WOHN BULLS HUMOR HOWELL S TRIBUTE TO AMERICAN WIT
A fragment from a 19th century discussion notes Americans’ humor and manners as observed by Emerson Howell and a letter to Norton. It contrasts London reception of Bill and expresses view that American nerves are more exposed and witty, while critics call us superficial.
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Ted Emerson
Howells
Chase
Norton
Bill
London Society
Charles
Pepys Diary Entry Reflects Domestic Dispute Over Language
A diary episode shows Samuel Pepys noting a supper quarrel with his wife over her use of the word devil. He laments losing control and wonders how to enforce obedience as in earlier times, reflecting on authority and domestic tension.
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Ashwell
Samuel Pepys
Hunting Disaster Narrated by R B Coleman
A tale recounts R B Coleman describing poor shooting and a dog killed by a misfired shot during rabbit hunting. The speaker reflects on lingering guilt and a change in hunting habits after the incident. Cincinnati Enquirer notes Berlioz's unhappy marriage and a dramatic fall ending with a broken leg.
Beware of fresh olives at Mosca border rail station
A printer posts a box outside his fence near the railway station in Mosca with ripe olives and a placard inviting patrons to partake, suggesting a public lure or prank at the border area.
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Mosca
Olives and pancakes spark misguided kitchen theater
The New York Herald quotes a planter enjoying a rogue fantasy of spectator sport and blues cure while a restaurant scene turns comic as a chef hides a messy mishap on the griddle. The Brooklyn Standard Union notes the broader frauds masked as cookery.
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New York Herald
Brooklyn Standard Union
Atlantic High lands guests haul in 80 foot shark
Guests from Atlantic High lands fished early Tuesday on the sloop Brunhilde captained by W. D. Overton. A shark 80 feet long and about 200 pounds was brought to Curtis' pavilion after a near overboard pull and was later mounted by taxidermist L. Wenger. The tale and the mounting plan spread quickly.
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Atlantic Highlands
W. D. Overton
Curtis
L. Wenger
Philadelphia Press
Lake Sys Bton and Roxboro and Littleton High Grade Machines
A brief notice touts Lake Sys Bton Roxboro and Littleton as high grade machines. It claims they are latent improvements, handsomer lighter and cheaper than ever and invites readers to call examine before purchasing or request a descriptive catalog.
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Lake Sys
Bton
Roxboro
Littleton
Jackets for Our Sailors at Navy Yard Uniform Shop
The navy yardquartermaster requires two reputable signers for applicants to sew garments. A seamstress must be well recommended and workspaces kept clean. Workers receive piece rates. overcoats 2.80 each. drawers and undershirts 11 and 7 ounce flannel. trousers 66 and 60 cents. jumpers 50 cents. older staff earn around 12 dollars weekly. Garments go to enlisted men. officers supply own wardrobes. New York Sun.
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Navy Yard
New York Sun
The Cable Car Man Faces Dangers on Chicago Rails
A Chicago Record account portrays a gripman describing the nerve strain of nightly runs on Milwaukee Avenue. He says drivers fear misses, near misses with pedestrians and babies, and the toll of constant vigilance on busy downtown loops.
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Milwaukee Avenue
Acre
Chicago
Providence
Frere Tales and a Page of Advertising Folly
The passage recounts John Hookham Frere famed for wit and literary talent yet poorly heard for his absent minded stories. One tale has him reciting to Mr. Murray and missing his own wedding day. Another anecdote claims his wife mocks his forgetfulness after he drinks her glass. A separate ad tale involves Robert Bonner and a repeatedly printed two line ad.
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John Hookham Frere
John Murray
Mr. Frere
Robert Bonner
Robert
Sen
New York News
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