Andrew Carnegie and His Century of Wealth
The fragmentary text surveys Andrew Carnegie and his era, noting his vast fortune and influence. It references Carnegie’s generosity, his partners, and Scottish connections tied to Pittsburgh. Mentions figures like Alexander Ry Peacock and various associates, hinting at industry and wealth lineage in late 19th century America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Seownih
Andrew Carnegie
George
Mmeameton
Pittsburg
Alexander Ry Peacock
Ermiine
Ejin
Woman's Ways and Spouse Roles in Swift Moral Tale
A fragmented old text reflects on marriage, female behavior, and social expectations. It discusses women guiding husbands, maintaining home virtue, and the imagined outcomes of different spouse choices. The piece contrasts traditional duties with personal independence, hinting at societal judgments of women and marriage.
Whimsical fads and the dawn of modern folly
A fragmented discussion notes whimsical fads spreading through society and their puzzling hold on both men and women. It mentions a pastor commenting on the times, a sermon, and curious behavior like watching watches during services. The piece shifts to a political anecdote about a mistaken ballot and a distracted judge, then ends with a murky reference to education, poverty, and prison reforms.
Wit and Humor From Various Nations and Anecdotes
A string of humorous vignettes and country anecdotes fill a page, from a minister’s sermon joke to Irish wit and a Texas tailor tale. Includes a colored justice of the peace in Alabama, an Irish court quip, a German canvasser in New York, a sailor and his boot, a teacher’s music hurdle and a hyphen pun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Colon
Otter
New York
Wase
Nisane
Sally
Istaia
Wit and Humour Dialogues and Ditties from a San Pransien Page
A garbled miscellany of humorous vignettes and moral musings. Bits of dialogue feature Sir Walter Scott anecdotes, homey family quips about mothers and children, and a mock sermon on sincerity. The tone mimics an old parish column with loosely connected jokes and observations on temper, ambition, and everyday life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boothman
San Pransien
Walter Scott
Abbottaford
Walter
Trisiiman
Also Mentioned on This Page
Staniad
Andhew Cargedde
Ile
Reyani
Teaiher
Wwe
Owen
Bogota
Brown
Mar Nashaod
Emmy Kabhe
Wilet
Sergi Peerivil
Sis
Weill
Henry Mortimer
Scott
Iit
Wirst
Hirst
Trailler
Emerald Isle
Ais
Wexford
Asin
Lnother
Education Com Gee
Eho
Bobby
Moses
Levi
Hormerac
Nin
Tiger
Daisy
Eton
Mr. Tompkins
Tommy le
Tim
Seluck
Clara
Irl
Huohandy
Gilbert Stokoe
Iran
Tsun
Anil
Omar Ann
Cougingarin
Cartels
Willerd Ani
Alte
Johnnie
Nalla Pharmagy
Gregerson
M.ps
H. Fosnole & Co
Accoustant
Sridce Ae Nunn
Benalla
Nn McLean
Matheson
Val Re
Lhan Lon
Yun. Kals Conducted
Tobusco
Victor Say
Nunn Strest
Bonalla
Choe
Han ON
Ratimster
Alliance Fire Insurance Op
Nolo Auden — Nunn
S10
RED
Rogie
Chaminta, Madtoine Vendors
WG Hearne & Co, Ltd
Gosling
Jetorin
Hearnes
N. D. Harper
Bridge-st
Henry Vallender
Henry Wallendex
Benalla Standard
Kennedy & Wilkins
Boots
Golins
Kennedy
Wilkins
WOOL
Hearne & Co
Lta
NEW Zealand Loan & Mercantile
Agency Company Limited
Montas
Victoria
Riverina
Queensland
Cooper's
Palatine Insurance Coy
Collins Street West
Melbdourne
Dalgety
Newmarket
Weperls
Clivat
Quibell
Kemp
Nebel
Chilworth
Melbourne
Bourke St
Royal Mail Steamers
LEAYS
Leour
Marseilles
London
Adelaide
Fremantle
Colombo
Aden
Port Said
Gipraitar
Plymouth
Brinda
Europe
Remar
Bombay
Iere
Oor
UMM Kevery
Ei Bre Nan Hst
NTH
Melbourak
Dae New Management
Broken River Hotel
A. J. Allen
A. J. AL Biiving
Huntaly
Chewpoen Ponte
Boally
Dior
Thomlihuik Nubioe
Alihiur
Adntulure
Tawai Ur County
Benjamin
S. Talochino
Porter
Bey Aveestttt
Carrier Street
Hotogrady
Hells Goy
Terol
Folarsen
Tech
Uber Man
Swanston
Tut
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