The Busy Man's Hand-Book

Historical, geographical, scriptural, scientific, legal, social, mercantile and medical information, condensed into one volume for someone with no time to look further.

The Weather

3 pages in this part of The Busy Man's Hand-Book.

Weather Wisdom

A rosy sky at sunset, whether clear or cloudy, indicates fine weather; an Indian-red tint at sunset foreshadows rain. A red sky in the…

Force of the Winds

Wind moving I mile per hour travels 88 ft. per minute, 1.47 per second, and has a force of .005 pounds per sq. foot; hardly perceptible…

Force of the Winds: Naples

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