Biggest Pickpockets of the GCountry
A reflection on naturalism’s rise in German drama and its impact on art and ethics. The piece argues art should elevate human dignity rather than moralize directly, then shifts to critique of American materialism, money as a supposed badge of character, and the erosion of law against crime in business.
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Germany
Hauptmann
New York
Why Some Lives Spell Failure
A reflective essay argues that success hinges on recognizing human limits and focusing on honest, noble effort. It warns against chasing the spectacular and overreliance on extraordinary means, noting God as the largest factor in life.
Greely Promoted to Major General Commanding Pacific Division
Maj. Gen. Adolphus W. Greely is named commander of the Pacific Division, ending 20 years in signal service. His hard Arctic ordeal in the 1880s prompted the promotion as a second reward for surviving starvation conditions and leading a court martial that executed a food thief among his troops.
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Washington
Adolphus W. Greely
Frederick Funston
Pacific
United States Army
Greely
Cavalry
Winfield Scott Schley
Doesn't Believe in Work Virginian Lingers at Tea
A Virginian who has not worked in ten years roams social teas, inviting himself to gatherings, lingering at Incheon table, and subsisting on lunchroom salads and croquettes with claret punch and tea. An admiring naval officer recalls a London comparable, where a man lives after dark with two suits as his motto.
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London
First Italian woman gains political rights Beatrice Sacchi
In Mantua Beatrice Sacchi, a doctor and professor, becomes the first woman admitted to a polling booth in Italy as no law bars women from voting. Authorities recognize her claim to vote based on lack of prohibition.
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Italy
Beatrice Sacchi
Mantua
Industrial Activity in Japan Grows on Raw Cotton and Machinery
Japan last year imported raw cotton valued at 18,601,298 dollars and machinery valued at 5,520,252 dollars, signaling stronger industrial activity ahead for the country.
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Japan
Gasoline electric car test dazzles Schenectady officials
The first test of a gasoline electric car in Schenectady reached 45 miles per hour on the Delaware and Hudson line between the city and Ballston Saratoga. Officials carried a party from 3 PM, with a return trip completed without delay. Engineers foresee rapid adoption on short-line routes, with the 150 horsepower engine powering electric dynamos and subway style motors beneath a 65 foot coach.
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Schenectady
N. Y
Delaware & Hudson Railroad
Ballston
Saratoga
New York
German Army's New Head Succeeds Schlieffen Motives Moltke
Berlin reports Count von Moltke junior has become chief of the general staff, succeeding Count Schlieffen after 30 years under the Moltke name. At 47, he rose from adjutant to chief aide and now leads Kaiser Wilhelm II's army maneuvers with royal favor.
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Count von Moltke
Berlin
Count Schlieffen
France
van Moltke
Prussia
von Moltke
Count Sc
Noise complaints spark urban campaign against steamship whistles
A New York woman leading a campaign against city noise tallies nightly whistle blasts from steamboats, finding over 2 500 noises on two nights. Four-fifths are roisterous blasts from river steamers. rest stem from skipper laziness and wakeful wharf crews. Other ports with factories show similar issues.
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New York
Laundering Flannels in Winter Techniques
Instructions from the Chicago Inter Ocean describe a winter method for washing flannels using warm water, pure soap, and ammonia or borax. It advises shaking out dust, avoiding rubbing, using a second warm rinse, and air drying to prevent stiffness. Old flannels may bleach with borax and starch water, and ironing is discouraged to maintain fibers and longevity.
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Chicago
Inter Ocean
Hints for Housekeepers From Boston Budget and Beacon
Helpful household tips cover hair brushing, egg shampoo benefits, drying methods, and avoiding sun damage. Advice includes using egg yolk for scalp nourishment, sugar in teapots to prevent musty flavor, cold-water finishes for custards, soda baths for rheumatism, glycerine to remove coffee stains, and umbrella drying to prevent warping.
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Boston
Budget and
Beacon
Raised Doughnuts
A recipe for making raised doughnuts from a warm milk starter to a soft dough. It details timing for rising, mixing in sugar eggs shortening and nutmeg, rolling out, cutting, proofing, frying in hot fat, and finishing with powdered sugar.
Rice and Apple Dessert Recipe Steps
Boil two tablespoons of rice in one pint of milk until tender. Add salt butter and beaten egg yolks. Pare and core several large apples and fill centers with butter and sugar. Place in a deep dish with a little water, bake until soft, then mound rice around and between apples and brown lightly. Serve with sweetened cream.
Pattern Department SHIRT WAIST COSTUME Notices
Ex design for a shirt waist and nine gore kilt skirt patterns Nos 5586 and 5427 in dark blue mohair. Details on pleats fullness and materials serge cashmere cheviot linen canvas with yardage estimates and sizes. Price ten cents each and orders to Pattern Department with size and pattern numbers.
Ladies' House Gown Pattern No 5595
Pattern description for a comfortable house robe with bishop sleeves and high collar. Notes suitable materials cashmere flannel lawn silk and a bias edge with ribbon beading. Includes size 32 through 42 and yardage for size medium. Also a brief humorous quip section about a rich man and crawling.
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