Whittier and Washington in the centennial review
A humanistic critique of Whittier and Washington’s centennial speeches. The review praises the oratory, notes Whittier as a leading abolition voice, and argues the era’s peace faded the old fire in his later work while commending the overall constitutional reflections in New York and national commemorations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gey. Lee
Virginia
New York
South Carolina
Washington
Oratur Yany
Harrison
Stenzas
Whittier
Letter Prom India and Life in Calcutta Climate
A traveler describes Calcutta heat and monsoon storms, noting mosquitos, elephants, and monkeys while detailing daily routines, servants, and race attitudes. He recalls the climate as oppressive, praises a comfortable coach and dining rituals, and mentions business gain from a rink venture in India before planning return to London or South America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pbadon
Tharen
Tharan
Seach
Calcutta
Rubins
Kansas
Jevel
America
London
South America
Ridgeley
India
Inia
Ridgely
Hanny A. Sporons
Regents Seek Strong Leader for State University
The Fort Scott Monitor reports that the chancellor and regents are considering a capable, highly accomplished leader to head the state university. Senator Moody preferred discretion, but regents agree on finding a trustworthy executive to ensure a university worthy of Kansas. Citizens are urged to support the regents in their duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moody
Kansas
Fort Scott Monitor
Debutantes and Royal Etiquette Lessons in London
An English noblewoman trains debutantes in courtly carriage and curtsey, including posture, steps, and how to greet the Queen and royal family. The piece notes practice halls, dress, and ticket etiquette, with remarks on American pupils and English societal behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Took
Munis
Sanny
South Dee
Frederick
Madame
Pall Mall Gazette
Russia’s police power described as invasive and paternal
A Century magazine excerpt contrasts Russian governance with England and the United States, arguing the state treats citizens as wards. It cites officials controlling every aspect from travel to education, medicine, and even residence, implying pervasive imperial authority and permission dependence. The piece also recalls a Bismarck anecdote and Honolulu Almanac statistics on Hawaii’s diverse population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lta Representativon Therg
Russia
England
United States
Mosou
St. Petersburg
Kainehatha
Pably Tasteagtien
Minister of the Interior
Uuet Osuianth
Poole
Piermission
Spencer
Empire
Russian Empire
George Reagan
Century
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the Journal
Lawrence, Ken
Lawrence
de Pane
Lawrence Republican
State Journal
Lawrence Journal
Waa
JocuMar
Inti
WANE
Pilancuine
BCA
Lawrence ‘Cribyne
Telegraph
Joverno
Cartier
Grseless
Presion
Adilrese Fe
Lawrance
Bar
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Oklahome
Kingfisher
Cleverany
Oklahoma
Depew
Wall Stree
Kansas Meany Teesurance Company
W. Winder
Turis
D. W. Wilder
Peti Ferner
Mus LC
Kecroua
Wllice
Kellogg
Kanans Bit
Emporia
Prom India
Fon
Joxi
Mooor
Linn County
State University
Bombay
Ostend
Belfin
Li Hi
Corea
Wie Czar
Vale of Cumberland
Victoria
Humover
Wiliam IV
Skeep W. H. McBryor
A. F.C. Tanner
A. T. Wichell
West Fifth Street
Kaness City
Clothiers
Barnaby Betding
We &C
Kansas City, MO
James E. Dennis
Monacer
Bismarck
Prince Bismarck
Piers
German Empire
Hohenzolleren
Honolulu
Hawaiian Kingdom
Ice Ice Ice Eidemiller & Co
PE and
ASAE
Furnishers
Patuturk
Tre
ASD
Ete
Ate Lawrencr Gas and Electric Company
Ffier, Pany
Great South American Medicine Company
St. Vitus
South American
Cbawfordstille
Great South American Medicine Co
Lorian
A. Hanne
Trons
Montgumery Co
Folamen Rand
Society of Frivods
Af Buriington
Saga
Heranse
Elike
ST. V Crawanadsvtlle
Ind
Tus
Crawvordeville
Vitus
Cous
Tony T
Mia
State of
Trama
Font County
Wasuay
Duvall
KE Hall
Waynrtown
Ad Cine
Filla A. Bratton
New Rows
Indiana
J. Brown
Elina
Geo. Ieis Brug Co
Raymond & Dick
B. W. Woodward & Co
Kimball Iron Works
Kimball
New Hampshire
Pinckney Streets
Lawrenge
Doctor Whittier
Ninth Street
Witeomisters
Kansas City
Dr. Whittier
Vty
Spain
Kansad
Mel
Ache
Elpad Forer
Consolidated Barb Wire Co
Kanssa
Kilis
Lawrence, Kas
Khaston*clark
Vumas
Walnut Street
Barnes
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