Mississippi River Gambling Card Scene and Betrayal
An elderly gambling tale aboard a riverboat unfolds with poker stakes and a slave named Bob, who betrays a dealer by signaling to the colonel’s hand. The colonel loses heavily, and Bob remains a slave amid the tense, perilous atmosphere of professional gamblers and river life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O&t
Sade
E - Mississippi
Abba
Bob
Sinclair
Orleans
Binchak
Jim
I.arkiha
Larkins
Wine
Wren
Hinde
Loxley Hovey and the Lydia Darrach Tale Explained
The article recounts the Lydia Darrach legend tied to the Loxley house in Little Dock Street Philadelphia. It notes the tale's enduring popularity despite discrediting details and mentions sources in the American Quarterly Review regarding the tale’s first publication and later discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loxley Hovey Phillaelphia
Lydia Darrach
Tastee
Whet
Loxtey
Litthe
Yi Teveley
Benjamin
Loosley
George Clymer
Atmerican Quarterly ‘Review
Iin Mare
Peprerneile
Tivoleron
American Quarterly Ravier
Paverer
Mist Baye
Wan Asaea
Tennyson Visit Described by Allingham at Freshwater Home
The fragment recounts a meeting at the Isle of Wight home of Alfred Lord Tennyson with William Allingham, noting Tennyson's mood and discomfort. It mentions a planned photograph and a discussion of dreams and immortality, with Allingham recalling their dialogue and observations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menoltadt
Willig Allfegharp
Eppege
Fennyson
Livieg
AlMigham
Tennyson
Farringford
Freshwater
Wight
Allinghie
Teanyeon
Tennysan
Tehuyaon
Pennyson
Allingham
Ibea Tennyson
Foot Art and Classical Greek Foot Models in Antiquity
A fragmentary column discusses the "Feet of the Ancient Greek" noting the British interpretation of classical foot imagery. It references Discus Thrower, Apollo sculptures, and the notion feet as models for Greek coin designs and footwear.
Sea Mammals and Fur Trade From Arctic to Warm Seas
Fragmented text describes seals at sea and their fur, likening noses, paws, and fat to clothing. It notes seals migrate to subarctic regions in summer, seeking fisheries and large daily rations. The passage blends observations of anatomy with notes on hunting and fur value.
Fragmented Tribune Quotation on Fasting and Change
A garbled Chicago Tribune quote discusses fasting and its potential life changing effects. The readable fragments hint at consequences of spoken words and personal transformation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ian
Chicago Tribune
Fraternity Exchange Discusses Impulsive Behavior
A terse exchange notes that impulsive people are described as black eyes, and mentions that while some have not set their traits at the frat, they may develop them later. The dialogue hints at social expectations and personal development stages within a fraternity context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mifkipa
Ailskins
Digestive health claims in mid century pharmacy advert
An odd advertisement extols digestion science praising stomach and liver vigor to boost appetite and vitality. It links a supposed “pebanasticy” of Sy to improved energy and senses, touting a tonic to revitalize the stomach and liver for better function.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phelmgey
Phormacy
Blupfeld
Lemsher
Water Works announces meter charges and notices
Notice from Bluefield Water Works and Improvement Company dated December 10 1907 states that all water metered services will be charged at meter rates and meters may be installed on request by phone or letter. The fragment also mentions unrelated ads and testimonials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nets Water Works
Imprey
Alreddy
Bluefield “Water ‘Works
Bluefield
W. Va
Local Ad Suggests Pile Relief Product
Fragmentary ad text touts a topical remedy for piles and burns. It mentions a brand sold by druggists and various retailers with unclear spelling and pricing.
Notice to Customers on Safety of Felan's Sara Remedy
A retailer informs customers that Felan's Sara is safe for children and not affected by national food and drug laws, stating it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. Signed by WG HL Wade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felan
Sara
Aguil WG
Wade
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsed by a Mother
A letter from Mrs. J.W. Eekings describes kidney and urinary ailments in her ten year old daughter. She credits Doan's Kidney Pills with substantial relief after doctors and other remedies failed. Ad promotes sale by Milburn Co Buffalo as agents with a 50 cent price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Baemie
Bright
W. Eekings
M.Y
Severgl
Dean
Mary
Asle
y-Milburn. Co
Buffalo
Pole
United Tee Ee
Doan
Wed Bankrupts Notice in Southern District of West Virginia
The document reports on debts, properties, and discharge procedures for two Wed Bankrupts in the Southern District of West Virginia. It notes adjudication under federal bankruptcy acts, assets surrender, and compliance with court orders. The court directs notice to creditors by mail, with a hearing date and witness signature by Clerk Kratley in Bluefield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jéthin
Rissa
Far
Virginia
Tod
Ste
Persia
Benjamin F. Keller
Taid Court
Taid Court, and the Sea
Bluefield
Um. Kratley
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Stownie
Harry ~ Company
Bea
Ieee & Ra
Edward & Warman
Bluefield Bottling Company
Iron Package
Nottfe
Betrnontposite Pageenger
Mastin
Cafe
RVICE
Sloan, Mer
Is. Bec Supply. & Construction. Co
Bluefield, W. VA
Ford
Music Company
Moira
Ard
Serluefield
Inksmvsings Builder
Roanoke
Pesry
Bluefield, W
W. Rafway
Telegraph
pSelarcae
ThaBarnagt
Steny
Loulering Courier-Journet
Hellilater
Rocky Mountain
Ahreek Coal and Coke Co
End Drug Co
W. J. Re
Wi Lever
Oie
Merchans
Rayeville
Blollister
Weak End Drug Co
Han
Iettieway
Altamont
SAR
Bluefield Merchandise Exchange Incorporated
Bland Street
Grocke
Princeton
City of
D. B. Baldwin
Oh. Ak’ Building
National’ Pure Food Law
B. M. Cohen
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