Rescue in Constantinople Harem Escape Retold by Captain
A narrator recounts a perilous escape from a Constantinople harem where a Swedish captain and companions aided by a brave plan. They bribed guards, attached a silk ladder, and freed a trapped woman amid treachery and pursuit. Years later the couple reunite with the captain in New York aboard the Dreadnought.
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Moscow
Odessa
Falmouth
Alexandria
Bosphorus
Venus
Vulcan
Sea of
Marmora
Eever
Pacha
Peru
New York
Rector Street
Hope
Sandy Hook
Constantinople
Egypt
Antwerp
Col
Graham
Court of Common Pleas
Custom House
Samuels
Captain Duke and the Dusty Driver on a Florida Road
A Jacksonville Times Union recounts a humorous road tale from Manatee where a driver peppered his confidant with quips about “Captain Duke” as the Duke maintains a dignified silence. The exchange ends with a self-deprecating remark from the driver who misnames the Duke, comparing himself favorably in a lighthearted, All American spirit.
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Duke
Johu
Farren
Captain Duke
John
Capt. Duke
Manatee
Mr. and Cappen Duke
Jacksonville Times Union
Where Woman Fails on Telegraph Usage and Tariffs
A San Francisco Chronicle quote argues that the telegraph will not succeed until rates drop to one cent per hundred words. It claims women cannot effectively use the service within current limits, predicting confusion and high costs, unless spend limits are eased.
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San Francisco Chronicle
A Westmouth Romance of Love and Rivalry
In a late summer tale set on Westmouth’s promenade a narrator recounts his thwarted love for Alice Ashbury. Rival Philip Yewburton courts Alice’s fortune and her generosity, while a dying woman reveals Yewburton’s true attachment to wealth not to Alice. The story ends with Alice and the narrator forever changed as both become mothers.
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Westmouth
Alice Ashbury
Alice
Mr. Steadman
Herold
Harold
Philip Yewburton
Yewburton
Lucy Winchat
Mary
Mr. Yewburton
Mrs. Ashbury
Mr. Newburton
London
Mrs. Asbury
Robin Adair
Mr. Yewburyton
Miss Ashbury
Shg
Ead
Phillp Yewburton
Philp Yewburton
Mabel
Not Corn Rows Arkansas Traveler Tale
A Kansas traveler meets friends laying out land and mistakes streets for corn rows. The Kansas man explains the boom era and that they are in a city street corner at Commercial and Emporium, not rural fields.
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Arkansas
Kansas
Detective James Jackson of Sing Sing
Sing Sing Daily Register reports State detective James Jackson, famed for flawless recognition of convicts and visitors, travels widely to pursue runaways and identify out-of-state criminals. The article notes his 5 foot 8 inch, 35 year old, lean frame, piercing black eyes, and claimed ability to recall about 10,000 criminals. It mentions his routine use of Brandreth’s Pills and Allcock’s Porous Plasters for stamina.
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James Jackson
Sing Sing
Jackson
Mr. Jackson
Brandreth
Allcock
N. Y
Daily Register
Judge Sends Silent Note Before Ruling At Court
In a Southern justice scene a court term ends with the judge slipping a note into the code and leaving, telling the defense to proceed while he goes home to set out potato slips. Spectators and counsel protest, but the judge departs, predicting rain by the cloud.
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Americas
Empire
South
Lord Rosebery Speech in Glasgow on Gladstone and Home Rule
Lord Rosebery warned in Glasgow that the coercion bill would fuel agitation and spark a general election. He doubted home rule would place Ireland under American Irish control and argued liberals would regret failing conciliation.
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Lord Roseberry
Glasgow
Gladstone
Ireland
Gladsrone
New York
England
Thistle yacht launched and towed to Gourock on Clyde
The Thistle yacht arrives quietly at Gourock three miles west of Greenock on the Clyde. It features a pronounced overhang bow and stern, sails set forward, masts near the stem, and a large maineail. deck resembles the Marjorie's. When racing it will be cutter rigged and will cross the Atlantic as a gaul.
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Gourock
Greenock
Clyde
Storm in Austria and Australian shipwreck kill hundreds
A severe Austrian storm and a separate Australian shipwreck resulted in the deaths of over six hundred people. The disasters prompted rescue efforts and investigations into maritime safety.
Red Star Cough Cure Sold by Sisters at Govans Md
The Sisters of Notre Dame Govans Md advertise Red Star Cough Cure priced at twenty five cents a bottle for coughs chest oppression and sore throat with a note of use by the order.
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Sisters of Notre Dame
Govanstown
Railroad free transport policy challenged by religious group
Before leaving for Atlanta, Chairman Cooley wrote the Sisters of St. Joseph of St. Louis refusing their request to authorize railroad companies to grant free transportation as before. She said railways must set their own policy on favors to religious workers, noting statutes authorize reduced rates for ministers with a general rule to avoid legal penalties.
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Atlanta
Cooley
Sisters of St. Joseph
St. Louis
Markets and probate notes from Milwaukee and region
Commodity prices for wheat corn oats rye and related goods across New York Minneapolis St Paul Milwaukee and Nashotah with figures in cents and dollars. The death estate of Alexander Mitchell of Milwaukee lists bequests to Milwaukee Protestant and Catholic orphan asylums Milwaukee Passavant hospital St Marys hospital Young Men’s Christian Association Nashotah House Racine College and related beneficiaries.
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New York
Milwaukee
Minneapolis
St Pavuu
Alexander Mitchell
Milwaukee Protestant Orphan Asylum
Milwaukee Catholic Orphan Asylum
Milwaukee (Passavant) Hospital
St. Mary's (Catholic) Hospital
Young Men's Christian Association
Nashotah House
Racine College
Moxie Captures the Nerve Plant Crowd
The piece shows Moxie taking center stage as men toast a revolution in drinks and women cheer. It extols Moxie as a tonic every tired nervous woman should sample, claiming one taste makes it irresistible.
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Moxie
Tragedy at Coldwater: Johnsson kills Gardner then dies
In Coldwater Michigan Thomas Johnson fatally shot George Gardner then fired twice at Mrs Gardner before turning the gun on himself. The woman was formerly his wife.
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Coldwater
Michigan
Thomas Johnson
George Gardner
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted as Rheumatism Cure
Best authorities trace rheumatism to a morbid blood state with lactic acid attacking joints. Hood's Sarsaparilla is said to purify blood, strengthen body functions, and provide a permanent remedy. Endorsements from A B Curry of Providence support its efficacy for rheumatism and dyspepsia.
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Hood
Sarsaparilla
A.B. Curry
Providence
Rh. I. Hood
Favorite Prescription Restores Woman’s Strength and Morale
A reader writes praising Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for backache and bearing down sensations that left her unfit for housework. After using the medicine, she reports strong improvement and a renewed sense of well being.
Golden Medical Discovery Promises Cure for Fatigue
A reader describes persistent fatigue and lack of appetite, noting many men feel played out. The ad promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery to purify blood, strengthen the system, and prevent disease, touting it as an anti bilious remedy.
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Bright
Dr. Pierce
Porter Cave and Emscat Co
Boston
Mass
Dove
Pardee Medicine CO
Rochester
M. Y
High Authority
Beecher Advice and Local Commerce Note
For coughs and throat disorders Brown's Bnoxeman Troones are sold only in boxes. A purchase shows Charles Gillison bought 7,000 sheep and ranch appurtenances from Henry McDonald for 55000 dollars. Piso's Cure for Consumption is marketed to aid sleep during coughing disturbances.
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Brown
Henry Ward Beecher
Charles Gillison
Henry McDonald
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Courier-Journal
Scaptor
Joca
Sutherland
Thomas Tormey
Scott Depot
Putnam Co
W. Va
St. Jacob's Oi
All Druggista
O .L. Hood & CO
Apothecaries
Lowel
Missoula
Montana Independent
Indian Commission
St. Ignatius’ Mission
Henry Thomas
The
Academy of Music At
Montreal
Dr. Sage
Mrs. Rogers
Corpus Christi, Tex
Pittsburg
Star Cast
Gail Hamilton
Scott
Arlington
Ore
Oregon
Allen
J. P. Allen
St. Paul
Minn
Eddie Atkinson
Chris Atkinson
Janesville
Beloit
Hazanp, Harapp & Co
Hazanp, HazAnup & CO
Cole & Co
Black River Falls
Wis
Tooka
Allens Lune
Econse
Ely
W. O. & Payne
Marshelltown
Lows
St. Louis Card Co
Esterbrook
Tess
Esterbrook Steel Pen CO
Camden
N. J
John St
New Yor
Roth & Bro
New Oxford
Penn
Mera Sens
C. M. Sites & Co
Washington, C
A. P. Laong
Sisciners
Washington, D. C
Dirernert
Albany Supply CO
Albany
United States
Anna C. Drew
J. A. Sherman
Roadway
Dru Gis
Iosei
Grannan Detective Bureau
Arcade
Cincinnati
Tutt’s
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lynn
Masa
W. Eaton
Thurston
N.Y
Pardees
Lockport
Parpee Medicine Co
Gente
Burt van Horn
Montgomery Ward & CO
Wabash Avenue
Chicago
Chichester
Chichester Chemical CO
Madison Square
Philada
A. J. Towe
Bosta Masa
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