Government science aid hailed as vital to public good
A newspaper editorial extols federal support for science and topographical surveys. It cites weather, pest control, and naval testing as proof that government-funded research yields immense public value and far surpasses private effort. It argues a commission for standard color vision tests and naval requirements could arise in Congress.
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Great Britain
United States
Congress
Philadelphia Ledger
Riley
Tramp Abel Kentridge Finds Honest Work and Partners Boost
Abel Kentridge, a poor, ragged youth, meets Mr. Horton who hires him to design and draw. Horton discovers Abel’s patent is legitimate and teams with him after exposing a swindling patent agent. Abel proves industrious on Horton's estate, earning clothing and trust, and gains a chance to build a business around the turbine wheel invention. Meanwhile a family portrait sketch impresses, prompting a warm welcome and new prospects.
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Mr. Horton
Dean
Horton
Abel
Silas Northwick
Abel Kentridge
Northwick
Couse
Philadelphia
Morton
Bella Grattan
Emily
Belia
Mrs. Horton
Lulu
Bella
John
Queensport
Lula
Electric light illuminates Cologne Cathedral and other notes
A London journal reports that Cologne’s new electric lighting fully lights the Cathedral internally and on the spires. Other items describe bloodstone, a Paris observatory, a France made polishing cloth, and the electric light as an insect trap. A fanciful tale from Lactia ends with a king and prince gaining control via a weather plan and an ice cream empire.
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Louvre
Paris
Tait
Edinburgh
Lactia
John
Lactie
Royal Milkhouse
Not So Bad Relief Ad From Historic Chronicle
An old advertisement extols Dr Fenner s Golden Relief for neuralgia toothache headache and many pains with a sample bottle at 10 cents. It mentions dark band those remarks about curing after a candie and a princess with blotches using a spring blossom product. Wedding next week testimonials. Prices show trial bottles 10c and sale by A J Davis.
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Fenner
Wells & Noyes
Belnap & Blodgett
Gale
A. J. Davis
Many
Ad, Davis
How to Dress a Turkey for Market
A practical guide from poultry men on preparing turkeys for Christmas markets. It covers fowl handling, slaughter, feather removal, evisceration, cooling, skin protection, and packing to maximize price per pound.
Dr Swayne's Ointment Promises Cure for Itching Skin Ailments
An old advertisement touts Dr Swayne's Ointment as a universal remedy for itch skin and scaly eruptions including tiching, moist symptoms, and conditions like ringworm and barber's itch. It claims many tests prove a sure cure and lists druggists as sellers. A second verse promotes Rheumatic Electric Oil as a comfort for ailments.
Business Principles Cough Honey Advertisement
An old advertisement promotes Dr. Ferher's Improved Cough Honey claiming quick relief for coughs and head cold. It offers a sample bottle at ten cents and notes a February date.
Adams and Jefferson reminiscences on early US politics
The piece recalls Adams era alien and sedition laws, the rise of judges under a new twenty four seat court, and Jefferson's furious reaction to Adams appointments. It cites Marshall’s midnight commissions, Lincoln’s midnight visit, and a quarrel over inauguration courtesy. Also notes Adams exit and Marshall’s Republican-era reputation.
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John Adams
Congress
Vermont
Matthew Lyon
Adams
United States
Jefferson
Senate
John Marshall
Marshall
Gen
Knox
Bath
Adam
Levi Lincoln
Massachusetts
Lincoln
Marshal
White House
Washington
Adama
Alford
Miner Survives Snow Slide Using Tin Pan Trick
Arthur Fitzpatrick recounts a mining district miracle where a miner with companions slid down a snow covered slope on a tin pan blanket. The man strapped his rifle and gear overhead, was pushed by a partner, and sped 60 miles per hour into the valley. The pan melted from friction as his blanket caught fire, narrowly avoiding disaster.
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Pittsburgh Telegraph
Arthur Fitzpatrick
Colorado
Continental Divide
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