Moon moves 3333 feet per second in the sky
A divergent roundup notes the moon traverses 3333 feet per second. Various odds and ends mention a law case Paine versus Bliss in Boston, a Wilmington Del needlework prize, a fossil oyster shell found at Newbern N Y eight by sixteen inches and sixteen pounds, and local curiosities about people and rippling fortunes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Wilmington
Del
Newbern
N. Y
Chicago
New University
Peter Stumps
Homer
Mr. Stumps
Mashonaland
South Africa
Asheville
N. C
C. P. Bryson
London
Emile Grainer
Wyoming
Hampton Corners
Washington County
Vermont
A Thoughtful Boy Johnny and the Camphor Question
A dialogue recounts a child asking about camphor on furs to deter moths. The mother explains camphor keeps moths away, and the child quips about whether moths would damage the father’s hair. The exchange captures a domestic moment of practical care and humorous questioning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny
Money and Names in a Rich Uncle's Reach
A wry reflection on money’s power to alter lives. Wealth enables dramatic changes such as a woman changing her name, and the lure of a rich uncle tempts many to take what is offered.
Syrup of Figs Promises Gentle Laxative Relief
Knowledgeable users praise Syrup of Figs for comfort and health, noting it cleanses the system without weakening kidneys, liver, or bowels. The California Fig Syrup Co. manufactures it, with the brand printed on every bottle, and only genuine products should be accepted by buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
Pierce
Gavin
Gro. W. Sweenen
A . Fesc
H Pa
The Royal Garden of Christ the Church Sermon
Rev Dr Talmage likens the church to a garden planted by Christ showing bright spirits like violets and giants of battle, contrast with snowdrops, and extols the cross's crimson bloom. He cites hospitals, asylums, and prisons as fruits of Christ’s garden, urges embracing the church’s many blessings while acknowledging flaws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn, Talmage
Australia
Royal Garden
Charlemagne
Henry VI
Montpelier
Shenstone
Christ
Walter Scott
Abbotsford
Jesus
Christ’s Garden
Christ's Garden
Jersey City
Thoros
Martin Luthers
St Pauls
Chrysostoms
Wickliffes
Latimers
Samuel Rutherford
Bethlehem
Notable remarks and trivia from late 19th century notes
A miscellany of facts and anecdotes: Frances Hodgson Burnett supports a London charity for incurable children, William Lee of Boston began in 1537 with road sales of bibles and the Pirates Own Book, the German emperor’s hobbyhorse work in Potsdam stables, Henry W. Grady entering Atlanta law, the Waverly novels’ long production by Edinburgh press, Meyerbeer’s will delaying his music, Evarts’s Runnymede spring and Windsor water supply, and Mrs. Dandridge joining the White House lineage as “pretty Betty Bliss” while visiting Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Hodgson Burnett
London
William Lee
Boston
Germany
Hank
Royal Stables
Potsdam
Henry W. Grady
Georgia
Atlanta
Waverly
Edinburgh
Walter Scott
Meyerbeer
Goethe
William M. Evarts
Windsor
Vermont
Runnymede Spring
White House
Dandridge
Zachary Taylor
Betty Bliss
Ast Bliss
Taylor
Washington
Lookout Mountain Sign and Incline Railway Scene
A large sign on Lookout mountain News recounts an incline railway ride lasting six minutes to 2 200 feet above sea level. The Chattanooga Medicine Co operates at the base with Mc Elree's Wine of Cardus for Women and Thedford's Black Draught, amid a vast laboratory complex.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lookout Mountain
Lookout Point
Chattanooga Medicine Co
Cardus
Chattanooga Medicine Company
Thedford
Headache powders trap women in dangerous habit
The rise of headache powders among women nationwide alarms authorities. Marketed as a cure for any headache, many contain morphine, opium, cocaine, or other addicting drugs. The habit forms quickly and proves nearly impossible to break as users fear pain if a dose is missed.
Exposition Flyer litho joins World's Fair imagery
A Lake Shore Route lithograph of the Exposition Flyer trains the fastest long distance run highlighting the 20 hour service between New York and Chicago. Also notes Idaho irrigated lands, Wabash to Toronto travel, cleaning goods, a salve, and various ads and quotes reflecting turn‑of‑the‑century insertions and political advertising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Shore
New York
Chicago
K. Wilber
West
Pass Agt
Idaho
Union Pacific
E. L. Lomax
G. Pp
T. A
Omaha
Neb
Chips and Shavings From Small Town Sights and Anecdotes
A wild miscellany of odd notes from Black River Wisconsin and beyond. A cow enters via a kitchen door during a siege claim. A Tacoma couple marks nineteen years of marriage with fourteen children and three divorces in ten years. General Gibbon’s curious 1849 flag is described. A New Yorker offers a dishonest lost cat tale. A Boston theater denial ends with a shirt sleeve protest by Mr. G H L Parker who objects to clothing.
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Black River
Wis
Tacoma
Wash
Gibbon
Baltimore
G. HL. Parker
West Medway
Boston
Park Fancy Lines Invite A Laughing Parade
A playful verse invites a stroll in the park with the note of light humor. It mockingly praises genteel pleasures while twisting into a whimsy about enjoying the grass and returning with a tease of chiggers.
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Gee
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Kee
Portage
Butfs
Game
Woolson Spice CO
Huron St
Toledo
CRTO
Pateiss O'Farrell
Waaseinnton
FE Gannot
Bove Ocr
Robbin Winder
U8eid
Desler
Ghigago
Ill
W.L. Doucas
Douglas
Brockton
Mass
W. L. Douglas
Bartimeus
Galilee
Church of Christ
Fontainbleau
Champs Elysees
Mary of Bethany
Martha
Hugh Latimer
Heaven
Crystal River
Paul
Earth
Jerusalem
Esheol
Eden
Royal Baking Powder CO
Wall
Wabash
Toronto
Baptist Young People’s Union of America
Gend
Herald SeeLy
Wabash By
994Th St
Des Moines
Iowa
H and Kh
Ganson
Hall
Samson
Karl
J.t.allen
Paxton Block
G. W. Sweeny
Sar
Ladies Emporium
St. Louis
Lety’s
Teds
Dak Price
Ruppert
U.S
Akin
W. Mme
A. Ruppert
Che Corples
Sioux City
Colorado
BIC
Colorado Springs
Sebastian
Geovera
McCrew
Omatia
AER
Miso
Ww. N. U
D.M
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