A Bridge Fight
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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1910
Page
2
The Red and White Bridge Unites Two Villages
Two neighboring communities Harborhead and Portside clash over a bridge’s color and use. A fire, a perilous rescue by Noah Wade, and a repaired alliance lead to a joint vote ending the feud, painting the bridge white and reuniting families across the span.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harborthead
Portside
Harborherd
Yortside
Arborhenad
Noah Wade
Armira Turner
Noah
Harborhead
Parson Lane
Almira
Amitra
Tutner
White Bridge
Aliira
Portsiders
Storuy
Noahrisk
Larbehend
Almitra
Son
Proud Moment as Bride Sends Calling Cards in First Visit
A New York Sun excerpt notes a bride on her wedding day leaving her husband’s card with her own, marking a first act of social significance. Women debate which day was her proudest, noting the tradition signals status and remembrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Sun
When the Barber Was a Wit
The barber as a figure of wit and intrigue appears in original literature and Arabian tales. Jasanin rose as a southern French poet, reciting verses with barber tools as he dressed patrons. We had a great run, earned money, gained fame, and Sulles wrote a book about him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Spain
Jasanin
France
Sulles
Money Talks Spark Phonetic Dispute Between Gilder and Throckmortop
Detrultree Press records a heated exchange where Gilder insists money talks, while Throckmortop counters that wealth is not on speaking terms with him, signaling a quirky, sarcastic editorial note in a brief dialogue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Throckmortop
Detrultree Press
Of Course Not Holmces Quote on Love and Marriage
A brief quotation discusses love and marriage, arguing a man would not wed for worldly reasons unless certain he is the best possible partner for her. The remark reflects caution about marriage motives and personal suitability.
Too Rusty Lady Calls for Fewer Rusty Notes
A terse exchange occurs as a manager pushes back against a performer asking for rotes to be used. The brief scene hints at friction over rehearsal choices and authority in a studio setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manger
Beck
Twain’s pledge as Buffalo Express editor in 1869
Mark Twain announced his editorial policy for the Buffalo Express promising truthfulness, avoidance of sensational reform, and diligent, honest work. He vows to rebuke crime, use plain language, and refrain from slang or profanity except in housing and tax discussions, while avoiding heavy political meddling due to a separate editor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Twain
Buffalo Express
Two Words Defined Sanitaria and Sanatorium Distinctions
The Literary Digest clarifies the difference between sanitaria and sanatoriums. Sanatorium derives from Latin sanitas meaning health. it denotes a treatment institution using local natural therapies. Sanitaria derives from sanitus meaning whole or sound. it preserves health rather than cures, distinctions noted for correct vowel use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calinebia
Dlest
Many Kinds Of Fleas In Natural History
Harald Russell summarizes flea study from Leeuwenhoek to 18th century taxonomy and modern counts. He notes fleas feed on hosts, their parasites are sarcoptidae related, and Pierre- Antoine de Pau lays groundwork. About 400 flea species described, with many more likely as naturalists continue study.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leeuwenhoek
Swift
Tipnaeus
Wiiting
Pauley
Death Penalty for Forging Hats in England Chronicle
In England hats faced severe protection laws from the 16th century. A 1571 act forced Sunday wear of velvet wool caps. later laws required hat vendors to obtain licenses and stamp duties. Forging a hat stamp carried death, inspiring the quip about reading the maker’s name in church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Walter Raleigh
Low Countries
Elzabeth
Lendon Chronicle
Rubbing It In A 50 Cent Dinner Query Sparks Glare
A New York Press remark captures a waiter recalling a boss’s glare at a man who paid a fifty cent dinner bill and asked if any nearby place offered decent meals for fifty cents. The exchange underscores price debates in urban dining scenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Press
Fragmented Quotations From The Sunken Submarine And Society
A compact collection of quoted lines references The Remedy and The Mistress-Pridget debating meals and purchases. Luatize Blatter muses on a splendid tomb, while Epictetus offers two words: sustain and abstain. The piece blends satirical snippets with historical names and scenarios.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luatize
Oldest University in the World Found at Cairo
A writer in the American Educational Review notes the University of El Azhar in Cairo, founded in 989 by Saladin, as the oldest educational institution globally. It serves as learning center for Muslims and spiritual life hub, with a chancellor descended from the Prophet and a lecturer system based on personal reputation and student fees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvard
Yale
American Educational Review
University of
Cairo
el Ashar
Church of
Store sale offers rare opportunity in Queen Annes Talbot county
The purchaser may take immediate possession and conduct the business. This stock sale presents a unique chance in a prime general store location between Queen Annes and Talbot counties. Willoughby station abuts the property in a fertile farming region on the Eastern Shore. Fixtures include counters, scales, show cases, tobacco knives, lamps and pumps. Terms: one third cash, balance in two notes at six and twelve months, or all cash. A $500 cash deposit required. possession given after terms complied. Auctioneers: H. W. B. Mitchell and T. Frank Seward. The store remains open for business until sale. Goods sold at retail, very low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queen Anne’s
Talbot County
Willoughby Station
Talbot
H. W. B. Mitchell
T. Frank Seward
Auct
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Team For Sale
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Crystalite
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Texas Company
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Feed and Sale
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