Tragic End of Benga the African Pygmy in New York
The article reports the death of Benga, an African pygmy exhibited in a New York zoo. It traces his life from capture in tropical Africa, brought to the United States in 1905 with Professor Werner, and his years in New York and Virginia. The piece notes his experiences with civilization, education attempts, and a belief in learning, ending with his suicide by self inflicted wound after struggling with imposed schooling and captivity.
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Dew York
Dily
Benen
Pnitel Stara
Samuel
Vurnen
Wien
Choettn
New York Zoo
Africa
Hhh
Mie
Werner Ani
New York
Che
Lator Lw
Howard Coline Orphan Asylum
Vircinli
Thiaces
Coast Forts Under Ocean Defenses Proposed for Washington
A detailed plan describes high seed torpidine coastal forts off Washington and Pacifi rogte to subiarian cabs. Forts at four mile intervals would connect by tunnels telephone and wireless to inland stations and a central Warhington hub. Aerial and sea defenses include torpedo weapons with 1000H cost and periscopes, intended to deter Japanese forces and counter submarines.
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Washington
Wc Ante
Pacife Rogste
Warhington
Mery Tee
Lgedor
Ula Svatem
Jullie
Enel Caiseon
Ahree Jinn
Etteclinn WeRhon
Levine
Art Graze Reading Pay Nily In Farming Efforts
Reading, Nilyo, and Ladiana figures discuss farming skill and display a scene with yellow and white motifs. The description includes painted figures, farm tools, and color symbolism, noting Germany as a reference while muddled by OCR.
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A. Usrnbart
Ladhana
Miles of Cansete Pest Vancouver Mystery
A transcription fragment from Vancouver notes a mysterious pest report. It mentions a shipment, an amount of 4,000,000 rata, valued at 290,100 Whulente, and a projected reach of 462 miles, but details are garbled and unclear about dates or entities.
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Vancouver
Caret of
Raimon
Vaneohinyae
School election results and local social notes mixed
A fragmented report records a school election vote margin of 101 to 107 and lists numerous local social events, visits, and attendance at church gatherings. Names of residents, families, and venues across Parker, Cove, and nearby towns appear with various social and community activities noted.
Cleansing Advice Amid Hazardous Fresh Produce Warnings
A disjointed OCR fragment warns the public about contaminated produce and urges thorough washing of fruits and vegetables before consumption. It emphasizes protecting exposed berries and greens, avoiding cross contamination, and using safe handling to prevent illness.
Women and servant problem in America debated in Chicago meeting
Mary Snow addressed a Chicago audience arguing women should share domestic duties and seek equal social standing. She warned that denial of wages and status harms families and urged recognition of housework as essential labor. Washington reports note coast of California mobilization and potash supply concerns amid wartime needs.
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Chicago
Thane
Mia
Mary Snow
America
Juli
Rook
Trent
Ike
Mies Suede
Chivagn Ormin't
Lang Nin Snow Ie Kipereinar
Kouke
HC Uy
Lung Road
Indian author advises writers on realistic American life
Indianapolis July 1 a notable author urged writers to stick to real American life in fiction. He argued against French or European models and stressed the value of a broad cast of characters, multiple incidents, and truthful portrayals over sentimentality. He recalled personal paths to literacy and advised studying craft in college, law, and language before writing. Paris reports note the government plans to bring 10,000 Italian workers to raise output in Lyons region.
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Indianapolis
Mure
Nietisisan
Anil
Keap
Woenan
Alwar
Mit Con
Mara
Corny
Thom
Internat
Dumas
Heart
Nhat
Shelolson
Thien
Ile
Achnol
Paris
Italy
Lyons
Alcohol policy and plant use in Western Canada future
A view from a former Virginia College principal suggests Western Canada’s prohibition prompts repurposing of breweries and distilleries. He proposes converting plants to manufacture chemical products or other uses, noting concerns about gasoline supply and rising engine fuel costs amid shift away from alcohol.
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Winnipeg
Canada
Vtoxina College
Siggests
Liver-Life Tablets Advertisement Claim
An old advertisement touts Liver-Life Tablets as the best way to relieve catarrhal congestion and liver bile. It promises improved health with a laxative mix and urges purchase at stores for 25 cent packages, phrased with a cheerful sales tone and the slogan Start the Day with a Smile.
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Meson
Yim Sud
Cupid Runs Amuck In Double Wedding At Selayaburg
Selayaburg with about 600 residents witnessed a wedding spree as Cupid aided two couples in a double ceremony led by Rev J P Maupin and Rev Clinton Davidson. Katharine Baxter wed Clarence Hoyt while Raymond Baxter married Miiiés Poort A Newby. Simon Townsend wed Minnie dane Parther and Walter Adams wed Latter Cooper in Jeffersonville.
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Selayaburg
Cupid
Slater
J. P. Maupin
Katharine Baxter
Clarence R. Hoyt
Raymond G. Baxter
Miiés Poort A. Newby
Simon Townsend
Minnie Dane Parther
Clinton David
Christian Church
Walter H. Adams
Latter
Cooper
Jeffersonville
Frank Ogden
Flying Soldiers Make Same Day Trips Between Trenches and London
Fling London reports officers in the British army flying from French trenches to London and back in a single day. One officer left early morning, crossed the channel in an aeroplane, and was in a London Turkish bath under four hours from departure. Another soldier completed the round trip and Turkish bath, then had lunch at a leading hotel before returning to France the same evening.
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London
France
English Channel
Divorce Petition Follows Angora Cat Dispute
Laure French Loney of Lawrenceburg Indiana, 28, filed for divorce from Prank Losey, 36, alleging desertion after a quarrel over an Angora cat given at wedlock. The feud, she claims, escalated when Losey struck the cat with a stove poker, killing MW, and provoking further conflict.
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Lawrenceburg
Ind
Laure French Loney
Prank & Losey
Lanny
Losey
Local Building Supplies Ad Promises Quality Cement and Lime
A compact ad highlights cement blocks lime plaster and cement products with emphasis on right prices and quality. It advertises a phone contact and urges readers to review their supply options for building needs.
Marines Favor History Over Fiction in 1915 Library
Report from barracks librarians shows marines prefer historical or educational works. Shakespeare edges out Cooper, Goldsmith outranks Napier, while popular novels fail to impress.
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Washington, D. i
United States Marine
Gulzat
Marine Corps
Fennimore Cooper
Oliver Goldsmith
Marines Cut Trans Pacific Travel Record
On May 1 in Pekin China Corporal John Alexander and fourteen Marines arrived to join the American legation guard lowering the record for San Francisco to Pekin by the Southern route. They left San Francisco by army transport and, after Guam, transferred to the U S Brooklyn, traveling via Shanghai to Pekin by rail.
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Ayan
Pekin
China
U. S
Brooklyn
Shangha
Shanghai
Electric Starting and Lighting System Ad for Ford Owners
Advertisement for Welch-Smith Eleetriet Company at 232 Court St offering an electric starting and lighting system for Ford automobiles.
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Welch-Smith Eleetriet Company
Court St
Cup of Coffee Headache Cure Ad Claim
An ad copy touts Celery-Mist and coffee as a quick headache remedy. It claims many people find the method pleasant and cheaper than medicines, promising relief for neuralgia cold in the head and grip pains without opiates. The pitch urges buying Celery-Mist at stores.
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