Cheyne Row Club Bohemian Life and Massinger on Poetry
In the Cheyne Row Club drawing room Hugh Massinger, a famed but unknown poet, debates poetry, fame, and life with Warren Kelf amid a gallery of literary grandees. They consider art versus money, fate, and the writer’s path as they plan a coastal sketching trip to Suffolk aboard Massinger’s friend Relf’s boat the Mud Turtle, with talk of travels to White Strand and shared plans for an artistic sea voyage.
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Decline of Turkish Empire Linked to Muslim Domination
Fragment of 19th century essay argues Islam caused decay across the Ottoman lands. It contrasts ancient prosperity with later decline, citing Ubicini on corn yields and general manufacturing slowdown, noting vast deserts of abandoned cities and nomadic incursions.
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Pearls of Truth Reflections on Death and Cheerfulness
Fragmentary text presents aphorisms about packing life, tolerance to slander, death as reconciler, wealth revealing folly, and cheerfulness born of employment. Notable quotes attributed to George As Riches, La Bruyere, and Longfellow appear amid garbled OCR lines.
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Labor dispute over alien sailors and New York deaths in 1886
A report notes many masters and crews from Nova Scotia sailing from Gloucester to the Banks and argues for laws against alien labor. It then contrasts New York and London mortality in 1886, finding New York with higher death rates and overcrowding. The piece also discusses women entering professions and a New York journal praising the English sparrow for Brooklyn pests.
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Byron and Burns personality shapes value in life and art
W. D. Howells compares the lives and legacies of Byron and Burns in Harper's, arguing Burns’ warm humanity elevates his fame while Byron’s splendid gifts fail to evoke enduring affection. Burns is praised for moral fiber and relatable humanity despite poverty and misfortune.
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Stay on the Farm Says Joaquin Miller
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Nerviline promoted as cure for multiple ailments
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Untitled fragment prompts intimate question on affection
A fragmentary lines question how to express love to a son. The text centers on affection and desire for guidance in showing care. The speaker mentions money and emotions in a personal, ambiguous context.
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Woman Suffering Highlighted By 19th Century Remedies
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