Fragmented 19th Century Trade Notes and Anecdotes
The New York sale reports ten copies of Byron sold at a trade sale. An Eng druggist suggests poison labels include antidote details. Columbus birth anniversary slated for October 12. Josiah P. Quincy to lecture on Boarding-house topic. Miscellany notes on fashion and social quirks, including Low-necked shirts as a trend and a brass-headed cane. Marble, editor, rumored author of a new letter collection being published.
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New York
Byron
Amoe Kendall
Memphis
Columbus
Spain
General Alcorn
Dent
Mississippi
Sickles
Cuba
Pease
Texas
Hamilton
Fourth Street
San Francisco
Duke of Genoa
Wall Street
Paris
The
Figaro
M. Dupanloup
Oriana
Ecumenical Council
John Hughes
Twenty-third
Chestnut
Philadelphia
Clawson
Pittsburg
Koertegh
Ea Re
Frenne
France
Herault
Valoneiese
Aaron
Plaisaan
Haie
Hazels and Honor in a Major's Witful Remark
The late Major Noah praised hazel eyes in women and stated that no woman with hazel eyes ever deserted a man. The remark reflects his belief in the steadfastness of such women, an opinion shared by a renowned musical and dramatic figure who also calls himself an expert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noah
Hazel
Francia Train Satire Highlights Tribune Parry
The New York Tribune notes George Francia Train offered sharp satire about the Enquirer report praising a paper as one of the smartest on the globe. The exchange features witty, biting remarks and a clash over press excellence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Francia Train
the Enquirer
It Is Given Out As A Remarkable Fact
A concise note asserts a claim presented as a remarkable fact. The wording implies emphasis on a notable assertion within a brief item, suggesting the report centers on a striking claim rather than supporting context. The exact subject, person, or event remains unclear from the fragment.
Fragmentary Charade of Times Enquirer Police System
A garbled reminiscence mentions the Times Enquirer and Volksblatt Enquirer in a murky critique of police systems. The text appears as fragmented OCR with stray phrases about deception and continual reign, lacking clear events or individuals.
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Times-Enquirer
Ee Ee
Eka
Volksblatt - Enquirer
Editor Leads Controlling Ring Replaces County Head
Alexander Columbus Sands is ousted as county head of the Ring by the editor of the Morning Roman Nose who now dominates nominations. All nominations must gain the editor's approval. if the Convention nominates someone else the candidate must interview the editor for absolution or be removed from the ticket.
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Alexander Columbus Sands
Italy 1867 Murders Reach Over Two Thousand Six Hundred
Police reports recount 1867 murders in the Kingdom of Italy reaching two thousand six hundred twenty six. Education statistics indicate high illiteracy with many unable to read or write.
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Kingdom of Italy
Brent
Stellipaaer
Ring Organs Earn Elevation as Defenders
The text applauds the organs of the Ring for attaining the status of defenders, praising their ascent to a position of guarding and upholding duties. It frames this achievement as a notable dignity and responsibility.
Train decries California loyalty in war era remarks
Mr. George Francis Train asserts that California was not thoroughly loyal during the war, expressing a lament over regional sincerity and commitment. His critique reflects broader tensions and questions about Union support and patriotism in the state during the conflict.
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George Francis Train
California
Dull Capital Correspondence on Ohio Pennsylvania Elections
The column notes low voter enthusiasm in Ohio and Pennsylvania, with officials taking leaves to vote but many staying in Washington to gamble or visit. It cites apathy, awaits a large GOP turnout, and mentions anxiety of leaders over election results shaping policy and local actions. Discovery of corruption and a pending matter at Pike's Opera-house are noted amid political chatter.
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Ohio
Pennsylvania
Wasnixotos
Wilson
Massachusetts
Farnsworth
Illinois
Bowen
Enrey
Thornton
Pike
Antioch College Opens Year With Strong Attendance
The Cincinnati Times notes Antioch College opened for the 69 70 year on October 15 with larger enrollment than any opening since revival in 1865. About fifty are new, more than half of them women, representing nearly every region of the Union.
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Yellow Seaions
Antioch College
Ohe
The Best Programme of the Entire Fair
A large crowd enjoyed a grand display featuring horses and hogs and lively ladies equestrianism. Preparations for departure drew praise, with acknowledgments to all contributing to a complete success.
Fifth Day at Illinois State Fair Decatur Record
The fifth and final day of the Illinois State Fair at Decatur Macon County drew crowds despite morning clouds. Highlights included cattle, horses, and hogs classes, with notable exhibits like T M Ross’s Power Corn-Sheller and wax-work by Mrs Anna Gels. The piece notes John G Taylor of Blue Mound among leading exhibitors and predicts next year’s fair.
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T. M. Ross
J. M. Roses Power Co
Anna Gels
John G. Taylor
Blue Mound
Taylor
Decatur
Macon County
Crescent
Pere Hyacinthe in Rome A Carmelite Monk’s Vivid Sermon
A correspondent recalls Pere Hyacinthe the Carmelite monk in Rome, describing the tableau of his pulpit entrance, ascetic garb, and the powerful oratory that centers on Christ’s suffering. The piece praises his sincerity and moral rigor, notes his austere poverty, and contrasts his simple life with expansive eloquence.
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Notre
Brin
Todan Iisit
Aed
Ting
Ian Ee
Vonarola
Ae Heey Eke
Setegra
Ai Sope
Forrow
Terug
Mem seen triage emcee geal windy goed to teeta enfage
Fragmentary OCR notes hint at a local event or meeting with names and places garbled. Readable terms include Mem and emcee roles, and references to wind, triage, and an age or date near twenty. Overall details remain unclear and non-specific.
Potatoes selling at a shilling a bushel in mail items
The itemized notes report potato prices, crop damages in Alabama cotton, widespread horse theft in Daviess County Kentucky, 60000 bushels of wheat in New Albany, 2000 professional thieves in Chicago, and various other scattered observations on markets, fashion, and oddities across several states.
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Alabama
Daviess County
Kentucky
Atore
New Albany
Chicago
Lancaster
McMinn County
Kausac
Wall Street
Berlin
William the First
Prussia
Albani
Rossini
Thebes
Louvre Museum
New York
Great Britain
Cornell University
Caleb Dorsey
Howard County
New Orleans
St. Joseph
Missouri
Wilson
Missisippi
Iowa
Wisconsin
Charleston
Indianapoli
Union County
South Carolina
Toed
Coee
World and political telegraphs reported several wars
A flood of condensed telegrams notes Cuban filibuster activity and Spanish actions. It cites Empress Eugenie arriving in Venice, the Washington fair project gaining strength, Cuban operations near Havana, and naval dispatches from Europe. It mentions a Saint Louis convention, Nebraska fair, and various U.S. political and crime items.
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Cuba
Tennessee
St. the Empress
Eugenie
Venice
Washington
Havana
St. Louis
Nebraska
Andy Johnson
St. Louis ‘Capital
Prince Arthur
Buenos Ayres
Murder of School Teacher Beckett in Warren County
The Attica Ledger reports a brutal murder at Zachariah Clem's near the state line. James B. Beckett, a local school teacher, was ordered from a home during an Apple-cutting gathering and later killed by Clem and his son after a confrontation. A man named Guiner tried to intervene but was restrained. Beckett’s death followed a swift escape and subsequent arrest of the Clem family. a feud appears likely but details remain unclear.
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Attica Ledger
Zachariah Clem
State Line
Clem’s
James B. Beckett
Beckett
Ae Where He Tarried Vail
Clem
Ketta
Guiner Aleo
Ett
You Clem
Dr. Bore
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Baily Cimts
Auld Lang
Windgor
Eli Peck
Kalamazoo
Christopher Columbus
Josiah P. Quincy
James P. Lave, Esq
Old
Ms. Marble
New York Tribune
Celal
Stoden
Ketiah
Yellow Springs
Llinois State Fair
Pe Fces
Victor Pune
Rapper
Victor Hugo
Peace League
Lausanne
Switzerland
Universal Brotherhood
ER Hyacinthe
M. Dense
Madame
Greeny
Cena
Prab Vieinia
A E Bu
Thentetas Riven
Hickman
Teao
Rgetown
Denver
Des Arc
Ark
South
Avondale Relief Fund
England
Wales
Eixteen
Cea
Trouville
Hennes
United States
Washington Star Sa
Discovery
Davidew
Total National Bank Cf
Virginia
Stearns
Robert Williams
London
Lexington cd
Tate
Collins & Allman
Clark Street
J. B. Brooks
Ian Free Dee
Lopez
Ascurra
Woman’s Suffragee of
Randolph Street
Vicim
Caonee
Fellinois
Weaver
Marshal Barlow
Limeburn
A. C. Richards
East Fourth &T
Cincinnati
St. Weal
Freeman
Joseph Foster
Steam Marble Works
Canal Sts
Post Office Bulletin
Samael Ony
Indiana
Warren County
Cochran & Oo
M'Lean
Stotesbure
Isoo
Ochran, McLean «& CO
Iens
Nations
Broadway
Aullm
Istp
Aterpro
Phiadelphia
St. Loui
Kansas
Lie
Cleve
Buffalo
Borg
Pane
Twanelling
W.va
Wash
Ington
Baiti
BOK
Quilley
Hii
Newark
Hart
Steubenville
Richmond
Jef
Jersenville
Ind
Cairo
Tis
New
Mobile
Aim
Hillsboro
Weathorp
Cain
Lynchburg
Ruussels
R. R
Clevel'd
Lake Pee
A. Bray
Ion & Union
Eer Ti R
Ware
Cotinine J
Lake Queen
Signy
Tape City
Nicur
Ovchoek Mnie
Forsyth
Williams & Boal
Tylstott
Second St
L. F. Wehrmann & CO
Fifth Street
Main
Walnut
Jones At
Crncixwart
C. Ware
Third
Geo. McGregor
Race Street
Bet
Brush Factory
Cincinnati Brush Factory
Walter Gow & CO
Anufacturers of
Superior
Phoebus W. Lyon
P. Lion
Roma Aig
M. Demand
Dee Tre
Lore
Morrill
Findlay Street
Baymiller
Galt House
Wwrice
W. Cor. Marx
C. Geo, Weber
Kirby & Brother
Circular
NH. B
Burnet House
Pearl Street
Plum Stress
Architectural Iron Works
Rankin & CO
McHay & Cullin
Vine Street
Seca-Rm
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