Homesickness After Twenty Years of Downtown Strolls
A New York man recalls twenty years of downtown routine and the shock of moving uptown. He narrates changing streets, bridges, signs, and familiar faces, and notes how attachment to a district fades when relocated, leaving him homesick for the old loop between City Hall and the Battery. He ponders if old companions miss him too as New York itself keeps changing.
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New York City
City Hall
the Battery
Two Rivers
Majong Caen
Wall Street
Custom House
Trinity
Old St. Paul's
New York
Smetand
Education Begins the Gentleman Reading Finishes Him
A concise reflection quotes John Locke on education guiding character. It contrasts initiation by schooling with reading, companionship, and thoughtful reflection as the true completing influences on a well formed person.
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Locke
Smoking Merihuana Delusions Till Calaboose Ends
A Journal described Mexican peons smoking merihuana and eating water bugs and pulque worms, claiming delirium tremens like effects. It notes amplified bravado, distorted perceptions, and fear of small dogs while other dangers dull the senses leading to violent acts and arrests.
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Mexico
Warm All Winter Shoes for Men Women and Kids
A large assortment of warm lined shoes for men women and children. Avoid cold feet with comfortable footwear. Best makes of Arctics and Rubbers available at low prices.
Patience recalls sister’s stage career and marriage
Yonkers Statesman quotes a conversation about a sister who has been on stage and is now married. Patrice remarks she finally has a speaking part, reflecting on the progression of her sister's acting role.
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Patience
Patrice
Yonkers Statesman
Dangerous Golf Banter WithAnalogy About Taylor
The dialogue lampoons golf dangers as First Lady and Second Lady discuss a golfer named Taylor. Taylor enters a bunker, exits in two, then reportedly falls apart, with a cryptic line about Braid securing a half and worse to follow.
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Taylor
Braid
Dressmakers argue train length at six or three feet
A secretary of a woman's club and the treasurer debate acceptable train length with dressmakers split on six feet versus three feet. The Washington Herald notes the item and adds a reminder to place Christmas seals on the back of letters and packages, not on stamps.
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Washington Herald
Austin Dairy Co Sets Daily Poultry Delivery Price
The Austin Dairy Co offers payment at the prevailing market price for poultry delivered on any day, ensuring farmers and suppliers receive competitive rates regardless of the weekday.
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Austin Dairy Co
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Interstate
Adren
Ome
Ted
North Kenwood
the Fox Hotel
Kenwood Avenue
Or Charles Cressey
Braaten
Farmers’ Brick and Tile Plant
G. Sorflaten
N. Main Street
Bridge Street
H. Waterman
Moscow
First Street
J. Lonergan
Joseph Keenan
Schwan & Son
Ade
Eaton Crane
Buc
Wold’s
East Bridge St
Elk Hotel
National Salvage CO
Austin, Minnesota
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