Avignon Papal Palace as a French Military Barracks
The Chicago Times-Herald piece surveys Avignon in Provence, detailing the papal palace’s history from Clement V to Gregory XI, its use as a French military barracks, and legends of Catherine of Siena steering the pope back to Rome. It notes the palace’s grand exterior, interior frescoes, and the town’s medieval charm while recounting the shift from papal residence to fortress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Vaucluse
Rome
Papal
Avignon
St. Peter
Eternal City
England
United States
Vatican
Constantine
Provence
Vaucluse
Petrarch
Orsino
Peitro Obriera
Pope John
Benedict XII
Clement VI
Giotto
Taddeo
Gaddi
Giovanni da Milano
Firenze
Spirito Aretino
Simone Memmi
Memmi
St. George
Laura
Virgin
Jeanne
Naples
Sicily
Mary Stuart
Innocent VI
Urban V
Gregory XL
Ferrarch
Gregory XI
St. Benzenet Bridge
Holy City
Villeneuve
Sinous
Caste Hill
Chicago Times-Herald
John XXII
Clement V
St. Bengenet
Italy
Orange
San Angelo
St. Peter's
Bertrand de Gueselin
France
Papal Palace
Philip le Bel
Philippe de Bourbon
Benedict XI
Philip
College of Cardinals
Bordeaux
St. Jean d’Angely
Boniface VIII
Lyons
Alps
Catherine of Siena
St. Benedict
Clement VII
Benedict XIII
Marie de Medicis
Henry IV
Sophomore Freshmen Blankets Battle at Lake Forest College
A dormitory skirmish at Lake Forest College in Buffalo Courier recounts sophomores attempting a prank on freshmen with blankets and canned milk. The freshmen defended themselves, capturing several sophomores and ending with both sides weary from the mock battle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Forest College
Buffalo Courier
Christianizing the Chinese in a Local Attack
A lone Chinese man walking on Fifth Street near Buttonwood was harassed by Sunday school boys emerging from a churchyard. They shouted insults and pelted him with sticks and stones, pursuing him for several blocks. Some missiles struck him in the face.
Early Owl and The Temptation Of Jesus Folklore Tale
A composite Historic page presents two items: a folk verse about an owl seeking the early worm and a sermonic retelling of the Temptation of Jesus. It narrates the owl’s pursuit and eventual disbelief in the early worm and discusses the moral of temperance and obedience amid a wartime style sermon illustration.
Extraordinary Polish mechanic makes clock from odds
The Polish mechanic James Curzon built a complete watch in eight hours from scraps like nails wood chippings glass cup and cribbage pegs for the czar of Russia. The watch kept good time needing winding only every three to four days and earned Curzon honors and a pension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Curzon
Russia
Curzon
Wedding Presents to Rent Sparks City Scandal
A New York Advertiser note describes a sharp scheme where a capitalist loans a $1,000 note to a bride’s relative, displayed among gifts to entice others to imitate. A detective guards the trophy, then the note returns to the owner with a commission, likened to hiring dancing men for gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Advertiser
Blessed Are They that Mourn and the Heavenly Home
This devotional urges believers to seek comfort in the promise of heaven. It contrasts earthly wealth with the eternal mansion Jesus is preparing, encouraging endurance of present trials and trust in future riches in God’s house. It highlights patience, contentment, and hope in Christ’s return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Jesus
Cause for Great Rejoicing in Godly Sorrow
A religious reflection on John 14 2 about mourning sin and seeking Christlikeness. It argues that hating sin and loving righteousness proves God’s Spirit, while rebellion against God leads to spiritual harm. Godly sorrow is framed as the first step toward hungering for righteousness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Christ
A Happy Policeman
At St Bartholomew's Mission a New York policeman describes his conversion fourteen years ago and credits Jesus Christ with turning a burglar into a good citizen. He says loyalty to God is tested on the police force and that he is the happiest officer on the force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Bartholomew's Mission
New York
Jesus Christ
Trimmings Highlight Braid and Ribbon on Childrens Frocks
Both soutache braid and gimp serve as decorative trimmings on children's dresses and many elaborate gowns feature plaited frills of heavy gatia ribbon.
Obedience Tale From Unnamed Exchange
The snippet presents a terse dialogue about a woman named Mrs. Bloom who was ordered to rise early and dust. The exchange focuses on compliance and a blunt confirmation that she did as told.
Hypnotism Talk Sparks Claim of Swift Control
A passage quotes a pair of individuals discussing hypnotic power to cause rapid obedience. One asserts the ability to induce a strong embrace within an hour, another claims a five minute onset. The dialogue suggests a show of psychological influence being described as swift and compelling.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pope
Seventh District
Philadelphia Record
Hamlin
Hamlin Garland
Washington
Charles Dickens
Mr. Garland
Beau Brummell
Chicago
Popes
N Owl
McLeod
Witt
London
Ansonius
Burke
Parker
The
Lancet
Hood
L. CockeLreas
Irving
Illinois
Orld’s Fair
HiGn
Mperial
Carle & Sons
New_ York
Hobb
Hobb’s Medicine CO
San Francisco
Nish
Chicago Board of ‘Trade
J. W. Baker & Co
Rialto
Nsion Weiunaten
Idaudiceting
Auraline
Avery Auraline Uc
Cimon Ave
Brooklyn
Chicago A. Icle
Great Weat
Sitton Geet
Bowle
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!