Symbol of Swastika Research Traces Ancient Roots
A Washington article traces the swastika to ancient origins across cultures. It links the symbol to cross and circle forms in temples, India's zodiacal signs, Mesoamerican ruins, Egyptian discoveries, and various mythic interpretations, noting its evolution from sacred emblem to a modern lucky charm.
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Washington
Cygnus
Misalesippi
India
Switzerland
Sistres
Algeria
Ashantee
America
Former water boy rises to railroad general manager
Patrick Henry Houlihan, longtime rail executive, has assumed the role of general manager for two big systems with headquarters in Chicago. Born 1855 in Ottawa Michigan, he began as a water boy in 1870 and climbed through numerous posts including trainmaster and superintendent before becoming general superintendent of the Toledo St Louis and Western and of the Chicago and Alton on January 1, 1908.
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Chicago
Patrick Henry Houlahan
Chicago & Alton
Toledo, St. Louis & Western
Honrahan
Mr. Houlihan
Ottawa
Ottawa, Oswego & Fox River Valley
St. Louis
Burlington
Missouri and Kansas
St. Louis, Arkansas & Texas Railway
West Division
Hannibal & St. Joseph Railroad
Houlahiii
Chicago & Alton Railroad Company
Small Share of Exports From Our Manufactures
A historical report notes that about five percent of annual US manufactured output valued at 15 billion dollars is exported. After deducting crude items such as copper oil and its products iron and steel products, only about three percent of total manufacturing is exported.
Oldest Park in America in New York City
Bowling Green in Manhattan is cited as the oldest public park in America at 260 years old, serving as the playground for the first Dutch settlers and a historic open space in New York.
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America
New York City
Growth of German Baptists Across 41 States
The German Baptist Brethren report 1,154 churches in 41 states, up 5 percent from the previous tally.
Saved From Maternal Wrath A Child Prays For Water To Stop
A suburban boy named Bobby floods a bathtub while curious. He prays aloud for divine help, then his elder sister turns off the tap saving him from punishment. The tale relies on maternal slipper fears and a humorous rescue.
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Bobby
Italian Seeker Answers Naturalization Question
An Italian laborer applicant, examined by federal civil service commissioners in the federal building, answers most questions correctly. When asked about naturalization he recalls, yes last week, and a puzzled smile lighted his face.
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Civil Service Commissioners
Federal
Philadelphia Ledger
Dropped Coffee Helps Washington Doctor Say Postum Reforms Health
A Wash State physician credits Postum with ending years of periodical headaches and other health issues once tied to coffee. After switching and following the prepared method, he reports clear thinking, weight gain, and renewed vigor. He notes his wife and sister-in-law also improved after switching.
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Wash
Postum
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Pligs
Inventor’s Morning Tablets Upend Alarm Industry
A visionary inventor unveils specially prepared tablets that wake users at a chosen time by ringing the ears. He claims the tablets will boost every family and disrupt the alarm clock trust, with five tablets for five o clock, six for six. The crowd disperses, drawn by the bold claim.
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Alarm Stock Trust
Harper's Weekly
A Few Years Hence Mrs Knickerbocker and Mrs Van Scadds
A dialogue humorously contrasts ancestral immigration journeys. Mrs Knickerbocker boasts of ancestors crossing on the Mayflower while Mrs Van Scadds sighs at slow travel and poor accommodations, claiming her own ancestors arrived aboard the Lusitania in first class.
Matrimonial Repartee
A light exchange between a married couple where he laments his decision and she echoes the sentiment, both expressing regret in a witty back and forth. The bemused banter captures a humorous take on marital life and mutual regret.
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