Opposition to oil pipelines and rise of Rockefeller era
The article recounts early resistance to wooden oil pipelines led by steamers and teamsters, noting failed attempts in 1802 and 1865, and the shift toward modern transport. It highlights production growth from 21 million gallons in 1860 to 13.44 billion in 1917, with gasoline as the primary derivative and fuel oil seen as promising.
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John D. Rockefeller
United States
Belgiums proud of cities and their ancient bells
The London Evening News notes Belgian patriotism centers on city love rather than nation alone. Antwerp Bruges Brussels Ghent Louvain Ypres shaped by walls gates bells and belfries, the crowning symbols of urban pride and historic wealth.
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France
Winchester
Canterbury
Lowover
London Evening News
Belgium
Antwerp
Bruges
Brussels
Ghent
Louvain
Ypres
Flanders
Bratant
First to Teach Deaf Mutes in America
The first American institution for the education of the deaf and dumb was founded in Hartford in 1817 by Dr. Thomas H. Gallaudet, who was born in Philadelphia 181 years ago. He led the Hartford school until 1830 before retiring due to ill health, with note of earlier European efforts by Pedro de Ponce in 1570 and the first British school in Edinburgh in 1773.
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Orst American Institumen For
Hartford
Thomas H. Gallaudet
Philadelphia
St Yate
Andover Theological Seminary
Andover
America
Hartford Institution
Pedro de Ponce
Spain
Edinburgh
Influence of Good Books on Character and Hope
A reader notes that children who love good books are less prone to envy, malice, and selfishness, fostering tenderness and unselfishness. The piece cites a Office of Man or writer on good character, and quotes Robert Louis Stevenson on friendship giving life meaning. It argues that love for literature sustains hope as long as one has a friend and a good book to cherish.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Safe robbery at Western Mechanical Company reported
California burglars attempted to force open a safe at Western Mechanical Company. They broke into the garage after burning hinges, hoisted the safe through a skylight, hauled it to a canyon and lifted cash and Liberty bonds totaling 1,500 dollars. Los Angeles Times reported the incident.
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California
Burelars
Western Mechanical Company
Los Angeles Times
Fort of Sydney Harbor Rated One of World's Finest Ports
Governor Philip in 1788 praised Port Jackson as a premier harbor. The port spreads 15 miles inland with a 200 mile coast, depths up to 60 feet near shores, and two main channels at the entrance. Sydney Harbor already features extensive wharves and rail links and is poised to become a major entrepot for Southern trade after the war.
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Phillip
Port Jackson
New South Wales
Arthur Phillips
Storl
Sydney Harbor
Australia
Great South Head
Sydney
Aaint Protection and Its Economy
Preservation of structural materials through paint is vital for conserving natural resources and keeping communities looking their best. Oil paint creates a durable elastic film with wear resisting particles, costing little per square foot while protecting surfaces for years. The piece cites an American clapboard example preserved for over two centuries by regular painting, noting hidden areas once used by smugglers and later the home of celebrated figures.
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India
America
Dorothy Quincy
Effect of Color on Paint Durability in Dwellings
Property owners planning painting projects should note that tinted paints yield more durable results. The discussion highlights that durable outcomes arise when pigments are incorporated into a high grade white paint base, with emphasis on deep ground and machine integration of permanent materials.
Surface Preservation and Material Longevity
The text discusses saving the surface to prevent disintegration and decay, noting that surface protection lengthens the material’s life. It mentions protecting against degradation and implies a focus on surface treatment as a means to extend durability.
The Right Man in a Comic Exchange
A brief humorous exchange recalls Miss Highstrung’s rumored marriage plans and a jest about a soldierly suitor. The Boston Daily Transcript notes a witty remark that a man who handles war should be able to cooperate in peacetime.
The Painters Best Friend From Linseed Oil
An old description extols linseed oil as the painter s best friend due to its properties as the binding vehicle for paints and dry substances when dissolved in water. It emphasizes linseed oil s great value and cost efficiency for artists.
Phonetic Spelling And The Study Of Speech Sounds
The passage discusses phonetics, its aims, and why phonetic spelling aids clear pronunciation of mother tongues and other languages. It notes the value for philology students and cites the widespread advocacy by scholars. It highlights the association internationale phon tique alphabet established between 1835 and 1883, proposed by Paul Edouward Passy.
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Association Internationale Phonetique
Paul Edouward Passy
Auto had lost its soul in speed trial misadventure
An owner accused his Mivver of reaching 32 miles an hour prompting a speed trap in which the magistrate warned the driver of a $25 fine and loss of the car if it could reach that speed. The officer returned with the prisoner to report the car could not move. The car was damaged in a garage checkup and the owner was fined $25 after claiming justice had fled.
Shooting Into Space and the Limits of Projectile Reach
The article discusses whether a projectile can reach space, citing Major J Maitland Addison and a Royal Artillery paper. It notes a velocity threshold near 5 miles per second and explores trajectories that could place a weapon into orbit or space, contrasting theory with observed gun performance.
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Paris
J. Maitland-Addison
Journal of the Royal Artillery
Resemblance Quip Reflects Boston Transcript Wit
A brief exchange where Mr X compares his wife to a Greek slave, quipping she was sold at suction. The line reveals a sharp, period voice and humor typical of early 20th century newspaper witticisms.
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Mr. X
Boston Transcript
Fragmentary Line Contains Misspelled Air Society Phrase
A highly garbled OCR fragment shows partial dialogue or caption referencing air society. The readable bits are unclear about persons, places, or events, making a definitive summary impossible beyond noting corrupted text.
Birds Worth Preserving in North America
The article argues for protecting migratory birds like the upland plover, noting they are insectivorous and beneficial to agriculture. It warns against wholesale destruction, cites federal law allowing year round closed seasons to aid rehabilitation, and urges not to shoot these birds. It also mentions limited exceptions and the precarious fate of some migratory game birds.
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North America
Grant Refused to Answer on Absence from Washington
During Grant's administration a movement urged the president to inform the House what official acts he had performed while away. Grant replied that he had, like his predecessors, often been absent from the seat of government but continued to discharge all executive duties and powers wherever he was. He asserted no failure occurred in exercising required acts.
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Grant
Washington
House
Appomattox
United States
Waxing wooden dishes for impervious coating
The article advises waxing wooden dishes to be impervious, using pine or deal with even grain. Heat the dish and wax in a warm oven, melt wax in a water bath, apply evenly, then return to the oven overnight to maximize absorption. With practice, this method saves expense for forge sizes.
Sad World and the Burdens of Good Manners
A reflective piece on social restraint and politeness. The speaker chronicles self-denial at every turn, choosing discomfort, deferring to others, and avoiding intrusion. It portraits a life of cautious courtesy, social insincerity, and the cost of perpetual restraint.
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