Self Murtherers in History and Modern Times
A New York Recorder piece reviews how figures from Rome to China and Britain have chosen suicide after disgrace or defeat. It cites Boulanger Balmaceda Rudolph of Austria and others, including Nero Brutus and Lady Brassey, detailing motives and methods across eras and cultures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boulanger
Balmaceda
Nany
Balmacoeds
Chili
Algiers
Rudolph of
Austria
Marie Vetsera
Cato
Ccvsar
Thermistocles
Hannibal
Mithridates
Samson
Zeno
Homer
Terence
Brutus
Licurgus
Nero
China
Falaha
Africa
England
Duke of Bedford
Lord Congleton
Parnells
Earl of Munster
Lord Cloncarry
Earl of
de la Warr
Lord Lyttleton
Gladstone
Prince Baudouin
Belgiums
Rothschild
Baron Gustav de Rothschild
London
James de Rothschild
James Edward Shelto Douglass
Marquis of
Queensbury
Ireland
Douglass
Lady Brassey
New York Recorder
A Stanch Mustang Saves a Mountain Man in Fire
A California brush fire roared through Santa Monica Mountains near Los Angeles. Settler Wilson woke to flames and, atop his brave mustang, rode through the blaze to escape. The horse led through the sudden inferno, saving Wilson though both suffered burns. Wilson plans to keep the horse, valuing its life-saving ride above price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Cal
Santa Monica
Wilson
Brone
California
Perils of Divers Below New York Harbor
In New York a handful of expert submarine divers work near the city. They describe dangers below and recount adventures with sharks and sunken wrecks including the Hussar. Tales of deep water, cold weather gear, and gold treasure add to a vivid, era-Driven portrait of underwater work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Join
Chittenden
James Hicks
Henry Kintin
John Haggerty
Thomas Rand
Richard Hallett
Thomas Bell
Hallett
Robert S. Russell
Russell
Hussar
158Th Street
New York
Hell Gate
Pot Rock
Bounty
Port Morris
Sakae
Althouch
Philadelphia
China
Herman Maliford
England
Admiralty
Gould
Spee
Esquimaux
Siummer
Ones
Fred
Mr. Russell
Guidance on Physical Cultivation and Outdoor Exercise
A member of a Physical Cultivation Society outlines do’s and don’ts for building the physique. Advice covers posture, nasal breathing, loose clothing, air and room openness, tub baths, and daily walking to promote health, with emphasis on Ling’s gymnastic system and broad toes. Mention of Guatemala capital punishment request follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ling
Philadelphia Press
Plague of Spiders Strikes Lodi Orchards
A New York Times report describes millions of red spiders invading Lodi California orchards after extreme heat. The insects cover the ground with webs and suck juice from leaves while eggs resist treatment, threatening almonds and nearby crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodi
Cal
H. O. Williams
New York Times
Sweet-Smelling Disinfectant From Eucalyptus Branches
A new disinfectant method for sick rooms uses green eucalyptus branches. After a year’s trial, Dr. Curgenven reports that in scarlet fever cases placing branches under the bed thoroughly disinfects bedding as vapors saturate the room. The vapor allegedly helps phthisical patients as antiseptic sedative and mild hypnotic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Curgenven
Philadelphia Press
Fasting Fifty Day Patient in London Under Doctors Care
A London case reports Alexander Jacques enduring a fifty day fast under medical supervision. Drs Robin and Whins monitored him as he abstained from food, slept two hours, and faced renewed attacks. The event drew English physicians and public interest with Kennedy aiding transport and Jacques finally eating chicken broth and grapes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Jacques
P. Ium
Loniwn
England
Robin
Facia
Rte
Feuerapine
London
Jaca Ad
Henrik GG. Peterson
Ameries
Erin
Je ‘D
Dueques
Davis
M. Dae Hiee
Kennedy
Imimendkaas
Cheago Herald
Ree
Record of World’s Largest Structures and Odd Facts
A compilation highlights remarkable extents and items including Birmingham’s largest railway depot at seven acres, Missoula’s trestle height, Baldwin County Michigan’s giant frame barn, Detroit’s largest horse, a giant lighthouse lens, Paris land values, and British debt notes. It notes vast scales and curiosities across cities and nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
England
Ateve
Brladwin County
Michigan
Moisture walls improve dry health in dwellings
A historical note describes moisture sealing walls as essential for healthy homes. It mentions applying washes and alum treatments, repeated steps, and achieving a waterproof, dry dwelling to prevent dampness and illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon
Eantile
Also Mentioned on This Page
New York Bay
Barillas
Congress
Guatemala
Northern Pacific Railroad
Missoula
Mont
Detroit
Noble Brute
Paris
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