Instances of Luck in a Newark Jail Break Debate
A garbled Newark stage discussion recounts an audacious jail escape attempt by two men described as ignorant negroes. The speaker, a detective connected to Essex County and Newark, aired details of the Jackson murder case, the prison break plan, and proposed long travel schemes as context while weighing risk, costs, and potential outcomes of a further trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stateton
Speacat
New Jersey
Pontas
Imiic
Ian Rone
Madailerwands
Irene Bat
The Baker of Concord NH and the Sage of Fairness
A fragmentary piece depicts the Baker of Concord New Hampshire as a complex civic figure valued for his cautious peace keeping and steady influence. It also briefly notes Geronimo the retired Apache warrior teaching a Sunday school class in Alabama and a baptism described after Catholic rites.
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Cord
N. H
Oncoed
Concord
Geronimo
Swan
Sea Cook's Bold Tar Dishes Stir the Galley Debate
An oblique sea tale describes a cook and crew debating unusual meals aboard a ship. The discussion centers on what to serve, including unusual seafood, and the crew's reactions mix humor with hunger amid a bustling galley.
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Ullon
Tyee Ginn
Sieontaldey
Asia
Iowa
Peretasae
Ieee
Cross-Saddle Habits Attract New Yonk Fashion
In a recent feature from New York, Aug. 16, fashion observers note a growing trend among rural and city women toward cross saddle styles. The reported outfits include long coats reaching the knee and tailored ensembles designed to fit a formal, coordinated look. Observers describe a preference for neat, comfortable garments with a modern twist.
All Well Paid Women and Newark Convention Gossip
A fragment discusses women’s pay and a proposed Newark convention hall event. Mentions Mrs Macy Maver Dodge of St Nicholas and Amelia Barr as notable literary women. text is garbled with unclear names and dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newark
Swiehin
Mra Macy
Maver Dodge
St. Nichola
Amelia E. Barris
Satsaatsonen
Perouk
Novelty in Fancy Work at Seashore Embroidery Exhibition
Readable segments describe decorative crafts for yachts and doyleys, with Turkish embroidery motifs and welt silver threads. It notes patterns, designs, and advice on materials, plus mentions of plaid motifs and patriotic themes from Waterloo era.
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Benrow
Tengen
Ieee
Rayeste
Cole
Tom
Tels
Shane
Ells
Plasten
Retired Doociete Question Sparks Nym Crinkle Debate
Fragmentary OCR outlines a clash over the Ne Retired Doociete issue with Nym Crinkle opposing earnest women. The unclear text hints at theatre, photographs, and alleged acting wrath, arguing for attention to a female audience.
Origin of Studhorse Poker in Roman Era Tale
Fragmentary report recounts Bud McDonald from Denver describing Studhorse Poker Hay origins before a war era. The text reflects informal chatter on players and attendance, with garbled names and stray phrases about a city lead and organized groups.
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Bud McDonald
Denver
Haa
Roorter
von Oranno
Iamenan
Aimee
Untitled fragment on faith and partnership
A fragmentary conversation mentions an unnamed woman described as an angel and a husband captioning the idea of waiting to heaven. The text appears as a casual, imperfect exchange with missing context and unclear speakers.
Fragmented OCR text with stray phrases and names
A garbled OCR passage references John Doyle, Edmund, and O’Coomslee with scattered phrases about epitaphs and smokers room aboard a steamer. The text includes stray quotes, names, and disjointed remarks, lacking coherent narrative or clear event.
Fragmentary Manila Times era notes on coast and events
A garbled OCR fragment describes coastlines and distant places with scattered names and dates. It mentions Sam Franckeo, Astoria, Chicago, and Cuba in a stream of disjointed phrases. The piece references ships, tides, weather, and a general mood of travel and inquiry without coherent narrative.
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Erie
Manone
Chicago
Wilks Hull
Tony
Kupte
Catera
Trent
Halland
Axa
Ean Sganir
Hissater
Caryel
Ita Thourand
Cuba
Aberieas Aloe
Neteadas
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Ite Alsoosal
Smbro
York
San Francisvo
Mexico
Vancouver
Firth Columbia
Alaska
Europe
New Orleans
Nova ‘Scotia
Newfoundland
Coma
Banosik
Rowan Havant
Pont
Antares
Bold Jack Tar
AmotherrMod
Sino
Erbriderier
Tate
Almont
Grant
Sheridan
Waterloo
Lewiston
Wellington
Victor Hue
Falliona
Ares
Philips Ewiel
Jpros
Nolan
Heaven
Prom Ais
Tion
John Doyle
Edmund Bares
Mondinson
Canara
Abe
Ponent Recepiace
Evan “Tir
Georgia
Mont Blanc
Sinulog
Toxioder
Tiiaatory
Cpa
Apinion
Sreer
Sriihtee
Oso
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