Preparing Their Own Graves In Eastern Pennsylvania
A long feature describes regional custom of pre making graves in advance in eastern Pennsylvania cemeteries near Shoemakersville. It cites twin tombstones and retained graves as social practice with widows and widowers often expected to remain single and to care for their plots.
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Pennsylvania
Shoemakersville
New York Sun
Wittays
Siguin
Pravystone
Eastern
Penneyvaria
Sesson
Lehigh County
Chaveh
Berks County
Oley
Eccentric Warnings of Gruesome Burials Near Schuylkill
A well to do stormer plans a grave with a four by two foot crypt beside his coffin and to bury his bulldog with him due to his dog’s role as his heir. The church trustees reportedly will allow the dog’s burial. Also an elderly stage driver seeks a stacked coffin with a raised head to satisfy chronic asthma and sleep needs even in death.
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Schuylkill
Stormer
Charming Persian Women Not Held in Haram as Slaves
Travelers say Persian women are charming and content, not misused or imprisoned in harems. A London view refutes prejudice, noting their serene, duty bound life, modest dress, and distinctive jewelry reflecting eastern norms and healthful seraglio routines.
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Persia
London
Seraglio
Europe
Miners Bold Dash in Hold Up Tale of Gold and Escape
An old Denver storyteller recalls a Pactola incident where McCurdy brothers faced two armed robbers seeking gold dust. James and his brother, cornered in a cabin, fought back, freeing a bound robber who later turned state's evidence. The brothers claimed substantial gold hidden in their cabin and in placer claims.
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Burlington
Steri
Iits
Joe
Denver
McCurdy Brothers
Pactola
James
Hill City
State
Pest
Aly
Shev
England’s Trade Spark Promises US Growth and Opportunity
The piece argues for American capitalizing on English opportunities as British troops fight in South Africa. It cites export growth from 1880 to 1900, with exports rising from 3.5 million to 56 million per month, noting most sales go to Europe. It highlights US wealth, coal, and resources, and ends with a personal note about a marriage proposal.
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Saturday Evening Post
England
South Africa
Endon
Scotland
Wales
Spain
United States
Iacob
Treasury Department
Imm
Europe
Tard of Thanks to All Who Helped in Bereavement
The undersigned express gratitude to all who assisted them in their sad bereavement. Mrs. Herbert and family.
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Tee
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