Velvet Gloves and a Shadowed London Pursuit
Kenrick Herriot shadows Caspar Sturge through London seeking Mildred Harden and the truth behind Norman Blythe's fate. Sturge feigns calm as Herriot tails him to Edgware Road and Waterloo before spotting a wounded clue and a possible hiding place in Monkewood Chase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenrick Herriot
Gloria Carrington
Bond
Strest
Piccadilly
Isos
Madame Carrington
Caspar Sturge
Herriot
John Banjafield
Sturge
Monkswood
London
Gloris Carrington
Someaas
Monkewood Chase
Norman Blythe
Africa
Mildred Harden
Abe Etil
Blythe
Mildred
Oxford Street
Waterloo Station
Eve Atheart
Ore Sturge
Berys Blythe
Oxford
Caspar Wiaepe
Delly Lynx
Monkawood
Edgeware Road
Gually
Milred Harden
Btorget
Edgware Road
Gloria
Hampshire
Caspar Giurgy
Bond-street
Norman
Herriott
Bondatreat
Tiverton-street
Bood‘etrest
Enser
Monkewood
Paul Blythe
Sturges
Ress
Is Church Attendance a Mockery or Honest Duty
A reader debates whether attending church to spare parents’ feelings is hypocritical. The critic argues sincerity matters, churches sustain public life, and a son should be true to himself even if it disappoints his elderly folk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ho Woree
Shakespeare
Love and social code clash in gender themed essay
A long, ironic discussion on how men and women differ in love and marriage. It contrasts male passion with female prudence, cites royal marriages and social expectations, and notes women prioritize stability while men chase romance. Includes humorous vignettes and country talk.
Oysters Served Incorrectly at Hotel Rigged Dining
A man dining at a hotel reports twice being served wrong oysters. He complains to the waiter about receiving sleven and slaven instead of the desent order. The waiter apologizes, suggesting the mistake is due to the table arrangement and a misunderstanding of the diner’s intent.
Penny tale at Niagara Falls stirs Scotsman with luck charm
A Goatsman and an American friend visit Niagara Falls. The American claims a penny thrown into the falls brings luck. The Scot asks if a bit of string helps, showing bemused curiosity about the tale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niagara Falls
Dealer Questions Housewife in Prompted Sale Exchange
A dealer taunts a housewife asking to dispose of a thing she wants to sell. The housewife confirms and notes her husband will arrive soon to join her in the decision. The dialogue conveys tension over an impending arrival and the negotiations.
Artful. Barbara’s eyesight prompts medical visit
Barbara’s eyesight grew weak, prompting her mother to take her to a doctor. The physician examined her and discussed next steps for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara
Bnera
Fragmented Local Banter Through a Village Scene
A fragmented narrative recalls domestic exchanges about gifts and marriage hopes, a humorous misreading by a daughter, and a bank visit where a Black worker signs with an X. A tourist questions where tournaments were held, only to be pointed to a different field. The tone captures rural life and social interactions with plainspoken humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cos
Farmer Brown
Also Mentioned on This Page
Epumee
Monkswood Chase
Kate
Paul
Jarred
Eney
Katie
Pant
Katiabe
James Wentworth
Enid Metis
Katie Raud
Hotel Ducal
Hector
Bjargs
Cuapar Sturge
Big Maater
Ron
Lyow
Waterloo
Pan
Chass
Caspar Slurge
Bir
Berys
Pam
George
Tic Eblur
Nurse Chester
Lady Blythe
Chester
F.D
Noveliat
Wae
Mitlechap
Abe
America
Kaiser
Walter
Tien
Tam
Haan
Mal
Breddern
Stetern
Bredern
Paron
Parwon
Jman
SAMNY
Maar
Robinson
Bank Rega
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!