Fragmented Romantic Verse Fragments From Dabugque and Tanase
A garbled OCR fragment presents verses about a distressed ancient young maid in Dabugque who tries tartar emetic to end life but fails. It also includes a ditty about a Tanase girl who could crow and perform like a Worcester girl though not adept at something with Worcester.
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Mak
Puque
Tanase
Borcester
Georgia
Sherman
Atlanta
Shen
Sarah
General Sherman
The Gypsy Queen Balloon Adventure and Rescue
An aeronaut recalls a Detroit circus ascent with the Gypsy Queen balloon that nearly ended in disaster as dark weather loomed. After a fierce storm, the balloon wrecked in a spruce, Ned Estes was injured and left leg broken. the narrator builds a fire, borrows splints, and climbs to summon help nine miles away, while recounting the midnight sun and polar scenery later observed.
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Toledo
Larga
Cortott
Serre
Ned
Pdab
St. Clair
Aleve
Iide
Ceris
Sang- See
Detroit
Eating for Disease Cure Favors Fasting and Rest
A fragment from a medical piece argues that when stomach disorders arise the best plan is to skip meals rather than take medicines. It advocates fasting until natural appetite returns, rest for the stomach, and avoiding forced food. salt water and abstinence are suggested as initial steps toward recovery.
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Ain Belo
Nichols
Use of bicarbonate soda for burn treatment recommended
An article reports a physician endorsed method using bicarbonate of soda and carbonic acid to treat burns. It describes dissolving one third ounce of soda in a pint of water with linen tags applied to wounds, refreshed as needed, and notes positive European journal reports of healing severe burns with this simple remedy.
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Dwa
Palais
Spectacle of Northern Passage Described by Bayard Taylor
The excerpt recalls a treacherous strait near Magerge Island and the perilous voyage past Lapland toward the Beart of Lapland. It mentions fish abundant in seas and Gulfstream currents, a stark cliffed coast, and a sea storm as gulls roost on cliff ledges while the steamer battles the wind and spray.
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Bayard Taylor
Magerg
Sonheim
Norway
Atlantic
Poer
Beart
Lapland
Lts
Food Quality and Household Duty Warn Against Spoilage
An essay argues against buying wilted or decayed foods as unsafe unhealthy and advocates paying more for fresh meat and produce. It condemns preserved meats and rotted vegetables and criticizes improper household management in upper-class homes and female education ideals.
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Germany
Journal of Health
Pruning Geraniums for Shape Before Lifting Plants
Advice from American Agriculturist on shaping geraniums before lifting them. It recommends cutting back long stems to form a low rounded head and removing crowded branches to prevent withered tops and ensure healthier plants for winter.
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Gorda
The Value of Industry and Perseverance in Life
A moral exhortation on diligence and self discipline. It argues success comes from energy, economy, and perseverance, warning against overspending and neglecting duties. It condemns those who complain of fate while failing to act, urging steadfast effort to secure competence.
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Ely
Mules Enter American Farming Through Washington’s Efforts
The article traces how mules rose in U S agriculture after 1733, praising George Washington for promoting mule stock at Mount Vernon. It notes early small numbers and inferior stock, then recounts gifts from King Spain and Lafayette, describing a gray Royal Gift and the fiery Knight of Malta. It ends with a rural digression about Ohio men returning from hunts asking about nominations.
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Washington
Mount Vernon
Spain
Royal Stables
Lafayette
Malta
Knight of
Canadian Farmhouses and Pompeii Archaeology Compared
A reflective piece contrasts Canadian rural homes with American farmhouses and discusses domestic beauty as a moral good. It traces Pompeii’s preservation after Vesuvius and the modern uncovering of its houses and art, then ends with a humorous Civil War anecdote about General Sherman's money and a benighted Confederate widow.
The Burden of Woman's Daily Labor and Worth
A historical reflection argues for appreciation of a woman's extensive daily duties at home. It details preparing meals, child care, cleaning, washing, mending, preserving, and seasonal chores, noting the mental and physical strain and urging sympathy and acknowledgment from men.
Jesus Name Lifts Hope and Joy in Faithful Reverie
Reverent passage extols Jesus as answer to doubts courage hope and need. It praises his name as balm for wounds and source of strength and salvation. The text venerates Jesus as elder brother redeemer and central hymn of the church.
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Jesus
Valley of Tears
God
Heaven
Dr. Bethune
The Timber Scare in Canada and Timber Substitution
A Montreal Star writer argues there is no immediate danger of exhausting Canada's timber in the near term. He notes substitution of timber with iron, stone, and other materials in buildings, ships, and tools, urging farmers to plant forests on waste spots to curb anticipated depletion.
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Montreal Star
Canada
United States
Curious Cats and Their Unusual Behaviors Revealed
A writer extols cats as social and intelligent, sharing observations of a bread and jam loving cat and an eldest son who drank beer. The piece notes a sober turn after a leaking beer barrel was replaced and describes a fostered squirrel and affectionate cat antics that debunk the view of cats as dull.
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Fance
Pompeii at the Dawn of the Christian Era
The piece portrays Pompeii as a wealthy, refinished city at the foot of Vesuvius with 35 000 inhabitants. It highlights its scenic gulf setting, villas, gardens, and thriving arts scene while noting looming dangers from earthquakes and the erupting volcano. The August 24 AD 79 catastrophe is foreshadowed by recent tremors.
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Tiga
Pompeii
Yea
Herculaneum
Mount Vesuvius
Vesuvius
Naples
Gulf
Powpeii
Ca Wu
A Good Mother's Plan for At Home Evening Entertainment
A mother explains how she keeps lively boys at home by balancing shared history reads with questions and occasional outings. She emphasizes not sparing expense for worthwhile events, yet many evenings are spent quietly at home with conversation and play while she manages unfinished work.
Notable wind pressures in historic gales cited by C Saath
Mr C Shaler Saath presents observations on wind pressure from major storms. East St. Louis in 1871 saw a locomotive overturned at 9 pounds per square foot, St Charles jail destroyed in 1877 at 84 psf, and a Marshfield brick mansion leveled in 1880 at 5 psf. He notes trains blown from rails and bridges at lower pressures around 24 psf.
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C. Shaler Saath
T Ind
East St. Louis
St.harles
Marshfield
Mr. Smith
How to Live Formula for health and happiness
Dr. James C. Jackson outlines a simple life plan to stay healthy and recover if possible. Essential steps include cooling the head warming the feet keeping skin clean and bowels active breathing pure air eating lightly but nutritiously resting digestion with infrequent meals obtaining ample sleep living virtuously maintaining good social ties and fostering worthy friendships while fearing God and loving humanity to achieve health and happiness.
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James C. Jackson
Classroom Conduct Inquiries Prompt Harsh Reflections
The piece questions pupil discipline on floor cleanliness, ink stains, respectful speech, name calling and quiet recitations. It notes noisy recess behavior, paper handling, pen use, and sky-to-wall scribbles while urging support for a political candidate. It ends with a rousing call about trust, guidance, and the lawyer who worked with resolve.
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Rand Sweet
Arctic Ocean
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Pacific Isles
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Gork Ag
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J. Potter
Aeran Palace
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Gee Pass
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