Professor Simson Counts Steps in a Curious Quip
In a Tit-Bits vignette, Robert Simson of the University of Glasgow is described as counting his steps while walking and engaging in conversation. A stranger, unaware of the habit, questions him about a legacy to Dr. B’s nieces, leading to a playful exchange about the exact number of steps and nieces, ending with the professor correcting the miscount.
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Robert Simson
University of Glasgow
Dr. B
Xen
Echoes and the speed of sound through reflections
A discussion on how echoes relate to syllable duration and distance. It explains how sound travels about 1,120 feet per second and how a reflecting surface distance determines the number of syllables heard as echoes, noting temperature affects velocity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tts
Columbus Vespucci and the discovery of America
A historical discussion notes that Columbus believed he reached Asia while Vespucci's voyages helped reveal a new continent. It argues Columbus and Vespucci acted in service of finding America, with later critics debating what they truly sought.
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Columbus
America
Pedro Alvares Cabral
Brazil
Spain
Colum
Asia
Horth
Visitolumby
An Ancient Copper Globe Revealed in New York Collection
A copper globe in Lenox Hill, New York, about four and a half inches in diameter, is touted as possibly the earliest globe depicting the Americas after Columbus. Dated to the early sixteenth century, its details are largely incorrect, with experts recognizing only a few features. The piece is regarded as a major curiosity in a premier collection in Boston.
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New York
Lenox al Hairy
Columbus
Boston
The Sahara Its Structure and a Nebraska Prairie Fire Tale
A broad description of the Sahara Desert outlines its extent from the Atlantic to Central Asia, its varied geography with oases and dunes, and the misbelief in an inland sea. Personal recollections recount a 1856 Nebraska prairie fire near the Middle Loup, buffalo escape, and survival by riding a buffalo to the Loup River.
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Sahara
Atlantic Ocean
Canaries
Cape de Verde
North Africa
Arabia
Persia
Central Asia
Mediterranean
Libyan
Equator
African
Hoggar
Morocco
Niger
Loire
Algeria
Igharghar
Chotts
Sechkhas
Atlas
Nebraska
Plains
Missouri
Middle Loup
Loup
Gehenna
Feelings in Battle Vary Among Grand Army Veterans
Testimonies from a recent encampment show no uniform fear or daring among soldiers. A New Hampshire Major recalls timidness at first, then rising excitement in action, while a Colonel asserts fear at the start is common and cites Sherman and Custer as contrasting examples of courage and gusto in battle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Hampshire
Sherman
Sumner
Custer
Morse Bros
Rising Sun
Curious Wedding Rings Through History and Customs
A New York World note surveys unusual wedding rings used in emergencies from rushes to leather and even curtain rings. It cites cases where brass iron curtain rings door keys visiting boards and gloves finger leather were pressed into service. It also notes religious groups like Quakers and Swiss Protestants avoid rings and that Irish prefer gold while St. Kilda uses worsted rings.
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England
St. Kilda
New York World
What happens to cod-liver oil when it enters you
A health note explains digestion of cod-liver oil through emulsification and tiny drops. It promotes Scott's Emulsion as an economical way to take oil and mentions a free book offer from Scott & Bowne. Drugstores carry Scott's Emulsion priced at $1.
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Scott
Scott & Bowne
Chemis's
South Sth Avenue
New York
All Druggists Everywhere Co
Dr. Kitmer & Co
Bincuamros
N.Y
Habit of Envy Leaves Many Discontent Amid Luxuries
The piece notes that many feel discontent from comparing their lot with wealthier neighbors. It argues people dislike walking only when a neighbor’s carriage passes and that even comfort like woolen gowns loses appeal if silk remains visible. It mentions John Smith’s brick house and Tom Jones’s stone-fronted mansion as comparisons that provoke envy.
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John Smith
Tom Jones
Neglected Graves Stir Reflection On Burial Customs
Comment on neglected graves in cemeteries where the living compete for decorations and remembrance, likening it to a rush around a bargain counter and prompting contemplation of how people honor the dead.
What Brought the Factories to Griffith
Cheap fuel and low freights spurred Griffith to attract industry. Two fuel oil pipelines four railroads and a belt line secured four factories soon after Jay A. Dwiggins & Co. laid out the town in Chicago News. Conductor E D Loomis of Detroit endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure. Sold by Druggists for 75e.
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Griffith
Jay A. Dwiggins & Co
Chicago News
E. D. Loomis
Detroit
Mich
Hall
Reports on American tobacco seed success in Germany
Reports indicate American tobacco seed varieties are succeeding in Germany with notable yields and early growth. Experts credit robust import quality and favorable climate conditions to improved crop performance. Local firms anticipate increased trade and potential market expansion for tobacco products.
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Germany
Cough remedy praise from two mothers in 19th century chat
Mrs. A complains a yesterday bought cough mixture upset her baby causing vomiting and fears brain fever. Mrs. B recommends Dr Hoxsies Certain Croup Cure as the sole child’s remedy obtainable from any wholesale druggist for 5 cents.
Historic Odds and Medical Patents in Early Trade Notes
An 19th century advertisement page cites Beecham's Pills for liver and digestion issues, Vre. Isaac Thompson's Lye water for sore eyes, and general druggist prices. It recalls Kentucky leading in race courses, 75,000 new mail bags annually at $4000, a global gold circulation of $1.4 billion, and calls for prompt aid in uncertain times.
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Isaac Thompson
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The
Desert
Hood
Beecham
Kentucky
California Fig Syrup Co
London
F.J. Sage & Son
August Flower
Jesse Barker
Humboldt, Kas
Womer
L. Akilmer
South Head
Blastilo Truss
Wis
Eck
Baker
Eescesg
National
Hank Ami Lawsqus Silex Spt
Mufield
Sit Caehot
Georgia
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta, Ga
Ora Bersen
Atavons Tachedne Tae
Miss Doragg
Hoyt
South Bend
Ina
W. J. Douglas
W. L. Douglas
W. L. Doug I
W. L. de
Vli-La
W. le Douglas
Brockton
Dluse
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