Bell of Savannah Church Tells of Missouri River Disaster
A warped historical note recounts the 1852 Missouri River steamboat catastrophe near Lexington with Colonel Belt commanding. The explosion killed many and a bell from the wreck now rings in the Christiana Church belfry in Savannah Missouri. The tale includes aftermath, the bell’s rescue, and lingering memory. Additional items discuss a moral about duty and life calling, earthen reservoirs in Beaumont Texas, and a quip about speaking measures.
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Tite Christiana
Savandah
Andgrew County
Missouri
Lexington
Missouri River
Francis T. Belt
Casper Gruber
Christian Church
Savannah
House of God
Kansas City Journal
Advice on marriage and female propriety in old commentary
A reflective essay blends social critique with marriage norms urging wives to beautify homes, study current events, and guard husbands from infidelity. It warns of free love, notes male aloofness, stresses avoiding meddling friends, and ends with quips on promises and timely public curiosities.
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South Africa
Kate Thorn
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Caldwell
P. D
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W & CO
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H. Mahon
Pouane
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Caldwell Florist
Essex Fell
Roseland Avenue
P. O. Box
Pine Brook and
Caldwell Stage
Pine Brook
Dixon's Grove
W.L. Kerrig
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Clinton and
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Morris
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Fine Insurance
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Bell
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Trolley
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Board OF Registry and Election
Verona Club
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Jersey
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