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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1900
Page
3
An American traveler avoids famed sights for weeks in Sorrento then shares a vivid tale of climbing Vesuvius. A curious American woman on the Naples train probes details from the reluctant narrator who finally confesses that his thoughts were on liars when faced with the fiery pit.
The piece describes crocodiles as the deadliest foes in the Kongo region, citing swift attacks on bathers and swimmers, with multiple tribal losses noted. It quotes Stanley on hippos and buffaloes as dangerous but crocodiles seen as the stealthy, silent threat.
A Boston Transcript item quotes Rawson arguing poetry requires brains to publish rather than genius. He says almost anyone can write poetry, implying publication reflects persistence or skill rather than inherent intellect. The exchange critiques perceived genius in poetry.
A fragment from the Roston Journal quotes a severe elderly woman remarking that some persons are born to get the new books at the Athenæum. The fragment captures a curio about reading habits and a public library setting.
A fragment from Ambrose Parey’s 1579 surgical volume describes brutal medieval cures including dislocations set with a ladder, mummie as a remedy, and dangerous practices without anesthesia. The account notes gruesome embalming methods, frauds by apothecaries, and a later anecdote about a misadventure with a clock cuckoo and a stairway accident.
A brief exchange shows Miss Summit and Miss Palisade criticizing crosity while praising generous kindness. Their banter mentions luncheon and personal generosity, reflecting Brooklyn life in a casual social scene.
A damaged ad promotes Boschee's German Syrup as the remedy for coughs and severe lung troubles. It claims success in civilized countries, relieves inflammation, aids expectoration, and improves sleep. Sample bottles advertised at Grafton Drug & Chemical Co. and Mourve & Krobyard's.
The Sexvinet agency offers 12 or 14 building lots in West Grafton suitable for homes. Each property promises a comfortable home with a small down payment, payable like rent. Also visit the Bee Hive to see white and colored silk waists and the latest belts.
Grafton and surrounding areas list circuit court dates, county officials, and railway schedules. It names John H. Holt as judge, Robert B. Phillips as president, commissioners Hamilton and Armstrong, and other county officers with train times to Grafton and Fairmont, noting regular session dates and public notices.
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