Grant's war sketches from Century magazine history
A Brookhaven Leader digest features a discussion on General Ulysses S. Grant's reluctance to publish and his evolving contribution for The Century. It traces editors' appeals, Grant's financial ruin, and the genesis of his extended war sketches produced in 1885 for the February Century issue.
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Palestine Canal Promises Shorter Route and Big Trade Gains
An official report by the Italian consul in Jerusalem argues the Palestine canal would shorten the eastern passage by about four hours versus Suez, cost half as much to build, and require lower maintenance. Tolls could be about half, enabling vast traffic of up to 6,000,000 tons, boosting inland access and Adriatic–Mediterranean trade, with substantial benefit to Italy and regional exportImport growth.
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Maine Farm Life and Trades in a Rocky West Maine Village
A chronicling survey of coastal and inland Maine life notes that farming is scarce on rocky western hills, locals rely on fishing woodcraft and seasonal boarding, and summer visitors boost isolated towns. It describes town meetings, political loyalties, and the resilient, practical economy shaped by geography and tradition. The piece also touches on local schooling, industry, and the enduring Yankee character of the region.
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Anecdotes on hyoscyamine dangers and city life notes
A Cincinnati Enquirer cornel reports hyoscyamine experiments at the State Hospital for the Insane by Drs Langdon and Peterson. They warn the drug’s great danger, causing sleep but risking muscular paralysis and delirium. Also described are New York sandwich men in dirty cellars and early references to pianoforte usage and dying Scots reactions.
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Odd Pranks Aboard Ship Featuring Sam Foster
A rambling scene aboard a ship shows Sam Foster, a New York gentleman known for practical jokes, provoking the engineer with squeaks as engine parts are cued to misbehave. The playful episode ends with the engineer vowing the crank won’t squeak again.
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