Fragmentary reminiscence and a memoir of an asylum escape
A blurred reminiscence recounts an asylum setting with a patient Mathews and an orderly. It details an escape attempt using a passkey, a struggle at a doorway, and the narrator’s collapse, followed by recovery and notes on handling patients and security. Also includes a separate feature about New York mush diet and notable patrons, mixing recollection and anecdote.
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Sonia
Tahal
Mathews
Maury
Goll
Sam
New York Morning Journal
Hbo
New York
Statland
Oalting Company
Ohio
T Jay
Gould
Deen
Etta
Gage
Ger
Spivola
Haute
Henry Clewn
R. Hutch
The
Stock Exchange
Joaning
de Witt Talmage
Aeood
Nasasu Street
Henrry Ward Bedcher
Talmage
C. A. Dana
Prime
Gris ii
Cde
Faraillar
Ind
Apotljed
Weigatha Romanieefon
Beeta
J. Weller
Teit & Weller
HS. Hoy
Morea Springer
Howelt Parana
Ciaflin
Sonig
Stiraerios
A Lovers Quarrel and Wedding News from Pekumet
In Pekumet a gossip mill fizzes around Lilian Bourne and Gilbert Dawson as engagement rumors swirl from Miss Lorinda Larkin's tea party. Lilian confronts sorrow and then declares love for Gilbert, leading to an impulsive plan and a bold marriage match that unsettles the town.
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Halen
Lilian Kourne
Grandpapa
Lilian
Lorinda Larkin
Dover Tient
Miss Lorinda
Pio Ligos
Agar
Mira Dorinda
Medbury'a
Dresarmakers
Aunt Liddy
Congervatory
Mrs. Medbury
Lily
Mins Lorinda
Gilbork
New York
Mies Larkins
Anya
Mina Bourne
Aire Dareling
Saya I
Saya
Eassis Rorassett
Creeter
Rafe Darthes
Nayal
Kerridge
Jehu
Toyo
Polonia Johnson
Pekasset
Tong
Miss Hourne
Squire Rufus Darling
Gilbert
Snay
Ayrstead En Lonney
Ois
Dawson
Mia. Dawson
Lilian Hourne
Parson Pyne and the Lady's Symptoms Mistake
Parson Pyne once visiting Mrs Squire, famed for needless illness, learns her health is fine. She tricks him by calling in Katie, who appears healthy, exposing the parson's misunderstanding of symptoms and leading to a lifelong caution about medical sympathy. Edmunds remains to wait at his home in Washington.
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Father Riordan
Chicago
San Francisco
New Branswick
Chisago
Murphy
Webb
Oliver Northcote
Stafford Northcote
Edith Fish
New York
Washington
Mra
Northcote
Algerica
Blond
California Street
John W. Mackay
Europe
Senator Edmunds
Burlington
Molighta
Renda
Wowllinige Beach
Staten Lycal Sound
N.Y
Ginge Julya
Judge Brown
Woodbridge
Suillont
Nuother
Dickinsey
Texw
Campbell
Middlesex County
Stowe
Joni Foster
Mr. Stine
Neal Dow
Boston
Sin
Niigara
Vr. Power
Garfield Memorial Church
Fife
Sunday Mercury
Parson Pyne
Tnat
Aick
Squire
Katie
Chuliy
Jesus
Edmunds
Houe
Bloody National Guard Massacre Depicts Grim Battle Scene
A garbled 19th century report describes a massacre or clash in New York and mentions regiments marching, crowds, and a chaotic battlefield with heavy casualties. The dispatch references streets like Park Row and Fulton Street and a grim, thunderous scene witnessed by bystanders and officials.
Funny Smoking Car Tale Sparks Mild Rail Humor
A Philadelphia Times reader recounts a humorous incident on a New York to Washington train via Philadelphia. An old gentleman in the smoker demanded quiet as a young railroader puffed a strong pipe, prompting the offer of a Cuban cigar. Pat, the Irishman, declined to smoke on Sunday, easing tension as the car shifted away from the odor.
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New York
Washington
Philadelphia
Havana
Yonle
Pat
Philadelphia Times
Derby Hat Swap Aboard Ferry Causes Laughter
Two middle aged men aboard the Jef Liberty steamer exchange white Derby hats after a mistaken identity incident at 4:15 on Friday. Each eyeing the others hat, they realize the other wore the wrong Derby. laughter erupts among passengers in the ladies' cabin as the hats are swapped. The men acknowledge the mix up from Hoffmann House earlier that day.
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Jef Liberty Steunt
Ammunipaw
Jusius
Hoffmin House
New York Sun
Wood Finish and Various Preparations for Wood Surfaces
A historical notice describes patented preparations for finishing wood surfaces before garnishing. It lists polishing, gloss, and toning methods using substances like wax, oils, and chemical dyes, detailing mixing ratios and application with cloths, sponges, or brushes.
Amateur stain formulas for wood finishing and aging
The text outlines various methods to stain and age wood using natural extracts and chemicals. It describes preparing oil finishes, achieving a mahogany appearance, and applying multiple coats for depth. Recipes include oxalic acid solutions, potash based mixtures, and plant-based stains to mimic aged wood tones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Exhibition displays loom across vast canal side plan
A Baltimes American correspondent reports massive 19th century exposition near Amsterdam drawing praise for grand Indian Hindoo style arches and elephant sculptures. The vast complex includes a sixteenth century inspired museum building and a million flower beds, with colonies wing and extensive pavilions, promising a grand showcase despite mixed attendance.
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Baltimes
South America
Europe
Winchell
Aisflind
Rijk
Holland
Rembriant
Ander
Linmenge
India
Todiga Park
Boudinas
Cain
Payil Jong
Cafe Ofer the Petit
San Francisco
Cals
Ine
Washington
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Waapmon
Theodore Thomas
Sgea
Saicago
Mary
New York Lite
Piletiste
Catheron
Tivinly
Mra. Dawson
Mrs. Dawson
Abe
Chek
Men. Dawson
Mexico
Aldridch
Diamond
Masxivo
Ble
Mr. Dawson
Mexicol
Filbert
Darlin
Marling
Darling
Chile
Lin Year
Gobert
Gilbert Dawson
Louisville
Third Street
Miln
Market
Fifth Street
Jefferson Street
Green Street
Do & Breinéas
Tekeno
Watts
Bo Hughes
Leisgill
Bat Barh
Anderson AL. Wadhlel
Dick Watts
Kel Highies
Gambbl
Tein
Canada i
Thessa
Frydy
Lonsida
Wieligifon
Astor
Tran Barclay
Fulton Street
Lowey
Park Row
Willlam
Wall
Tad
Vane Toole
Henan
Sonny
Ani
Annial
Nehauil
Ludie
Verekery Verekor Lina
Langely Furton
Jeune Parvera
Newport
Chasis
Te Aummier Hotel Praprutori
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Lear” Lowell
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