Gothamites neglect historic New York trees in decline
A 19th century New York column laments the loss of Alexander Hamilton planted trees along the East River and near the bank, noting most have died or been removed for streets and development. Only one of thirteen remains alive as residents recall their childhood shade and wonder what will be preserved.
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New York
Alexander Mamillon
Slater
Tettlere
Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton
Amat
East River
Napoleon
France
Jerome Bonaparte
America
Sume
Runint
Washington
York
Fence Feud Sparks Ranchhouse Romance
Barbara Hilton and aunt Lettie contend with predatory cattle on the Hilton ranch while Jack Norris, Theodore Norris’s nephew, arrives to help repair a broken fence. Amid digging posts and social missteps, the pair clash then bond, leading to a quiet romance as they battle the stubborn farmer and broken alfalfa.
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Barbara
Judy
Hans
Nise Latite
San Francisco
Theodore Norris
Hilton Ranch
Wien
Hein
Mian Lere
Reid
Garden
Lettie
Uab
Eriea
Tarhara
Aunt Lakin
Wing
Chile
Cme
Wents
Dini
Jack
Norma
Norris
Miss Lattle
Maginae
Minerette
Castoria and Strange Meeting in Quiet Parlor
Fragmented OCR style prose shows a scene with characters Jack Barbara Theodore Dered Barbara Avny Teele and others debating introductions and engagements. A sense of social ritual surfaces with talk of waiting, marriage, and living arrangements amid a surreal dialogue.
Stale Bread Claim of Ancient Origin Stirs Debate
A fragment discusses a loaf of bread claimed to be about 41 centuries old. It mentions a temple at Del el Babr in Kerat and the Mayptyay explorer, with a date around 394 B.C. The garbled text references Atseaverrd and deble af the poral temple, casting doubt on authenticity while highlighting antiquity debates.
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Poral
del el-Babr
Kerat
R. Uuth
Parrot Prize Heist Ends With Homecoming in Kansas City
A quirky Kansas City Journal tale recalls a parrot owned by a woman who bartered a club prize to a bidder and later reclaimed the bird. The bird's journey included a prize, a stint around several homes, and a final recognition of its original owner, ending in a warm homecoming and a moment of sly disgust.
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Fiyeka Naciety
Parrot
Tira
Sheewan Hasieux
Vie Cave
Avogien
Kansas City Journal
Twin-faced Mandrake Unearthed in Bink Jand Farm
A medieval tale reports a mandrake root resembling a human face and emitting a shriek when uprooted. The specimen from Bink Jand is described as having two human-like torsos, remarkable in its regrowth potential and uncanny resemblance.
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Bink Jand
Murderer Kills Wife in Fort Scott Jealousy Case
Fort Scott June 1 William Myers son of a police chief shot and killed his wife on the wheel amid alleged jealousy. The motive and details remain unclear as investigators survey the scene and question relatives.
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Ecripps-M Hae Press Association
Fort Scott
Kay
Willam Myers
Jeurousy
Simeric
Not Generally Known New South Wales and Portland Note
Fragmentary notes from a New South Wales vernin with mica mention a Merrion lawn scene where 19 000 were caught and a Joaquin Miller day planned at the Lewis and Clack exposition in Portland. It cites the Hunslett engine company achieving a record by building an locomotive in 21 days with 45 drawings and a 24 time engine welsh register. Paper and floors are noted as favoring Germany amid garbled phrases.
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New South Wales
Merrion
Thera
Joaquin Miller
Portland
Miller
Hunslett Engine Company
Miss Roosevelt and Taft to Sail to Orient in Regal Style
Special to the Sun from San Francisco reports Miss Alice Roosevelt and Secretary Taft will sail for Manila aboard the Pacific Mail steamer Manchuinga or Maniehung. The article details lavish accommodations for Miss Roosevelt on deck, with a private sleeping suite, wardrobe, and amenities, and notes she will be joined by Taft and other officials aboard a grand state voyage.
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San Francisco
Alice Roosevelt
Manila
Pacific Mail
Korman
Selma
Wil Caryy
Roosevelt
Otter
Misa Roosevelt
Vart
Mahosany
Misa Koasavelta
Taft
Root
Cannons
Mies Roosevelt
Sancisco
Victor Cult
Me Metcalf
el Male
State
Penn
Pacific
Early paper floor coverings imitate wood with paste form
The article notes that these paper sheets laid as paste and rolled dry to resemble wood offer a cheaper alternative to hardwood flooring.
Stomach Aids and Panaceas Promised by Medical Discovery
An old brief touts a medical tonic claiming to ease weak stomachs without alcohol. It argues stimulants harm more than help, urging readers to seek Dr Blotes Golden Medical Discovery for indigestion, bad breath, and poor appetite, with testimonials and warnings about imitation sales pitches.
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Stata
Plorea
Blotes
Phacon
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Gothamites
Eva Dean
Napoleon Bonaparta
Egypt
the Daily Story
Arthur Renwick Olata
Orhare Hilton
Lettia
Dean
Thull
Patel
Mantelly
China
Kor Wingner
Oro
Walt
Jack Norris
Harbara
Bay
Dack
Ate
Ernila
Castoria
Duck
Teele
Chen
Barthen
Fetta
Mr. Morrwi
Mr Norris
Milan Lottia
Germany
Miss Roosevelts Boudodie
Miss Roosevelt
Huum
Pianos
Taladian Stout
Indiana
People’s Credit, Clothing
Washington St
Vonnegut Hardware Co
F. Wash. St
Indianapalis
New
Oi, Mein
Aquos Distillad Water CO
Pope Motor Car
East Antitedianene
Indianapolis
Board of School
Ofa Lock
Secord
Thomas A. Winterrowd
Tech
John & Cleland, Business
Sues Ems
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