Poker Showdown at Crystal Saloon Ends in Scovel Win
In a legendary 19th century poker session at the Crystal Saloon, Jim Scovel outplayed John Morrissey and others after a long raise-filled hand. The pot grew to 8,071 dollars as Scovel claimed victory with a pair of jacks while Morrissey’s bluff failed. The tale recalls the saloon’s storied place in city life and its famous players.
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Bone
Frear
John Morrissey
John Daly
Jim Scovel
Scovel
United States Senate
Morrissey
John
Jack
Jim
Seavel
Big John
Albany
Philadelphia
Troy Observer
Bears That Migrated Across Rivers and Gathered
Manly Hardy cites John Josse lyn and Cassino’s Standard Natural History on bear migrations in New England. He notes bear groups crossing the Piscataqua and Penobscot rivers, with bears moving east to west in fall and returning east in spring, sparking debate among naturalists about coordinated travels and den formation.
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Manly Hardy
John Josselyn
New England
Piscataqua River
Penotscot River
Orrington
Bangir
Hampden
Henry Clapp
Cassino
Great Wall of China Description and Population Figure
The text notes the Great Wall spans about 1500 miles across varied terrain including mountains valleys and rivers. It describes foundations and corners as granite while the main structure uses blue bricks and cites China’s population as over 400 million.
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China
Waste land area in the United Kingdom estimated at forty percent
A historic estimate says the waste land of the United Kingdom including mountains heath and common covers about 40 percent of the country. The claim notes extensive barren tracts impacting landscape and usage.
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United Kingdom
A Clever Forger Foiled by Bank Teller’s Instinct
A smooth talking con man tried to cash a $100 check at a New York bank by certifying his own indorsement. He returned with a $900 check, same trick, but the teller grew suspicious and investigated the firm. The forger had first sold a bond to obtain the initial check, then used it to imitate signatures on the second. The firm’s head realized no checks were issued that morning and the teller halted the scheme, catching the crook.
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New York
Q. D. Lanier
Scribner’s
Franklin at Paris Dress Debate Inspires Court Respect
The tale recalls Benjamin Franklin arriving in Paris for the royal court presentation in a plain black velvet suit with white silk stockings and black shoes. He briefly wore a much larger wig, insisting the wig was too small for his head, then attended without one and earned greater esteem for candor than fashion. Mrs. Irma T. Jones is reelected trustee of Plymouth Congregational Church Lansing and Frances Baker of Morenci Mich. writes a history of the Women’s Foreign Missionary Society of the M E Church.
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Benjamin Franklin
Paris
Franklin
Monsieur
Sorbonne offers extensive lectures for foreign students
The Sorbonne runs large scale cours fermes to drill students on special problems and to expand topics beyond regular courses. Mathematics teachers include world renowned figures who produce clear, precise textbooks. Admission traditionally favored holders of the French baccalaureat, but no strict requirement exists. An American bachelor’s degree holder may enroll, though demand is high. Professor Simon Newcomb notes overwhelming attendance at a conference.
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The
Sorbonne
Tyros
Thither
Simon Newcomb
Forum
Long lived siskin captivates readers with endurance
A London Spectator tale notes a siskin gifted in 1881, missing since 1884, then found in a neighbor’s cage and returned to Mrs. C. The bird remained in its cage until its death in September 1896, refusing to leave even with open doors.
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Mrs. C
John Brown's Ancestor in Plymouth Woods January 1621
Boston Letter recounts John Brown of Ossa watomie and Mayflower carpenter Peter Browne with John Goodman wandering in Plymouth woods in January 1621. They lost their way, faced night, lions roar, near freezing feet, then found Saquish and Clark's Island from a hill. They returned to Burials Hill fort tired and cold.
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John Brown
Ossawatomie
Winslow
Peter Browne
John Goodman
Plymouth Woods
Saquish
Clark’s Island
Randerous
Burial Hill
Kansas
Boston
Springfield
Mauss
Umbrella Advice Warns Against Sun and Rain Use
A New York Post note warns that rain umbrellas used for sun and rain degrade quickly as oil dries, causing cracking and splitting. Folding umbrellas are available at several shops and can fit a 14 inch satchel.
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New York Post
Deserved the Certificate from Flood Obstacles
Miss Ethel Hoskinson traveled from Corning to Seneca to take a teachers examination. A swollen stream washed away her horses and buggy but she stayed calm and swam to safety. She reached Seneca, borrowed dry clothes, proceeded to the courthouse, sat the exam, and earned a first grade certificate.
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Kansas City Journal
Ethel Hoskinson
Corning
Seneca
Tomato Balm Revealed For Clear Skin
A reader touts ripe tomatoes as a remedies to remove freckles and muddiness from the skin. She says a peachlike bloom appears after daily rubbing, and canned nearly whole tomatoes are preferred for best raw state effects through winter.
Sunday School Quarter Review Commentary by Rev Stearns
A compact reading summarizes a weekly lesson series on Acts and Pauline letters. It outlines the eight to twelve lessons from Peter and Paul acts to James and Romans, highlighting themes of miracles, conversion, resurrection, preaching, grace, forgiveness, and the call to righteous living under the Spirit.
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Golden Text
D. M
Peter
Jesus Christ
Luke
Jesus
Paul
Dorcas
Cornelius
Jesus of Nazareth
Christ
Barnabas
Antioch
God
Saul
Pisidia
Iconium
Lystra
Derbe
Jerusalem
Judea
James
Christ Jesus
Timothy
Eunice
Lois
A Poet Physician and a Box of Guineas
A poor woman asked Dr Goldsmith for help for her husband who's ill and starving. The poet doctor visited, promised aid within an hour, and sent a box containing ten guineas with a note urging patience and good heart. The item highlights charity and humane action from a physician-turned-poet.
Incorruptible General Walker Denies Nepotism
A legendary anecdote from The Review of Reviews highlights General Walker of MIT as beyond suspicion. When urged to use department influence to advance allies, he replied I have no desires and I have no friends, scuttling any push for patronage.
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General Walker
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
J. J. Spencer
Review of Reviews
Children’s answers praised by Chief Justice Lefroy
The Westminster Gazette recalls two replies heard by Chief Justice Lefroy from a riot case involving Protestants and Catholics. A boy said that if he did not tell the truth he would “go where the Catholics go” after death. A bright girl reflected that she “should not get my expenses.”
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Isaac Butt
Q. C
M. P
Lefroy
Ireland
Westminster Gazette
How to Relieve Mosquito Bites and Insect Stings
Instructions advise using household ammonia on mosquito and flea bites, avoiding eye contact. For bee hornet and wasp stings a baking soda paste or ammonia can be applied, keeping it on for at least ten minutes. Ammonia or soda neutralizes the acid in bites and witch hazel is also recommended to reduce irritation and scratching.
How to Make Apple Cream Cake Recipe
A historical recipe describes a two layer apple cream cake. It lists ingredients for the cake including sugar butter eggs milk lemon extract flour and baking powder, plus a lemon flavored apple filling with egg whites sugar grated apple and lemon extract then assembled on cooled layers.
How to Avoid Skin Diseases By Fruit Diet
A health note recommends a fruit based regimen to prevent skin ailments. It suggests two oranges every morning before breakfast, a light breakfast, a lemon half at lunch, then a chop or egg with fruit, and fruits at dinner. It endorses seasonal fruits and lemon sherbet as a water substitute in spring.
How to Keep a Cat at Home
Clipping hairs inside a cat s ears is said to keep a cat at home by blocking dew and wet from plants. Removing the hairs supposedly urges the cat to stay indoors until they regrow. An extreme method mentioned is to cut off the ears, though few would adopt it.
Electric rat trap shocks mouse with cheese lure
A new electric rat trap uses a cheese bait on a metal plate to complete a circuit. The rat stands on the plate, touches the bait, and is electrocuted before any significant action. The device showcases a cruel, experimental method of pest control.
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Hialy
Women Suffragists See Encouraging Outlook Across Union
With four free states in the Union eight senators owe their election to women constituents and other signs show growing support for the suffrage cause. The Massillon Independent notes the favorable trend for suffragists nationwide.
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Free States
Union
Massillon
Harmonizing pianos for period rooms and modest budgets
The article argues for pianos designed to match Louis XV to Empire decor, highlighting Adam style, Vernis Martin finishes, and period engravings. It notes beautiful, authentic-looking instruments that suit refined interiors, while offering compact pianos and a piano secretaire to maximize space in small rooms.
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Adam Brothers
Robert Adam
Cipriani
Angelica Kauffmann
Martin
Claude
Moonshine Recipe with Egg White Jelly Dessert
A vintage style recipe instructs mixing six egg whites with six tablespoons sugar then folding in one cup of jelly. Beat until fluffy, chill on ice, and serve in saucers topped with vanilla flavored whipped cream.
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Irma T. Jones
Plymouth Congregational Charch
Lansing
Franc Baker
Morenci, Mich
Women's Foreign Missionary Society
M. E. Church
France
Reisener
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