Floating lighthouses may revolutionize naval warfare
William Murray’s steady floating steel structures may transform coastal defense and harbor works. Floating lighthouses or fortresses would sit on deep submerged caissons, resisting wave action and allowing automated lights, movable coaling or storage depots, and offshore torpedo stations.
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York
Willian Edward Murray
Murray
Severnment
Canada
Great Britain
France
Germany
Roosevelt
Murrays
Diamond Shoals
Hatteras
War
Navy Department
Chinaman’s Vote Interview Prank Reveals Language Gap
Two reporters in a large city stage a crude interview with a Chinese shopkeeper about voting rights. The expert reporter orders the novice to use broken English, eliciting a sober refusal from the Chinaman who cites the complexity of suffrage and urges no statement. The prank backfires as the reed of journalism is exposed.
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Congress
Billings
John
United States
London
Parasol fashions show jade and copper handles ornate
A Victorian style market notes rich parasol handles in jade stone, carnellan, agates and copper with pearl, enamel and ivory tips. Elaborate designs include gold clasps and dragonfly or bird motifs, while simpler forms suit younger shoppers. Laundry, perfumes, and washable accessories also rise with summer trends.
Successful Life of Fanny Crosby as Hymn Writer Queen
A reflection on what makes a successful life in the modern era. Fanny Crosby is highlighted as a blind hymn writer who, at 38, is portrayed as achieving a crown of spiritual achievement and peace of mind. The piece contrasts material wealth with inner fulfillment and faith.
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Fanny Crosby
Stafford and Breadalbane Hold Vast British Lands
The marquis of Stafford, in his twentieth year, is heir to a vast domain with the largest rent roll among subjects of King Edward. Over 1,000,000 acres in Munigang and Scotland belong to his father, the duke of Sutherland, while the marquis of Breadalbane remains a principal proprietor, though not covering that total.
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Marquis of Stafford
Edward
Mugiang
Scotland
Duke of Sutherland
Margale
Breadalbane
Milk as a cosmetic: hot milk compresses and baths
A 19th century skincare note advises sun and wind facial care with hot milk compresses, two muslin cloths, and ten minute sessions, plus a milk bath using six quarts to three gallons of milk with hot water. It praises sweet cream applications for affordability, warns against souring, and suggests boracic acid as a preservative to soften skin.
Fashion Notes from a Past Evening Dress Parade
Orchids reappear as dinner decor and bonnets use plaited batiste under hats. Ulster coats revive in smart motor costs, with dark wraps dominating daytime wear. Striped madras suits appeal for boys, while black cloaks trend in luxury wraps. Yokes reemerge in experimental stage as fruits replace flowers at table centers. Taffeta parasols with straw trim to appear at seaside resorts.
Double Photo Frame for Two Midget Portraits
Description of a double photo frame using stout cardboard foundation with two oval openings. The moire fabric is embroidered with ribbon work in golden yellows, greens, and darker greens for stalks. Includes layering with wadding and notes on sizing of the ovals.
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PRRDE
Alberto
Uncle Sam
Steel Torpedo Station
Barro
Jura Stadia
Mthoue
Chinaman
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