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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1900
Page
8
A fragmented lyric fragment speaks of wind and birds, with lines echoing Robert Louis Stevenson. The piece questions wind's nature and strength, mentioning geese and sounding like a breezy, repetitive poem about the wind’s persistent activity.
Pierre Lavalle, once rich and admired in Paris society, falls into ruin after a failed gamble. A Chilean guide named Alvarado, now a wealthy partner, clears Lavalle’s debts and reveals a fortune between 90 and 100 million francs. He offers Lavalle a share and hints Lavalle’s chance at winning the heart of Anita Pena, amid a tale of charm, betrayal, and high stake finance.
The article recounts the December 12 centennial of Washington as the national capital. It covers the 1790 Potomac-site decision, President Washington selecting Germantown area, and the early, unfinished state of Congress and Supreme Court facilities in 1800. It notes public opinion, the site debates, and the transition to the new capital amid mixed infrastructure.
The article recalls Major Pierre Charles L'Enfant and two surveyors laying out Washington, the plan accepted by Washington. It notes Francis Jeune ruling on promoter profits and cites remarks on the city’s early reputation, plus a critique of fashion and cleanliness in urban wear.
The Financial Times notes overwatering in American stocks with a London case showing the practice. The Colonial Finance corporation Limited, originally valued at £1,500, was promoted for sale in a rising scale of £50,000 and £100,000 with further share sums, illustrating the watered finance trend.
Telegraphs scream of a Manchester duke breakfasting on poached bees and set for a vaudeville act while Count de Cistel lane seeks a 250000 dollar monthly allowance. Earl of Yarmouth roars real mad at Manchester over a cake walk rehearsal, as papers question public taste for titled figures amid wealth and gossip.
The annual report of the Federal Life Saving Service shows 700 shipwrecked people aided at the Bre tions and property losses valued at 3 737 260 with 2 245 800 lost. Fifty three lives were lost out of 3 435 in danger, at a government cost of 1 535 936.
The Exchange laments the decline of polite conduct in schools and public life. It recalls thirty years ago when children were taught courtesy both in class and beyond. It notes a gray haired man giving his seat on a streetcar, contrasting with a bulky boy who stays seated.
At the New York horse show the women riders abandoned high riding hats for simple black derbies. One rider wore a silk hat while others braided hair with ribbons. Gauntlet gloves disappeared and skirts varied from tall to short, marking the end of trailing debit accessories.
A historical note describes the gaekwar of Baroda possessing a battery of artillery with four guns two gold and two silver. The gold pieces are described as finely crafted and mounted on carved wood carriages, reflecting opulent ornamentation.
A California inventor introduces a two blade fruit clipper worn on the thumb and forefinger to sever stems of apples pears and peaches. The design allows one hand to grasp fruit while the other completes stem removal, speeding harvest in large crops.
Fragment describes a fruit severing device with adjustable leverage from two rings, enabling cutting of branches and holding receptacles. The design suggests a clipper that can be transformed or shifted to increase force for severing large stems.
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