The Fourth of July and a Nation United in War
A long patriotic piece honors the flag and the nation’s wars. It celebrates the Fourth of July as a day of national worship, recalling Washington, Lincoln, and other heroes, and praising American resolve in wars from the Revolution to World War I. It notes reconciliation between North and South and honors veterans, including the Spanish American War and later conflicts. It closes with reverence for the flag and the unity of the Blue and the Gray.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Dickinson Sherman
Washington
Lincoln
United States of America
America
Atorice
Philippines
France
Salilon
Jefferson
John Adams
Franklin
Sherman
Livingston
Concord
Marion
Wayne
Stark
Jona Paul Jones
Major Andre
Hate
Molly Pitcher
Monmouth
Wext
Hull
Brainbridge
Decatur
Constitution
United States
Jackson
New Orleans
Mississippi
Mexico
Scott
Taylor
Kearney
Vera Cruz
Chapultepec
Auty
San Juan Hill
Wheeler
Roosevelt
Cactus Plains
Virginia
Vermont
Belleau Wrol
Chateau-Thierry
Argonne
Americana
Lag Guasimas
San Juan bin
el Caney
Santiago
Manila Bay
Tui
Self Appointed Figure Seeks Praise Across Ages
A fragment reflects on the belief in medieval souls and the perceived importance of a self appointed figure. The tone hints at a critique of inflated status during eras when salvation paths were strongly debated.
Foot care ads and playful film critics in one column
An antiseptic foot balm promises quick relief for tired feet and blisters, touting comfort and coolness. The piece also riffs on film villains and starlets, noting a scene of two women in a theater discussing rivals and lovers, followed by a quip on arguments and truth.
History parody ends in court over alias ride joke
In a Birmingham Age-Herald item a man charged with reckless driving and speeding is said to have claimed the name Paul Revere as an alias during questioning. The officer suspects the alias is a joke and notes no such name appears in the city directory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Revere
Birmingham Age-Herald
Ostrich comment sparks humorous exchange on marriage
An ornithologist employed by the government recalls remarking that ostriches see little yet digest much, prompting a front bench listener to quip that an ideal husband would be an ostrich. The anecdote arose during a summer lecture in the West.
Damages for Grief: French Juries to Measure Loss
French juries face a new issue after the Paris Court of Appeals ruling that damages in death and injury cases may include compensation for grief and wear and tear. Previously awards rested on actual material loss like lost income. The ruling promises a major change in French procedural practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Cours of Appeals
A Stranger to Her
A fragment from dialogue shows a seller denying a client’s claim about an antique chair once tied to Mme de Pompadour. The buyer questions legitimacy and the seller suggests naming Du Barry, while a bystander recalls the reputation of French royal figures and poison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mme. de Pompadour
du Barry
Pompadour
Cinderella and the evolving heroine in Birmingham Age Herald tone
The excerpt quotes dialogue about Cinderella’s transformation from shabby gown to fine lady and reflects on government scope, intelligence, and the idea that home is best, contrasting theatrical arc with political statements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham Age-Herald
Whimsical Dinner Table Banter About Flies and Butterflies
Mrs Jones complains about flies while a cheeky family member riffs on things that fly. The young joker links the cyclone fire and horse to flight and jokes that the children make the butter fly, echoing a playful household mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Jones
Eventually Why Not Now Mandy and Rastus Engage
Mandy and Rastus become engaged but Mandy doubts the timing of marriage after his job loss. He reassures her that quitting work or marrying now both change their lives, and he questions the difference between the two choices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fos
Monterey
Beaide
Besh
Mandy
Rastus
A Youthful Logician Quote Captures a Lesson
A seven year old, Margaret, outsmarts her mother in a witty exchange about naughty behavior. The mother attempts a clever warning and the child replies with triumph. Harper’s Magazine notes the quip as a humorous reflection on haste and caution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret
Harper's Magazine
Also Mentioned on This Page
Christendom
Stonewall Jackson
Charlottesville
Pat Harrigan
Genlua
Berlin
Osgrris Kens Rf
Pe-Ru-Na
The
Amd
Acre
Pero
Tipuscot
Erltic
Dean
South Dakota
Mra. J
Ainsworth, Norton Ave
Bulem
3. D
Doan
Foster-Milburn CO
Buffalo
N. Ye
Mmovies
Toa
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Saint
Sisser
Cinderella
Western Canada
Prairie Provinces
Nade
Manitoba
Sagekatchewan
Alberta
Erkiiab Columbia
Hessig-Ells
Chen
Alberty Wheat Farm
Roy Flarrison
Hanna
Canada
South Cellyary
Ablem Oy
V. NL
Sioux Gity
Ang
Postum Cereal Co., Inc
Buttle Creek, Mich
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!