Leaving Paris During the Siege 1870 Diary Excerpt
Excerpt from a diary dated October 21 1870 records the writer’s push to evacuate Americans from Paris under Trochu Favre negotiation. He describes meetings in Trochu’s salon and the eventual agreement for a departure date October 27 with a cavalcade of Americans and a Russian party using passes and military escort.
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The Modern Bobs and the Old Time Coasting Fun
A nostalgic look at how young people in Blankville enjoyed hill riding on single sleds and two sleds, with stories of village sled makers, communal rides, and the thrill of speed. It notes dangers, social rituals, and the rise of coasting clubs in cities.
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The Rev Arthur Cleveland Coxe Bishop of Western New York
The Episcopal bishop Arthur Cleveland Coxe of Western New York is described as a strong conservative figure devoted to his church. He opposed Buffalo cremation plans and published writings and letters on Anglican Catholicity and Rome. Born May 10, 1818, he rose to bishop in 1865, served during the Civil War, and declined a pastoral staff honor.
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Logan epitaph praised for guarding soldiers interests
Recalled from memory, Senator Logan chose his own tomb epitaph. He once told a Kansas Ottawa audience that after death he wished the line: Logan made it his business to look after the interests of the soldiers.
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The Senator Who Will Take the Place of Mahone
John W. Daniel is slated to replace Mahone in the United States Senate on March 4. Born in 1842 in the Lynchburg district, he is a tall Virginia politician and former Confederate soldier scarred by Gettysburg. A noted lawyer and author of several law books, Daniel has ties to federal figures and delivered the Washington Monument dedication address.
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Palace cars in American railroads reveal costly executive perks
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