Interesting Reminiscences of an Octogenarian To the King's Daughter
An octogenarian reflection on vast changes from canal boats to steamers and railways. The writer recalls travels with her mother, a cross country snowbound bridal trip, and views on literature and heroism. She praises Miss Ollie Alford and notes enduring faith and service while referencing historical figures and novels.
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HitaLp
Riad
Palaski
Manchester
Alleghany
Cape Line
America
Philadelphia
Julinetown
Pittsburg
Johnstone
China
Jobstown
Tennester
Columbia
Polk
Waehlogtos
Misa Ollie Alford
King of Kings
Hin Nano
Mus. E. Jones
Maury County U D O Chapter’s Civil War Memory Work
The Maury County Chapter of the U D O recalls its five year history since 1806, recounting its founding by 25 women led by Mrs M Goodlett, its funds raised through a November dinner and a fair grounds tournament, and its donations to Battle Abbey, Soldier's Home, and other charities. It notes 48 members, six deaths, and a total of $102,150 raised for various causes, including a monument fund in Memphis for the Worrest memorial. It closes with thanks to donors and a note of ongoing memorial work for the Lost Cause.
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Columbia
Maury County
Bethell House
Mra. M
Goodlett
U. D
South
Fair Grounds
Battle Abbey Fund
Tennessee
Nashville
Memphis
Tris
Bob Taylor
Worrest
The Students Club Organizes at Columbia Public School
In October 1900 teachers at Columbia Public School organized The Students Club to study literature and foster cross minds. It aims to become the nucleus of a Woman's Club focused on thorough work, with an inaugural winter course on the Oriental Woman. Members include Miss Mary Gibson, Martha Gibson, and Mary Bryant among others.
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Columbia Public School
Mary Cne
Martha Gibson
Degett
Eye Ie Lipacomb
Mary Fiieman
Mary Bryant
Heroines of Fiction for King's Daughters Edition
J H Dinning contributes an essay on heroines in fiction across drama and literature. The piece praises Antigone and Dante for noble loyalty and duty, notes Greek ideals shaping character, and references Sophia Western and Olariess as earlier charms.
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King’s Daughters
J. H. Dinning
Socrates
Plato
Xenophon
Antigone
Phidias
Alexander
Dante
Hell
Toma
Mae
Sophia Western
Olariess
Gratitude From W A Voss Following Illness
W A Voss thanks friends in Columbia for kindness during illness and especially his brother officers who visited and cheered him in his darkest hours. He prayers God blesses them and rewards each deed a hundredfold.
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Eprron Heraty
Columbia
W. A. Voss
Cure Rheumatism with Scott's Cod Liver Oil Emulsion
Advertises Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil as a remedy for rheumatism and digestive issues. Claims it cures if the cause is digestive failure and never harms. Promotes genuine product with a pictured label and mail order offer from Scott & Bowne.
Columbia Daughters Circle recounts charity and progress
The Columbia Circle of King's Daughters marks twelve years aiding the needy with $4255.14 spent on relief. They fund an Industrial School, assist orphans, pay rents, buy railroad tickets, and provide clothing and food. The group notes unity across sects and plans for a statewide convention in April 1901 while listing current officeholders and letter recipients.
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King’ Daughters
Columbia Circle of
Kinga Daughters
Leras
Columbia
Baggar
Launfal
Tennessee Industrial School
Industrial School
Columbia Circle
King’s Daughters
Theing
Retirement of an Old Home in New York City
William Maxwell Kirnrte documents a retirement of an old fashioned but comfortable New York City home. William Maxwell Evarts, recently aging and a former attorney general, secretary of state, and U.S. senator, remains quietly awaiting the end. Though physically frail, he is still clear of mind and retains strong interest in legal affairs.
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Wiliam Maxwell Kirnrte
New York City
William Maxwell Evarts
Mr. Svarts
United States
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the Herald
Qcolumbia Order
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