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Newspaper

The Visitor

Location

Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1885

Page

4

A STRING OF FISH AROUND FISH COMMISSION NOTES

The article surveys global and U S fishing trends noting halibut supply, Gloucester ships to Iceland, and large fish catches. It cites Maltese fish supply concerns, salmon cannery production, porpoise fishing near Hatteras, and fish import experiments in France and England.

Grand Banks Teahenl Iceland Norway Simms Oxford Darwin Atlantic San Francisco Bay Washington Territory California United Kingdom Canada Russia United States Mulhall Europe Amenes Philadelphia Pacific Cannes Columbia River Mr. Worthington Malta State Department France Hatteras North Carolina United States Fish Commission Aude Herault New Times

Timely Topics From Lol'ar On Public Meetings And Trade

A report from lol'ar describes a recent gathering at Zwille with Mormons and several communities, lasting from morning to night with speeches and religious services and many converts. It also surveys global fish trade, cholera origins, and innovations in noise reduction and industry growth in Australia and New Zealand.

Zwille Ico Amaterdain Groningie Leenwarda Devente Olst Zwolle Omer

Clock Wound Once in 400 Days At New York Jewelers

A 400 day clock exhibited in an uptown New York jeweler's window drew curiosity. The manager explained it winds slowly and runs for about 400 days, with a heavy pendulum weight and a four second tick. The instrument is imported and advertised as the longest running clock.

New York The Mai and Express

Iceberg Echoes and Echo Detection in Fog

Science reports experiments suggesting echoes from icebergs and floating wrecks may be detectable by ships in fog. A tiny surface object could yield a warning, using a trumpet-like device aimed at vessels to produce well-marked echoes from steamers and other craft at notable distances.

Laway

Words of Wisdom and Reflective Maxims

A collection of aphorisms on manners, morals, self control, reputation, and perseverance. It emphasizes good manners, prudent concealing of talent, the value of perseverance, and the dangers of social cracks in friendship and civility. It underscores dignity in labor, civility in recreation, and the heroism of facing fate.

Correcting a Drooping Shoulders Posture Method

In this guidance from Di Lewis a weight on the head, a sand bag of twenty to eighty pounds, is proposed to develop neck and shoulder muscles. Daily half hour sessions for a year aim to straighten posture, improve breathing and voice, and support noble carriage during study.

di Lewis

Predicting Weather From Odd Signs and Animal Behavior

A historic note explains folk weather lore. Distant sights warn of storms. clear stars signal bad weather ahead. red shafts at sunrise predict rain. Swallows high mean fair weather. pigeons and cats offer mixed signs. Heat and poor air flow also indicate upcoming rain.

Lively brokers foregather amid pranks and parodies

A brisk sketch from Harper's Magazine describes the younger brokers at the Exchange engaging in playful rivalries and hazing, from boat regattas and tug of war to mock elections and parodies of Great Bric-a-Brac company circulars. It notes the rowdy humor, gavel battles, and occasional suspensions amid the social mischief.

Central Park Glee Club Chickering Hall Brooklyn Academy of Music Coth Terlor Prince Hohenlohe Sergeant Ballantine Sullivans Morrisseys Great Bric-abrac Company

Old Confederate color bearer recalls last war wound in Baltimore

A veteran in a bar on Baltimore Street shows a tattooed right forearm bearing the Confederate flag. He recalls serving as color bearer for the Twelfth Virginia at Petersburg and being shot in the arm in a final charge, marking his last battle as he saw the flag's cross bars torn by the bullet.

Baltimore Virginia Petersburg Baltimore Limes

Baseball Statistics and Economic Impact Highlighted

The article estimates vast wood consumption and economic value from baseball activity. It notes enormous yearly timber use and a $23,470,345 annual exertion expenditure, plus the physical toll on players including injuries that affect surgical and dental trades. Richmond Baten.

Chicago St. Louis Cincinnati Gustain Richmond Baten

Boston Narrow Gauge Division Departs for Winthrop Junction

Service from Boston to Winthrop Junction via Revere Beach and Lynn depot schedules listed. Times include 6.50 8 9 1 12 m3 1 2 3 4 5 6 20 730.2 with Wednesday and Saturday departures at 9 40 and 11 15. Officials M J Al Berrrick J A YP Buake SLE President Manager.

Boston Boston, Revere Beach and Lynn Atlantic Avenue Winthrop Junction Winthrop Ocean Spray Shirley Street Great Head Cottage H li Point Shirley J. AL. Berrrick J. A. YP. Buake SLE

Fall Arrangement Trains From Boston to Winthrop Junction

Fall schedule shows trains departing Boston for Winthrop Junction at 6 50, 7 30, 8 30, 9 10, 11 12 1, 2 3, 3 80, 474 30, 5, 5 80, 6 dollars and 50 cents, and 7 30, 9 30, 11 15. Trains return from Winthrop Junction to Boston at 6 25, 7 08, 7 88, 8 08, 8 38 and other listed times. Sundays include hourly service from 10 A M to 10 P M for Workingmen's train.

Cottage Hill Shirley Boston Winthrop Junction

Junction Coaches Schedule for Winthrop Paths and Rail Line

Schedule notices from George & Collins list coaches between Winthrop and Junction via Winthrop street and Pleasant streets. Prices range from 6.55 to 12.59 for weekday and Sunday trips. Other coaches run from Magee’s store on Main Street with hourly service from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m including Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Winthrop_and Plea Winthrop Junction Boston Revere Beach Winthrop St Ngttisy le Nice Nenye Magee’s Main St

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