Muddy Escape From Roatran River Teal
Four travelers from Roatran Brittany two young ladies and two men American and Enaghah faced a rising tide and became stranded in the river channel. They chose to wade ashore with the ladies riding the gentlemen's backs through thick mud and shell deposits, then struggled along a Breton path to reach a hotel two miles from town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enaghah
Roatran
Brittany
Washington
Atwan Pot
Terra Firma
The Modiste of New York Society
A Philadelphia Times account of elite New York fashion circles describes Madame La Modiste and her inner exhibition room. It notes discreet access, the password ritual, and the immaculate private fittings where custom bonnets and robes await discerning clients. The piece highlights the modiste’s authority and artistry shaping high society style.
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New York
Ton Connonsenur
Costamera
Aventy
Tuates
Meana
Indien
Ammaaive
Madame Ten
Madea
Boquet
Madame
Madame la Modiste
Philadelphia Times
Old Federal Party Dress and Democratic Fashion Shift
An 1800s portrait notes gentlemanly costumes with powdered hair red velvet caps and silk stockings. It contrasts Federal style with Jeffersonian change as pantaloons replace queues and barber shops reflect political shifts in Washington.
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Congress
Federal Party
Jefferson
John Jay
Peter Varley
United States
Sdes
Goodrich
Washington
Apd
Madison
Dagger
Connecticut
Stockton
New Jersey
Jim Madison
Kidney Diseases Remedy Promoted as Cure All
Kidney diseases afflict many and grow, but virtues of Kidney-Wort are claimed to check and quickly cure. Those who rely on nitre and similar tonics are urged to try this great remedy and be cured.
Missionary Boxes Bring Aid and Humor From Rich Churches
Wealthy congregations send clothing and supplies to distant missionaries. A Philadelphia church learned a wife needed a wooden leg for a Northwest missionary's wife, sparking a charity drive that raised over 150 dollars for fitting in Chicago. The tale highlights careful sizing and thoughtful gifts shaping winter Line sewing efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far West
Northwast
Philadelphia
Chicago
Westward Duty and Changing Ranks in Frontier Terms
A Denver group recalls a Scotch traveler who finds Western life fixes rank differently. Once West of the Missouri a brevet may follow him, but locals grant him a fixed title based on status rather than prior miles. He becomes known as Judge after a misfit promotion tale.
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Missouri
Roper
Denver
Chicago
Omaha
Harper's
The Monkey and the Hawke Tale From a French Château
A trained monkey plucks partridges for a French nobleman. It hides a second feathered target after a hawk steals one, then outsmarts the predator by presenting two birds to its master with a triumphant display. The cook’s reaction remains untold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Do a Favor to a Sick Friend Kidney-Wort Endorsed
Advertisement urges sending Kidney-Wort to friends with kidney disorders claiming great tonic power. It promises quick relief and cure, asking readers if they have tried it and suggesting a charitable act to ease sufferers.
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T Nor
Tae
Mana
Lincé
Wells, Rickaddoon & CO
Propristora
Warlington
Abrnes
Gow Biades
John Barnes
Rockford
Winnebago County
H. F. Brammer
Wee
Eno
Dan
Santorp
Broadway
W. Sanford
M.D
Forward & Gleason
Moline
Ill
Forward
Leason
Bury
Victor
Scourer
Barnard & Leas Mio. Company
Moline, Tol
Meane
Paqtemberr OF
Victor Smotter & Separator
Barnard's
Barnard
Barnard’s
Eureka Flour Packer
Mattison
Society
Modistes
Cings
Wililiers
Wade
Eureka
Bran Packer
Thos. Yates
Hancock
Mack
Rock Island
Hull Bros
Moline, Bill
Rock Island County
Wall Street
Baxter & O86
Bankers
L St
Plano CO
Eee T
the Monkey
the Hawke
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