London Intrigue in Ephraim Kohn's Grand Duke Scheme
Ephraim Kohn plots to lure the Grand Duke of Cuiratz and Pannava to London for a private meeting with Lady Hugh Mellars at his mansion. Marietta Lindner returns to Britain with a hidden power to derail or advance the scheme, trading leverage and money to secure Lady Hugh's presence before the luncheon contingency fails.
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London
Ephraim Kohn
Robert
Cuiratz
Puisteady Ephraim
Ephraim
Solent
Boudir
Fragonard
Bermondsey
Ephr- Mountjoy
Newmarket
Auteuil
Grand Duke
Kohn
Hugh
Austria
Marietta Lindner
Marietta
Castlewoods
Hugh Mellars
Audi
Lady Hugh’s
Hare
Pesth
Cuse
Johol
Paris
May
Deas
Jamey
Imperial Arms
Pharry
Popular Science Notes Rubber Heels and Other Oddities
A survey of new rubber heel tips that slip over and grip French heels, adjustable and cheap, with vacuum cups to prevent slipping and worn by soldiers. Also mentions a harmless shrapnel package, a knitting reel for Susie’s helpers, a look at ancient tunnels, and a large French tunnel under construction to connect Marseilles to Paris.
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Susie
Nubia
India
France
Marseilles
Paris
New Ship Davit Slides Outboard For Lifeboat Launch
A new type of ship davit described in Popular Mechanics by a Mobile Alabama inventor rests on pivots in the hull and extends vertically to the deck. The arm length allows the lifeboat to be carried far from the side, aiding launches on a list and reducing suction danger during sinking incidents.
Lobster Claw Cracker Invented for Easy Meat Access
A new utensil adds to dining table fittings with pincers designed to crush lobster and crab claws cleanly. The tool features uniquely shaped jaws to grip meat securely and allow strong pressure with scissors like handles to avoid tearing meat.
British Naval Repairs Accelerate After Jut Battle
Leading technical journals report that within ten days after the Jut battle the most seriously damaged British ship was ready to rejoin the line. Most ships, after port return, had repaired, refilled magazines, and replenished stores within 24 hours. The rapid work reflects pre knowledge by the admiralty of damage and exact replacement needs.
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Jutland
Admiralty
Native born majority in U S Navy census
The latest United States navy census reports 91 percent of its men are native born. The finding highlights strong domestic origins within the service and contrasts with immigrant representation in other branches.
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United States
United States Navy
Danish physician crafts paper feet from pulp
According to the Berlingske Tidende, physician Svyvndt who once made papier mache artificial legs now creates artificial feet from paper pulp. A wire gauze model is filled with specially prepared pulp, yielding strong feet suitable for general use.
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Berlingske Tidende
Svyvndt
Portland Cement Production and Stocks 1916 Summary
Portland cement production in 1916 reached about 91,194,000 barrels, up 6.1 percent from 85,914,907 barrels in 1915. Finished cement stocks declined from 11,781,166 barrels in 1915 to about 8,376,000 barrels in 1916, a drop of 28.9 percent.
Wind shield for rear seat folds for protection
The wind shield design mounts on the back of the front seat and can be placed to shield rear passengers from air flow. It consists of two parts that can be positioned for full protection or folded and tucked away when not needed.
Aviation Game Offers Safe War Experience for Children
A new magnetic game brings aviation thrills to youngsters without danger. It presents a bird s eye ground view with forts streams and pitfalls. A glass cover above the plan holds space for bomb manipulation as players use a magnet to place bombs for high scores.
Rice culture spreads from Euphrates to the world
The article traces rice culture from the Euphrates valley around 400 B C to Persia and India, then to Spain via the Arabs. It notes introduction to Italy about 1468 AD and later spread by Spaniards to Peru and other parts of Spanish America during early colonial times.
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Valley of the Euphrates
Persia
India
Spain
Italy
Peru
Spanish America
Measures Cloud Speed with Comb Nephoscope
The comb nephoscope uses a nine foot brass rod with a cross piece and evenly spaced vertical spikes. The observer aligns the cloud with the spikes and times its passage from one spike to the next to calculate speed.
Large castings weigh 480000 pounds for 9000 ton press
Five castings totaling 480000 pounds were made at a Pennsylvania steel plant for a 9000 ton forging press. Neither the parts nor the machine set a record, but the size is notable to industry observers. A separate casting of 400000 pounds was produced earlier at the same plant.
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Pennsylvania Steel
Fingerboard pointers proposed for automobile signaling
A new system uses finger-pointer indicators mounted on each side of a car’s windshield to signal driver intentions. The synchronized pointers aim to prevent miscommunication from passengers extending hands out of the wrong side.
Brick from Slag Pioneers New Building Material
Long effort to convert blast furnace refuse into a practical brick succeeds. Discovery promises to ease the building material shortage and improve construction prospects.
New Fly Swatter Feature Extends Reach
A reader description introduces a novel fly swatter that allows swatting at long range. The device is presented as quicker and more effective, keeping flies from escaping and multiplying, with the implement mounted on the end of a long handle.
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Eni
Teddy bear toy riders show domestic design advances
The article highlights American made toy bears replacing imported German designs. A wheeled teddy rider sample has been released, recently patented, with a balanced taut cord mechanism causing moving arms legs and body in unison. The metal parts are sheet metal and the toy emphasizes economical construction.
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Germany
Ben
Economk Sall
Harness to curb cow kicking spills milk and save milk
A simple patented harness fits over the cow’s hindquarters and legs to limit kicking, preventing the cow from reaching the milk bucket. The device fastens to a post or hook and restricts rear leg movements, reducing spills and costly accidents for the owner.
New Toothbrush Bristles Offered As Substitute
A New Yorker patent introduces a replacement toothbrush form using a tubular composition on a wire handle. The bristle portion can be renewed as worn, extending use and reducing dependence on Fuss hog bristles anticipated for years.
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Russ
Curious Charlie and the Two Cooks Exchange
A fragmented dialogue shows Mr Robbins returning home after an employment agency visit. He says he engaged two cooks, his wife questions the need, and a playful exchange about the two cooks follows. The scene hints at a humorous family moment and a transposed word gag.
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Robbins
Emp Ment Agency
Mr. Robbis
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