Henchard’s rise tested by promise at Casterbridge
Elizabeth Jane and her mother, Mrs Newson, seek their Henchard relation in Casterbridge. They learn of his mayoral status, wealth, and abstaining reputation as they observe the town dinner and a mysterious northern visitor sending a note to the mayor, hinting at a future turn in their search.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weydon Priors
Henchard
Henechard
Susan Henchard
Elizabeth Jane
Newson
Stch
Father
Richard Newton
Michael Heathard
Won
Formity
Mrs. Newson
Casterbridge
Ivy
Golden Crown
Elizabeth
Mr. Tenchard
Solomon Longways
Christopher Coney
Longways
Henehard
King of Prussia
Prussia
Sealing Letters From Ancient Rings To Modern Envelopes
The article traces sealing methods from ring seals using clay and wax to wafers under the First Empire and the rise of gummed envelopes after 1810. It notes production growth, including Hill and de la Stue's folding and gumming machine, and reports on soap disinfectants by Dr. Reithoffer with effectiveness against cholera but not typhoid or other bacteria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis VI
Italy
England
Edwin Hill
Warren de la Stue
Paris
Reithoffer
The Judge Adds Ten Dollar Fine to Verdict
A courtroom exchange shows a judge imposing an extra ten dollar fine after a defendant's attempt at levity during the trial. The Villain responds with a sharp remark as the exchange underscores the case’s tense mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiianapolis Journal
What is a secret in a playful exchange
In a short Detroit Free Press vignette a girl defines a secret as something very interesting that nobody has ever told anyone but that everyone knows. A second brief note from Tacoma Ledge mentions a man named Tom breaking an engagement after his father offered money to marry Marie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nan
Detroit Free Press
Jack
Marie
Tom
Clarence Bolton Meets His Fate
A tale of mystery and mistaken lineage unfolds as Clarence Bolton learns his father Cloud murdered Nellie Gould’s father and the killer’s name was changed to Seex by his guardian. Clarence confronts family secrets after a secret betrothal to Nellie Gould.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence
Creation
Cloud
Bolton
Gould
Mr. Seex
Hidden Promise of Love and a Beggar’s Return
A man hides a long lost tie to Nellie Gould, sending $1500 to enable her marriage. Fifteen years later Nellie, now Mrs. Elliott, runs a thriving Elton shop with three children. A beggar visits, seeks Clarence, and a hair clippings reveal a chilling connection as a body is found. The tale contrasts differing tastes and parental expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence
Clarence Bolton
Nellie Gould
Elliott
Elton
John Elliott
Ife
John
Also Mentioned on This Page
Redrad
Richard Cloud
Eve
Kent
Nellie
Mrs. Gould
William Seex
Rip C Rys
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!