Great St Bernard Pass and Isandlwana memories in Europe
The article reviews perilous Alpine routes near Mont Blanc and a historic Isandhlwana battlefield memory. It weaves travel hazards from snow and avalanches with dramatic recollections of British forces at Rorke's Drift and Isandhlwana, and touches on debates about beauty, expression, and intellect in women within a reflective, period voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Bernard Pass
Switzerland
Mont Blanc
Bernard
Isaae
Tragedies Beneath the Earths Crust in Mines
The article recalls deadly coal shaft accidents and near misses as miners face extreme risks. It describes cages rising and dropping, fatalities, and ongoing fears about safety within deep shafts, warning that accidents continue to threaten workers’ lives.
Lord Charles Borestora and the Elephant Feats
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls Lord Charles Borestora, a midshipman on the Tri ton frigate and skilled in tailoring, pail-making, and boat stowage. He supposedly trained a Galatea elephant under Prince Alfred, teaching it tricks like standing on hind legs and lifting a leg, as part of colorful nautical lore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Borestora
Prince Alfred
Duke of
Saxe-Coburg and
Gotha
Charles
Count du Faucon and women in trousers spark old world intrigue
An eccentric fragmentary piece references Count du Faucon famed for trimming the Emperor of Austria, notes on aristocracy, and a celebrated list of women granted the right to wear male attire in France. It blends historical curiosities with odd social customs and scattered dialogue about fashion and privilege.
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Count du Fauson
Austria
Count du Faucon
da Faucon
Vien
Pesth
France
Sand
Ross Honhour
Mma
Madame de Valasyre
War era ARmy maneuvers and misread orders in a remote clash
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a historical battle where carabineers raised their carry and surprised officers during a long war in a distant county. The garbled text hints at command confusion and troop actions as a prince or leader named Taper bears influence.
Ladies Column Lift a Skirt from the Ground
The piece describes women lifting skirts in public, noting how to raise fabric properly. It discusses fashion details, reactions, and observations of onlookers, focusing on decorum and appearance amid a crowded gathering.
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Te Viet Nh
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Traveller
Bret Brethern
Isandhiwana
Hitarally
Erie
Natal
Boo Wang
Sendhiwann
Ula
Ulundi
Durnford
Kinesra
Lord Chalmaford
Ghdeateeds
Clelmeford
Rorke's Drift
Redcoats
Losknow
Jathargia
Sepp
Hale
Haart
Nsnhad
Times Impres
Bamuty
Mw Bom
Wales
Sketohn
For
Nothi
Ptha Laor
Alc Gar Ee
Hay ' Oni
Beresford
Cabriel & Title WI
Eae
Shel
Ty Cage
Colliesy. the
Directi
Ular
Prechamn
Tro
Jennie Jennie
Papa
Pather
Yieem, Anaad
Edi Tigsit
Whitt
Mia Lad
Pei
Suse
Fiete
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