RISIBLE READING And Odd Dialogues In Bristol Phenix
A column of humorous pieces and sketches from The Bristol Phenix includes puns about women and horseshoes, a tale of a poor man meeting the governor, a window scene with a gas bill dispute, and mock ads for cures and beauty products. It closes with testimonial notes on Electric Bitters.
Unnecessary Suffering and Patent Medicine Showdown
An 19th century advert notes Rice and Co Eclectic Pills as a vegetable remedy for biliousness liver complaint malaria and bowel torpor costing 25 cents at Joseph N Morris Bristol while Bucken's Arnica Salve touted as best salve for wounds sores eruptions and piles promises guaranteed satisfaction or refund sold by J H Young & Co.
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Salaries of Baseball Players Raise Debates on Value
An article from the Hartford Times discusses reported salaries for baseball players with outfielders earning around 2000 to 5000 dollars and a catcher or pitcher near 5000, noting one offer of 5000 to a catcher for Chicago and a top salary of 8200. It argues the profession is demanding, earnings reflect popularity and skill, and compares salaries to other professions while highlighting broader social concerns.
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Hartford Times
Chicago
N. Y. Mail and Express
The Drum Major Bosses Hoosier Parade in Lush Garb
The Hoosier calls the drum major a monarch at the head of the band, towering in bearskin and a German silver baton. He outshines drummers and bass humors, with champagne under the hat and lager tucked at the belt, a figure of pride and power.
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Gentleman Agent At The Door In A Second Street Incident
A well dressed man, posing as a sales agent, visits a Second Street home. He is rejected by a wary resident who warns against agents. The visitor pauses at the doorway and reveals a small box, claiming to offer an invaluable item, but is interrupted as the door slams.
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Culverwell
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Infant Plays With Cat's Kitten At Relative's Home
A mother brings her baby to a relative's house and the child plays on the floor with a shy cat. The infant later returns with a kitten and deposits it in the baby's lap for several minutes before taking the kitten away to its nest.
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Yalsley
Cal
Dining table fashions shift toward simple elegance
Trends show a move away from colorful dinner decorations toward white damask. Plush lace center pieces are fading and small low form flowers are rare. Bohemian glass ice cream plates in oval shapes with handles gain favor. Meny cards of hand painting prevail, while zhany and ber engravings on tinted cardboard appear briefly.
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