The Dismal Swamp Swampers and Ancient Bear Hunters
A vivid portrait of the Dismal Swamp region in Virginia and North Carolina. It describes swamp dwellers known as swampers, their isolation in timber camps, and the bears, wild cattle, and hogs that roam the dismals. Uncle Bob Garry, a veteran swamper, recalls life in the swamps, bear hunts, and legends of Lake Drummond and a white ghost girl story near the Dismal Swamp.
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Bob Garry
Alligator
Dar
Uncle Bob
Virginia
Lake Drummond
North Carolina
Alligator Swamp
Hyde County
Pamlico Sound
Roanoke River
Pamlico River
Albemarle Sound
Dare
Tyrell
Hyde
Washington
Beaufort
Brain
John
Quote on intellect and worldly struggle by George Eliot
A reflective line by George Eliot on the grief of losing serene intellectual life to the grind of worldly annoyances. The thought contrasts ennobling purpose with daily burdens.
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George Eliot
The Crocodile In Myth And In Egyptian Lore
An essay recounts how the crocodile is fading as a living wild subject and becomes a curiosity in modern Egypt. It covers Herodotus on bird toothpicks, Pliny and saffron fables, the legend of crocodile tears, hieroglyphic depictions, and ancient fishing tricks using a chanting pig lure.
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Egypt
Herodotus
Pliny
Fuller
Nile
Oldest Letter Carrier in United States Active in New York
Charles A. Tyler, aged 75, is the longest-serving New York post office employee attached to branch station P. In service since 1845, he has delivered mail to Governor's Island since 1880, twice daily, and has never missed a day. He recalls starting as an assistant in the City Hall park post office and later surviving the draft riots with a wrist wound.
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United States
Charles A. Tyler
New York
Mr. Tyler
Governor's Island
Tyler
City Hall Park
Center Street
Ita
Polk
California
Farce Reignited in 1851 Hungarian Revolution Tale
A condensed recounting of Hungary’s 1848–49 struggle for constitutional government under Francis Joseph, noting the 1851 execution in effigy of leaders like Julius Andrássy and the fates of Kossuth and Batthyány, with reference to Haynau’s harsh measures and the later path to independence.
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Kingdom of
Hungary
Francis Joseph
Buda-Pesth
Lewis Batthyani
Arad
Haynau
Julius Andrassy
Hved
Count Andressy
Turkey
Louis Kossuth
Casimir Batthyani
Water and health in fall and winter seasons
A Washington Star reprint quotes a well known physician urging regular water intake year round. He notes thousands avoid water daily, contrasts with some who drink three to six glasses, warns against relying on coffee tea or soups for hydration, and argues kidneys function best with adequate liquids while avoiding unnecessary stimulants. He cites animal habits as a guide to consistent water consumption.
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Star
Washington Star
Varied Bedding Traditions Across Ancient Cultures
The passage surveys sleeping arrangements around the world and history, noting tropical mats and portable charpoys, Japanese matting with neck rests, Chinese low bedsteads with coverings, German beds with large pillows, English beds as the largest, and ancient Greek and Roman bed frames. It also mentions Egyptian couches resembling an easy chair.
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Tropics
Indian canoeing measured by pipes amid pauses
Indigenous Canadian canoeists estimate water distances by pipes taken during permitted haltings for smoking. The interval between rests changes with conditions and the guide's leniency. A pipe thus becomes an indeterminate unit of measure.
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Canada
Tunnels of Gibraltar and a Sign of Domestic Storm
In Gibraltar there are seventy miles of tunnels. When kitchen glass falls it signals a domestic storm.
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Rock of Gibraltar
Sweethearts and wives in steady love and praise
The domestic poem by Donie O Connell in Domestic Monthly extols enduring affection. It contrasts the constancy of a wife with the blush of a sweetheart, praising a man whose partner remains as charming and bright as in youth, inviting a toast to lasting love.
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Ana
Donie O'Connell
Foley's Honey and Tar Promises Grippe Cure
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a guaranteed cure for grippe cough and General weakness. Endorsed by H. J. Moogk and W. Ff. Junglunz, the copy promises restoration of strength and health.
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Foley
Grippe
H. J. Moogk
W. Ff. Junglunz
Wine service and medical notices in 19th century ad text
A compact extract offering dining wine rules and drink pairing guidance. It covers serving temperatures and order from sherry with soup to port with cheese, plus cautions against ice. The passage shifts to short advertisements praising Banner Salve and Kodol Dyspepsia Cure with attributions to H J Moogh and others.
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J. I. Carson
Washington
H. J. Moogh
Women on Massachusetts overseers of the poor boards
A Springfield Massachusetts Republican voice argues for electing women to town boards overseeing the poor. It contends good women are naturally suited and active in such service and urges at least one competent woman on every board for the public good.
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Massachusetts
Springfield
Mass
Republican
Banner Salve Promises Quick Cure for Sores and Ulcers
Running sores ulcers and boils are claimed to be quickly cured by Banner Salve described as the most healing salve in the world. Endorsers H J Moogk and W F Jungkunz are listed.
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H. J. Moogk
W. F. Jungkunz
Cold tests with liquid air on microbes yield limited results
Scientists including Professor Dewar tested extreme cold on typhoid, diphtheria, cholera, and other microbes. Liquid air at 190 degrees Celsius did not kill bacteria after 24 hours, while light-emitting bacteria lost luminosity but recovered after thawing. Further work will use liquid hydrogen.
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Dewar
Does Coffee Agree with You Grain-O Beverages Highlighted
A reader cites Grain-O as a coffee substitute made from pure grains. The testimonial claims initial dislike gave way to preference after a week, praising Grain-O as nourishing and suitable for children. It promises a strengthening grain base and easy preparation by grocers.
The Other Lie Vestrymen Stir Parish News
A brief observation from the New York Tribune noting the vestrymen’s roles in a parish. The first vestryman fears losing usefulness while the second laments the quiet wake of awareness among the people when it happens.
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New York Tribune
Shake Into Your Shoes Allen's Foot-Ease Advertisement
A vintage ad touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful swollen nervous feet and bunion sting, claiming fast relief and comfort. It promises easier fitting shoes, reduces sweating and callousness, and offers a 25 cent mail order with a free trial package from Allen S Olmsted in Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Allen S
Opportunities for Business At Chicago & North Western Lines
A pamphlet summarizing business opportunities on the new lines of the Chicago and North Western Railway is available. Apply to Agents of the C N W R or the General Passenger and Ticket Agent at 22 Fifth Ave Chicago Illinois for details.
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Chicago & North-Western Railway
Fifth Ave
Chicago
Ill
Chicago & Alton
Geo
J. Gharlton
Illinots
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