A Wonderful Railroad Project
Dr. Wellington Adams promotes an ambitious Chicago to St Louis electric rail line using a straight 248 mile route with 100 mph trains and streetcar style locals. The plan features dual power stations, four equal circuits, minimal staff, low fuel costs, and tight safety design to prevent overturns.
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Wellington Adams
New York
Chicago
St. Lewis
Electric Express
Adams
St.Louis
Adame
Wilmington
Edinburg
St. Louis
Ilmington
Vy. Adam
Fleet Mail Carriers In Mexican Mountain Trails
The Indian runners are government employed to carry mail through the Sierra Nevada in Mexico. They bear 20 to 30 pounds at six to seven miles per hour, dressed in white, ghostly against the mountains. They vault between trail bends and maintain a dog trot aided by swift pace, surpassing mules and bullion trains in speed.
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Mexico
Sierra Nevada
Caballero
Taken Captive by Cannibals in New Guinea
English missionary Dr. Montague stationed near the western New Guinea coast was captured by the Tangere cannibals after disappearing last year. He lived as a captive nine months, was rescued by a Dutch steamer, and reported a harsh diet but good health. The tribe ranges along coastlines and inland with abundant resources and a shared language.
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Montague
British New Guinea
Tangere
Dutch New Guinea
Dr. Montague
Prince Frederick Hendrik Island
New Guinea
Montaguy
Hints on Handling Guns From Forest and Stream
A correspondent offers practical safety guidance for youth gun handling. Tips cover never aiming at people, keeping guns unloaded in transit, removing caps or cartridges, avoiding gun draws by barrels, boat safety with limited space, hammerless guns as hazards, and thorough cleaning after use. The piece stresses readiness and care to prevent accidents.
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Forest and Stream
Rkso
The Result of Water Crinix ing
A discussion of how water can cause death when ingested in large quantities. Historical note on bull’s blood poisoning, stomach distension, and the dangers of pure water. Advice favors saline water to reduce injury, with references to trials in Ireland and French wagers.
The Shape of Character We Create and Own
Our life is a structure built from words deeds and experiences. We form a character by thought and action, gaining control in the moment yet ending with an influence beyond our wishes, for which we remain responsible for its formation.
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Edorta
Advices to Mothers Promotes Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething pain and diarrhea in children. It claims rapid relief, stomach regulation, and energy, branding the product as the trusted prescription of a renowned nurse physician. It notes a 25 cent price and wide availability through druggists worldwide.
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United States
Keep Minard's Liniment in the House
A brief admonition urges readers to keep Minard's Liniment at hand to spare future pains and regrets, stressing timely precautionary action.
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Minard
Minard's Liniment Endorsed by Physicians Across Life Stages
An 19th century note extols Minard's Laniment as a versatile remedy used by physicians for various afflictions. The advert claims it withstands cheam and acids and that milk epiacids cause curdling, highlighting its broad culinary and medical uses.
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Colby
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Spirisas
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M. F Smyth
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Ranges
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Arket
Atalogue
Gear & Co
Cwittingats
Overton
James -McIntybe
Fleet Mail
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Varieti
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