Suvorov and the sentry boy who outsmarted him
A collection of anecdotes about the famed Russian General Alexander Suvorov. He is known for marching in shirt in cold weather, dining simply, and posing playful tests to soldiers. One tale recounts a sentry named Basil Pushkin who outwitted the General by counting stars, earning a promotion to sergeant. Additional pieces describe sensational street jams in Broadway, a feigned “eye-water” scam, and a humorous mustard plaster misadventure in Philadelphia.
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Ninasy
Alexander Suvoroli
Ras
Paine
Simarh Ag
Suvoroff
Folley
Moon
Suvorov
Maslei
Masel
Suvorof
Myaulf
Severoff
Lower Danube
Sevoroff
Savoroff
Fish
Tusili
Basil) Pushkin
Seventh Foot
Pushkin
Suwarath
Dawa Kor
Harper's
New Jersey
Tarm
Wouman
Withanesse
Germany
Indy
Tyre
Aden
Sud
Broadway
New York
Chambers Street
Beourlway
Pasa
Stewart's
Lissens
Dows
Gumas
Henry CG. Ciarman
Twelfth and
Chestnut Streets
Chapman
Pottery innovation and curious notes from a 19th century paper
The article discusses various technical curiosities from Titusville iron works to palladium chloride in circuits. It mentions the efficiency of petroleum for iron production, a subterranean telegraph insulation method, trichinosis warnings for pork, distinctions between natural and artificial butter, and debates over oleomargarine safety.
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Fris
Ima
Petroleum
Titusville
la Gacer
Beoleh- Terre
Son
Nectas Party
M. Donny
How to Deal With Rats and Cat as Deterrent
A column discusses methods to rid premises of rats using whitewash mixed with copperas and copper crystals, claiming clean walls deter rats. It praises cats as effective, noting that frequent use of copper-based treatments harms pets and humans, and describes recipes and old-fashioned pest control attitudes from period sources.
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Scientific American
Sam LeLouce Murrins
Harper's Baan
Orida
Misdirected Ad Promises Rare Encyclopedias for Sale
An eccentric advertisement from a late 19th century catalog showcases a bold pitch for discounted "Universal Knowledge" volumes and encyclopedias. It touts deep discounts, bulk sales to subscribers, and warnings against padding and shoddy bindings while listing dozens of titles with prices and condition notes. The prose emphasizes direct sales, cheap edition sets, and the promise of substantial savings for buyers.
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Atreot
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Reston
Rail Road
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Subcase
oMeo
Rail Road Land Aid Bank
Codex Rapids
Renee
Photograph Gallery
Iowa State Agricultural Society
Murray & Lanman
Florida Water
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Measrs
Lan & Kemp
North Star Hotel
Guy Hotel
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Sune
Martha Butler
Suvta
Sud Pleasant
Wen
Alo
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Mott's
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Troy
Baker's
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Danton
John Z
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Bailey
Frank Dvorak
South Commercial Street
A R. M. Garrison
GRC
Fs Ria
Atria del Cavalla
Mani
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Nick Heailzoles
Packare
Madielne Geltt
Bert Ritbatooon & C
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Burch
Orang
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Ray
Culverwell Medical
American Book Exchange
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Gellce
Christ
Ane Library of Biography
Ilus
Millon
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Don
Gute
Itu
Ius
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Ilos
Hobinson
Sauls
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Ad- American Book Exchange
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Man
Tame Building
N.Y
Tutt
Cura
Tore
Eicus
Mareny
Ney K Nora
Higley & Brother
Lowa
George A. Clark
Atigxs
Oweee
LY Braun & Jones
Sm Ny
NO. Lawton
P. Newooue
Revolution
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J. T. Liddle
Peateums
Benepiber
Andy Intent
J. F
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Towa
Union Mills
Cooper
Higley Bro, Elk
Vick's
Glenanteloin
Wicks
Ever Sunder
Ingagine Engravins
Priea
James Vice
Borhoster
Georges
Fauresti
Fortin
Eagle Brewery and Malt House
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Eriders
Simon Adeléhlem
Carbonated Stove Pipe Co
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Porators
natMforcantile College
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Racing
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Mint
Mitchell
Flandraan
Zinn
Railtesy Company
Merrill
W.C. van Hole
Aly
H. Calpanter
Gen
Krebs Brothers
City Hall
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