Hunger and thirst physiology and odd anecdotes
The text explains hunger and thirst originate in the stomach and blood vessels, with examples from diverse cultures and animals. It notes how some beings drink or absorb moisture without water, and describes sensory idiosyncrasies, smells, and heat or cold effects on taste and smell, ending with a quoted Hartford Times note about counting words in a Genesis chapter.
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Prairies
West
Zoological Gardens
Regent’s Park
Among the Esquimaux on Alaska’s Point Barrow
A (dated) account paints the northern Alaska coast as flat and marshy with mosquitos and a sizeable Esquimaux settlement at Point Barrow. It notes survival practices, tent types from whale ship sails, driftwood structures guiding ducks, and widespread rifles. It laments civilization’s toll, including rum, disease, and walrus depletion, foretelling starvation among the people.
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Alaska
Cape Lisbourne
Point Barrow
Esquimaux
Circus Visit Sparks Spillkins Banquet in Austin
During a circus stop in Austin the Spillkins family hosted a banquet for visiting relatives from Farmer Beegum's clan. A colossal cake, as big as a large cheese, became the centerpiece and sparked a playful moment when Farmer Beegum offered to cut it before carry ing the cake to his wagon with Mrs. Spillkins smiling.
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Austin
Spillkins
Farmer Beegum
Spillkinses
Mrs. Spillkins
Texas
Prize for Genesis Word Count Awarded in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia paper offered twenty dollars in gold to the writer who could reproduce the most words from the first chapter of Genesis within a circle the size of a silver quarter. The prize was won by Mrs. Lillie E. Wood of Hartford. Mrs. Wood accomplished the feat, though the excerpt ends here.
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Hartford Times
Philadelphia
Lillie E. Wood
Hartford
Why Babies Cry A Humorous Take From Texas Siptings
A lighthearted Texas Siptings piece argues babies cry from lungs not mischief, noting cries mirror infant development. It jokes about colic, pin dangers, and a German doctor claiming infants are deaf before several months, suggesting ear trumpets for new parents.
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Texas
The Court's Mistake and Odd Tales of Judges
A collection of old anecdotes about judges from Illinois and New Hampshire, including a juror who declared he was the judge’s ally, a freeholder qualification quip from Tioga Agitator, a New England stock scheme tale, and a note on coin mutilation laws.
Pleurisy relief with St Jacobs Oil reported
Mr. R. C. Moore of Vernam & Co., 34 New Street, New York, was almost instantly relieved of severe pleurisy pain after using St Jacobs Oil. The remedy acted like magic.
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Brooklyn Eagle
R. C. Moore
Messrs. Vernam & Co
New Street
New York
St. Jacobs Oil
Immense Dictionary Project Gathers Steam in England
The plan for a great English language dictionary began about twenty years ago with English scholars. Dr. Murray was appointed editor in 1876 and vast volumes were handed to him. By 1879 nearly 1,000 scholars read and note sources while 361000 slips reach the editor. The workshop is in his iron garden building with over 1000 piceonsoles. The dictionary will surpass Webster's abridged several times. Prof Cromwell is said to be cured of rheumatism by St Jacobs Oil.
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England
Murray
Defiant Defendant Brawls With Judge in Jail Trial
A massive accused felon, after being moved from jail to the Justice's office, rejects counsel and declares he can defend himself against a dozen police. He challenges the judge to step outside to prove his claim, citing his own prowess over the officers. A physician endorses Dr. Guysett's Yellow Dock and Sarsaparilla as a tonic and blood purifier for female complaints and general weakness.
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Teaus Siftings
It May Not Be Pleasant to Contemplate Wires
The Graphic warns that touching a live electric and telephone wire could knock a man senseless. The Boston Post adds a humorous jab, saying after ten minutes of talking you hope fate hits him, implying irritation with a loud or foolish caller.
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Boston Post
Siz
Hum
Rural Home
Aixin Camber
Howe Jovanar
New York
F. M. Lupton
ParkPlace
The Conductor Recommends Tar Syrup Cure
A Winona report from November 29 1879 recounts a conductor who suffered a severe cold and hoarseness. After taking White Wine of Tar Syrup his voice returned within a day and the cold nearly vanished, praising the medicine as the best remedy he ever used.
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W. Wannex
Chicago
Northwestern
R. HK
Carboline Hair Restorer Praised For Silky Look
The soft and silky appearance given to the hair by Carboline the natural hair restorer and dressing is now improved and effective and has drawn general remark from observers. Sold by all dealers in drugs.
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Calisaya
Caswell, Hazard & Co
New York
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