Orinoco Valley Wealth and Forests Attract Prospectors
The article describes the Orinoco River’s floods and sands said to hold gold in Venezuela, noting vast alluvial plains north of the Amazon and rich nearby ranges. It compares Venezuela’s area to a combination of U S states and France, and highlights primeval forests and Indian inhabitants with abundant fruits, rivers, and fish in a climate requiring little shelter or clothing.
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Sammahich
Orinoco
Orinuc
Venezucia
Venezuela
France
Germany
Switzerland
Arkansa
Alabama
Louisiana
Good Provida
North Carolina
South Carolina
Virginia
West Virginia
Tennessee
Kentucky
Missouri
Germans Celebrate Twenty Five Years of German Empire
The twenty fifth anniversary of the proclamation of the German empire was observed with ceremonies and church services across Germany. Napoleon III’s era and the battles leading to the siege of Paris are recalled, with praise for Moltke and Frederick William. The article notes the Versailles crown in 1871 and the unity of the German states under Prussia.
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German Empire
Germany
William I
Versailles
Rhine
Paris
Napoleon III
Preneh
Napoleon
Arie Prederick Chiatlis
Crow Prites
Pederick Willie
Cgeranniv
Geo- Whuis
Vince Frederick
Prederick Willian
Funeus
le Ge Wuidred Gert
Gerneuny
Alsdex
Unis Rifles
Sbornwald
Mythical Millions Swindle Warns Readers to Beware
An article warns of widespread estate frauds promising large fortunes in foreign countries. It notes heirs, such as Anneke Juins and Trinity Chutes, are myths and stresses that no such funds exist. Readers are urged to avoid paying fees or expenses to claim impossible inheritances.
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New York
Bank of
England
Hog Killing Practices On Farms And Equipment Needs
On farms hog killing is hard work due to inadequate fences and scalding setups. Farmers use an angled barrel or tub for scalding, but large hogs require better equipment. A two pulley hoisting system is advised for heavy hogs and can be shared among neighbors.
Valentine of Common Sense Poem to a Charming Girl
A playful verse frames affectionate compliments to a beloved girl, contrasting idealized beauty with sincere admiration. The speaker revels in her grace and inner charms, ending with a tribute to the girl and the speaker’s devoted stance.
Aunt Martha’s Valentine Mystery and the Buried Secrets
A narrator recounts Aunt Martha Whitney’s two valentines dated 1840 and 1891 found after her death, hinting at a long unseen love with John. Neighbors speculated she had lovers, while the narrator preserves the memories by placing the tokens in a casket.
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Martha Whitney
Valentine
Memento
Tye
John
Martha
Nationalize Lincoln Birthplace Moves Forward
A movement aims to purchase Abraham Lincoln's birthplace near Hagdenville Kentucky to create a national park. Promoters form an association to restore the cabin and improve the farm, now in Larue County after county realignment.
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Lincoln
Abraham Linncoln
Hagdenville
Hardin County
Larue County
Relics of Lincoln Mementos Brought to Light in Museum Display
A wartime Lincoln collection at Libby Prison War Museum features photographs, manuscripts, and personal effects from Abraham Lincoln. Key items include the assassination box artifacts, Lincoln's chair, portraits, a carved walking cane, and documents from his life. The exhibit emphasizes Lincoln’s enduring legacy and the Civil War era memories.
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Volk
Philadelphia Art
Major Ro
Paneala
Bodd
Confederatis
Ny Ami
Eclention
Bat
Lincoln
Lintvoln
Springfield Library Association
Toston
Mass
Thomas Jefferson
Abe
Linecola
Hin
Gunther
Linceoln
Washington
Sind Laren
Mrs. Lincoln
Todd Lincoln
Reverener
Garten
Union
Libby Prison War Museum
Maclean
Sanitary Wair
Chen
Libby Prison
Ford
Lin
Allen Pinkerton
Gen. McClernand
Army of
Ie Potomi
Ke View
Lincely
Charles Reetor
Peterson
Baltimore
Urstrom
Lincoln's Self Control Through Inner Victory
The article recalls Lincoln as amiable and rarely angry but notes a fiery temper in youth. It describes his lifelong struggle to master anger through self discipline, presenting self control as his greatest personal victory.
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Lincoln
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