Extravagant College Life Debated by Princeton Panel
Dr Henry Burchard Pine, Princeton dean, warns that college social clubs offer benefits but risk lavish living. He notes 260 university chapter houses worth about 5 million dollars, funded by graduates, while Princeton of 70 funded a dormitory and meeting rooms for diverse clubs. He emphasizes graduates must later hustle and learn frugal living, balancing comfort with economy.
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Henry Burchard Pine
Princeton
Alma
Bgag
Lfe
Impromptu Appreciation on a Green Mountains Stage
Will Carleton, travelling by stagecoach, joined a literary talk with a wealthy farmer who quoted Carleton’s verses. The poet revealed his identity, then the farmer challenged him, saying if you never know half as much as Carleton, you’ll know twice as much as a fool.
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Will Carleton
Green Mountains
Cameron
Modern Jeremiahs and Views on Democracy Across Nations
The piece contrasts Russian autocracy and Canadian scholar Goldwin Smith on American democracy. It cites a Russian grand duke doubting peasant self-rule, empress fears of liberty, and Smith in Toronto lamenting presidential elections as national agitation. It notes shifts toward electability over merit and the diminishing weight of state origin in choosing presidents.
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Russia
America
Canada
Goldwin Smith
Toronto
Ppomnt
New York
Ohio
Mr. Smith
The Value of the Classics in Early American Life
A fragment reflecting on half a century ago shows letters praising classical study. A devout mother urged her son to read Plato and Herodotus and warned he must learn how to die, alongside a strict note against wasting his two dollar monthly allowance on sweets and trinkets.
Plucky Local Figure Wins Neighborhood Praise
A Detroit Free Press item lauds a man described as plucky and capable, noting he has pluck and has impressed everyone in the neighborhood. The feature highlights his character and the regard he has earned from residents.
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Detroit
Preas
Irritating iteration noted by Philadelphia Press
Quoted from the Philadelphia Press complains about repetitive remarks and the urge to restrain needless repetition. The piece humorously cites a remark about prudence and intelligence and comments on proper phrasing.
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Philadelphia Press
The Duke case and other odds and ends
A summary of assorted satirical notes and remarks on current affairs. The piece mentions a New York bandit, police counterplay, Mormon practices, the beef trust, a physician’s view on tonics, Mrs. Chadwick and emeralds, opals, and a cautionary note on franking privilege abuses and town lot mailings.
Morgan Buys Leopold Share in Chinese Railroad Project
J Pierpont Morgan acquires King Leopold's stake in a Chinese railroad venture. Leopold's deal is described as fair with no ill consequences. In New Jersey a rug valued at 100000 dollars was burned in Otto Kuhn's home, leaving him to replace the costly floor covering.
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J. Pierpont Morgan
King Leopold
Leopold
Otto Kuhn
New Jersey
Mr. Kuhn
Italian Father Accused of Abuse in New York
A New York father faces severe charges after beating his child and kicking the half-naked youngster into the street amid reports of near-fatal injuries. Police say the incident sparked outrage and a wide public outcry for justice.
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New York
Question on Ditot’s counsel about superiors
The prompt asks what superiors should do if gentlemen follow Ditot’s rule. It treats superiors as same class as gentlemen, implying they too are expected to act with deference, lead by example, and maintain propriety within hierarchical norms.
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Ditot
Company Claims Gold From Sea Water Promise
The story describes a firm proposing to mass produce gold from sea water, with initial public interest limited to a few grains of common salt. The report notes skepticism about the feasibility and practical hurdles of unlimited gold production from seawater.
Young Contest Winner Secures 5000 Prize
A 25 year old man wins a story contest prize of 5000 dollars. The write up notes the winner’s elation and compares the value of the feelings to Carnegie’s wealth, highlighting the significance of the moment for the young author.
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Carnegie
Senator Clark Buys $20000 Worth of Art in New York
At a New York sale Senator Clark of Montana purchased art valued at $20000. He notes the works are good since several bidders with apparent knowledge joined spirited bidding against him.
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New York
Clark
Montana
Lincoln aide unsured when Lincoln spoken famous line
Mr Hay, Lincoln's private secretary and editor, cannot locate a record of Lincoln uttering the epigram You can fool some of the people all the time and all the people some of the time but you cannot fool all the people all the time. He doubts it printed in Lincoln's lifetime and notes many notable sayings came from offhand conversations.
English Travelers See Appeal of American Independence
An English observer notes rising English visits to America, citing close continental travel costs, Americans’ self sufficiency, and admiration for independence. He warns that Anglophiles must earn respect rather than look down on Americans, who value frankness and candor.
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Englih
Forestry bureau tests claim potential value in weed varieties
The forestry bureau conducts tests to show that many so called inferior weed varieties may be as useful as previously prized species. The work aims to reveal better and inferior species and assess their lumber value and potential for larger production.
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Forestry Bureau
National Bureau
Winter Up This Way In Winter Mountain Home
A nostalgic note from Youth's Companion describing winter scenes and community cheer. People clear roads beyond Five Corners, share letters and books, and enjoy apples and fruit as they reflect on hope, peace, and summer visitors.
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Dorcas
Abalones, Old Jones and a Vacation in Laguna Cave
Jennie Ratcher and Harrison take a seaside vacation at Laguna near the beach bounded by rocky cliffs. Old Jones warns them away from southern rocks as the couple seeks abalones while Jones obsesses over the tide and fate.Jones is found at cliff edge and dies. the couple contemplates trust in luck and inheritance as they depart for a funeral.
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EE Toro
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Jennie” Ratcher
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Old Salts at Moorings Describe Snug Harbor Reverie
Three veteran captains, their brows bandaged in tribute, recall fifty two years at sea and plan calmer futures at Snug Harbor. The ex lecturer seeks marriage while their rooms echo memories of a globe trotting life and the pull of the verdant grounds.
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