paris
United States Tops Global Mineral Wealth Report
A London home office report on miners production places the United States first in world mineral wealth for the past year with about 720 million dollars in product. Great Britain is second with 400 million, and Germany third with nearly 250 million.
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Home Office
London
United States
Great Britain
Germany
Manchester Duke Marries Miss Zimmerman in Quiet London Ceremony
The Duke of Manchester wed Miss Helena Zimmerman at Marylebone parish church in a secluded ceremony managed by Canon Baker. The bride is Eugene Zimmerman of Cincinnati's daughter, with opposition from families leading to a near secret union. The couple left for Tenderagee Castle after the event. Eugene Zimmerman, Cincinnati railroad executive, is heir to a fortune estimated at 8 to 15 million dollars.
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Duke of
Manchester
Helena Zimmerman
Marylebone
London
Canon Baker
Eugene Zimmerman
Cinch
Cincinnati
Hamilton
Go Improve the White House Renovations to reshape historic residence
Winter plans call for more than doubling White House rooms with a 2 million dollar overhaul. A commissioned plan, largely following Mrs. Harrison's earlier kitchen cabinet idea, will begin constructive work soon. King Victor Emmanuel of Italy seeks a privy council resembling a kitchen cabinet alongside his ministry system. Grampus, a steam whaler, arrived in San Francisco from Alaska with 27 000 pounds of whalebone and oil from thirteen whales.
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White House
United States
Harrison
Italy
Victor Emmanuel
Victor
San Francisco
Unalaska
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Thibet
Nain Singh
Do Rhing
Prechewatsk
Hedin
Taruk
Himalaya
Ganges River
Bhutan
Tsangpo
Brahmaputra
Arabia
German Empire
Luna
Earth
Lo Morvan
France
Canada
Labrador
Great Rivers
Lakes
South America
Andes
Peru
Bolivia
Venezuela
Guiana
Arnhem Land
West Australia
South Australia
Asia
Australl
Dewey Arch
Supreme Justice
Stephen J. Firid
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
San Praneizca
William Syme
Pingree
Michigan
Wolverine
Arer
Helena
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