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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1898
Page
4
A Warren, Pennsylvania article profiles Johnny known as Kualokai in Nawiliwili Kauai Hawaii. It details his diving skill lobstering and hunting feats including duck theft days and fearless cave dives, noting a recent shift to lawful work and respected island-wide prowess.
A new device called a smoke protector provides firemen with a shield of wire cloth and rubber. It straps across the mouth and nose and forces inhaled air through a damp sponge on the outside, allowing entry into smoke for extended periods up to about twenty minutes with goggles sealing the eyes.
A Boston suburban matron, Mrs. Eugene Belden, proves markswoman skill in Maine. She shots bottles, then a deer and a fox during wilderness hunts, wearing non traditional woods attire but showing practical, sportlike dress. Belden belongs to Buckfield Fur Club and draws praise from local shooters.
The inventor states the goggles allow a person to remain in dense smoke for fifteen to twenty minutes. Firemen often leave a burning site due to smoke rather than flames, and the device has proved successful in mines and workshops where smoke is present. It may save lives and property though it does not enhance appearance.
An article reflects on the fading Hapsburg dynasty with Franz Josef’s aging reign and rumors of Crown Prince’s death. It then shifts to Mrs. Belden's hunting camp adventures in Maine, detailing her silent, efficient attire, camp life, daily treks, and her skill with a rifle and still-hunt techniques.
The article surveys Emperor Franz Josef I of Austria Hungary as a strong but aging ruler. It notes his long reign since 1848, his role in keeping the empire together amid diverse ethnic groups, and his mixed legacy with military and political reforms. It also profiles sculptor George Julian Zolnay, tracing his path from Paris to Vienna and Chicago, culminating in his US career.
In Galveston, the artist Zolnay rose to fame with 1836 Texan Revolution busts, then gained acclaim for portraits of Beethoven Mozart Schumann and Chopin. He developed a durable marble-like compound reducing production costs and created the Sam Davis bust for the Nashville Centennial and pediments for the University of Virginia buildings.
Lejeune, aide to Berthier, Davout and Oudinot, defies his post to deliver an essential order in a perilous Alpine assault. Facing 200 guns, he crosses 100 steps of open fire, earning a hero’s fate by delivering the command that saves the battalion and shapes his young career.
John Boise of Topeka recalls William McKinley as a boy in Youngstown when he rode a horse for Boise and won a race for a $1 stake with $5 promised if victorious. Boise says the lad asked his father for permission and then won the race and many more since.
A Ramsport City woman writes from a Yukon River Klondike camp detailing pervasive dirt on skin and clothing despite washing, the tough gear and hitching prices, and a cramped log cabin for eight hundred dollars. She notes a meeting to block a steamer from delivering provisions and observes a mix of professionals among residents.
The newest trimming for the season is narrow fringe reminiscent of mothers and grandmothers gowns. Fashionable women wear real and imitation jewels from head to toe with jeweled effects on dresses. Light velvet gowns feature cut steel or silver passementerie ribbons and beaded lace.
C B Luffman discusses Spain and its girls of Seville noting Carmen as an emblem of charm. He claims Spanish women often appear black eyed and dowdily dressed and asserts that goodness is rarely seen in their faces.
An old note suggests easing a bath fearful infant by covering the tub with a blanket and lowering the baby onto it gradually to reduce distress during bath time.
Parisian fashion features belts crafted from violets roses and pansies sewn onto silk elastic. The belts use matching silky bands and are secured with a jeweled buckle or velvet rosette. Sold at a high price of 10 dollars each.
A list of old wardrobe cautions covers muddy day petticoats cheap jewelry florid complexions conspicuous bicycle outfits and mismatched accessories. It warns against flashy daytime diamonds worn linen collars with dressy frocks or worn shoes with elaborate outfits and tattered gloves.
Mrs. Latawana Flateau of Dallas Texas is crowned champion female wing shot at the American National Rules meet in July 1897 in Dallas. She made thirty nine of fifty targets at twenty eight yards establishing a remarkable record.
In frying croquets roll in bread crumbs while in baking croquets finish with well buttered crumbs. The guidance contrasts crust methods for fried versus baked croquets.
The unpublished Nye letter to Frank Carpenter depicts Nye on a farm summering with friends and mentions blackberries and a self mockery about bees. He jokes about Pullman cars and a Queen Anne hive, recalls Vanderbilt, farming success, and a risky bull encounter with a racially charged aside.
A comedian recalls a half season wait for a promised small part. A young woman negotiates for garments as a guest speaker jokes about the value of a minor role versus a larger slice. The dialogue hints at show business frustrations and practical needs.
A reader notes a veil tying method to prolong wear and ease of arrangement. The piece then reports New York women’s push for clean theater programs and a harsh critique of The Conquerors as offensive drama from the theatrical trust.
The document describes multiple seized properties in Warren and Forest counties Pennsylvania. It includes a long leasehold on eight hundred sixty acres for oil purposes in Limestone, with buildings and machinery listed, plus additional parcels in Spring Creek and Columbus townships. Actions are taken in execution for the benefit of Oil City Trust Company and Byron Walton.
Long, formal description of land parcels in Pittsfield Township including multiple tracts totaling 114 acres 121.5 acres and 35 acres, with improvements such as barns and a dwelling. Notes mineral reservations for M C Egbert, and a village section comprising half an acre. Also references to prior ownership, tax history 1890 1891 and a 1892 treasurer's deed to K Brooks. Unimproved status stated for all parcels.
In Bear Lake borough and Pittsfield township Warren county Pennsylvania a series of property sales conducted at suits of C T Bordwell and others describe parcels along Greeley street at the north east and north west corners of Bordwell lands, containing about half an acre each with two story houses and barns. Additional acreage includes five acres improved with a two story dwelling and barn.
Electricity powers large German farms via small streams and a canal fed dam driving a turbine. Dynamos feed a switchboard distributing light and power to farm buildings. Average sixteen horsepower fuels threshing. twelve horsepower runs a sawmill. machines for pumping water and ditching save labor and enhance farm convenience.
Steuben County New York farmers expect 10 to 16 tons per acre with seed and harvest costs at $20 per acre. At $10 per ton for factory buyers, profits per acre reach $25 to $48, with 2,500 acres required for plant supply and annual gross from $25,000 to $48,000. Factory costs four months yearly reduce this to projectors' profit.
Discussion notes that self propelling steam engines on roads are less popular now. Lighter eight to ten horsepower engines on trucks can be drawn by farm teams and cause less road disturbance. Higher cost heavier weight and bridge damage reduce appeal. Charcoal boosts turkey feed efficiency by absorbing gases and reducing acidity in digested food.
A chic blouse features drap d ete fabric in Siberian green with a velvet yoke and cuffs. Velvet ribbon frill complements the shade while a fitted lining closes at center front, then attaches to the full blouse and decorative yoke.
In effect November 28 1897 the schedule lists stations from New York to Oil City with morning and evening departures. It includes Rochester Niagara Falls Youngsville Pittsfield Grand Valley Titusville and Oil City with arrival times and daily service notes for Sundays and weekdays.
Train 5 departs Dunkirk 3 30, Falconer 4 43, Warren 5 35 and reaches Titusville 6 55 pm. Train No. 2 in a mandate 42 pm connects with N L E W Ray at yee Junction for all east. D C Moon superintendent Dunk H LB eg general agent No 208 Exchange St Buffalo N Gro H Daniels general passenger agent New York City.
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