Henry Abbey and the rise of Italian opera in New York
New York scene notes Henry Abbey is praised for his business integrity and bold opera ventures. The piece reflects on prize fighting and opera shifts, Abbey’s influence on New York’s stage, and his partnership with Schoeffel, amid a city weighing cultural bets and public taste.
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Henry E. Abbey
New York
Stanton
Metropolitan Opera House
Max Maretzek
Boston
Abbey
Howagrp
Boston Beans How To Bake Them In A Regular Way
The Boston method for baking beans is the standard approach. Soak beans overnight, drain, rinse, and mix with salt molasses and mustard, add salt pork or butter, cover with water, and bake in a moderate oven from morning to next day.
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Boston
the Tribune
Saloon Keeper Catharine Ryan Noted for Bold Barroom Skills
In West et New York Catharine Ryan runs a saloon and is described by friends as adept at mixing drinks and handling patrons. She is credited with strength, able to lift a keg of beer and calmly manage a guest by the collar, reflecting a bold, unconventional persona of a Sorosis member.
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Catharine Ryan
West Et
New York
Bancroft Dead a Distinguished Historian of Massachusetts
Died in Washington January 17 1900 George Bancroft renowned historian died at home in Washington after brief illness Born October 3 1800 in Massachusetts he studied at Exeter Harvard and other institutions he served as secretary of the navy under Polk and helped establish the Naval Academy His monumental history of the United States remained his best known work and he remained a tireless scholar to the end of his life.
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Mr. Bancroft
Bancroft
Hse
Mass
Neo
Exeter
Harwth
Nll
Remet Ther
Gosneeenis
Whs
Harvard
Heeren
Greece
Polk
Navy
Naval Academy
Pacific
Coltcenie
Penceoss
Great Bri
Bancroft Rose Cliff Residence in Newport Noted Scholar
The article recalls Bancroft’s Newport summer home Rose Cliff, famed for its roses and ocean views. It notes his fame, hospitality, literary work, and routines, including daily garden time, rose guidance, and visits from strangers. It highlights his devotion to Newport life and public generosity during local events.
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Newpoort R. L
Bancroft
Newport
John Knower
Belmont Place
Bellevue
Atadeeaeus
Rose Cliff
Bengese
Lin Bi Gard Don
Herman
Ocean View
Mr. Bancroft
Susanne Baltimore Linked to Charles Baltimore Kin
Relatives identified include Susanne, previously living with a friend, now noted as the wife of Charles Baltimore. The message lists these family connections among a set of known relations.
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Ington
Susanne
Friene
Charles Baltimore
George Bancroft and Round Hill School in Northampton
Northampton recalls historian George Bancroft who grew up here and co founded the Round Hill school for boys with Joseph G. Cogswell in 1823. They chose Northampton for its remoteness and beauty. The school charged 300 dollars yearly for board and instruction. Bancroft helped entertain General Lafayette during his 1826 visit before leaving town to pursue broader duties.
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NortHampton
George Bancroft
Washington
Cambridge
Joseph G. Cogswell
Round Hill
Peo
Bancroft
Ancroft
F A. Lafayette
A SUPERSTITIOUS GAMBLER
Witxesparne Pa Jan 17 Harry Latimer alias Handsome Harry is a renowned gambler famed for card skill and world travel. He settled in Wilkesbarre eight years ago, ran poker rooms, attracted crowds, and accumulated losses. Police raided his rooms revealing twelve tables. he faced mayoral fines and vowed to return to New York claiming luck hinges on superstition.
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Wilkesbarre
Aiseane
Y Latimer
Harry
Tihs
Dtoa
Goui Ng
York
Latimer
Casey
Wil Cshare
Johnstowns
Filled Boots With Water In Zanzibar Boy's Tale
Salli, Stanley's Zanzibar boy, recounts experiences in America with humor and hardship. The Chicago Tribune notes Salli, dark skinned and multilingual, faced pranks in hotels and wary hospitality, while recalling his early life and schooling before joining the expedition.
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Stanley
Zanzibar
Salli
Chicago Tribune
Saili
America
Tayan
Tanaia
Levis
Forks Arrival in Europe and English Etiquette
The fork entered France with Catherine de Medici and spread to England where Ben Jonson mocked the Italian import. The first known fork user was a Greek emperor’s daughter who married a Venice doge and dined with a golden fork. Knives and forks only gained noble use in 17th century England, with travelers still carrying knives and forks in a case as inns seldom provided them. Before Elizabeth I the jackknife served eating and many other tasks.
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France
Catherine de Medici
England
Ben Jonson
Italy
Venice
Elizabeth
Prince Albert of Monaco’s troubled royal family lives
A long list details Prince Albert Il of Monaco and his marriage history with the Duke of Hamilton’s daughter, their Vatican dissolution, a subsequent French Hungarian alliance, and the prince’s prolific titles and lineage. It notes the 19 year old heir at the Sorbonne, separation fallout, and the world’s view of the princess.
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Rehoboth Sunday Herald
Prince Albert
Charles the Third
Monaco
Duke of Hamilton
Vatican
Tassilo de Festetics
Albert of
Fous
Sorbonne
Honore Grim
Jonaco
Rleyois
Myns de Baux
Baron
Buiz
Hot Peneire
Leon
Thorigny
Lathamiere
Itl Vvilier
Azarin
Cayenne Rines
Chateaupprcien
Ferratie
Belfort
Hann
Rosemont
Jeleirah
Isenheim
Chilly
Umeau
Massy
Grand Ross
Orders of of
Life of Koch’s Boy Described by Bridgton Woman
Mrs. Davis of Bridgton Me recounts Robert Koch’s early life in Clausthal and his courtship, wedding to Emmy Frantz, and rise to world fame. She notes his family background, schooling, and later roles in medicine, cholera research, and tuberculosis work, with reflections on his career and honors.
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Clausthal
Hartz Mountains
Robert Koch
Robert
Maine
Berlin
Prof
Koch
Emmy Frantz
Bridgeton Centre
Benjamin K. Davis
Carolina Block
Hanover
Prof. Koch
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Normal School
Cincinnati
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Arg Dows
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Acre
Mamy
Liam Frantz
Clqus Usthal Church
Philadelphia
Penn
Lee
Dr. Koch Lodie
Cromon
Ras
Evens
Jolly School
Gaya
America
Hyumy
Frantz
Sanias An
Rene
Old Neighbors Recall Robert in Clausthal Scene
A matron speaks of Robert and Gertrude, recalling their youth at Clausthal and imagining a nostalgic summer return. She envisions stagecoaches and cheering crowds, praising Robert as ideal and exemplary, a man destined for global regard.
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Robert
Pale
Gertrude
There’s Millions in It Horses That Sold for Wonderful Prices
Between Jan 1 1890 and Jan 1 1891 trotting bred horses sold at auction totaled 2199 head for 1 604 761 dollars averaging 780 per head. Thoroughbreds 2036 sold for 1 692 080 dollars averaging 796 per head. Combined 4285 horses brought 3 296 841 dollars averaging just over 778 per head.
Death of Pocahontas the famed trotting mare
Last week at Robert Bonner's farm in Tarrytown New York the old mare Pocahontas died. Purchased in 1863 for 35 000 dollars and valued at five thousand dollars, she was by Ethan Allen from Pocahontas 21744 and famed for speed. Bonner never bred her until old age and she produced no foals but was renowned as a roadster and noted for rapid gait. She reportedly achieved a 2 17% time and a 2 2644 pace, hailed as the greatest trotter alive.
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Robert Bonner
Tarrytown
N. Y
Lady Drummond
Ethan Allen
Bonner
Aston
How Brummel Dressed and Social Grace in Regency London
The article describes Brummel’s attire and influence, noting his starched white neckcloth and trouser design. It recounts Byron and Crabbe impressions of his refined appearance and character, his place in London society from 1800 to 1816, and his honorable conduct during destitution despite offers to sell gossip or private papers.
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Rd Byron
Crabbe
Belvoir
Borhood
Brummel
London
Buch
William Winter
New York Tribune
The Kitchen Force at Windsor Lenient Royal Staff Roles
The article surveys Windsor palace kitchens under Queen Victoria era etiquette. It lists roles from the kitchen clerk earning £700 yearly to a full staff of cooks, confectioners, bakers, roasting cooks, coffee women, and numerous assistants. It notes the cellar as a separate department with its own personnel.
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New York Tribune
Queen
In Sympathy With Him
A short humor vignette from the New York Herald where Cholly asks what Bessie's father said about losing heart. Arthur recalls the father sympathizing, claiming he had mislaid a club.
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New York Herald
Cholly
Bessie
Arthur
A Sailor's Chest Reveals a Lifelong Harbor of Memories
An aging sailor chats with a reporter about the telltale signs inside a sailor’s chest. He explains how chests, diddy boxes, and keepsakes reflect life at sea, family love, and the dangers of treasure lost at sea. He recalls a shirt bought for a shipmate, a widow’s return, and the unwritten code guarding chests in the forecastle. MARLTON DOWNING.
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Lhar
Neptune
Groxn
Ol Elmer
Tom
Ivan
Marlton Downing
New York World Describes Mixed Brandy Mint Drink Craze
The New York World notes a trend where men in town blend brandy with green mint and crushed ice, applauded by some as a refreshing mix, while others attempt to chase fiery liquors that challenge endurance and stir interior torments.
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New York World
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