Griselda and Vera Entangle in Family Scandal
Griselda learns Tom Peyton hinted Seaton Dysart is engaged to Miss Butler, shocking Vera who confronts her father and brother about betrayal. Vera discovers Gregory with a hidden cache and a dangerous secret as Grunch lurks. The pair flee as Vera encounters the unhinged elder Dysart in a dim passage.
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Griselda
Tom Peyton
Vera
Eve
Tom
Gregory
Grunech
Miss Dysart
Seaton Dysart
Seaton
Dysart
Gregory Dysart
Mr. Dysart
Grunch
Pshaw
Miss Butler
Battle of the Constitution and Java in 1812 illustrated
An 1840 diagram from United States Military Magazine depicts the December 30 1812 clash off Brazil between the US frigate Constitution under Commodore Bainbridge and the British Java commanded by Capt Lambert. The fight lasted from 2 10 p m to 5 25 p m with the Constitution maneuvering five times to rake the Java. US casualties were 9 killed and 25 wounded, the Java suffered 60 killed and 101 wounded. The Java lost all masts and was blown up. prisoners were transferred to the Constitution.
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Hwe
Santiago
United States Military Magazine
Philadelphia
George A. Chase
Toledo
United States
Constitution
Bainbridge
Java
Lambert
Atlantic
Brazil
Four Hundred Boats and Odd Death Devises at Lake Bennett
An excerpt from Mr. Secretan’s To Klondyke and Back recalls Lake Bennett crowds building improvised boats for Yukon descent. Sawmills grind spruce for a dollar a thousand feet as floats, coffins, soap boxes, and whipsawed crafts crowd the river. A tale of two partners ends with a practical joke and a swapped worker.
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Lake Bennett
Secretan
Klondyke
Yukon River
Shield for Wounds and Protective Medical Splint Accessory
The invention provides a wound shield attachable to a surgical splint or plaster bandage for wound care and protection. It allows direct access to the wound without removing the splint, with a cover, latch, and straps or adhesive lacing for securing to the skin. Inventor Edward Shears of Lakota, North Dakota.
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Edward Shears
Lakota
N. D
Superstitions and street superstition in New Orleans
An article describes a belief that touching a Chinaman brings luck, noting women in New Orleans eagerly touch an oriental passerby, often claiming playfulness while seeking lucky touches. The piece hints at a railroad station encounter with a young girl.
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New Orleans
Sta
Too Much for Him Soldier Story
A young Irish man sought a subordinate army post through Senator Hanna who filed his application. After days with no word he sent his card to the senator, who asked how he was. The man replied he passed the physical but failed the catechism.
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Seaton
Gracie
Grunch
Hanna
Senate
Dugan
Chicago Tribune
Death by Own Action in the French Army Statistics
The Militaire reports high rates of self destruction in the French army. About 50 of 1000 deaths from all causes are by self destruction, with 27 per 100000 troops yearly. Colonial troops show even higher figures.
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French Militaire
Impressive crowd stands out as unlikely chumps
A terse line notes that some people seem very impressive while behaving like chumps, contrasting outward polish with surprising ineptitude in public conduct. The remark hints at a paradox of talent and folly in recognizable figures.
Inside History Mrs Nichols Links Pink Pills to Cure
Mrs Elisa beth Nichols of Searsport Maine recounts a six year battle with nerves and weakness. After trying many medicines she credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring appetite strength and able to work. The sworn statement notes cures for many conditions from thin blood to nerve disorders and highlights female health benefits. Pills sold 50 cents a box or six for two dollars fifty, via druggists or mail order.
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Belfast
Republican Journal
Elisabeth Nichols
Searsport
Dr. Williams
Nichols
Charles F. Adams
Williams
Yacht Collision Sparks Demand for Investigation
A dialogue exchange from the Boston Post sketches blame over a yacht collision near Common Frog Pond. One party accuses another of fault while the second demands an investigation.
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Boston Boy
Boston Post
Absentees List Published at Salta Schools
In Salta Argentina a newspaper prints a list of boys and girls who have failed to attend school. The notice records names as part of an absentee compilation used by local authorities.
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Salta
Argentina
Delhi Iron Pillar Stands 60 Feet High
The largest wrought iron pillar is located in Delhi India. It rises about 60 feet and weighs around 17 tons as a remarkable ancient engineering artifact.
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Delhi
India
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Griselda Dysart
Brooklyn
N.E
Jomin
Mutu Hy
Bey
Mortal Coil
Him
Ayer
W. D. Quinn
Marseilles
J.C, Ayer CO
Lowell
Mags
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