Miscellany of humorous notes and quotes from era papers
A roundup of eccentric lines and light satire. Pills of social tidbits, jokes about funerals, scholars, editors, and letters claim a mix of regional quips. Notable items include quips about funerals in Ohio, a sewing machine agent facing death, and a string of playful misstatements from various papers.
Beechers Speak In Gossip On Judas And Theodore
A column of anecdotes contrasts Mrs Beecher’s harsh view of Theodore with Henry Beecher’s defense. The piece includes a Washington letter on President Hayes hosting Mrs Hayes for house tour at the White House and a tale about a Manchester manufacturer learning to value trifles.
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Harry Ward Beecher
Mrs Beecher
the Beechers
Henry
Mrs. Beecher
Judas
Theodore
el Perkins
Hays
Mrs. Hayes
White House
Rompe
Manchester
An Inspired Orator Prentiss and Lincoln Anecdotes
A Boston audience hears Prentiss speak at Faneuil Hall and a venerable judge recalls three hours of captivating oratory. Bishop Simpson renews Lincoln tales about Burnside’s fleet and a whispered reveal. A Milford man, cooled by drink beside a rolling mill, recalls Milford as home.
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Prentiss
Boston
Faneuil Hall
Mr. Prentiss
Crator
Lincoln
Bishop Simpson
New York
Mr. Lincoln
Milford
Fair Haven
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