Quiet home shows cost of quiet living in a bustling family
In Mrs Turmoyle’s model home five children are raised with strict system a lesson tested by scarlet fever illness and loss. The Turmoyles contrast with Mrs Stone who pursues order at any cost, suffers tragedy, and learns that health and happiness trump mere quiet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark
Tom
Bessie
Mrs. Turmoyle
Willie Stone
Papa
Willie
Maud
Stone
Amy
Mr. Turmoyle
Tillie
Turmoyle
Vanity of Men and Pocket Mirrors in a Notion Shop
A San Francisco Daily Alta reporter visits a Kearny street notion shop where the proprietor reveals male vanity centered on pocket mirrors. He describes average men as the fiercest customers, noting many keep mirrors in vest pockets and even mock modesty about appearance. The piece adds colorful anecdotes about blush envy and a few named buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kearney
Notion
Jim
Montgomery Street
San Francisco Daily Alta
Farmhouse Anecdote With Gate Left Open and a Picnic Talk
A reminiscence from Sarah Ann Joves about a July morning's chores, a hog in the potato patch, a chase around the milk house, and a burnt bread scene. Jeremiah leaves gates open, bets a quick return, while Mrs. Gumbrel drops in to gossip about a picnic and slander risks with Brown and Jones families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeremiah
Bill Jinks
Bonaparte
Tige
Sally Ann
Mrs. Gumbrel
Irs
Jim Ins
Green
Brown
Sikes
Neseer
Jones
Stepping Stones to Success Maxim for Self Reliance
A compact set of Maxim style advice on personal conduct. Emphasizes thorough business knowledge, punctuality, self-reliance, steady effort, and patience. Advises steady progress over haste, valuing small gains and diligent use of time.
World’s largest hall at St Petersburg under one roof
Describes a vast hall in St Petersburg measuring 620 feet long and 150 feet wide. It is unbroken by pillars and can accommodate a battalion for maneuvers. Daylight displays are held there and 20000 wax tapers light the space. The roof is a single iron arch showcasing notable engineering. Keep focused and do not waver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Petersburg
Smart Desk Scheme Turns Sour in Dr Blister Home
Two men brought a large desk to Dr Blister to sell, argued over payment, and fought in the hall. The doctor denied paying either man, then quieted the dispute and gave each a quarter from his pocketbook. The tale ends with a quip about colored men's executive ability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Blister
Jim
Texas Siftings
Salt to Keep Flies Away at Smithfield Street Eatery
A Pittsburg Chronicle item describes a waiter sprinkling table salt behind the counter to deter flies. The manager claims that saline particles in the air repel pests amid scraps and dirty dishes, noting few flies as evidence.
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Smithfield Street
Pittsburg Chronicle
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