Daring Atlantic Crossings and Sea Gaolers of Folly
The article chronicled perilous solo and small craft crossings across the Atlantic driven by risk seeking. It profiles Andrews the piano maker, Lawler, Jowler, Captain Boyton, Leander legends, and famous feats by Webb Cavill Mortagu Holbein, noting repeated dangers and the brutal cold of the sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Andrews
Boston
Lawler
Jowler
Cape Lizard
Portugal
Boyton
Channel
India
Dover
Cape Gris-Nez
Leander
Hellespont
Hero
Lord Byron
Strait of Messina
Webb
Calais Pass
Niagara Falls
Cavill
Mortagu Holbein
Holbein
Superstition and Significance in a White House Dinner
A Coellier's Weekly note questions the meaning of the number 13 in a White House state china set. It points to 13 stars on the crest, 13 bolts and leaves on the eagle, 13 letters in E Pluribus Unum, and 13 letters in Theodore and Annie. It also cites 18 letters in Staffordshire and a February 18 delivery date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
State Service of
China
Union
Theodore
Annie
Staffordshire
England
Coellier’s Weekly
Nevada's sparse growth contrasts with western boom towns
The article notes Nevada as the largest state by area aside from Texas Montana and California yet with a 1900 population of 42 255. It compares this to populations in Akron Saginaw Dallas and Covington and recalls Nevada's peak population of 62 266 in 1880 during mining booms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevada
Texas
Montana
California
United States
Akron
Saginaw
Dallas
Covington
Giving Him A Chance
A humorous vignette from J. L. Harbour of Youth's Companion about a social misperception of his wit. At a party a young woman pins him as the man who could introduce him to Prof. Garner, famed for studying monkeys and claimed to understand their chatter as well as human speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garner
J. L. Harbour
Youth’s Companion
Garrner
New York Times
Wholly Unwarranted Challenge to Academic and Athletic Balance
In a Puck quote, a great college president denounces as false the claim that students who excel academically do so at the expense of athletics. He speaks against the growing attack on the modern education system, defending student achievement in both spheres.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puck
May Revive Sherlock Holmes Rumor Goes Big
Literary rumor claims Dr. Conan Doyle will revive Sherlock Holmes and reveal how the detective escaped death at the Reichenbach Falls. The tale centers on the resurrection of the famed sleuth after the grave confrontation with Professor Moriarty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherlock Holmes
Conan Doyle
Reichenbach Fall
Odd Customs in Greece Funeral Rites Astonish Tourists
A returning traveler notes Greek funeral practices that shock Western visitors. Bodies are exposed in open hearses during processions, with coffins sometimes richly adorned. Cemeteries rent graves by term, wealth dictates ownership, and after the term bones are exhumed and stored in a labeled bag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Tehuel Ches Of Patagonia Averages Height
Travelers have long spoken of the Tehuel ches of Patagonia as giants. Recent measurements show men average five feet eleven inches and women five feet seven inches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magedlan
Patagonia
Favor for Women Speculators at Petersburg Bourse
Report from Petersburg notes strong agitation to admit women to the Bourse and the change is expected to occur shortly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petersburg
Sinking Land Near New York Tied to Glacial History
USGS notes long term sea level changes shaping New York area. Glacial advance left sand and gravel in place, later land subsidence flooded lower areas, then gradual uplift followed by current subsidence. Offshore tree stumps indicate ongoing ocean encroachment along Long Island and New Jersey coasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Geological Survey
New York
Org Island
Hudion
Wavershaw
Croton Landing
Long Island
New Jersey
Odd Names Cause Kentucky Children to Bear Ridicule
A Nelson county farmer, Louis Hamilton, gave his children unusual names to avoid confusion with a relative. The list includes London Judge, Reputable Kingdom, Southern Soil, Hebrew Fashion, China Figure, Avenue Belle, and Hell In the Kitchen later shortened to Heler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hell-in
Hamton
Kentucky
Nelson County
Louis Hamilton
Louis Hamton
London
Kingdom
Avenue Belle
Hell In
Kitchen
Heler
The Path of Power by Philip P Graves
A dramatic verse fragment from The Spectator narrates a lone ascent toward a perilous peak. The speaker urges body and soul onward, facing darkness, wind, and mortality as he seeks victory at the summit, amid images of sacrifice and resolute resolve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip P. Graves
the Spectator
Eye strain and nervousness in schooling
The piece argues overwork and stress cause nervous children. it criticizes harsh, punitive teaching methods and calls for reducing school hours and pressure while noting ecge strain as the overlooked major factor. It critiques cult breakers and advocates humane approaches to education and child welfare.
Noted Virginia Miners Strike Crack at Bowlegged Boy
In a Virginia mining town two young neighbors aged 8 and 9 pass time with sports and scrapes. During a playful scuffle the younger boy, bowlegged, endures a taunt before retorting that God made the other as ugly as He could and then hit him in the face.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Usly
Virginia
Peruna Promises Relief for Female Troubles
A historic ad style notice claims Peruna cures catarrh and female disease, featuring Emma Mitchell of Indianapolis praising rapid relief after two to seven bottles, and naming other prominent supporters. The piece urges readers to write to Dr. Hartman for free medical advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Mitchell
Louisiana Street
Indianapolis
Ind
America
Perunes
Peruca
Strenuous Vacation prompts town visit among locals
A Detroit Free Press excerpt shows Peterkin explaining occasional town visits for rest while discussing country life and leisure like golf ping-pong tetherball and dances amid a humorous clash of routine and travel plans. The dialogue hints at social scenes and travel between country and city settings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peterkin
Detroit
Allen's Foot-Pase Powder Ad Promotes Comfort
Do Your Feet Ache and Burn Shake into your shoes Allen's Foot- Pase a powder for the feet It makes tight or New Shoes feel Easy Cures Gwollen Hot Sweeting Feet Corns and Bunions At all Druggists and Shoe Stores 25c Sample sent FREE Address Allen S Olmsted LeRoy N Y
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
LeRoy, N. Y
I Would Not Rather Have Ears Than a Nose
A five year old boy Robert disputes Gelett Burgess verse saying he would not rather have ears than a nose because they are harder to wash. A neighbor recalls reading the poem to him and his humorous retort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert
Mr. Burgess
Patient shares kidney cure by Dodd's Kidney Pills
Frederika July 13 Mr A S Grover relates a kidney trouble recovery after using Dodd's Kidney Pills He slept through the night and gained eight pounds in two months with reduced facial and ankle edema He claims ten boxes finished the cure and urges others with similar urinary disorders to try the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederika, Ja
A. S Grover
Dodd
Mr. Grover
Mystery Enhances Charms of a Beautiful Woman
A poised woman elevates allure by cultivating an enigmatic air. Mystery adds intrigue, making attention feel earned and sparks curiosity about her thoughts and intentions.
Saint Paul Health Commissioner Transforms Harriet Island
Dr Chage appointed health commissioner by Mayor Kiefer turns barren Harriet Island into a health resort. Public baths on Harriet Island draw over a million visitors yearly and support the city’s health image. Summer Carnival July 1 to August 8 funds baths with excursion rates offered by railroads on July 25 30 and August 3 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Chage
City of
Kiefer
Harriet Island
Mississippi River
Also Mentioned on This Page
Polbedn
France
Ton
Greece
Patagonian Giants
New Yor
Peruna
Hartman
Helva Lockwood
Washington, D. C
Col. Hamilton
Columbus
Ohio
F. E. Warren
U. S
Warren
Wyoming
Dr. Hartman
The
Hartman Sanitarium
Mrs
Public Ledger
Darren Island
Vaxton Coo
Mass
Columbus Ave
Stark Co
Samra Fre
Cag Hudson Portrait Co
Madison St
Chicago
Thompson
Dan U
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!