First Mogul Locomotive Design Sparks Skepticism and Triumph
A historical account describes the development of an early mogul locomotive. Master mechanic and designer face doubt as a trial train of 150 cars proves the new design’s power. Despite initial opposition, the engine demonstrates remarkable capability, influencing later Pennsylvania Railroad practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pultead
Tenia
Toe Wright
Ind
Wan
Thie suMachne
Dante Gillie Ditts
Lnter
Portunawly
Peanehesay
Muster Techanic
Broad
Alours
Tomn
Abe
Cher Wests
Tole Oo
May Mare
Pennsylvania
Halirsad Ecomat
Benlen Mhleh
Ancient Mouse Catcher Parson’s Antiquities Exhibit
A London Telegraph scribal note describes a Society of Antiquaries room exhibit in Athens with a mixed collection. It highlights a rubbings archive, private life wills and apprenticeships, and old calendars, with letters and receipts showing early estate handling and religious texts. The piece notes economically modest items, including a tale of a mouse catching tale and ancient instruments, concluding with a request to forward a list to a scholar.
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Ppro
London Telegraph
Parsons
Society OF Antiquarés
Athens
Lure
Wuther & Rte
Seoul
Monee
Jewelry in Wales Roman Era Valuables Found Near Khayader
A fragmentary report describes a Roman period jewelry find near Khayader including a gold ring with onyx and a gold necklet. Valuation suggested £56 to £100, with experts to appraise, and proceeds offered via a local sale.
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Birmingham Pont
Edie
Hew
Ecu
Maraton
Brat
Fen
Liu
Babcock
Frost's
Ave
Cave
Remarkable Geyser Display Shocks Californian Town
A Whittier area geyser eruption follows a farmer drilling for irrigation water. At 600 feet depth a jet of water and a towering column rose to 500 feet, with heavy spray and sulfurous flames. The force rivaled a thousand engines, persisting about two weeks with strong flow and expanding fog-like plumes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scientific American
California
Lune
Whittier
Lon Angeles
Orm
Banta Pe Springs
Myere
Wanted help and job ads in Topeka Kansas era
Classified notices seek a young man for rack aid and a fanclub view role at Topeka avenue. white girl needed for domestic work recommended by Harrison’s. agents wanted to sell manicure supplies. salesmen for school furniture express demand. multiple listings mention pay, location, and contact details in Chicago and nearby.
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Pxeneral Seaidbe
Topeka Avenue
Wallliburn
Anan
Holke
Cime
Harrison
Bend
Sumipie
Wunus Noveliya
Kune
Brisk
Petienes Motmi
Dane & Coe Chicago
Wanted and For Sale Early 1900s Classified Ads
Fragmented lines show multiple small ads: WANTED green fall apples and partner for business in Topeka. several help wanted notices for carpenters and a hotel position. numerous FOR SALE listings for livestock, poultry, harness, furniture, and musical instruments. also notices for machines and a piano. Local market classifieds reference Topeka and Peoria areas with varied items and services.
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Plano
Ti Bowman
Topeka Vinegas Works
Munnee Bialnese
Topeka
Wilthering
Peoria
New York
For Rent and For Sale Notices Inquiries in Journal
Classified ads list multiple rental properties and small real estate sales. Furnished rooms on Bo Harrison Street and Quinny Street, unfurnished suites on First Floor, 6 and 8 room houses on East Ith Street and No 400 Nett Street, corner Sixth and Thegin, plus a Chamber Street property with barn. Investments include a business house renting at 6 percent net and First National Bank stock with monthly payments through Mulvaunest.
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Bo Harrison Street
Ught Housekeeping
Quinny St
Uight Housekeeping
Karken Avenue
Lagerstrom
Journal Office
East Ith Street
Monroe
Inett Street
Chamber St
Pew
OM. HK
First National Bank
Bank
Lost and Found Items From a Fragmented Notice Sheet
A jumble of missing items appears with references to a large red cow at 162 W Sixth Street and a partly legible dog description near Thetis Dock. The text includes a cuff button monogram HH and J Hayden, vague addresses, reward offers, and miscellaneous phrases about services and sales. The fragmentary nature suggests multiple classified notices on a single page.
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Sixth Street
G. Heturns
J. B. Hayden
Ankea's Avenue
Stolen or ED-Wemale Tral uae ee aera oe receive 2 yeward
A jumble of names and services appears, listing medical practitioners, a homeopath, an attorney, a storage firm, and various trades in Topeka. It mentions Harding Eva, a private hospital, a dentist, a photographer, a machine shop, and a bicycle shop with repairs, reflecting a local classifieds snapshot.
Jumbled Ad Fragments From Darling Co and Hague Florist
Fragmentary newspaper items show J C Darling Co offering rubber stamps and seals with phone contact in Kansas, while J R Hague Florist advertises flowers and perches at 7 Kansas Ave with a phone line. Other scattered lines mention stamps, seals, and stencils plus eye services and silverware.
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J. C Darling CO
T. Kan
MBS
J. R Hague
Florist
Sugceanor
Te Groves
Kansas Ave
Topeka City Council Road Paving Notice
Official notice from Topeka city council dated August 7 announces a recess to pave a block on Seventh Street and to resurfaced roads on Buren and Harrison streets to improve safety. The clerk certifies the copy of the ordinance and its publication in the state.
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of Az Counelt
Tospeka
Topeka
Vian Buren Street
Harrison Street
Chaney
Opeiea
City ordinance outlines special assessment for Tenth Avenue paving
Ordinance 2062 apportiones and levies a special assessment on parcels along Tenth Avenue from Buchanan to Lane streets in Topeka. It assigns lots on Lincoln Street and Lane Street to the cost, details assessments by tract, and requires property owners to pay annual installments with 4 percent interest until fully paid.
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Bay of Topeka
Tenth Avenue
Ners
Eliza Chrieman
J. Im. Singston
Sal
Wm. Macferran
Maeferran
Ke ‘Macferran
E. Maeterran
Bam Tc
Mortion Sam
J. G. Morrison
Ke Seayston
Beth Ie
Cisbariea
Thenae
Viet
Meee Fee
D. H
Lincoln Street
D. 1
Northwee Corner
Vermont ‘Savings
Vermont Savings
Lane Strew
Vermont Savings Investment
Pen Savini Ao
Lane Street
Santerty
Manson
Bern
Neo Peregsyar
Serdar
Saphet Rebeka
Topeka Ordinance on City Debt and Election Provisions
The document outlines a city ordinance detailing bond authorization for a public works project, including funding through city revenue, interest rates, election timing, and a public vote. It lists ward by ward polling places, precincts, and officials involved in adoption and attestation, with approval date and political jurisdiction.
Muriatic Acid Bath Incident At City Paint Store
A bottle of muriatic acid at Smyth Brothers paint store exploded during a glass cutting request. Thomas Jacobs, an inmate nearby, helped move a glass carboy causing the injury. Joseph Smyth doused Jacobs with water to save him as the acid rapidly damaged clothing. The scene prompted chaos and a quick exit for all involved.
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Chicago Chronicle
West Side
Smyth Brothers
Uelumes
Thomas Jacobs
Joseph Smyth
Jacobs
Smyth
Humor of the Day Apparent Mockery in Virginia
A humorous exchange shows a caller poking at Mrs Corntsasel about Virginia faults. The line “HUMOR OF THE DAY, VA's too bad” is followed by a quip about Mrs Sressas, suggesting a light insult or teasing tone in a local column or dialogue.
Notice Closing of Registration for Special City Election
Notice from the Office of the Commissioner of Hors Topeke Kansas dated August 5 advises that registration books will close for the special city election on a date in November. The notice asks electors to verify their registration and directs attention to the timetable and eligibility requirements.
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Hors
Topeke
Kan
City Becton
Election Proclamation From Topeka City Officials
Topeka voters receive a proclamation announcing a proposed measure. The notice outlines the authority of the mayor and council and sets forth the question to be decided at the polls. The document emphasizes eligibility and the formalities required for voter participation.
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Royal Voters of
Dee Ee
Topel
Fragmented Topeta street upgrade proposal text
A garbled OCR note outlines street improvements for Topeta city on August 1 and lists segments from Seventh to Twelfth streets and Fillmore to Wheten Avenue. It references widening, basements, and utility work, with unclear dates and multiple street names, and mentions the need to hear objections and approve the project.
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Topeta
Pextag Timate
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