Zeb White in a Cave Tale of Coons and Possums
Zeb White recalls a dream vision of a cave filled with coons and possums and his night of danger with a bear. His wife returns him to fix the roof as she quips about his visions and the two reconcile after a tense, comic confrontation. The tale blends folk humor with frontier peril and a moral about sticking to practical work.
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C. B. Lewis
Zeb White
Cumberland
Zeb
Morrer
Vishnu
Mebbert
Tennessee
Salt on a Sparrow Sparks Salty Trial Tale
A Philadelphia Record note recounts little Jimmy Belew of Naudain street who tried to catch a sparrow by sprinkling two bags of salt on it. He scattered salt from behind a car track and across a street, trapping the bird beneath a salt avalanche he created.
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Jimmy Belew
Naudain Street
Jimmy
Philadelphia Record
The Latin Quarter Haunts Paris Art District
Thackeray described the Quartier Latin as the lively rough home of young artists in Paris. It sits south of the Seine near major colleges where humorous students have long lived, depicting a vibrant yet humble artistic life.
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Thackeray
Paris
Seine
Very Different Fresh Paint Moment Quote
A Chicago Times-Herald aphorism notes that calmness remains aboard a sinking ship or in battle, but true unease arises when one discovers they have been sitting on fresh paint.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Independence: The Greatest Human Benefit
Quotation reflecting on independence as the most essential human benefit, without which other goods cannot be fully enjoyed, attributed to Parke Godwin.
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Parke Godwin
We Find It Hard to Love Those We Measure Against
A reflective aphorism notes the difficulty of admiring others who appear superior. The speaker hints at internal struggle with comparison and self worth. The quotation credits H. A. Kendall as the source.
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H. A. Kendall
Siva and Devi as Dreadful Deities of Destruction
The Westminster Review describes Siva as the terrible destroyer and Devi as his consort, both embodiments of physical evil and misfortune. It notes their portrayal in Puranic tales as chaotic figures, often naked and covered in ashes, amid blood and skulls, delighting in destruction.
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Siva
Devi
Durga
Uma
Kali
Westminster Review
Pilkerton Wins After Threatened Doping Plot
In a 1890s regatta of the National Association of American Oarsmen James Pilker ton, longtime U S champion, faced a double scull challenge. Rumors that his partner would be bought to throw the race surfaced the night before. Pilker ton confronted him with the ultimatum swim drown or win and the pair finished first.
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Pilkerton
National Association of American Oarsmen
James Pilkerton
America
Saturday Evening Post
Intricate Craft Behind The Watch Hairspring
The watch carried by the average man contains 98 parts and over 2000 operations. Hairspring wire is one-tenth grain per inch, one mile weighs under a half pound, and the balance vibrates 5 times a second. Springs hold immense value, with a ton of steel hairsprings in watches worth more than 12 percent of the same weight in pure gold.
Man from Mansfield Beats Kidney Trouble with Remedy
Ira W. Kelley of Mansfield Pennsylvania suffered two years with kidney problems. After trying several doctors and medicines he used Foley's Kidney Care and reports relief. The notice includes a testimonial urging others to try the product.
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Ira W. Kelley
Mansfield
Foley
Trpen & Loughran
Hidden flaws and challenges taught to young lovers
In Pearson's Weekly verse the speaker cautions a boy and his sweetheart not to expect perfection. Acknowledge flaws, endure disagreements, and make concessions to preserve love and avoid lasting sorrow.
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Pearson’s Weekly
A Gallant Clergyman and a Moscow Bell
A tale recalls the witty Rev Sydney Smith aiding a young lady’s conservatory request with a gallant reply. The note also mentions Moscow’s massive bell weighing about 200 tons and valued in the thousands.
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Sydney Smith
Moscow
Doctor Visit Reassures Pair Over Bad Cold
In a Chicago Record snippet two speakers comfort each other about illness. One notes the doctor visit did their cold good and anticipated better health, while the other acknowledges the other has the worse cold.
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Chicago
Do It Now or Delay a Noble Deed Says Adage
An aphorism urges avoiding mean acts by postponing harm until tomorrow while recommending immediate action for noble deeds. The saying contrasts intent with timing and emphasizes timely virtue. It presents a practical moral choice in a concise, timeless voice.
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Iowa
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Boone, Iowa
I. Wetteland
Catholic Church
O. K
Union National Pank
Spring & Son
M. Jay Adams & CO
J. B. Elliott & Son
Town Central
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St. Paul
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St. Louis
K. C. Mai
Peoria Ae
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Little Bros
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Fam
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Westerman
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