The Slavery of the Match and Odd Natural History
A fragmentary nineteenth century style text discusses the trivial power of a match as a social currency and symbol of comfort, then shifts to an original natural history note by Rev. Samuel Peters describing the Connecticut River gorge and rock formations where waters rise and limestone forms a smooth current.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peerty
Hoowill
Prairle
Helle
Hirself
Samuel Peters
Ein
Yohime
Connecticut River
Long Island Sound
An Indian Fable About the Axe and the Wood
A woodman carries an axe into the forest. The trees plead for mercy yet acknowledge the blame lies with the wooden handle that drives his work. The woodman admits temptation and blames the tool, while the trees warn that no foe is scarier than a renegade spirit.
Wouldn't It for You Quote Inspires Cartoonists Tale
In a late night chat W C Gibson and cartoonist Opper hosted Junichepa at Lensonhurst. Postprandial cigars sparked laughter as Opper teased Gibson over a puppy tearing a hat. The moment became comic fodder, later used in Opper’s Now Wouldn't It for You? series in Everybody's Magazine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Gibson
Puck
Junichepa
Opper
Lensonhurst
Mr. Opper
Mr. Gibson
Gilson
Tenve Qypner
Maine
Everybody's Magazine
Sindbad Prototype and St Brendan Legend Summary
Sindbad tale linked to St Brendan legend of voyage to a fabled island. Mentions May 16 Brendan day, Easter rituals, and historic references. Includes a Denver rail fare note and a job ad fragment from Allegheny to Salisbury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sindbad
St Brendan
Kerry
St. Brendan
Adun
Sally
Angela
Gish
Jaseon
Eder
Spain
Portugal
Tris
London Chronicle
Private property trespass penalties and notices in Pennsylvania
The fragmented text outlines legal penalties for trespass on private property, detailing fines and costs recoverable by the county, plus procedures for prosecuting offenders. It also references various notices and governmental sections, and shifts to travel and publicity items about tours, rail services, and newspaper promotions without clear, cohesive narrative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cis
Esseel
Sale of Bible Sone books at publication houses
Fragmentary notice notes sale of Bible Sone books with payment and mailing terms. Readers are instructed to accompany orders, with copies available at an office. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fay
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Denver
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Grand Apric
Order of Eagles
Antheopathic Association
Agus
South Diamond Street
Allegheny
J. C. Moore
Salisbury, Pa
Wanton
Godfrey Marshalls
Rocky Mountains
Inisinea
Pacific Coast
Yellowstone Park
Portland
Great Preserve
Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
C. Stdd
Hastern
Miftte Avenue
New York
Hugh Hassan
Baltimore
Mad
BLM
Newbold
Southeastern
Washington
Wien
United Stat
Indiana
Bwo
Armstrong County
Kittanning
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Brockville
Blairsville
Tieentinai
Badiana
Butler
Domosylvania Railroad
Covania Railroad Company
Asbury Park
Ashbury
Seu
Willitans Telephone
John J. Anthony
Punna
W. S. Daugherty
Philadelphia St
Indiana, Pa
Vogel Bros., Merchant Tailors
North Sixth Street
Lockard
Indiana County
M. Lockard
Penn’a
Widdowson & CO
Indiana Steam Laundry
Dy M
Cunningham Block
Philadelphia Street
S. V. Dye
Enos Widdowson & Co
Wet Gu
W. Whee Felt Alson
Strang Ld Bank
Pittsburgh
Bank For Savings Ing
Equitable Life Assurance Society
The
Equitable
the Equitable Life Assurance Society
S. W. Guthrie
Penna
the Foundry Department
the Machine Shop
West Philadelphia Street
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