Poetor's Wife excerpt reveals romantic reverie and social intrigue
Isabel encounters visions of radiant beings and meets Roland Lansdell, a handsome cousin-like figure. Mr. Raymond voices concern that Roland is prone to dissipation unless marriage to a sensible wife steadies him. Isabel experiences vivid stage-like admiration amid a woodland picnic, sensing life beyond prose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saung
Italy
Krat Davaied
Tilia Portraltes
Cypricious
Roland Lansdell
Gwendoline
Isabel
Lige
Ouly
George
Gwendolinn
Laymond
Spon
Mer
Gilbert
Grayhridge
Oly Haul
Roland Raistell
Missi
Gwendoliae
Gil Bert Snes
Roland
Gillart
Gwen Kandkerchief
Abe
Raymond
Isabel Stamover
Mr. Raymond
Gwendoline Mumon -Bense
Saya
Mraz Gilbert
Gonaln
Doi
Peter
Gilbert the Mar
Percival
Oakbank
Mya
Shurstonleigh Grove
Abs
Oilbert
Mordred Sone Dry
Yong
Mr. Lansdelt
Lansdelt
Byron
Iake
Macrings
Afra
Marrled
Relrad Lanse
Jaabe
Ronsgate
Maymond
Phing
Wat
Tie
Elie
Catalogue of World Almanac and Encyclopedia Ad
A damaged scan excerpt promotes a 195 World Almanac and Encyclopedia on sale across the United States. It notes a massive two hundred page reference with about 1 009 topics and over 10000 facts, sent by mail for gift or business use. The piece also weaves in unrelated anecdotes and literary commentary, including reflections on personal loss and various quotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United “Aces
Dr Williams Pink Pills Promise Quick Relief for Dyspepsia
A testimonial extols Dr Williams Pink Pills for indigestion and heartburn. It recounts a Dayton Virginia man who suffered years of dyspepsia, dizziness, and weak heart after late meals, noting the pills’ rapid relief, disappearance of dizzy spells, and restored strength. Sold by druggists and Dr Williams Medicine Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William
Mr. J
Dayton
Dr. Williams
Williams
All Driggiata
Dr. Willams Maticine Co
Scheiootady
Attractive Back Yards for Inexperienced Gardeners
Practical guidance for shaping small long yards with limited sun and shade. Recommend minimal hardy shrubs, a grapevine over the kitchen window, a hedge-friendly bed layout, and flowering vines like morning glories and clematis. Includes notes on planting choices and seasonal highlights with specific plant varieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bette
New York ‘Tribune
Madeira
Winde
Sur
Navelsens and the Lost Love in a Moonlit Tale
The tale follows Navelsens whose secret longing for a beauty sister leads to tragedy. A stream reveals a vision of his helmeted beloved, driving him to despair and suicide. Fairies bury him in a flower, leaving only a single white bloom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aly
Narelsgus
Ulster
Bono
Jin
Reward Promises Cure Claims in Dubious Patent Notice
An unusual ad bundle touts a $100 reward for a guaranteed cure to a disease, promoting a claimed proprietary remedy and including testimonials and pseudo medical claims. Also features poultry farming tips on sun exposure for fowls and a chiropractic note, with miscellaneous local ads for constitutional cure and anti-gripine products.
Communication Between Thompson and Simpson Raises Etiquette Note
A fragment shows Mr Thompson asking Mr Simpson to refrain from keeping pigeons on his ground and to adjust spellings. Mr Simpson replies with compliments but also requests changes to a word. Thompson rejects Simpson’s note, finding its content vulgar and unopened amid impertinences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Air
Simpson
Tails
Thompson
Worth Knowing About Allcock's Porons Placers
Fragmentary chatter discusses Allcock's as the original genuine porons placiers with imitators dismissed. A playful exchange follows about a singer Swallow and a house performance where the singer was allegedly removed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allcock
Goldan Medical Discovery Promoted In Prominent Claims
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach and intestinal disorders. It lists ingredients like glycorine and Golden Seal root and cites endorsements from medical professors and colleges to support its curative claims. The copy emphasizes relief from indigestion constipation and related ailments through this alcohol free preparation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinscots
Goldan Medical
Finley Ellingwood
Banhett Madleal College
Chlonge
Urcellant Piles
Fle
Plorcy
Galden
R. Bartholow
Jetoraon
Chicago
Autiart A. War Dok Medina
Patrerniy
Lawrence Jolngan
M.D. Mircicet
University of New York
M.D. Rahnemann Medical College
Chiceco
John M. Bondar
M.D
John Kia
Pierce
A Cheerful Letter From Mary Emma’s Kin
A cousin’s letter to Mary Emma offers sympathy for a broken wrist and urges perseverance. It contrasts war news with personal cheer, notes gratitude for small comforts, and recalls a calm, steady husband William’s supportive tone as Mary Emma recovers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Emma
Lanes Na
Mary Emina
New York
Plains
Afylen
Wiliam
Flobert
William
Coffee and eyesight claim shocks medical journal report
A Regulator Gazette summary notes cases of vision loss linked to heavy coffee use. D. A. Leach of Beach County, after months of seeing specialists, may lose remaining sight if coffee continues. The piece urges quitting coffee and adopting Postum to restore nerve strength and vitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rovieford
TIL
Tnat
Iim
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lansdet
Allan
Geatit
Pat
Mortiti
Miman
Lansdell
Relant
Alsat
Beth
Lisa
Gwendoline Tumphres
Iece
Vic
Tintha
Enders
Isinyeolt
Hee Aves
Tobs
Sid Wichard
Midland
Kansas City
Cook
Tucson
Tably
Lari
Chriathiy
Tom
Staalt Town
Minnesota
Detroit
Reo Press
Vipebody
Montie
Ita
Jo Crinven
Nalt
J. Dh Eney & CD
Toledo
O. Q Putgluts
Tey Pamily
I. W. Tie ‘Mer, AC. D
Hubert
Herce
Iby
Coffer
Inkes
Gagette
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!