A Remarkable Man and the Union City Impostor
A narrator recalls meeting a beguiling street figure in Union City who mimics Shakespeare and Cervantes, writing rapid snippets of verse on paper. The man, a shabby but educated vagabond, claims genuine inspiration and a secret mystic talent, while the narrator notes his charm, skill, and ultimate self-description as a remarkable man.
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Mae
Aortie
Aare
Union
Phillands
Hough
Custon
Choely
Mattell
Aod
Ee Stara
Stower's
Laas Ebelbein
Albert Prior
Angela
Panong
Pardentae
Abril
Isaae
Jacob
Ayton
Tseyad
Carol
Lempelan
Hete
Dn Fetter
Lte
Angelo
Tommat
Shakespeare
Milton
Pope
Dryden
Rane
Piuastige Eet
Echoles
Loutaville
George
Edi
Sige
Fam
Mivest School
Cervantes
Aly Shakespeare
Hackett
Sven
Old Metropolitan
Indianapolis
Wan
Charley
Cain
Dolar
Union City
Amother
Sanother
Jack
Washington's First Presidential Election and Electoral Votes
The article recounts George Washington as the sole candidate in 1789 with a sound electoral vote, detailing which states participated, the voting method, and early results. It notes New York, Rhode Island, and North Carolina abstained, and outlines subsequent elections including 1792 and 1820 with Monroe, Adams, and Washington’s unanimous vote context.
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Washington
Betas
Consti
Rhode Island
North Carolin
New York
North Carolina
New Hampshire
Massachusetts
Connecticut
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Delaware
Maryland
Virginia
South Carolina
Georgia
John Adams
Adams
James Monroe
John Quincy Adams
Monroe
Postage Stamps Demand Highlights City Letter Trade
In a Main Street stationer tale a customer asked about postage stamps while browsing stok. A woman weighed a newspaper for postage and guessed the rate, noting a one cent strap and seeking guidance on proper mailing weight.
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Main Street
Richmond Thies
Dispatch
Truth and Evasion in Truthful Speech
A reflection on silence, honesty, and the difference between truth to facts and truth to sentiment. The author argues that conveying a true impression, not just the letter, can distort or hide loyalties and emotions, warning against garbling facts to shield or expose feeling.
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Tan
Robert Louis Stevenson
No Trouble, That's a Funny House Smith
A humorous quip about a house with a billiard room and a den in the cellar. The remark attributes the layout to the wife’s idea to spare her husband from grumbling about the cellar furnace.
Indoor Gowns Turn to Warm Coats in New Fashion
New York notes a strong trend toward indoor gowns made from existing evening dresses to save costs. Designers showcase varied styles from oriental to imperial capes, with a new warm worn coat as part of tea gowns. Blouses with crystal adornments and revived ancient motifs edge into daily wear, while skirts lengthen and coats resemble 19th century street styles.
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New York
Ranch
Tate House
Fountain-Head
Studlo
Venice
Italy
Lic Clare Newspar
Smart touches that count in late 19th century fashion
The article advises tailoring cuffs to fit snugly on ready made frocks and adding removable fasteners for versatility. It notes washable white kid boots, care steps like shoe trees, and home grooming. It lists fashionable fabrics such as georgette chiffon crepe de chine and taffeta with embroidery and beads.
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Milady
Paris Neckwear Elevates High Collars For Tall Women
From Paris comes a black taf feta high collar tied in back with a flaring bow over a circular white collar. The entire piece is a fetching, stylish accessory for the tall slender woman, though high collars are not easy to wear.
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Paris
Chenille Fringed Negligee with Velvet Shawl Collar
A simple loose hanging negligee features deep chenille fringe along a large shawl collar. Japanese sleeves and wide design are paired with French rose chiffon velvet, with fringe matching precisely.
Black Velvet and Ermine: New Velvet and Ermine Dress Detail
A fashionable description highlights a black chiffon velvet frock with a high waist and long sleeves. It features narrow decoration and an ermine outline around a round low-cut neck.
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Remarkable Man
James Whitcomb
Riley
Nin
Frenay
Une
Reid
de Squito
Thad
Moore
Nett
the Man
George Washington
Paquin
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