Lincoln and Sumner Echoes on Union and Reunification
The Louisville Courier Journal reflection traces Lincoln's role as a Southern friend who sought Union, details Hampton Roads talks, and notes the impact of Sumner's death and Grady's later appeal. It argues sectional passions lingered yet the dream of national unity persisted through reconciliation efforts and postwar policy.
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Abraham Lincoln
United States
Congress
Bunker Hill Monument
Washington
Army of the United
Confederacy
Greely
Charles Sumner
Lucius Lamar
Grady
Louisville Courier- Journal
New Sash for Spring Skirts and Black White Fashion
Paris fashion writers note sashes return as a key spring accent. Black and white combos lead, with gray tones and white lining, while satin remains highly popular for gowns and evening wear. Tailored coats favor back buttoning and minimal blouse use, with medieval silhouettes guiding fit and belt use.
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Paris
McClure Newspper Syndicate
Lincoln's Children List and Dates of Birth and Death
The record lists four Lincoln children: Robert Todd born August 1, 1843. Edward Baker born March 10, 1846, who died in infancy. William Wallace born December 21, 1850, who died during Lincoln's first presidency year. and Thomas born April 4, 1853, who died at nineteen.
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Lincoln
Robert Todd
Edward Baker
William Wallace
Thomas
All Personal Appearance in Virginia Carvel’s Visit
Virginia Carvel enters Mr Lincoln's presence amid dialogue about a fantasy. The scene hints at social power dynamics and a charged interrogation.
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Virginia Carvel
Mr. Lincoln
Unclear fragment portrays a dramatic figure in Kentucky scene
A narrator describes a strikingly tall figure with a masklike face and unkempt hair as a presidential lookalike. The comparison to "poor white-trash farmers" in Kentucky appears, though the scene shifts to the sadness of a young rebel.
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United States
Kentucky
Curious 19th Century Stat Fragments From Across The U S
A collection of metrics and inventions cites Cleveland daily streetcar riders at one million Columbus hires laborers at two fifty per day and China imports four million dollars annually. Other items note pineapple crates shipped to the US San Francisco weather and a 1715 Boston harbor lighthouse.
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Cleveland
Columbus
China
Wavana
United States
Chicago
San Francisco
Pennsylvania
Boston Harbor
The Crisis Reflection on a Nation’s Sadness and Burden
A stark line from The Crisis laments collective sorrow and the weight of suffering carried by a nation. It speaks of deep sadness, a heavy cross borne quietly, and a world slow to understand the burden.
Quote on Fixit's Life Path Draws Debate
The remark suggests years of Fixit's efforts toward an upright life, while counterpoint notes he has not fully attained it. The exchange highlights a moral assessment of Fixit's conduct.
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Fixit
Frugal Lincoln Retired Wealthier Than Assumed
A Chicago Tribune note recalls Abraham Lincoln as frugal rather than parsimonious. He reportedly arrived in Washington with about 15000 dollars and, at his death, left around 75000 dollars per his administrator Judge Davis.
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Stephens
Mr. Davis
Mr. Lincoln
Congress
Lincoln
Seward
Washington
Judge Davis
Chicago Tribune
Talent and Genius Inspiration Quote
A concise quotation notes that talent is what a man can do by power while genius is what power enables him to do. It frames genius as a higher, expansive capacity guiding potential. The aphorism reflects a Lowellian view on innate ability and achievement.
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Lowell
High collars return in Empire era fashion surge
Desultory warnings of high collars and long plaited jabots reappear as fashion shifts. Fall observations note many women sticking to open necks but recent imports reveal high cut blouses and shirts, with velvet and velour suits paired with delicate lace or chiffon and sometimes high boned collars and plaited jabots edged with real lace.
Veil Fashion Shifts Verses in Hat Trim Designs
The veil question shifts as borders once hanging now coil around the hat crown or brim forming trimming. Ultra fashionable veils of heavy quality embroidered in worsted feature black brown blue or plum wells.
Chinese Effects Appear on One Piece Dresses and Waists
Fancy link buttons used extensively on one piece dresses and waists feature Chinese motifs. Designs include filigree balls dice cabochons dumb-bell wheels and other small shapes, with Chinese influence clearly visible in the button styling.
Embroideries in Gray Brown Green and Tan for Hats
The embroidery comes in gray brown green or tan and these wells are fastened permanently to the hats they are designed for.
Silk Waists Care Instructions
Silk waists require ironing while slightly damp to avoid a rough finish. Use a moderately warm iron with muslin between the iron and the silk. If the fabric dries, dampen with cold water and roll in a cloth, and never sprinkle to prevent blotchy results.
Gold as the Favorite Color in Fashion Trends
The article notes gold as the current favorite color prominently visible in jerseys velours fabrics and suede. It also appears in stripes plaids costumes and accessories including sweat ers scarves and other items.
Shorthorns Gain Favor Across Regions in 1916 Livestock Boom
The 1916 era sees rising demand and higher prices for shorthorn breeding stock in the United States and abroad. An international exchange of judges with Argentina accompanied a Chicago international show with about 600 shorthorn entries. Argentine buyers showed strong interest, with a top bull selling around 50 000 Argentine pesos, about 28 000 USD.
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Frank D.tomson
United States
New England
Atlantic Seaboard
Central States
Corn Belt
Gulf
Canada
Argentina
Dean O. F. Curtiss
Town
Frank VanNatta
Indiana
Robert Miller
Ontario
Buenos Aires
Pedro P. Pages
Carlos M. Duggan
Chicago
Neglect of Teeth and Glanders Warned by North Dakota Bulletin
The Clemson College Bulletin notes neglect of horse teeth causes emaciation and pain from sharp molar edges. It also covers glanders, its contagion, need for humane destruction, and reporting to state officials. A Mullin test helps diagnosis. handling requires care and veterinary contact.
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Clemson College Bulletin
Tve Stock Sanitary Board
North Dakota
Glanders Threatens Horses and Humans in Disease Warning
Glanders is described as a highly infectious disease affecting horses and sometimes people. Symptoms include nasal ulcers with blood-tinged discharge, swollen jaw glands, leg swellings, skin ulcers, dull coat, and weight loss. Nasal discharge carries germs, highlighting the risk of spreading through watering troughs or mangers and the need for careful control when glanders is in a community.
Right Feed for Pigs in Proper Balance
This note emphasizes feeding pigs correctly to avoid both hunger and overfeeding. It argues saving feed is not saving money if pigs need nutrients, and stresses that the hog must receive the right amount for optimal growth and health.
Dangerous Doors in Barn Prompt Wide Openings
In the sheep barn narrow doors cause danger as sheep rush out when opened. Rebuild the doors to create openings eight to ten feet wide for safer passage and easier access.
Preventing Corn Smut in Field Crops
Article by N B Bex from Colorado Agricultural College explains corn smut cannot be prevented by seed treatment since the disease overwinters in soil. Small plant cutouts can help for tiny plots, but large fields require crop rotation, such as sowing oats or wheat for two years before replanting corn to reduce smut persistence.
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N. B
Wool and Mutton Prices Forecast for Farms
This year's wool and mutton prices may not continue but there is a fair prospect of rising returns. A few sheep on each farm can turn rough feed into money with small labor outlay.
Handle Alfalfa Carefully in Harvesting
Advice on handling alfalfa hay to prevent leaf loss as leaves hold over 60 percent of the feeding value. Emphasizes gentler handling to preserve leaf content and nutritional quality of the hay.
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