Unrested US wealth in Mexico and global notes across 19th century markets
A mosaic of 19th century observations cites American holdings in Mexico valued at 24 million dollars in mines railways and ranches plus English wealth of 80 million. The article notes emigration finances European mother countries and reports on various topics including rail thefts in Nashville and reform moves in Liverpool and Philadelphia.
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United States
Mexico
England
Corn and Love in a Rural Ballad Fragment
A rustic verse narrative follows Walter and Mina as they nurture corn and dream of marriage, with hints of future vows if crops prosper. Interleaved is a domestic tale of Alice Wardin and Robert Ogden, where mistaken suitors spark comic danger and a moonlit rescue ends in parental restraint and newfound affection.
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Robert
Mr.Warden
Mr. Warden
Alice
Mr Warden
Ajax
Bra. Wardon
Mr. Wardon
Mira
The Depth of the Atmosphere and Balloon Flight Facts
The article notes that cirrus clouds appear at seven miles up and life cannot be sustained higher. It recounts a balloon ascent where an aeronauts loss of consciousness and freezing hands occurred, yet a rope snagged and valve opened. The ascent rate reached one thousand feet per minute. It also includes a light anecdote about a man and a witty lady walking in town with a mechanical gait and crankish remarks.
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Alicea
Rovertt
Warddallad
Robert Ogden
Jack Carpenter
Young Carpenter
Miss Wardan
Mr. Warden
Alice
Rovert
Cama
Aliis
Robert
Robert Ogdon
Nia
Middletown
Mylebeast
Wm. Mylchreest
Ilo
Weorcester Soy
The Kola Tree and Its Soothing Effects on Exhausted Humans
The article reviews the kola nut's reputed health benefits and social role. It cites the St James Gazette and Scotsman on its stimulant and restorative properties, including fatigue reduction, digestive aid, and beverage use. It notes potential army and civilian benefits, purification of foul water, and unique cultural exchanges among the Soudanese regarding kola gifts and marriages.
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St Jamoa Gazette
Africa
Scotsman
Nachtigal
The Sultan's Culinary System Described
A detailed look at the Ottoman court kitchen notes the cook and aides managing meals in silver vessels. Each course is sealed with paper and a cramp, opened by the high chamberlain who samples each dish before the sultan. The Sultan's household spends over $11,000,000 annually.
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Turkey
Court transcript shows violent assault accusation
Magistrate questions a prisoner about alleged eye gouging ear biting and assault. The prisoner retorts that the complainant admitted he was not a gentleman and states I knock.
Various Medical and Scientific Notes Gathered from Reports
A compilation of observations covers disinfectants from carbolic acid to coal tar derivatives, gender differences in infectious disease impact, and atmospheric and climatic factors. It cites cases of pediatric anemia, respiratory and heart function, and methods distinguishing human from animal blood, plus notes on astronomical ideas about comets and asteroid origins.
Why Mars Is Red and Plant Color in Winter
A St Louis Globe-Democrat excerpt discusses Mars appearing red and suggests possible causes. It notes astronomers’ guesses about red vegetation on Mars and compares earthly seasonal color changes in foliage and bark. The piece muses whether colder climates drive red coloration on Mars and Earth.
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Mars
Mara
St. Louis
Spider Webs Display Word Wilmington Across Webs
Workers on A Water Street unearthed two large yellow api dora webs embedded with the word Wilmington N C printed across their faces. About 25 onlookers gathered as one web remained partly outlined on paper. The webs, five feet apart, appeared gauzy and fan like, drawing curious admiration from locals.
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Dao Sheehan
Fowler
Morrison
Wilmington, N
Wilmington Q. Cc
Energetic Matron Handles Farm and Market Duties
An eighteen year old matron from Blue Hill Mc stayed home to care for a yokohama oxan horse three cows a hog and a large sheep and poultry flock. She did the fall spinning and helped move a horse to market. She picked and sold berries earning twelve cents a wipe to clothe herself.
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Mahden
Blue Hill
Yoko
Ogg
Strange Burial Customs in Remote Tyrolese Cantons
An excerpt from the Chicago Times describes funeral rites in Tyrolean villages where wealthier peasants host long open houses after services. Visitors share a mulled feast with wine and hot meals, candles burn at the coffin, and prayers mingle with social gathering, sometimes leading to abuses such as repeated offerings to beggars.
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Dor .Gruene Heinrich
Gottfried Keller
Switzerland
Chicago Times
Henry
Poon
Liz
Ecfir
Carinthia
Cornicn
Corinthia
Who Sows on the Covers Grandpa and the Hen Talk
A playful exchange where a boy questions his grandfather about how hens lay eggs. The elder gives cautious, age tempered answers acknowledging curiosity and suggesting more will be understood with time. The piece blends rural humor with a gentle family moment.
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St- Louis
Cattle Queen of the Weal and royal fashion notes
The item profiles Mrs. Mabel Day of Coteman Col, praised as the original Cattle Queen of the Weal, while noting her independence and business acumen. It lists other society curiosities from London, New York, and Boston about queens, brides, and decor with brief sketches and italics on style.
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Mabel Day
Coteman, Col
Pompadour
Scaton
Dross
Boston Transcript
Coral Jewelry Revival and Fashion Notes of the Era
A writer discusses coral jewelry waning then rising in popularity across Europe and Asia, praising its brilliancy and bridal and evening wear impact. It notes Empress Eugenie’s influence, trends in mantles and bonnets, colors like tortoise shell and gray, and new ribbon and lace details shaping late fashion. The piece closes with a New York popcorn trade vignette and price notes.
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France
Eugenie
Thair Gor
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Igc
Rougherty County
Wyoming
Chicago Herald
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Sve
Nashville Yailroad
Tes
Mn. RT Rhode
English Institute of Bankers
John Bulls
Rev
B. Waugh
Eng- Hah Bocisty For the Prevention of
Liverpool
Pearson
Newcastle
Austra
Philadelphia
Studgate
New York
Nebraska
John Milton Thayer
Wipton
George Spencer
Spencer
Alabama
Cornell University
Traci
Bellova
Roumelia
Fuck Viger
Baron Hirach
Olly
Diaz
W. E. Curtis
Spanish America
Rilo-Grande
Walter
Mina
Thorobin
Bel Bo Saith
Tor Mina
Mas
Cere
Harper's Weekly
Mrs. Warden
Warden
Jack Carpentert
J—J
Ughy
Rob Ogden
Mi—Warden
Kansas City
Delonico's
Delmonico
Madison Gyutra
Tiffany Koop
Argonaut
Bolentiic
Baltic
Black
Sias
Webr
Tate
Terry Upons
Proctor
Jupiter
Tyrolese
India
Prom
Calcutta
New York Sun
Foni
von Francois
Upper Congo
Afr
Grenfell
Congo
Ifo
Oatonngon
Mich
Ladies’ Department
Miss White
Mary
London Times
Queen Elizabeth
Carmen Siva
Roumanic
Pollish
Wharein
Heraslf
New York Mail and Express
Horle
Anya
Derry
East Side
New York Telegram
Massachusetts
Indiaca
Brooma County
Indiana
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