Deathbed warning turns to soap ad farce in Gallup household
In a curious Domestic scene Mrs. Gallup, dying in a comic twist, warns Samuel Gallup about second wives and home repairs while a Wiggins washer pamphlet touts rapid laundering. He remains absorbed in the ad copy, imagining the machine’s claimed feats as Mrs. Gallup prepares for her departure. The tale blends humor with a faux melodrama as everyday woes and consumer hype collide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Lewin
Wiggins
Mrs. Taylor
Saray Ann Spooner
Uncle Goodrich
Mr. Gallup
P. T. Barnum
Dan Rice
Samuel
Mrs. Gallup
Arizona
America
M. Quan
Enduring Curse Tied to Cowdray Estate History
A London Chronicle note recalls a legend tied to Cowdray in Sussex. Monks allegedly cursed Sir Anthony Browne’s line with fire and water after the Dissolution, leading to a series of tragic deaths. The Browne succession ended with the extinction of the title Montague, as heirs perished in accidents and drownings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midhurst
Cowdray
Sussex
Anthony Browne
Battle Abbey
Eastbourne
Brownes
George Samuel Browne
Viscount Montague
England
Germany
Montague
Bognor
London Chronicle
Booths and the theatre chronicler on Richard III
In Amy Leslie’s account Edwin Booth’s portrayal of Richard III is described as frank and incorruptible. A comical curtain moment prompts Booth to quip about a restless actor, reflecting on the performance and audience reactions. Steam navigation’s rise and its early resistance is touched upon, noting Fulton and early steamboats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard
Fulton
Hudson
Atlantic
First Earned Nickel Leads to Custard Pie Tale
An older man recalls earning a shiny five cent piece from Mr Gregg the geocer after carrying potatoes. He resisted buying toys, saved a few days, then spent it on bakery custard pie, borrowing a spoon to savor every bite, much to a child’s curiosity and envy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poon
Papa
Father
Indianapolis Press
Inked signals and honors on Indian faces explained
Pearson's Magazine describes war paint as a system of marks with fixed meanings. Each color and pattern signifies rank, tribe, or achievement, with dogfish symbols and other creatures denoting various social positions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearson’s Magazine
Do You Think Two Letters Were Written by Same Person
A handwriting expert discusses if two letters share authorship and notes he has studied them but is not retained by either side. An indignant citizen warns against dragging his name into print and asks his middle name be spelled out.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Blood purifier S S S advertised as a remedy for blood and skin troubles
Forewarned and forearmed claims a healthy blood circulation prevents disease and aids digestion and nerves. It extols S S S as a safe, mineral free tonic made from roots and herbs. Endorsed by testimonials from H B Kelly and Mrs Henry Biegfried, with a note on free medical advice and sending for a free book from The Swift Specific Co Atlanta GA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. B. Kelly
Henry Biegfried
Cape May
Suse Bate Demetcat Leech Bose
Richard Fullert
Gardner
Bair
Atoman
THE
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta
Samitorium Ad Promises Cure For Chronic Ailments
Dh J BORN announces a one day visit for the North Dakota Medical Surgical and Electrical Sanitarium offering treatments for all chronic diseases. Four curative powers include medicine electricity hydrotherapy and magnetic healing with various therapies and capable physicians in Fargo North Dakota. Manager Burns offers trusses for men women and children and urges patients to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Dakota
Mingecas
Edna
Fargo
N. D
Burns
Land Office notices for commutation proofs in North Dakota
Two land office notices from Grand Forks North Dakota dated January 21 1901 and January 10 1901 announce settlers Benjamin Franklin Kercher and Edwin Ehnert filing intentions to make commutation proofs. Kercher plans to prove residency and cultivation March 3 or 5 1901 at Fred W. McLean’s office with witnesses Walter Sadlemeyer B F Hawthorn John McCowall and John Stoneman. Ehnert plans to prove residency March 8 1901 with witnesses Lund Perry John Shanbeck Charles Gartis Ole Amundson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Orks
N. D
Fred W. McLean
U.S
District of North Dakota
B. Butch
Ramsey County
N. Dak
Benjamin Franklin Kercher
H. E
Walter J. Sadlemeyer
Storlie
B. F. Hawthorn
John McCowall
John W. Stoneman
Banner
N.D
E. H. Rent
Grand Forks
U. 8
District of North, Dakota
Imeey
Edwin Ehnert
Lund Perry
John Shanbeck
Charles Gartis
Bunner
Ole Amund’ Son
Benois
Augustus Roberts
Cass
North Dakota
Harriet Larned Rumney
Fargo
Case
Cou
Innde
Tange
Ramsey
W. E. Hunt
Ninth Street
FBO
William E. Hunt
Harriet Larned Jumney
A.D
Margaret Daeley
John Daeley
Margaret
Devils Lake
Ramaoan
Devils Lele
D. G. Duell
SBA
Irennan & Kennedy
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Gallup
Yonkers Statesman
Atchison Globe
Fontenelle
Dh. J. Born
North Dakota Medical, Surgical and Electrical Institute
Hotel Sevilla
Devils Lake, W. D
Scavanger
United States
GEO
P. Lyman
Gen- Ming
C. &Nrr
Parker
Hal Balsam
Kent. Register
State
State OF
Ramsty
Second Judicial District
Oliver W. Rawson
Dick Heinsen
A. Maglone
Evils Lake, N. D
District Court
Hamsey County
Baa Maglone
Plaintivils Lake
M.D
Andrew Huesby
Borth Dakota
Ramsey County Abstract Company
H. Brown
L. D. McGawax
W. Getta
Joel Lambert
JE. TN
Walker
Small
A.M. Powell
Rocky Mountain
Iene
Irexnan Chas
D. Kennedy, Brennan & Kennedy Lawyers
Rvns Laer
North Pat
Townsend & Denoyer
Onas
States Land Office
First National Banx Bullpine
Earpat Geo. A Maglone
North Dak
Toronto Veterinary College
Drvils Lake
J. Seney Montier
University of Christina
Norway
Ke Moeller
Devils Lake, N. D
Anderson
East Fourth St
F. Sthler
Bang’s Block
Sevilla
N. Dakota
Grand, Harbor
G. Zanich
Dr. Jones
Devils Lake N. Dak
John C. Adamson
Horsman’s Drug Store
Casper Scratass
New Fruit Store
Atand Stade & Less
J. T. Colville
White Swan
J. I. Wampler
Enat
John Nimmo
Arnola Ave
Chautauqua
Kelly Ave
Cordner’s
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