Aero skiing prototype for polar travel by Bertrand de Lessups
Count Bertrand de Lessups describes an air propelled machine suitable for snow that can reach 15 to 60 mph on firm snow and nearly 100 mph with ski wheels. The shoeshaped chassis, fat metal runners, and springs reduce vibration while a protective metal screen guards the propeller. The device may accompany Shackleton’s Antarctic expedition as a form of aero skiing amid global interest.
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Bertrand de Lessups
Suez Canal
Antarctic
Shackleton
Cuticura Ad And Literary Note From 1913
An 1913 clipping describes a skin eruption treated with Cuticura Soap and Ointment, claiming a three week cure, followed by brief notes on novelist S R Crockett’s marriage and a Chicago shoe shop anecdote about fashion. The items reflect period advertising and literary gossip.
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East Elm St
Streator
Carolne Miller
Cuticura
Dept. L. Boston
Witty Musings On Law And College Advice
A humorous quip notes that a husband invokes his wife’s will as rule and bribes her rarely, while a farm college course won’t teach a young man to sow his wild oats, reflecting lighthearted views on discipline and marriage.
God Working in the World Says Editorial on Providence
An editorial discussion argues that God is immanent in world events from ancient conquerors to modern revolutions. It asserts God guides nations, peoples, and inventions, strengthening leaders like Cyrus and moving events such as the Russo Japanese war and the Irish question. The piece concludes by stating the editorial failed to recognize God’s sovereignty in history.
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God
W Ho, ii
St. Louis
Pompeii
Herculaneum
St Pierre
Galveston
San Francisco
Cyrus
Asia
Habylon
Cty
Tle
Balkan States
Great Britain
Mexico
Whirligigs and Optical Illusions for Easy Toy Fun
Instructions for making simple toy whirligigs from cardboard discs and common materials. Describes rotary motion illusion using black and white rings, mounting pictures on cardboard, and several variants including a bust-sew whirligig, prowheel whirligig, and a vibrating stick design with notches and a central chip.
Doll House From a Cardboard Box by Dorothy Bar
A bat box provides the material for a simple doll house. Instructions show detaching sides, extending the base, adding a center partition, and cutting a doorway. A fireplace mantel can be made with a candy box or stationery, walls can be wallpapered or dyed, creating a two room miniature home.
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Dorothy Bar
Kingdom in Your Midst and the Coming King
The lesson explains that the kingdom of God is not a visible, outward spectacle but exists in Christ's presence and later in the final judgment. It contrasts Pharisaic hopes of a visible kingdom with Jesus teaching that the kingdom is among you and will come in power at his second advent, affecting believers through grace now and judgment then. The study cites Luke 17 and related scriptures, urging recognition that the kingdom is not localizable but active in the living church today.
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Jesus
Morein
Man
Carping
Christ
Noah
Lot
Flood
Jerusalem
God
Isaiah
Demand Is For Able Man In Old Industry
The American Machinist editor notes a big firm seeks a $15,000 man for over a year with no success while executives want two to three assistants and would pay up to 40 a week. A number of $2,000 and $10,000 men are in demand. many workers lack initiative and thoroughness, highlighting the value of a draughtsman who can think and solve problems independently.
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American Machinist
Hoe
Shakespeare Authors Debate Sparks Public Speculation
A fragmented ad filled column discusses whether Bacon wrote Shakespeare works and cites Castle Castoria remedies and Dr Pierre’s Pellets among other 19th century branded items. The piece hints that Stratford’s author remains the favored claim while noting public fascination with fame and cryptic marketing lines.
Remarkablecase of Mrs Ham Shamrock Mo Lydia E Pinkham remedy
A local testimonial proclaims dramatic relief from severe female ailments after taking Lydia E Pinkham Vegetable Compound. The author describes prior pain, insomnia, hot flashes, and fear, then reports improved sleep, appetite, energy, and mood, claiming husband and home life improved. The notice invites confidential advice from the Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co in Lynn Mass.
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Shamrock, Mo
Lydia E Plakhon
Lydia F Pinkham
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