Remarkable Dwarfs in History and Their Famed Tales
A survey of famed dwarfs from Marco Polo’s Tartary account to 19th century Europe. It covers Meer esha and Fatima, Sir Geoffrey Hudson, Therisa Garsizan, Wybrand Lokis, Prince Odobi, General Tom Thumb, Lavinia Warren, and Mite and Lucia Zarate, noting heights, weights, lifespans, and notable exploits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Marco Volo
Tartary
Ar. Crofts
Crofts
Ceoffry
Barbary
Theresa
Garsizan
London
Wybrand Lokis
Prince Odobi
Dresden
Tom Thumb
Charles S. Stratton
Bridgeport
Conn
England
Buckingham Palace
Paris
Missa Lavinia Warren
New York
Lucia Zarate
Mite
Lucia
Zarate
Madison Boat Ride Prompts Gentlemen and Ladies Outing
At the Wisconsin State University two pairs of students of different genders plan a moonlit boat ride on a lake near Madison. The outing is described as part of co education and a charming evening in the university setting with tokens of courtship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Wisconsin
State University
SCHOOLS YOR PRIMA DONNE
The article discusses American singers seeking European study, with sums paid to famous artists and the costs of education abroad. It notes many train in Europe while some stay home in Philadelphia, citing teachers like Maretzek and Bristow and the Leipzig Conservatory as options. It outlines a six year study path, habits for vocal health, and dietary/physical cautions for singers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Arno
Milan
Paris
Catalini
Albani
Italy
Vienna
Brussels
Lonon
Sontag
Nileson
Patti
Lucca
Malibran
Leipzig Conservatory
Conservatory
London
Mme. Ricci
Mme
Knox
Grand Opera Houra
Steinway Hall
Jima
Tony Ha
Max Maretzek
Carlberg
Bristow
Ernani
Mme. Siler
Philadelphia
H R Stevens
Columbas
Jeao
New Itiga
Fantuonl
Anthons
Delaware
Qrinaul F Anthon & Sons
Anthot
Cincinnati
Popular Ballad Fame Found in Simple Songs
A Chicago Tribune piece notes that simple popular ballads like Mollie Darling sell better than sophisticated compositions. It recounts Dexter Smith’s Put Me in My Little Bed and lists copy counts for various enduring tunes, noting public taste favors plain, catchy verses over refined artistry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monse
Anei Aomeish
Mollie
Dexter Smith
Getleman
Boston
Laa Simner
Tardie
Raipe
Mole Darling
Wil S. Heys
Danka
Father
Evangeline
Nora O'Neil
Sweet Genevieve
Times
Chicago Tribune
Alimony Without Divorce in San Francisco Legislation
The San Francisco Bulletin reports a new law allowing a deserted wife to claim alimony without divorce. The first case, Eudora Virgiyis Smith v W F Smith, seeks support for herself and child from Santa Clara County to present the claim's facts and timing. The description notes misconduct and paternal abandonment alongside the child’s status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Oman
A Profitable Journal: Sun’s Rise Under Dana and England
A historical note recounts the Sun’s revival under Dana and England, expanding its circulation from 48 000 to 112 000 daily, with 130 000 issued for a year. It details management changes, debt levels near 185 000, and shifts in staff including Amos J. Cummings and Dr. John B. Wood, while noting earnings and expenses in a challenging early period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun
Old Moses Beach
Bennett
Iar
Sewing Maida
Associated Press
Dana
Bynington
Ignac W. England
Mr. Dana
Mr. England
England
Amos J. Cummings
John B. Wood
Cummings
Wood
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Meeresha
Fatima
Meereshal
Geoffrey Hudson
Charles I
Oakham
Duke of Buckingham
Sir William Davenant
Popular Music
Detawane, O
Gilead
Moline Plow Company
Moline, Illinois
We Tao
Mark
R. K. Swan
Geo. Stephens
C. W. Lobdell
Germany
Carthage
Mieroslawski
Tn Cyst Pie
Mags
Stevens
Regan
Margery Wells
Eures
Lear
Henderson
M. D’s
H. R. Stevens
Boston, Mass
OUR Lady OF Angels Seminary
Lyons, Iowa
Sisters of Charity
Fulton
Lyons
Iowa
Masane
Ak Pals
Atrone
The
Moline PL Cultive
Walking Cultivator
OW Company
Moline, Olinois
Moline Manufacturers
Dimock, Gould & CO
Imoline
Illinois
Moline Iron Works
Williams, White & CO
Mole
Gost Mocks
Grar
Mda
Comtag
Spetans
Frenga
Mere Mill
Dufourlleys
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