Rockefeller Worship and the Myth of Wealth in a Material Age
A distorted portrait from The Washington Post contrasts John D Rockefeller’s wealth with personal isolation and public scorn. The piece argues wealth worship amplifies his ruthlessness, yet notes his decline in esteem, loneliness, and the moral questions surrounding ultimate happiness.
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Calline
Cleveland
John D. Rockletter
Rockefeller Ls
Rockefeller
Mas
John D. Rockefstler
John D. Rockfeiler
Esys Miss Tarbell
Battins
Cations Chance
John D. Rockefeller
Jielim
John D. Rockefetter
Washington Post
Men Who Value Honor Over Wealth and Integrity
An assortment of quotes and adages extols character over wealth and status, urging men to act with honesty, courage, and public-spiritedness. The piece blends commentary on personal conduct with notices of contemporary events, including medical remedies and public notices, reflecting a mid-century newspaper lifestyle section.
The Carlyles Opens The Smart Set Novel
The August Smart Set presents Mrs Barton Harrison with a major new story The Carlyles set around Richmond in 1885. A dramatic love tale with Civil War era atmosphere and convincing characters marks a distinct departure for the author from her previous fiction.
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Barton Harrison
Carlyles
Richmond
A Touching Story of a Cumberland Baby’s Recovery
A Cumberland Md mother recalls using Dr King’s New Discovery for her 11 month old daughter’s cough and cold. After four bottles the child improved and gained health, prompting the claim that the remedy reliably relieves coughs and colds. Offered by H O Millers with a 1.00 guarantee and a free trial bottle.
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Aesth
Geo. A. Esler
Cumberland, Md
Dr. King
McOugh
H. O. Miller’s
Triad
Governor Taylor Eyes Public Vote on Primary
Nashville Aug. 5 Gov Taylor declares he will take his cause to the people to decide when and how a primary should be held. The note suggests counties may set dates independently. Carmack reportedly refused to back a December primary. Also included are assorted notices, ads, and brief local items about rail plans and public affairs.
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Nashville
Tennessee
State Association of Confederate Soldiers
South
United Confederate Veterans
Jaune
B. M. Hoxp
Tenn
John D. Fletcher
Carmack
L. Tarton
Gov. Taylor
Maurice Barrymore Quips On Vacation Chat Aboard New York Train
On a New York City train Maurice Barrymore and fellow passengers discussed vacations caused by overwork. A quiet remark from a previously silent traveler sparked the exchange when he said he planned simply for pleasure. Barrymore replied with a sharp line about being on vacation as well.
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New England
Boston
Slad
Sam
Maurice Barrymore
New York
Thea
Barrymore
Virginia College for Young Ladies Roanoke Ad
Virginia College for Young Ladies Roanoke VA opens Sept 25 196. Offers new buildings campus ten acres grand mountain scenery in Valley of Virginia health and European teachers full course conservatory with art music and elocution certificates college welcomes students from states for catalog address Mattie P Harris president.
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Virginia College For Young Ladies
Roanoke
Valley of Vi Fo
Conservatory
Wellesley
Mattie P. Harris
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Johnson City
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Asheville
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Clair Ave
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Virginia Coal Fields
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Maloney
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