The White Ship Tragedy and Prince Williams Death
The White Ship disaster charts the voyage of Prince William son of Henry I aboard the ship bound for England. Aboard with him were nobles and his sister the Countess of Vermandois as they voyage across a moonlit night. The ship strikes a known reef and sinks with most aboard perishing, only a single survivor the butcher of Thanien. The king's court learns of the tragedy through a terrified page who delivers the news, shattering Henry I’s grip on power and inspiring poems by Hemans Ruskin and others.
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Saudi
Catia
Willm
Henry Ton Norman Klasit
Biv
Matilda
Hit
Tewag
Machda
Paby
Manetou
Winsell
Henry
Willhin
Larfleur
England
Prince Willian
Willy the Prince
Tlehandy
Countess of Verehe
Aml
Thomas Finstepten
Fephen
Cle
Miezstephen
Thanien
Wola
Venus
Belicia Hemans
Dante Gabriel Russetti
Renana
Tour
Thrift and Witty Sayings From a Strange Exchange
A young man quotes quirky lines about thrift and effort while discussing fitful plans. A judge urges self reliance and warns that misfortunes stem from faulty judgments. The passage names Washington and Marchioness de Lambert in a fragmented dialogue reflecting old moral musings.
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Marchioness de Lambert
Strife in Washingtons Cabinet Splits Early Years
In his first term President Washington faced cabinet clashes as Jefferson, Hamilton, Knox, Randolph and Adams pressed rival visions. Disputes over policy and personalities, including Hamilton and Jefferson resignations, tested harmony and the administration's cohesion. Nicolay notes Washington maneuvered to fit voices to roles amid deep principle and power.
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Washington
Jefferson
Franklin
Hamilton
Knox
Continental Congress
Edmond Randolph
Imfergun
General Knox
Adama
Adams
Tielen Nicolay
Century Magazine
Black Birch Trees And Their Wintergreen Flavor
A fragmented notes piece describes black birch trees as a source of wintergreen flavor used in chewing gum and candy, and mentions its sap brewing a drink called birel beer. It notes the tree’s smooth bark, dark brown hue, yellowish catkins in spring, and wood valued for furniture.
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Jane
Joss
Pirot Carpets Describe Serbian Industry Icon
Pirot famous for carpets with blue red designs dominates Serbian homes. The Bela Balkans industry relies on private houses and state factories while craftsmen claim unique colors and durability. Turkish theft and Persian trade influenced but Pirot carpets retain distinct qualities and pricing.
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Pirot
Balkans
London Chronicle
Airblues Missing From Chairs Stirred by Household Letter
Ultra Practical. A husband reading a long letter to his wife Mad writes and signs, then expresses doubt. Little Eley enters the parlor and notices the slip coverings removed from the furniture and exclaims that someone has taken the airblues off the chairs. New York Globe.
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Eley
New York Globe
Sunday After Church Hat Session Reflected In Family Talk
In a fragmentary feature, Mabel critiques the social hat session after church while a father figure considers attire and decorum. The dialogue hints at family tensions and priorities over appearance versus duty.
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Mabel
Opportunity Beckons Youths to Seek New Store Jobs
A Youth's Companion note urges workers to pursue new employment if the next block store has left the wage-earning post. The piece signals changing shop prospects and prompts readers to consider opportunities beyond their current employer.
Dorchester Claims Best Preserved Roman Amphitheater
England's Dorchester houses a highly preserved Roman amphitheater with capacity over 10 000. In 1700s crowds gathered to witness the burning of a woman who had murdered her husband. Dorchester dates to ancient times and later figures in notorious local history.
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England
Dorchester
Cote Freys
Asia
Miles' Medical Laxative Tablets for Children Endorsed
An advertising piece promotes Miles Medical Laxative Tablets for children. It touts candy like chocolate flavored tablets, easy administration, high palatability, and claims of relief from constipation. It promises a money back guarantee if the first box fails and lists price and distributor details.
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Elkhart
Ind
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F. C. B. Maywood, Hil
American Can Company
Chicago, I
Times
Wisconsin
Webster
NEW International
Flindere
Hepes
G. Merriam
Springfield, Bas
R. J. Strauss
Warshfield
Prince William of
Washington Su
J.rufus Wallingford
J. Rufus Wallingford
Wallingford
Moving Picture
Charles Sty
the Adler
Lyman Elhowe
California
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