Global notes and curiosities amid late 19th century news
The long extract surveys world affairs from grain exports to Odessa, compares European and American industry, and recalls naval progress and Arctic exploration. It blends political sentiment with scientific anecdotes, including Ericsson’s iron, Nansen’s Arctic drift plan, and a reflective poem on happiness. The piece references England Germany Russia and the United States, with scattered quotes and musings on language, economy, and exploration.
Locked Out in New York Flats Over Lost Keys
A newlywed wife and her husband in West Forty-ninth Street face a comical lockout when a joke about changing door keys backfires. The wife misleads the husband into keeping him out, leading to a late night siege on the wrong flat and a courtroom misunderstanding. The tale ends with a discharge and a relieved couple leaving court together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Mrs. Brown
Grand Central Lepot
West Forty-ninth Street
Brown
Macy
Chet
New York
Lnst
Lolmie
Tiown
Yorkville Police Court
Mr. Brown
West Forty-ninth Sreet
Alie
Tam
Hitle
New York Sun
Sally Lanns
Sally Lunn
New York World
White
Dr. White
Josa
Rufe
Philadelphia
Bolivian Soldiers Parade in Brilliant Colors and New Uniforms
From La Paz reports describe Bolivian troops marching daily in grand displays of cavalry and infantry. Officers outnumber rank and file, with diverse uniforms and a ceremonial guard mounted before the president. The piece notes the music, mass attendance, and the vivid, varied dress of the army, contrasting it with the shabby common soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie
Washington Star
la Paz
Bolivia
Martin
Ensa
Palacio
Aracas
Peru
Iililuy
Ladies' Department and Fashion Notes Chronicle
A collage of 19th century fashion notes and society items. Steel jewelry by Lo Long shelves elegance at Palais de l industrie exhibition with steel cornetz brooches and pearl beads priced 2 to 4 dollars. Jersey improvements enhance fit and movement. Egyptian embroidery, velvet boots, and decorative fashion ideas feature alongside social curiosities about the Princess of Monaco and progressive conversation parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lo Long
Palais de L'Industrie
London Truth
Disappointment and Will Promises in Family Dispute
Fragmentary dialogue reveals a dispute over inheritance with references to a will. A poor relative questions promises kept by an uncle and the possible repayment to a nephew in the wake of a contested estate. The readable text hints at family tensions and the potential transfer of property among She-So Jack and related individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Napsen
Currenta
Behing Sea
Greenland
Fina
Nansen
Paris
Monaco
America
Jain
France
Due de Richelieu
Tts
Tom Thumb
Pittsburg
St. Vand
Jon ‘Thumb
Jonston
Kingdom of Heaven
Jack
José
New York News
China
Economical cooking tips and humor from old newspapers
A collage of thrifty recipes and household hacks includes a ten cent soup bone dinner with dumplings, Sally Lunn yeast bread, and Hamburger steaks with a piquant sauce. Also shared are vintage home remedies, maintenance tips, and a playful anecdote collection about roosters, donkeys, and a dry spell.
Pearls of Thought and Pithy Adages Verse
A string of aphoristic lines on language, truth, effort, luck, and character. The musings critique slander and deceit, note energy drives enterprise, and comment on trust, friendship, and merit without tied narrative or clear event.
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Europe
England
Germany
Holland
Russia
United States
India
Roumania
Odessa
Russian Empire
Atlanta Constitution
Alvica
Frederick the Great
Alfred de Musset
Napolwor
Eufferer
San Francisco Chronicle
Washington
Ericsson
Urs
Love
Earth
Alphonso
Spain
Missouri
Ilobe Democrat
Johunle
Lo Johmnie
Johnnie
Johnie
Johnnig
May
F Nall
Journal of Health
Robert Jenkinsou
Boston
Honolulu
Poatmasters
New York Journal
Turkey
Baedad
Constantinople
Mounnin
Teross
Asia Minor
Formerakiys
Lidia
Tartu
Ragiad
Nore Chu
Dudis
Eins
Dante
Che Aortas
Mage Ab
Howsr
Galveston
Jersty
Dets
Cairo
Chicago Post
New York Post
Ale
Brooklyn
East
New York Sur
Jace
Gotham
Nottinghamshire
Washington Irving
Snd
Dames Bh. Pankling
Salinagundt
New York Dispatch
Sally Lann
Nousenold
Crane
Hare
Dar
Javgne
Indenouth
Toledo Blade
Energy
Enterprise
Mindo
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