Aquidneck’s Dramatic Sea Battle With Whales and Threshers
Captain Slocum aboard the Aquidneck recounts a fierce encounter at sea near Brazil where three large whales faced two threshers or thresh sharks. A mighty whale defended its companions, delivering crushing blows with its tail while a fearless thresher was disabled after a direct strike. The crew observed from close range as the fight shifted, with Brigham Young branded as the prince of whales.
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Aquidneck
Joshua Slocum
Pernambuco
Protector
Hatteras
Delaware
Olaf Anderson
Ship News Office
Wall Street Ferry
Wm. Kaif
Seaman Anderson
Slocum
Brazil
Golden Rule
Brigham Young
Davy Jones
Eve
Brigham
Prince
Dox Adopts a Litter of Kittens in Gainesville
In Gainesville the family of Colonel Chandler reports a female dog adopted and nurses a litter of newborn kittens after a cat was killed on the premises. The dog cares for the kittens, though details of the situation remain incomplete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dox
Gainesville
Eagle
Colonel Chandler
Foster mother’s careful care inspires generous table
A respectful note describes a foster mother who shares meals with her wards, carrying meat to her foster children and refusing to eat until they have finished. The scene highlights her bountiful supply and dedication as she fulfills her duties with quiet generosity.
Soda Locomotive Engines Promised For Street Cars
German chemist Honigman and representative Zimmermann introduce a soda powered locomotive engine that uses diluted soda lye heated to drive steam and transfer heat to a soda solution. Tested on Adams Street line. engines claimed to cut operating costs by about half versus horse power.
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Mr. Zimmermann
Noritz Honigman
Aachen
Germany
Honig
Aacu
Burg
Copenhagen
Denmark
2Icn
Adams Street
New York
Zimmermann
Edward Koch
Honigman
Amusing Peculiarities Of New Congressmen In Washington
A humorous look at freshman lawmakers in the Capitol. One corruptly handles desk seats and stationery claiming ownership of the ground, while another misunderstands the free services, paying at the House Restaurant with a cashier’s check. The anecdotes highlight how newcomers adapt to federal perks and protocols.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Capitol
Waal
House
Health tips and remedies in late 19th century ads
An assortment of medical claims and product pitches for tonics and cures. Ayer s sarsaparilla and Cherry Pectoral are promoted as universal heal-alls for blood purification and respiratory illness. Dr Kennedy s Favorite Remedy is praised for gentleness with nature. Also notes on hair restoration and fashion, plus a crime brief about a fatal stabbing in Greenup County.
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Ayer
Sarah Beinhartt
Victor Hugo
Marion Delorme
Atlantic
Patfords Reil
Edwin Slocum
New Richmond
Allegan County
Mich
Canada Presbyterian Uider
C. Blackett Robinson
Burdoes Llood
Whitney
William Maxwell Evarts
Chicago Herald
J. C. Ayer
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2 Shark
DR. Thomas
Egypt
United States
Canadas
Scranton
Lowell
Mass
Davenport
Iowa
Grayville
Its
Thomas
Rowley
Cla
Hall
West 12Th Street
Ali
Indian Run
Greenup County
Chas. McAllister
Charles Martin
McAllister
Martin
Ely
E. W. Warner
Hudgon Street
Rochester
Charlotte Parker
Waverly
Parker
Pyamia
Marchisi
A.W Moret
Drugeist
GEO. P.gar & CO
Warren, Fpa
Warren County
GEO, P. Orr & CO
Warren, Pa
Beecher & Copeland
Warren
Penn.a
Walter A. Wood
Anson Wood
Ente
Oliver
Gowriecurt
Paris
New Hartford
Beecher & Coteland
Asmith
Kirst National Bank
N. K. Wendledee
Whin DII Boe
G. Grai Ineng
Liberty Street
Hickory Street
Penn’a
T.W. McNett
US. Patent Office
G. A.SNOW_& CO
Patent Office
Washington, D.C
Kwarr & Caste
J. H. Mitchell & Co
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