A Southward Letter and Christmas Cheer Notes
A long letter from Jacksonville, Florida recalls a family move south in December 1884, describing the new home, climate, local produce, river fishing adventures, and daily life. The piece also offers guidance on arranging a Christmas tree and notes on local customs and generous neighbors. It closes with a scene about Christmas issues and magazine recommendations for January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orange Grove
Jacksonville
Fla
Lititz
Shenandoah Valley
Pap
York
Baltimore Washington
Richmond
Savannah
Fernandenah
Quantic
Sea Island
Virginia
Tennessee
Georgia
South
Rome
Atlanta
Grand View Hotel
Didim
Jacksanville
J. F
Junior
From Trades to High Office in Illinois and New York
The piece notes that many leaders began in humble trades such as blacksmith, tailor, bookbinder, or shop clerk. It highlights Illinois Governor Palmer and a central Illinois circuit judge formerly a tailor, plus Thomas Hoyne once a bookbinder. It also mentions Erastus Corniaz of New York starting as a shop boy after limited labor ability.
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Germany
Lancashire
Devonshire
Yorkshire
Switzerland
Suffolk
Glastonbury
Joseph
Arimathea
Simon
Stylites
Jesus
Sweeden
Senator Wilson
Massachusetts
Thurlow Weed
Stone
Town
Stephen A. Douglas
R. Harding Davis
Frank Lee Benedict
Josiah Allen
Bayma Feller
Chas, J. Peterson
Chestnut Street
Philadelphia
Palmer
Ilinois
Macoupin County
Illinois
Thomas Hoyne
Erastus Corniaz
New York
Albany
Orderly Habits Shape Future Men and Women
A look into a boy or girl room reveals character. Neat habits like hanging clothes and tidy beds predict success, while sloppiness suggests poor future discipline. The piece argues neat rooms and self care prevent unhappy outcomes and marriages.
Thoroughness and steady work for youth
Emphasizes continuous practice and persistent effort as keys to success. Warns against sporadic work and urges biographies of successful people to inspire children. Discusses tobacco industry concerns in Pennsylvania regarding a spring treaty and potential duty changes affecting seedleaf and Cuban cigars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Louisiana
New Orleans Exposition Opens Under Edmund Richardson
The New Orleans Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition opened December 16 with ceremonies led by President Edmund Richardson. The event showcases cotton processing, machinery and national exhibits with Mexico and Central America prominent. The fair grounds cover over sixty acres with multiple buildings and outdoor displays, and Richardson is praised for guiding its expansion and prestige.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur
Washington
Hichardson
New Orleans
Esposition Company
Congress
Horticultural Hall
Exposition Park
HExposi+tion Company
United States
Mexico
Central America
South America
Europe
Asia
Livestock Department
Richardson
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Walter H. Buch
Broad St., Litita
Havin
Shultz's
Shultzs
Gundakers Old Stand
North
Queen Street
Lancaster
A. R. Bomberger
J. M. Khiper
N. Queen Street
NEW Post Office
Sphotacles
Serabet
Belles Parkone
Meike City
von Pant Glaesen
Doctor Brown
von Neteall
C. H. Brown
West Orange Steet
Havgenoauperlor
J. X. Quigley Co
Harekisburg
Lutile
Jyiety
L. B. Herr
MiQueen &T
COAL
D&c
HESS
Eh, Snyder
Jersey
Morris River Cove
Morris River
Mic
Mike
Marvel Lko
Kate
Sue Maxton
Gay
Old Maid's Hall
Kittie Moore
Barnes
Dorset
Matthew
Mark
Luke
John
Kernel
Sweden
Svala
Proedor
Styrk
Calvary
Boston
Italy
Spain
Hungary
St. Gertrude
Freyja
Diana
Ovid
Phrenological Journal
Connecticut
Zenna
John Bright
Robin
Chicago
Dro Lewis
Bismarck
New York World
Amy Diehm
Reuben Diehm
Amy
Fanny Light
J. F. Srurais
Peterson’s Magazine
MEN OF the Hour
ARES
Edmund Richardson
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