The Thalia Pageant and the Maniacal Spectator
An old court inquiry described a public pageant where a pretty girl portrayed Thalia wearing a jeweled tiara. A deranged laundress caused a disturbance, hurled a pestle at the girl, and was restrained as a tribune’s crew whisked her away. The girl faced the ordeal with poise and the suspect was committed to an asylum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covin
Wenile
Thalia
Thali
Ronage
Alp
Pompei
Pleiades
Virago
Desuetude
A Handicap of the Sea Captains Visit to New York
An English sea captain, aging and aboard a large vessel tied to Jene Vovares, anchors in New York harbor and visits a friend uptown. He explains he feels awkward ashore, never carries passengers, and maintains strict discipline aboard, leaving him uncomfortable in family circles.
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Jene Vovares
New York Harbor
New York Globe
Fence Dispute Prompted by Line Overstep
Neighborly disagreement over a fence built six inches over the boundary is discussed as a minor issue. A lawyer suggests an amicable settlement allowing the fence to remain until rebuilding becomes necessary.
Neighbor Fence Dispute Prompts Legal Threats and Exchange
In a terse exchange a neighbor named Fatpurse faces a four inch fence over the property line. A lawyer vows to carry the case to the supreme court if needed, signaling a heated dispute and possible legal action. Five dollars is requested for a service or payment related to the matter.
Acquittal Directed in Murder Case and Vanity of Fame
A trial for murder ends with the judges directing a not guilty verdict as the case lacks evidence, while a youthful defense lawyer seeks to address the court to gain fame and is granted time to speak. Separately, cooking advice counters poor ham boiling methods, outlining a slow simmer and glaze for best results.
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Whatley
Ward
Vothan
Fiore
Sof Tabi
Hailer d Joern' Avan
Io Iga
B. C. Georgia
John B. Stetson
Columbia Styles
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