Elsa Wesley the Cuban Quadroon in Immigrant Barge Tale
A Cuban quadroon, Elsa Wesley, waits in a New York barge office among detained immigrants while her American soldier husband who won her in Santiago plans a reunion in New Orleans. She recalls a seven month courtship and a cathedral wedding as she remains trapped, speaking mixed languages and describing her hopes and independence as a cook and washerwoman.
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Aquadroon
Cuba
New York
Santiago
New Orleans
Saratoga
Elsa Wesley
St. Thomas
Corporal Wesley
John Wesley
From the Seventh Mile to the Transport
Darrach trudges along on a long march toward the transport with fatigue outweighing hunger. He inventories gear weights, ponders sleep, and longs for home while imagining halts, canteens, and the relief of shore leave.
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Darrach
Curtis
Mitchell
Death of Corporal Darrach on Transport Home
On the voyage home the regiment faced a sad event as Corporal Darrach, beloved by comrades, died after a severe typhoid fever battle aboard the Eleanor. Doctors warned that time was scarce and his condition declined despite efforts, while captains and medics recalled his steadfastness and the regiment mourned his loss.
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Eleanor
Darrach
Islind
Seashore Season Intrigue Sparks Quiet Whispers
A fragment from Chicago Post and Detroit Journal scenes shows a mother praising Freddie’s health while a visitor notes his status. Laura mentions a fortune teller’s prediction of Miss Elderly’s forthcoming marriage, and a flirtatious dialogue unfolds at the seashore amid unspoken loves and match hopes.
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Freddie
Sleep deprivation harms youth and workers
Sleep starvation is a common fault especially of the young. Dancing all night and working all day is possible briefly but harmful. Those who need an alarm clock to rise are not well rested. evil effects may not be felt immediately but exist. A person should feel perfectly rested upon waking.
Brutal Captain Faces Court Inquiry Said by Philadelphia Call
The piece notes Corporal Darrach's body returning home for shipment to Philadelphia relatives. Taps and lights out mark the end of a soldier's life and death, as quoted from Ridge way D. Hall in the Philadelphia Call.
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Darrach
Philadelphia
Ridgeway D. Hall
Kitchen Tips On Frying Pan Tempers And Fresh Produce
Practical kitchen guidance on preheating a frying pan, testing heat, and preventing sticking. Paired with advice on refreshing vegetables in cold water before cooking to preserve tenderness and flavor. Mint sauce using fresh lime juice, sharp scissors, and timing tied to meat readiness.
Tommy's Experiment Goes Clockward in Dinner Prank
Tommy secretly takes Dresden clock from the parlor, places it before Miss Passee, and proclaims an experiment. After a minute and a half the clock goes and Tommy triumphs, teasing his father who doubted the clock would work. The mother and onlookers laugh at the clever escapade.
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Tommy
Tit
Miss Passee
Miss Tpassee
The Octopus and the Summer Girl Trust
An excerpt recounts an octopus figure dominating coast and land scenes while a Summer Girl Trust upends previous sea and shore rulers. The poem cites a New York Sun attribution by W. J. L. and frames the octopus as a metaphor for seasonal power.
Summer fashion notes on veils and travel wear
The Buffalo News previews practical summer fabrics and styles. White Brussels veils with embroidery are washable and durable. Poplin returns as a cool travel friendly fabric for neat gowns. Sleeves stay tight with darts and a canvas stiffener enhances shoulder width. For headwear a simple straw decorated with ribbon quills or a buckle is best for travel and weather.
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Buffalo News
Indianapolis Citizen Praises Doan's Kidney Pills
A local reader from 15 Daugherty Street claims six years of kidney pain and backache were cured by Doan's Kidney Pills. He had tried remedies before, but only this product relieved nocturnal secretions and groin pain. He endorses Doan's and notes dealers sell them nationwide through Foster Milburn Co.
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Indianapolis
C. F. Cook
Daugherty Street
Dean
Henry J. Huder
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Big Four Route Excursion Sets Sunday Program
Out-of-town excursion Sunday July 23 1899 offers one dollar round trip to Shelbyville Greensburg Columbus Ind Batesville Sunmans Lawrenceburg Aurora and intermediate stations. Special trains depart Union station 7 30 a m returning from Aurora 7 20 p m call at Biz Four office No 1 E Washington at and Union EM Bronbon A a PA.
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BIG Four
Shelbyville
Greensburg
Columbus
Ind
Batesville
Sunmans
Lawrenceburg
Aurora
Union
Biz Four
Washington-at
Union EM. Bronbon
Excursion to Dayton Round Trip From Indianapolis
Special excursion train leaves Indianapolis Union Station at 7 a.m. and returns from Dayton at 7 p.m. Round trip fare is $1.25. Call Big Four office at 1 E Washington St. or Union Station for tickets. H. M. Bronson, A. G. P. A.
Ormonde Lunch Service Details at 16 W Pearkst
A daily business lunch offered from 10 a m to 2 p m for 100 people. Ladies lunch is served on the second floor of Ormonde located at 16 West Peark Street.
Dainties for The Delegates
When Epworth League members arrive from near and far treat them with our summer bites. Reception Flakes, Chocolate Marshmal loaves, Jows, Witch Biscuits, Raspberry Bars, Iced Honey Cakes and more. Notably TAGGART LUTTER CRACKERS praised as the best. Sold by local growers of this city.
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Epworth League
Itc
Lifc
Parrott Beauty Dream Promises Lasting Skin Perfection
An 19th century advertisement touts Felix Gouraud's Oriental Dream as a harmless skin preparation that removes tan freckles moth patches and blemishes. It claims fifty years of tested safety and cites Dr L A Sayre endorsing the product while urging customers to buy from dealers nationwide and abroad.
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R. Kk
Felix Gouraud
L. A. Sayre
Haut-Ton
Gouraud
U. S
Canadas
Europe
Ferd. T. Hopkins
Great Jones St
Union Trust Company Newsheet Solicits Legal Services
The Union Trust Company advertises as BUSINESS AGENT in all capacities and offers interest on deposits paid as agreed, with principal repaid at date. It promotes all forms of insurance written in first-class companies, wills drawn, and advises on guardianships and personal trusts. Consultation invited, advice given free.
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Trowbridge
Murphy
Barnes
Reveille
Cinch
Chester
Fifth-ave
Cornell
Davison
Cheyne—Stokes
William Waison
Laura
Flora
Puck
Chicago Post
Detroit Journal
Dewolf
DeWolf Hopper
Ella Gardiner
Ida Mosher
Edna Wallace
Nella Bergen
South Alabama St
Dayton
Indianapolis Union Station
Washington St
Union Station
H. M. Bronson
Furniture and Carpet CO
South Clinois Street
NUT & Cereal Food CO
Mass
Coldewey & Co
Delaware
Knox
Dugdale
LA Belle
Illinois Street
Dainties
Taggart Bakery
the Union Trust Company
East Market Street
John H. Holliday
Henry Bitel
H. M. Foltz
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