Deep California mine shaft nears great depth and power
A historic California hydraulic mining shaft reaches depths over 3,200 feet with a powerful combination of pumps and water pressure. The article details tunnel progress, underground stations, ventilation, timbering, and the vast capacity improvements promised by hydroelectric and Cornish pumps amid a complex mining operation near Virginia City Nevada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Talon
Cross Company
Bowers
Europe
Herte Mounstains
Germany
Cosblauion
Powatts
Suir
Zallona
Hydenais Pampl
Taboo
Sierra Nevada
California
Grace Pasope
Alana
Piper Thenoce
Dramatic Doings and Theatre Notes In City Openings
Dramatic happenings dominate stages with Marie Jansen resting Joe Emmet returning from Europe and Mrs Scott Siddons opening Adrienne Lecouvreur in New York. Reports mention Karelia Clas Payette play, Jannuschek in De sera Berani, and Lotta's company in Toronto with Chicago appearances. We note wanderings of Mme Modjeska and street chatter about Sardou’s visit while lists of actors, managers, and venues populate the bustling theatre season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie Jansen
Joe Emmet
Europe
Caroline Hill
Chicago
Jeffress Lowia
San Francisco
Actora
Adresaea
McKee Hankin
Lo Cory
West
W. J. Sheridan
McCullough
Sheridan
Karelia Clas
Payette
Jannuschek
Rordence
Scott Siddons
Adrienne Lecouvreur
Wallack’a
New York
Annie Cheltham
Nashville
Hess
Dickinson
Victoria Bo
Sage
Pete
Mme
Judie
Lewi
Ferry
Iaber
Wallac
Mashilde Cottrelly
Masager Mc Gaull
Notabl
Poppa Tiana
Ita
Sardou
Lotta
Toronto
Grant
Lewis Morrison
Joseph Haworth
E. A. McDowall
Incredible depths explored in mining venture described
The article praises the Combination shaft and connected mines as a landmark for geologists and science alike. It notes plans to observe crust temperature changes and highlights the enterprise, patience, and ingenuity required to mine at depths near three thousand feet, with visions of hoisted machinery and dramatic feats for visitors from far regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Varihia
Brande Aay
Mioet
Europe
Dax Deork
Fashions for Fall Emphasize Ostrich Feathers and Dark Skirts
The fashion notes describe fall style shifts toward heavy wool garments, trimmed black skirts with lace or sparrow pleating, and persistent use of ostrich feather hats. Cambric underwear, white and colored mull dresses, and elaborate evening outfits with pearl beads are noted, along with practical waterproof wraps and mohair traveling coats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ila
Asecia
Paris
Teia
Oxford
Ulatera
Sashes and Belts in Rich Crimson and Green Fashions
Glossy descriptions detail deep crimson and moss green ribbons and velvet sashes, lace garments, and belted waists. The article notes half belts, decorative tassels, bows, and ornate trims on mantles, with emphasis on youth and elder wear and elaborate detailing.
Tennis Court Fashion Shifts From Cotton to Wool
Garment trends at the lawn events show woolen materials overtaking cotton for attire. Lawn teams and hats influence the fabric choice as manufacturers adapt to the new preference. The snippet notes a shift in popular weave and color for spring outdoor wear.
Diverse Household Recipes and Medical Notes in Old Journal
Old notes describe recipes for Lenoy Race cake and Trer Beex eggs, plus methods for preserving figs and making Waren Ices. It covers quince liqueur, marrow bone dishes, a medicinal topical for skin eruptions, and a miscellany of household tips with a short poem about love and tasting.
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Firat
New York
Nova
Mare Island
Cal
Gosmoline
The Washing of Me Kismet and Odd Tales Explored
A humorous column fragments tales of family mischief in a lively 19th century style. Jokes about kitchen work and social scenes mix with playful mock debates and classroom vanity. Characters such as Johnny, Miss Vanpelt, and a poet face lighthearted misunderstandings in domestic and urban settings.
Unclear medical patent terms and remedies from damaged text
Fragmented OCR notes list various herbs compounds and names, mentions eczema and dermatitis like chronic skin conditions, chemicals, and care centers. It includes strange phrases and misspellings, with references to doctors, addresses, and unnamed products, lacking coherent narrative or verifiable facts.
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Medan Groend
Ton
Virginia City
Novedammuak
Chollar, Pola, and
Savage Mining
Com Ita
Hobemia
Edtmbta
Onda
Sao
Jaen
Devia
Edward Kyly
Kelly and
Leon
Australia
Mencocepers Company
Ilie Old
Courst
Mars
Kate Claxton
Cagauran
Bethe Tilbury
Lyda Thomson
America
Mary Anderson
Miss Tilbury
London
Hydia
Harry Jackson
Na Faa
Sen Francisco
Frank Mordansi
Tion
Ceperaia
Florive
Idreas
Virginia
Ani
A, Reymann
Sthataetie
aPade
Ohio Valley
M. Reilly
Geo. Look
Mnit
Ivahfest Otto
Seplie
Rod Bey Volkan
Fontan
Kismet
Les Balyfornia
Johnny
Paterfamilins
Tema Siithigh
Kennebunker
Pnjeal
Miss Vanpelt
Simpson
Howe
Enconengin
Albany
Chinga Latoer
Tim
Joheny
San Antonio
Fyithatamiam
Atnagmaryae
Desarrat
Gert
Democrat
Ira
Crosby
Kisler
Mary E. Brown
Youngie
Rae
Biaits
Iser
Janes
Wiemann
Petlow
Keaanna
Totter
Kinewor
Caprials
Praritus
Palload
Dandrad
Ant
Sealy
Pivap
Pais
Dearhan Street
Chas
Boughton
Sag
Bentoe
Uae
Tals
Forres
Gaveston
Elocum
Bow York
Hind
Lewich ii
Yale
Nally Paatspat
Lonnton Lancet
Halton Street
Borton
Mam
Aultedd
Fata
West Virginia
West Virginia Printing CO
Kiteng
Wheeling, W
J. E. Smith
Chaplina Street
Cihwiollaniog
Went Vielola
Bisakil
Tae Walloway
Nana
Ieee
Dimmant Incuraiin
Reith
Wilkes Epecafio
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