The Ascendancy of Japan in World Affairs
An extended profile praising Japan's rise as a modern naval and industrial power. It highlights Japan as a belligerent yet disciplined nation, its rapid shipbuilding, industrial growth, and growing influence in Asia and beyond. The piece notes Perry’s 1854 visit as a turning point, Japan’s orderly society, strong patriotism, and readiness to adopt Western methods while retaining cultural identity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Korea
Aneticn
Korem
Manchuria
Rueda
Ja- Faun
Russia
Posseasion
Kofee
Yalu
Port Arthur
Vislivestok
Tittewian Adicrs
Koren
Jonan
Finiah
Hitler
Iran
Inland Empire
Seamien
Commodore Perry
Walter
Bome
Tur Find
Grimasy
France
Aopen
Jinan
Prominent Japanese Statesmen and the New Era
Tristram W. Wilcox profiles Japan’s leaders, noting prime ministers and ministers, navy officers, and the rise of a modern, knowledge-seeking nation. The piece contrasts Western influence with Japan’s rapid adaptation, skepticism of religious forms, and the drive toward maritime power and global stature. It highlights youth in government, military training, and a cultural shift toward honesty and civilization upon Western principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yokohama
Jupia
Europe
Antwerp
Am Ho
Japan
Helg
Croush
Dusinape Mattara
Orient
Patagonian
Uea
Tristram W. Wilcox
Fragmented notes on medical myths and Irish history
A garbled column recalls quack remedies using a knee-tap fork, Irish witness Patrick Hayes aged 108 recounts 1706 French fleet activity, Paris tree hospital for boulevard recovery, tall man Lewis Wilkies claimed at 8 ft 11 in, a Pennsylvanian patent for an inclined elevator, and London police court judge Garrett condemns rising female drunkenness with limited context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rman
Justice Garrett
Southwestern Police Court of London
Honors of Scotland's Crown and Scepter Tale
The historic Honors of Scotland crown scepter and sword rest in Edinburgh Castle. A daring escape in 1652 hid the regalia for months, aided by Lady Grainger who smuggled the key, concealing the jewels in a cloak and a maid's lint. Returned to the castle years later, the relics were celebrated again under royal procession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edinburgh Castle
Robert the Bruce
Edward I
England
Bruce Himseclf
Scone
Earl Marischal
London
Ogilvie
Fortings
Kineff
Christian Grainger
Olivie
Hn Keith
Earl Mariedhal
Charles
Paris
Mrs. Grainger
Kiso
Charles Stuart
Sir John Keith
Honore
Queen Anne
Georges
Walter Scott
George TV
Kinely
Holyrood
Keener
Celtic Society
A President Steyn Romance Revealed in Early Years
A historical note recounts President Steyn and his wife, tracing his youthful fascination with a girl he met at 12, her maturation over six years in Europe, and his eventual proposal and marriage after his legal studies. The tale frames the couple as the current Mrs Steyn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steyn
Sal
Europe
Eojourn
South Africa
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Devil Wornbin
Tsan
PLC
Great Britain
United States
Empire
Brille
Pacific
Tta
Timost
Tokyo
Pacife
States
East Indies
Mediterranean
Yoko
The
Ispaneen
Duke Konoye
Kabayama
Mayame
Marquis Yamagata
Marquis Turmsestate
Pete
View Katsura
Minker
Marquis Talgo
End Schitd
Qeutt Kubayama
Mr. Katacki
Civien Tot
Tan
Ita
Neerine
Li Hung Chans
Luster
Par
Count Matsukata
Marquis Samen
Hi. Saito
Ake
Sako
Bates
Patrick Hayes
Kerry
Ireland
Cardiff
Heche
Wolf Tone
Mayes
Seine
Lewis Wilkies
Scotland
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