Richmond forty years ago and the fall of Richmond memory
A Richmond writer recalls the city on April 8 1905 reflecting on April 3 1865 whenFederal troops entered the capital of the Confederate States and Richmond burned in the retreat of Lee and Davis. The piece recounts Grant era events and Lincoln's visit, noting landmarks and changes since then.
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Richmond
Walter Giteon
Jamea
Liberty Hill Park
James River
Manchester
G Rant
Lee
Davis
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Times-Diapatch
Confederate States
South
North
Washington
New York
Danville
Appomattox
Robert I. Lee
Congress
Virginia
Gen. Ewell
Fredericksburg
Patrick Henry
Rocketts
Thomas T. Graves
Weilsel
Richsad
Intervale
Capitol Square
Devon
Parson
A. F. Shepley
New Orleans
Libby
President Lincoln
Admiral Porter
Malvern
Lincoln
Capitol
Grant
A. H. Gibson
Kirksey Endorses Sydale's Stomach and Liver Tablets
W L Kirksey of Morganton North Carolina asserts a positive guarantee with every box of Sydale's Stomach and Liver Tablets and claims family use with “boat re sults.” The Radical Remedy Company of Hickory North Carolina authorizes dealers to guarantee every box sold, via Wale halla Drug Company.
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Mr. Kirksey
Sydale
W. L. Kirksey
Morganton
N.C
Sleeping Garments in the City and Country
A manufacturer notes that in large cities most men wear some form of sleeping garments such as night shirts or pajamas, with Pajamas rising in use though not universal across the country. Women consistently wear nightgowns while pajamas gain only modest traction. Nightcaps have largely disappeared, and the old practice is fading across cities.
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New York
San
Eggs the perfect food and digestion guide
A lengthy discussion outlines eggs as a staple, versatile food. It notes eggs contain protein fat water and minerals with yolk and white providing distinct nutrients. Digestion times vary by preparation, raw to hard boiled, and advocates eggs as a substitute for meat in a balanced diet. It cites New York Tribune and recent health reports on infant deaths from food poisoning urging stricter food safety.
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New York Tribune
Spe
National Association
Chicago
State Dairy and Food Department
United States
M. Murty
Indiana State Board of Health
Hurty
America
Dr Miles Nervine Cure Appeal
An advertisement promises a free bottle of Dr Miles Nervine if it fails to help. It touts a refund guarantee for all buyers and lists numerous ailments claimed to be relieved, including sleeplessness dizziness and melancholy. The ad invites readers to write for a free trial package and diagnostic help.
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Howre
Milea
Nergino
Dr. Miles
Mica Jim
Wena
Milon Nervine A
Rules for Character Reading From Dr Roger
Dr Charles F Roger summarized ChicagoCredit Men's Association rules on reading character. He asserts signals from handshake grip and thumb pressure reveal liberalism honesty and wealth. Eye behavior eyelid shape and gaze indicate truthfulness. Facial features including lip shape and head proportions signal intellect and character, with cautions about appearances especially in women. Head held high signals courage and strength of character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Credit Men's Association
Chas. F. Roger
Chicago Record-Herald
Dr. Roger
Mortgaging Prospective Crops in the South
William J Curtin reports from Alabama on cotton finance and the common practice of mortgaging prospective crops to pay for supplies. He notes landlords provide farming needs on share or tenancy, charging against future proceeds, creating a cycle where tenants expend all cotton value before harvest and never gain. The habit is widespread among white and Black planters and tenants and is described as vicious and ruinous yet broadly accepted.
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William J. Curtin
Chicago Record- Herald
Alabama
South
This Editor Had Been There
The writer, a farmer editor, recalls years of farm life and labor from plowing to harvesting. He celebrates rural toil, from corn and potatoes to cut weeds and fence fights, ending with a call for fellow feeling toward farmers.
Averages of Europe Revenue List
A readied survey shows revenues for European rulers led by the ruler of Russia at 12 million dollars and the King of Italy at 8.21 million. Other monarchs include the Sultan of Turkey at 7.5 million, Emperor of Germany at 3.8 million, and the King of Belgium at 100 thousand, with many smaller sums listed for Hungary Austria Spain and Portugal among others.
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Europe
Cent
Russia
Sultan
Turkey
Emperor
Germany
Austria
Hungary
King
Italy
Bavaria
Spain
Saxony
Vortugal
Wurtemburg
Gravce
Holland
Servia
Rouania
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Old Richmond
H. Gibnan
Kirksey
Weill
Seneca, S. C
Fdr
General Merchandise
Seneca
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