Russian Explorer Tracks Unknown Novaya Zemlia Isles
An adventurous Russian naturalist Ix Lossilof, three years into a five year study of Novaya Zemlia, winters near Archangel with a small team, discovers three new islands including Possiet island, and reports rich mineral and animal findings. He notes harsh seas, open water in 1899, and hopes to unlock resources while mapping the largely blank interior.
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Jis
Ix. Lossilof
Oss
Novaya Zemlia
Novaya Zemilin
Archangel
Europe
Willem Tarents
Novaya Zemlisa
Iro
Nossilos
St Novaya Gemlia
Ara Sea
Unrentable NY Building With Short Occupancy
A livery real estate agent notes unrentable buildings in New York often attract brief tenants and bad reputations. One corner property on Second Avenue stands bright and solid yet has been vacant for six months after prior tenants left quickly. Nearby old structures remain occupied despite higher rents and poorer upkeep.
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New York
Second Avenue
Tennyson Appearance Captures Poet’s Dignity in Autumn
Sir Edwin Arnold notes Lord Tennyson’s handsome, aged visage with a noble, commanding presence. Despite his eighty two years, his hair remains dark with silvered threads, and his alert spirit and keen gaze endure as he conversations begin without ceremony in cool weather.
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Lord Tennyson
Edwin Arnold
Royal lap dogs in royal households and tales
The piece recounts Mary Queen of Scots cherished lap dog at Fotheringhay Castle and its loyalty after her execution. It notes lap dogs as male and female companions, and a tale of Anne Boleyn pressuring Dr. Boleyn to trade for the pet, plus a brief Puck quip about poker games between father and daughter.
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Mary Queen of
Public Calling for Eli Whitney Monument Fund
A public spirited citizen announces a collection to honor Eli Whitney inventor of the cotton gin. An indignant speaker retorts that money would be better spent on land sale and mocks a monument to peach brandy. Tribune role quoted.
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Eli Whitney
Chicavo ‘Tribune
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Neceshe O Neila
Wovays Zomba
Mercial World
Tennyson
Royal Lap Dogs
Charles
Maud
Papa
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