McDills Musings on St Louis Circus Politics and Parody
J O R Print ing notes a satirical survey of circus matters in St Louis. It ridicules Republican and Democratic acts, highlights Parker as top of the pole, mocks the black and white elephants, and critiques moneyed interests, primaries, and showmanship in a caustic, period voice. The piece blends politics, showmanship, and local opinion with sharp humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker
Rothchild
Belmont
Virginia
Davis
Josh Billings
Piano Free Contest Promises Attractive Prize
A contest offers a piano valued at 350 to 400 dollars for the most popular lady in Anderson county. Entry urged now with directions to enter in person or by letter, aiming for a quick start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson County
Kansas at the World’s Fair showcases Kansas vigor and resources
Emily Grant Hutchings reports from St Louis that Kansas stands proud at the World’s Fair with thriving displays in horticulture agriculture and education. Col John C Carpenter and a capable Kansas commission guide visitors while hostess Mrs Prentiss welcomes Kansans and guests alike. The Kansas building features vast verandas a refined interior two grand pianos artists work and a day nursery. Exhibits include cement gypsum coal oil salt grain butter and corn husk sculptures plus a grain globe and a cornucopia driven by electric motors signaling Kansas capacity to feed the world. The display emphasizes the state’s recoveries and its status as a leading producer in the Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Kansas
Union
East
Prairies
Col
John C. Carpenter
Commission
Messrs
J. C. Morrow
R. T. Simons
C. H. Luling
William P. Waggoner
Commonwealth Avenue
New York
Ins
Vortland
Palace of Agriculture
Also Mentioned on This Page
Taema
Heth
Kak
Pontotiion
JO McDill
Bryan
Democratic Circus
Cane Tuaed
Promised Land
Emily Grant Hutchings
Palace of Education
Uderstand
Vaughn
Residence Telephone
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!