Lantern of the Soul in a Villa Tragedy
In a villa garden Young Orne faces his future after a bitter confrontation with his father. Ethelyn Hope, ward to Orne’s father, gives him a lantern as a token of a possible future. He foreshadows leaving penniless, then his father pledges support by offering Ethelyn in exchange, but the lantern then goes out amid a gust of wind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adler
Orne
Tilla
Ethelyn Hope
Ethelyn
Persiden
Pietro
Abe
Omie
Brea Bers
Bisus
Dows
Teaid Ad
Neighborhood tale of superstition and risk
In a Philadelphia Record excerpt, a woman reputed for superstition provokes gossip as a neighbor recounts a daring burglary attempt. A young man describes climbing from a twin house, entering through a window, and an exchange ending with a threat about life if he leaves, highlighting danger and local unease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tre
Philadelphia Record
Cure
Pigeon finder and a pigeon owner tale from a journal
A humorous clipping recounts a pigeon finder sending the owner’s name and address after finding a pigeon with a numbered ring. The owner complains via telegram that the bird was liberated, while a separate Japan etiquette note illustrates extreme politeness among servants and masters, ending with a courteous farewell after a clash.
Humor and Philosophy in Quick Wit and Quips
A collage of humorous reflections and puns by Duncan MST on daily life. Quotes explore cheerfulness, foolish beliefs, miscommunications, and social mores with compact, ironic observations about romance, work, and modern behavior. The piece blends light satire with a playful parade of characters.
The Power To Please Affects All Careers
A fragment discussing personal charm as a powerful factor in success across professions. It notes that attractive personalities draw business and influence, with some called lucky, but argues real magnetism comes from inherent alluring traits and heartful appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Custers
The Magician's Thumb Skill Explained
A Leslie's Weekly piece by Carter Marbourg discusses the magician's thumb as both ally and hindrance. It outlines how the thumb bends toward the palm, complicating card tricks and requiring practice in the magic school to achieve near perfect dexterity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter Marbourg
Leslie's Weekly
School of Magic
Consent Sought for Argyle Heir to Wed Untitled Woman
The third son of the Duke of Argyle sought his father in law's consent for a match with an untitled woman. The king and queen and Duke Ernest were consulted through the German succession chain. The Kaiser consulted his prime minister, the Iron Chancellor, who favored the match and approved the marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duke of
Argyle
Uke
Saxe Coburg
Ernest
Germany
Tempering Blades With Red Heat Dipped in Beef Suet
A brief excerpt explains uneven temper in Katte Blades Pocketknives and offers a method to temper hard blades. Heat a kitchen poker to red hot, touch the blade briefly, then cool by dipping into beef suet until cold. It notes some blades remain hard or soft despite attempts.
How to Express It and Local Gossip
Snippet from a social page shows clumsy dialogue about Mrs. Hoge being called Mrs. Bacon after a cure and a mistaken word about the sewing circle. The exchange reveals how neighbors refer to people by changing names due to events and a missed timing remark about a gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capper
Mrs. Dinstuore
Questioning Father Triggers Willie No’m Sullied Pride
Fragmentary quote reflects tension as Willie No’m resists probing questions. The excerpt contrasts vanity and wisdom, noting vainglorious men attract fools while parodies criticize own values.
Could Not Eat Without Suffering Could Not Eat Without Suffering
Sixteen years of distress from indigestion and liver trouble improved by Dr. Chase's Kidney Liver Pills. A Ontario doctor testifies relief after sixteen years of illness and multiple doctors failed to help. One dose led to a cure, with pills priced at 60 cents to a dollar per box and imitations guarded by the doctor's portrait.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benet
Dr Chase
Keep Children Well With Baby's Own Tablets
An old newspaper notice extols Baby's Own Tablets as a safe hot weather remedy for children. It claims they prevent stomach and bowel troubles without opiates, with a testimonial from Mrs. J J Aubrey of Quebec. It promotes ordering by mail at 25 cents a box from Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JJ. Aubrey
Colle
Tim
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brock Wille
Salmon fishing style differs from trout tactics
An early 20th century reflection explains salmon fishing requires a distinct approach from trout angling. It notes no strike is needed and a taut line with minimal angler action often secures the fish. The piece contrasts novice success with seasoned practice and cites Bramble on hooks and momentum. A banquet anecdote follows about a somber attendant and tipped expectations, illustrating social idiosyncrasies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isherian
Charles A. Bramble
Absentminded Witness Description in Old Boston Tale
A humorous anecdote recounts Ruras Choate prompting a Boston witness about absentmindedness. The Yankee pinpoints a man who checks his pocket for the watch he supposedly left as proof of being absent minded, illustrating the plodding, practical humor of New England manners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruras Choate
Boston
New England
Well known Tilbury East farmer speaks on Dodd's Kidney Pills
Tilbury East farmer William Taggart recounts a four to five year struggle with kidney trouble. After using Dodd's Kidney Pills he reports full relief after two boxes, claiming the pills cure the kidneys and all urinary complaints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tilbury East
Tilbury, Ont
Wm. Taggart
Tibury East
Dodd
Mr. Taggart
Also Mentioned on This Page
Little Lanterns of the Soul
Sidney B Cole
Sir Touchstone
Young Orne
Association
Ander
Blanktown
Japan
Duncan
Tlere
Brisk
Bismarck
Willie
DR. Chase
Corot
The
London Chronicle
New York
Navar
William Taggart
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!