Impressions of Western North Carolina Visit
In Asheville the editor recalls darkey religious fervor seen in a colored Methodist service with an amen corner, sermons about the resurrection, and lively yet unsettled discourse. The article notes Saturday night markets run by African Americans, widespread telephone use, and a central city hall market with many booths and delivery boys, reflecting Southern social life.
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North Carolina
the Phoenix
Asheville
Phoenix
South
Bredderin
George Thatcher
Thatcher
Martin Luther
Pilgrim Fathers
St.Paul
Darkey
Georgia
Sherman
Atlanta
John Brown
Dixie
Maryland
Hyah
Quay's Poker Book Sends Reporter Into Awe
A young reporter visiting Senator Quay is handed a book and invited to read it at leisure after a brief exchange. The senator asks if the reporter plays poker, teases with a “best poker story” line, and dismisses him with a calm good night leaving the journalist dazed on the sidewalk.
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Quay
Lawgiver debate echoes in a child's question
Johnny asks what a law giver is and quotes a book claiming one. The old man, seasoned by litigation, says law is not given but sold in small quantities at high prices, implying the concept is misunderstood or misrepresented.
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Johnny
How He Kept Humble
Dialogue in which Slender explains he helps the poor out of pity and pride. Hiller challenges the lack of his name on the subscribers list while Slender defends his charitable pride and benevolence.
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Hiller
Boston Transcript
Widower’s remark sparks surprise in romantic tale
A shrewd man teases a widower about plans to marry again. The widower admits, “Yes,” astonished by how the guess was made as the woman began counting on her fingers after he left. Philadelphia Press context hints at social intrigue.
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Gangsip
Philadelphia Press
Made Young Again Pill Ad Effects Claim
An advertisement claims Dr King's New Life Pills restore youthfulness after two weeks use. User D B Turner of Dempseytown Pa reports feeling in his teens. The pills are described as vegetable and non-gripeing, priced 20 cents at J H Young & Co Drug Store.
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Dr. King
D. B. Turner
Dempseytown
J. H. Young & Co
Reliance Wins as Constitution Breaks Topmast in New York Yacht Race
In a ninety footers race on Long Island Sound, Reliance defeated Columbia by 8 minutes 27 seconds while Constitution suffered a topmast failure, tearing its club topsail and delaying repair. Constitution later salvaged by Herreshoffs with a spare topmast sent ashore.
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Herreshoffs
Reliance
Constitution
Columbia
Long Island Sound
Cohannet
Glen Cove
Yes it's a fine house Mandy says Aunt Rachel
Aunt Rachel lectures on waste and taste as Mandy shows her into the elegant apartment where she usually dresses for dinner in Chicago. The remark underscores family tension over spending on luxury in a refined city setting.
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Mandy
Rachel
Chicago Tribune
Meigs War Paper Endorsed by Sherman Quip
During the war a paper from General Meigs passed through General Sherman and today is preserved with his endorsement stating I heartily concur in the recommendation of the quartermaster general but I don't know what he says.
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Meigs
General Sherman
Harvard Lampoon Quote About Fathers And College Life
A humorous exchange features a visiting father and his son at college. The father expresses admiration for cigars he cannot afford while the son jokes about filling his dad’s case, capturing a lighthearted campus moment.
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Harvard Lampoon
He Has to Work Hard Tee Comic Dialogue
A comic cuts sneer at Mr. Hardup, who now performs tasks dictated by his affluent wife. George quips that his work is whatever her orders require, highlighting a playful take on dependence and social roles.
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Tee
Mr. Hardup
George
Parson’s Sons Question Sparks Witty Exchange
A short humorous exchange riffs on parsons sons proving some to be worthy while others are not. One speaker counters with a playful remark that some parsons have good sons, prompting a lighthearted back-and-forth.
Weak Hearts Driven by Indigestion Says Diet Study
A historical health ad claims heart disease stems from indigestion. It asserts most cases are non organic and caused by stomach fermentation that pressures the heart. The ad promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, noting four months use and pricing for trial and larger bottles, with distributor details.
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C. Dewitt & CO
Chicago
Perry Turner wedding at Trinity church in quiet ceremony
William Wallace Perry and Miss Susan Emma Turner were united in marriage at Trinity Church on Wednesday at 9 am by Rev. W R Trotter assisted by Rev. Robert N Turner of New York. The ceremony drew many friends and ended with congratulations and a wedding tour. The groom, a civil engineer, is the late James D W Perry’s son. the bride, daughter of Capt. and Mrs. Robert Northam Turner, wore a white Persian lawn gown and lily of the valley bouquet. They will reside at the Perry homestead in Silver Creek.
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Trinity Church
William Wallace Perry
Susan Emma Turner
W R. Trotter
Robert N Turner
New York
Althrough
James Dew
Julia S (Jones) Perry
Robert Northam Turner
Mendelssohn
Devoe Lead and Zinc Promotes Full Measure Paint Deal
A 19th century letter from F. W. Devoe & Co. to T. J. Connery extols selling only full measure and unadulterated paint. It argues that deceit in weight and adulteration harms business, claiming Devoe paint lasts longer and covers more than mixed paints. Easterbrooks is noted as a dealer selling their paint.
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United States
F. W. Devoe & Co
New York
S.C. Easterbrooks
In this office over eleven years inquiry about us
Financial reference for Industrial Trust Co. notes long association. inquiry seeks verification of tenure and reliability. records indicate more than eleven years of office association, reflecting stability and ongoing business dealings with the trust company.
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Financial Reference
Industrial Trust Co
Fetters at Keith's by Albee Stock Company
Rhode Island audiences will see Edward Fuller's Fetters at Keith's next week. The Marl borough by the Sea drama centers on Mrs Mary Allston and Col Philip Addington with Geoffrey Calvert returning to force a choice on divorce and love. Everson stars as Mrs Allston in a virile, sharply drawn American tale. The week of June 8 adds The Prisoner of Zenda to the Keith's bill.
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Edward Fuller
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Fuller
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