Practical Proverbs About Virtue and Deeds
Practical proverbs warn that virtue dwells by deeds not rank or dress. A gentleman is known by actions, not gown or pedigree. Words fade. deeds endure. Youthless wisdom would aid age, yet pride slows growth. Pardons to others should not excuse self bias.
Marriage Portion Ends in High Way Robbery Turnaround
A farmer near Easton, Henderson, agrees to Maude marrying Harry Masters after Maude departs to the bank, pursues a robber, and returns with a haul of counterfeit plates and cash. The sequence yields over fifteen hundred dollars in good money and a resolved engagement.
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Easton, Pao
Henderson
Ellen
Maude
Easton
Barry Masters
Farmer Henderson
Harry Masters
Ead
Mr. Masters
Mande
Harry
Ude
Maud
Hallo
John
Toola
Young Masters
Khedive of Egypt Offers Twin Needle to New York
The New York World reports the Khedive will present to New York the twin Needle, sister of the obelisk sent to England. The 70 foot granite shaft from Syene sits by the sea, its hieroglyphs worn by salt spray after 1800 years. The English contractors, moving Thothmes II’s obelisk to London, would transport the gift to New York and erect it at a location of choice for 100000 dollars, with full risk borne by them.
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New York World
Egypt
New York
England
Syene
Alexandria
Thothmes II
London
Suit Filed for Breach of Promise in San Francisco
A blighted 65 year old woman in San Francisco sues five men described as gay deceivers, alleging breach of promise of marriage with damages sought at 15000 dollars. The vague filing frames a civil action against multiple defendants.
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Isco
Fashion Notes on Costume Trends and Accessories
The article surveys evolving styles in green and gold trims, polonaise silhouettes, and new fabrics like Camile. It highlights Delphine basques, Premiers shawls, and a push toward versatile materials that can transform into court dresses or children’s wear. Emphasizes gloves, sleeve buttons, studs, and hat embellishments including gilt feathers and helmet shapes.
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America
How the Money Goes in the Russian Army Satire
A Pall Mall Gazette serialization lampoons army corruption in tsarist Russia. The piece traces a wasteful chain from the war office to regimental funds, with officers skimming pay, subsistence, and supplies while soldiers endure hardship and battle.
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Russia
Pall M. Gazette
London
War Office