Demise of Greek discipline and temperance reform items
A collage of 19th century notes covers Greek military discipline shortcomings and democratic officer limits in Greece, Neal Dow’s temperance campaigns in Portland and Maine, a Pullman berth anecdote featuring Abraham Lincoln, and a harsh summary of early 19th century schooling used as torture with Fanny Kemble’s testimony on the backboard and drill sergeant methods.
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Athens
Saturday Review
Weal Dow
Maine
Portland
Neal Dow
Youn Men’s Total
Harper’s Weekly
George Pullman
Pullman
Abraham Lincoln
Fittsburg Dispatch
Fanny Kembie
Beant
Dr Miles Liver Pills Promoted in Nervous Trouble Ad
An old advertisement promotes Dr Miles Liver Pills as a remedy for nervousness and stomach issues. The ad claims hydration and restorative benefits, urging readers to buy Dr Miles Medicines and Homeopathic products. It mentions a book on nervous disorders and promotes prices and free samples.
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Two Great Editors and Dana’s Charismatic Muse
A portrait of publisher Dana of The Sun reveals his fierce independence and iconoclastic style. Colleagues recall his sharp humor and willingness to pay writers for lines that provoke his laughter, shaping a page by force of personality. The piece notes readers’ shifting influence on newspapers and Dana’s lasting imprint on journalism.
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