Capitol of South Carolina House Fireproof Plan and War Mirage
The article details the long, costly history of South Carolina's capitol, from its original five story plan and fireproofing motives in 1850, through Civil War damage by Sherman, to later rebuilds under Frank P. Milburn. It notes lavish postwar spending, grand granite columns, and political turmoil shaping the building.
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South Carolina
Ayer
Southern Confederacy
John R. Niornsee
General Assembly
Legislative Committee
State House
City of
Columbia
O'Neal
Benjamin Hunt
John .R.niernsee
Baltimore
Niemsoe
Atritore
Atanda
Geneva Assembly
Iabo
Valian
Thia State
W. J. Sherman
Congarea
Casey
Sherman
Frank P. Milburn
United States
Washington
North
House of Representatives
Senate
John J. Patterson
United States Senate
Cde
Ant 'Ee
House of
Blood Balm cures scrofula and skin diseases, claims trial offer
An old advertisement touts B B B blood remedy for scrofula skin ulcers cancer and blood disorders. It urges tiredness weakness pale skin and sore joints, promises new blood and radiant skin after treatment. It lists testimonials and a trial offer from Blood Balm Co Atlanta Ga with medical advice provided by a firm.
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Atlanta
THE
Gwife Gpesisic CO
Irish hemorrhage on McMillen Street illustrated by green paint
Billy Stuart, a bachelor living near Wood townsvenue in East Walnut Hills, noted green paint on nearby telephone poles. An Irishman atop a pole spilled a can of green paint, spraying the sidewalk and narrowly missing Mr Stuart, who then heard another Irishman ask if Doherty had a hemorrhage.
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Billy Stuart
Mr. Stuart
McMillen Street
Wood- Townsvenue
East Walnut Hills
Stuart
Doherty
Cincinnati Enquirer
Death Bed Recognition Of Uncle Jimmie
An elderly man famed for strict business habits nears death as family and neighbors gather. A friend whispers a familiar test and he opens his eyes to ask for the overdue gallon of vinegar, revealing his last recognition in a quiet moment.
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Jimmie
Jim
H. C. Wood
Lippincott's Magazine
Value of Corn Stalks and Their Many Uses
A Kansas City Journal item notes corn stalks may surpass ears in value as a resource. Uses listed include warship packing material, high quality writing paper, smokeless powder base, and cattle feed pressed into cakes mixed with molasses. Reports from European stations show encouraging results for this feed, especially for cavalry in tropical regions.
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Agricultural Department
Europe
Tropics
Kansas City Journal
A Good Recommendation and Odd Local Notices
A Cas cade Iowa druggist promotes Priskly Ash Bitters for digestion liver and bowels. An Arkansas wildcat tree project plans six months tow to Forest Park St Louis. A Melancholia remark hints at surprising a husband with a bill delay it ends.
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Arkansas
Forest Park
St. Louis
Sytonio
Odd Names for Arkansas Oxen and Other Ephemera
An Arkansas farmer names his four oxen Presbyterian Baptist Episcopation and Methodist to fit their quirks. The collection also notes the hymn Nearer My God to Thee by Sarah Flower Adams, questions about animal behavior, a claim of extreme height, and anecdotes about marriage, lifespan, and love's humor with era-spanning quotes.
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Arkansas
McKinley
Sarah Flower Adams
Charles Fox
London
Lightning and Willow Trees Defy Lightning Beliefs
The Cleveland Leader notes that willow trees appear immune to lightning damage, unlike spruce, white wood, and pine which often suffer maiming or death. The piece contrasts this with broader musings on elders shaping youth and gender dynamics, blending anecdotes with reflections on respect, love, and family roles.
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Cleveland
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Chamberlain
J. Hober
Cascade
Iowa
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Misyen
Edward Benupre
Axsinibuine
Canada
Kate
Martha
Edith
Daily News
Thuan
Pees
Nt Ie
Bilrat
Thira
Lst
Anderson Fertilizer Company
Anderson Fertilizer Co
Anderson
C. Freutlenten
Fey
Sten Het
Yyul Contenkaun
Priges, Yourshily
Anderson Purtilizih CO
Julian Sturgis
Stephen Calinori
Ashingtos
Fac
Conger
Swift
Nimen
Evans Pharmacy Special Agents
Hayes
Tom
Brannford
Clifton
Sucharar
Masonic Temple
Evans
Evans Pharmacy
Tony
G. F. Tolly & Son
Old Reliable Furniture Dealera
Depot St
Anderson, 8. C
Acme
Acme Paint & Cement CO
F. B. Grayton & Co
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