WAIL OF THE DONKEY IN ANCIENT AND CHINESE VERSE
A Louisville Courier Journal noted donkey use spans eras and continents while recounting Dr Chester of Nashville describing a Chinese donkey’s bray in China. He calls the sound a moving lament of old oppression and a powerful, unsettling chorus when several donkeys bray together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Chester
Nashville
Arkansas
China
Creough
Jos
Bray
Hestec
Pathes
Eight Natural Exercises for Strength from Harper's Weekly
The text cites George Tebert, a French naval lieutenant, advocating eight natural exercises for physical improvement. It argues vigorous activity should mimic primitive life, including walking, running, leaping, climbing, lifting, jumping, boxing, and swimming, as the path for healthy individuals to gain strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Tebert
Barry
Harper's Weekly
How Did She Know
A humorous exchange from the New York Tribune recounts Miss Mac reading her sister’s letter inadvertently. The sister reveals an impending marriage, and Mae Mae responds with light, teasing remarks about privacy and family letters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Mac
New York Tribune
Dictionary at Fault In Father’s Home Education Tale
An East End father buys a dictionary for his twelve year old. The boy returns it saying it is no good because words aren’t arranged right, joking that the dictionary divides before uniting, a lighthearted exchange from Cleveland Phin Dealer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East End
Cleveland
Mean Thing Sparks Downtown Dispute.
Fragmentary report notes a disagreement labeled mean, mentioning Parker and an implied plan to set someone downtown. The text includes unclear phrases about someone declining, a possible decision by Phin Deesder, and a reference to years, feet, and a drawn lens, all from Ville Coairier Jf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Todas
His Last Words Sketched In Fragmentary Chat
Fragmented OCR yields a terse reminiscence with phrases like Yes dear and Very true dear amid unclear context. The snippet hints at a conversation with a skater or a farewell line but lacks coherent narrative. Further readable context is needed to identify people places or events.
Beauri Carriers Seen In Every Observer
Witnesses reflect that each person sees the world through their own burdens and biases, shaping perception and interpretation of events. The saying underscores subjectivity in human judgment and memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beauri
Coethe
World Outlooks and Local Edges Across the Globe
A survey of global notes covers Russia’s schools Berlin’s mail cars Montreal’s street limits and a St Louis fire where a woman saved a dog but forgot jewels, Sweden’s armor orders and judges on school labor. It notes suffrage meetings in Britain and various transport, trade, and cultural items from cities worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Montreal
St. Louis
Sweden
Curious Pleasure Hysterical Sympathy In Women
A discussion on how some individuals especially women seek sympathy through simulated hysterical fits. The piece cites Dr Carter and observes children and young women may exploit others' anxiety for attention, noting that ignoring outbursts can curb such behaviors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter Sayss
New York
Scilla
Daguerre Narrow Escape Sparks Photography Birth
The New York Sun recounts how Daguerre nearly faced asylum in the 1830s due to mania over sunlit portraits. A fear of insanity spurred him to press on, and his breakthrough on copper plates gave birth to photography.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daguerre
Louis Jacques Daguerre
M. Daguerre
Aline
M. Pagnetre
Licetre
The Oldest Book and Its Ancient Proverb Roots
An ancient papyrus deems Ptabhotep the author with a date near 300 B.C. The text places Abraham’s call at 1921 B.C. and the Deluge at 2348 B.C., arguing the proverbs were compiled before the flood and while Methuselah was about 300 years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomon
Ptabhotep
Abraham
Chaldees
B. C
Methuselah
Trouser Prohibition in Early English Chapel Trust
A London Opinion excerpt recalls 1820 Bethel chapel trust in Sheffield prohibiting preachers from wearing trousers. It notes the era's knee breeches and gaiters as the correct attire, framing trousers as a surprising later development in respectable dress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Bethel Chapel
Cambridge Street
Sheffield
London
Torrance Family Plans Move to America
The family of Mr Torrance prepares to leave Stratthaver for America. Tibby Torrance, described as an elder sister to Mr Porrinece, will accompany them. Neighbors caution Tilby about the dangers of the sea, but she replies with a coined saying about a dry summer and a deep seal.
Card of Thanks for Baby O B Ratcliff
The undersigned express appreciation to neighbors and friends for assistance and kindness shown during the sickness and death of their baby O B Ratcliff and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O B. Ratcliff
Letter List for Week Ending May 17 1913
Advertised notice lists names Mrs Lydia Cox Charles T Dyars Mrs Lucelta Peank BE Farr Tom Gavin Mrs Raymond George Whiting and instructs callers to say advertised for above.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia Cox
Charles T. Dyars
Lucelta Peank
BE. . Farr
Tom Gavin
Raymond
George Whiting
King's New Life Pills Promised Relief for Constipation
Sanbury resident John Suspie touts King's New Life Pills as the best for constipation indigestion and liver complaints They are priced at 25 cents and recommended by Irvin and Willard The ad urges everyone to try the pills for prompt relief and healthy bowels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Suspie
Sanbury
Irvin & Willard
Perrysville Social News Highlights
Lora and Esther Holroyd visit Rev and Mrs McHargue in Kingman while Leon Martin visits grandparents in Danville. John L Smith and wife shop in Danville. Senior classes plan to leave next Monday for the state normal summer program. Al Wait buys a new Hudson. Bert Johnson and wife welcome a 12 pound girl. Mary Compton visiting Indianapolis. Sarah McCormick becomes Perrysville store foundry lookkeeper. Rev Stewart marries a woman from Attice. a charivari follows and Endeavor society hosts a surprise. Memorial services at U B church May 25. J N Jones family visit near Gessie. Coral Johnson ends music class for summer.
Wanted A Collaborator for Playwright Project
An advertisement from a historical newspaper seeks a collaborator to provide board and lodging until a play is produced. The ad notes the idea is already written and asks for a partner to develop the project in a great city.
Solitaire Dice Ritual at Liberty Street Café
A prosperous man visits a Liberty Street cafe daily for two years then tilts dice at the bar to choose whether to drink. He never plays with others and sits for lunch after the private ritual, an odd personal habit observed by patrons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Street
New York
Praas
Linguist Quote Sparks Language Proficiency Note
fragmentary text shows a linguist reference with phrases about seven languages and near simultaneous speech by two individuals. unclear context but indicates discussion of multilingual ability and timing.
Notice to Heirs and Creditors for Price deceased
Executor JOHN H. STEPINSO N announces a probate proceeding for the estate of Price deceased. The notice requires heirs and creditors to appear, prove heirship, and present claims by the specified time and place. The executor requests diligent handling of all matters related to the estate under applicable law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Njord
Peru
Diete Bas Esiyete
Stepinset
Bistas
John H. Ste Pipen Son
Fragmented Detroit Free Press quote reflects wartime rumors
A reader fragment from the Detroit Free Press quotes a wartime suspicion about coal supply and a request to tell someone about it. The garbled text shows misread phrases and unclear attribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petroit Free Press
To be of service is a foundation for contentment
A concise quote attributed to Charles W. Eliot highlights service as a steady basis for personal happiness and moral purpose. The line emphasizes altruism as a enduring source of fulfillment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Eliot
Printing Material Manufacturers at 148 Sth St
An advert identifies manufacturers of type and high grade printing material located at 148 Sth Street. The notice promotes supply options for printers and publishers in need of quality type and press supplies.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ville Coairier
Jf. Aif
Round the
Russia
Judge Gemmill
Chicago
Civic Federation
Boston
Ruge
Minnesota
C. R. Bacon
Trenton
N. J
Philadelphia
Great Britain
M. O. Neff
Cincinnati
United States
Zurich
Pittsburgh
Boulogne
France
Hongkong
International Polar Commission
Rome
International Geographical Congress
Japan
Fujiyama
Colorado
Baltimore
Uruguay
General Booth
Abney Park
Prince of
Nantes
Germany
South America
Norway
Canada
West Indies
Africa
Philippines
Philippine
Cebu Island
Leyte Island
Peninsula of
Tarabas
Imperial University
Tokyo
Perrysville
Lora
Esther Holroyd
Rev
Mrs. McHargue
Kingman
Leon Martin
Danville
John L. Smith
al. Wait
Bert Johnson
Mary Compton
Indianapolis
Sarah McCormick
Peryreville
Stewart
Attice
Endeavor Society
Julia Keerns
Ilinois
John Wilhiame
U. B
J. N. Jones
Wm. Carithers
Gessie
Coral Johnson
Phaenthy
Biron Netra Nge
Beralel
Stecape
Old de Sauelpitcher
Tee
Bochelle
Raplyax
Bears
Castoria
the Centaur Company
New York City
L. S
Philadelphia Printers’ Supply Co
Proprietors Penn Type Foundry
Sloan
Geo, Buchanan
Welch
Ckla
R.D. Burcover
Maysville
Boxx
J. Underwood
Coo Warren Ave
Earl S. Sloan
Boston, Mass
Zook
Wabash Portland Cement Co
Alch
Stroh
In.ann
P. J. Young & Co
Covington, Ind
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!