The Heir of Beroldsheis Returns From the Dead
A governess in Schloss Beroldstein uncovers a plot by Mme Elizabeth to swap heirs. The rightful Duke, Roderic, is found alive after a supposed death, and Elizabeth is exposed as a scheming impostor who corrupts a nursemaid and a cottage woman. The tale ends with the restoration of the heir and the governess securing her future with Charlie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ses
Mme. Elizabeth
Beroldstein
Roderic
Schloss
Max
Lisette
Schloss Beroldstein
Amalie
Anna Freitschler
Thuringia
Mme Elizabeth
Anna
Mme
Charlie
MISCELLANY on courtesy, camphor, and odd tales
A collection of short items on personal virtue, child etiquette fines, a bizarre yard tale of a cat rat dog and a boy, a camphor craze with wide uses and cautions, plus medical notes. The pieces discuss manners, a curious animal sequence, and camphor's practical and risky applications.
Love and marriage tenderness misreadings
A 19th century reflection argues women seek less frequent words yet deeper fidelity after marriage. It notes men’s need for restraint in overt declarations, while women hunger for words, urging couples to balance spoken affection with quiet enduring love. A concise moral on enduring partnership.
Women and Men Ajar: Stereotypes and Chivalry Explain Roles
A historical passage contrasts women and men with humorous generalizations about behavior. It notes women seek passion for church, fashion, and praise, while men favor saloons and cigars, urging trust in a chivalrous, deferential husband for a good wife.
Cuba ripe for American action or Spanish control
The passage claims Cuba is near Florida and could fall to the United States. It notes high indirect taxes on free families, a yearly tax take of 26 million dollars, a despotic government, and a muzzled press after a long revolution. It paints Cuba as overrun with brigands, financially ruined, with 50 thousand officials living off taxes and licenses for merchants at 300 dollars annually. It recalls Polk’s offer of 100 million to Spain, and describes the population as handsome, brave, and racially diverse with noble titles selling for 25 thousand dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asec Casa
Cuba
Madame Columbia
Florida
Spain
Polk
A Cobbler’s Fine Ends In Public Transport Quandary
A Scots cobbler described as a notorious offender is fined half a crown or twenty four hours in jail by a Forfar magistrate. He chooses jail and is sent by train to Perth, where he then offers to pay the fine. The Governor insists the prisoner must be sent back at public expense to the original village.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Ghosts and Cholera Rumors Sweep Phantom
A brief note suggests rumors of cholera affecting ghosts in Phantom, reflecting wartime or civic fears. No verifiable cases or authorities are cited, leaving the item as a cautionary or humorous blurb about phantom illness rumors.
Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil Promoted For Multiple Aches
For rheumatism lumbago neuralgia cramps and colic there is no remedy superior to the genuine Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as claimed by advertisements of the period. The notice emphasizes broad efficacy and authentic product branding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Thomas
A Dimpled Baby Opens Prison Doors
The old Governor, harsh and doubting, spares a prisoner after a child's letter from Monckton's daughter moves him. The secretary hides the writing until the governor reads it, sees a tender plea, and, inspired by innocence, grants a pardon that many had urged. The crowd credits their petitions, but the secretary and governor know a child's plea guided mercy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gonope
Monckton
Chicago
Young Mother and Podsnap Talk of Expensive Children
A brief exchange shows a young mother displaying a baby, calling the infant dear. Mr Podsnap replies that children are expensive, noting he already has six.
Parented Cure Claims From Sulphur Bitters
Abiel Carter of Parker House Boston says he cured catarrh after a year of costly doctors and medicine using six bottles of Sulphur Bitters. His wife now uses them for nervous debility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abiel Carter
Parker House
Boston
Ayer's Sarsaparilla Widely Praised in Letters
In letters from James French of Atchison Kansas and Mrs. H M Kidder of Boston Massachusetts, readers report liver relief and overall health improvements after using Ayer's Sarsaparilla. The correspondence highlights long struggles with liver disease and repeated use in families with positive experiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James French
Atchison
At Home without it The Liver Medicine Purifier
Mrs A B Allen of Winterpock Virginia recounts a case where her two year old child suffered severe bowel complaint and wasting. After multiple remedies failed doctors suggested scrofula and they began using the liver medicine described as a general purifier of the blood, claiming notable improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Allen
Winterpock
Receiving and Returning Calls and Social Etiquette
The article advises women to regulate social calls by establishing a regular at home evening to balance duties and recreation. It warns that forcing daily entertainments may burden wives and lead to resentment when duties prevent constant hospitality. It emphasizes maintaining friendships through regular courtesies without overextending hosting duties.
Spring Remedy Promotes Blood Purity
Among spring preparations, do not neglect your body. Winter impurities remain in the blood and may cause scrofula or disease. Hood's Sarsaparilla is recommended as the best spring medicine to expel impurities and strengthen the body's functions. Sold by all druggists.
New York Horse Dealer Describes Buyer Types
A New York horse dealer criticizes buyers who know little about horses. He mocks first-time purchasers who measure a horse’s age, temperament, and drive by questions about free driving, speed, and reactions to bands, steam cars, or whistles, implying they want a cheap horse-angel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daisy
Speedy
Pea le
New York
Ely's Cream Balm Cures Catarrh Quickly
A testimonial from E. W. Poe of Rochester touts Ely's Cream Balm as the only agreeable remedy for obstinate catarrh and cold in the head. Described as not a liquid or snuff, easily applied, it promises immediate relief. One bottle claimed to eradicate all symptoms and cost 50 cents.
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Wasc
Athlophoros
Athlophoros CO
Wall ST
New York
Ely
E. W. Poe
Hudson St
Rochester
Connecticut boy grows third arm on back
A Connecticut boy develops a third arm growing from his back enabling him to scratch between the shoulder blades without needing a wall corner. The change highlights unusual medical oddity drawing local attention in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connecticut
Electric Bitters Endorsement From Mr Atkins Girard Kan
Thovusanos Say So Mr T W Atkins Girard Kan writes I never hesitate to recommend your Electric Bitters to my customers they give entire satisfaction and are rapid sellers Electric Bitters are the purest and best medicine known and will positively cure Kidney and Liver complaints Purify the blood and regulate the bowels No family can afford to be without them They will save hundreds of dollars in doctors bills every year Sold at fifty cents a bottle by d iH Young Co
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Prussia
Duchy of
Beroldstein
Charlie
Alice
Charlie Kent
Schloss Beroldstein
Eifel
Roderic
Amalie
Frau Brenner
Albrecht
von Beroldstein
Thovusanos
T. W. Atkins
Girard, Kan
D. Ih. Young & Co
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Bristol Phoenis
Co. A. Greene
Phenix
Hope St
Royall Baking Powprnr Co
N.Y
James Pyles
James Pyle
W E. Movsuery
Lyme, NH
Horne
WM. W. Smith
Forest Street
Taunton Branch R
Attleboro
Mass
Geo. T. Horne
H.T. Horne
Eans
Puister
Dru Ts
Auvardian
Bristol
Ann Clayton
Thomas J. Usher
Bazy
BAKES
E. O. Munro
Beroldsheis
Elizabeth of
Russia
Trier
Elizabeth
Lottchen
Fraulein
Sail Anos
Mistress Bright Eyes
Louise Chandler Moulton
San Francisco
S- M
Carlyle
Z. C. Moulton
Dolar
Dante
Ayer
E. M. Howard
Newport, N. H
J.C. Ayer & Co
Lowell, Mauss
U.S. A
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