Grammar Debate on Infinitive with Preposition in 19th Century Text
A letter from Dr. Grive of South Carolina and editorials in The Presbyterian argue against inserting adverbs between the infinitive and its preposition. They cite Burns, Byron, and Supreme Court justices to illustrate shifting usage and warn that newspapers shape language.
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Hanging Pictures And A Mrs Jefferson Davis Surprise
The column offers home decor advice on displaying pictures with two nails or wire, wall color choices, and eye level placement. It shifts to a Mrs Jefferson Davis anecdote at a Sons of the American Revolution dinner in New York, where a large crowd greeted the widow of the Confederate president with tender respect.
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Sons of the American Revolution
Dixie
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Great Northern
Leaslie's Weekly
Wheeler's Final Break With Congress Echoes a Civil War Era
Washington dispatch notes Gen. Joe Wheeler will not seek re election to Congress this fall. The article argues Wheeler aims for a commission in the regular army, tracing his career from Civil War Confederate officer to Cuban and Philippine campaigns, debating whether McKinley would fulfill such pledge. It highlights Wheeler as a unique union of Confederate leadership and modern army service.
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Georgia Tragedy: Wedding Hope Ends in Double Killing
In Macon Georgia on May 20 a man named Gleaton rode with a friend to his sweetheart Raines eight miles from Vordele to wed. A quarrel with her father and brother led to Gleaton shooting the father and the brother. A friend of the Raines family was shot and mortally wounded, and Gleaton’s ally was critically wounded. The family ties and county mourn.
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Gleaton
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The China Berry Tree Worthy of Public Notice
To the editor I advance evidence that Indian Pride wood has remarkable germicidal and preservative qualities. Chest and bedstead protect against insects. gun boxes stay clean and rust free. Anecdotes from 1850s rice planter, executors, and other users illustrate durable, insect resistant storage for clothes, books, and libraries.
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India Pride
James FR. Sparkman
Francis W. Heriot
T. R. Pord
Library Society
Diary excerpt recalls early 19th century church clash
From Charles Creamer’s Waldoboro diary dated June 1828 the Kennebec Journal notes a Sunday Congregationalist and Universalist confrontation in the meeting house. The Universalists reportedly prevailed while guards with clubs stood watch Friday night and both factions worshipped together on Sunday before the Congregationalists bought out the Universalists to end the dispute.
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Waldoboro
Congregationalists
Universalists
Universaliam
Fragrant Clover Said to Repel Flies in Homes
A New York Tribune remark notes that hanging dried clover clusters by roadsides and letting them scent rooms can drive away flies better than molasses traps. It also warns women against marrying men with a faltering disposition.
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New York Tribune
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Fire insurance losses rise sharply in United States 1899
The national fire underwriters reported 1899 insured losses at 153 097 830 dollars, up 23 million from 1898 and 37 million from 1897. The rate total reached 85 727 285 dollars, surpassing 1898 by over 14 million, prompting concern over excessive competition and risk in the industry.
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National Board
United States
Netwo York Tribune
The First Baby Arrival Celebration in the Home
The article speaks of the joy and pride surrounding the birth of the first child in a marriage. It notes the mix of fear and anticipation, the ache of preparation, and the relief and comfort once the child is safely welcomed, highlighting the household's happiness and communal pride.
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Amatore
Probate notices from South Carolina reflect estate and bond actions
The document outlines bids for administration of estates and bonds, listing a Dane and officials, dates in April 1900, and procedures for executors to enter bonds. It notes eligibility to file claims, the probate judge, and court actions regarding letters of administration and abstentia allowances.
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South Caroless
H. Nanos
B.D. Dees
Veteran subscription rates and notices in The Intelligencer
A fragmented notice lists subscription terms for veterans and general readers. It mentions a yearly rate of 92.15 and that copies will be sent to veterans unable to subscribe, with applications via The Intelligencer.
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Ville
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