Emperor of China studies arithmetic at Drexel Institute
The Register notes the Emperor of China has begun arithmetic studies and faces risk to the imperial tutor amid geometric progression puzzles. It hints at dangers around fourteen to fifteen year old girls and contrasts awareness of actions. George W. Critps donated to Drexel Institute a private collection of rare prints and manuscripts valued at $100,000 as a model for wealthy men.
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China
GeoRge W. Critps
New
Drexel Institute
The Man of Economy and Mad Field Metaphors
A terse 19th century column muses on nerves and rest, citing E M Field’s madness for refusing medicine until a doctor acts first. It questions politeness at home versus in company and notes Holmes mocked for a mixed metaphor about “young blood” near Harvard, with editors hinting at domestic secrets.
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Oliver Wendell Holmes
Dr. Holmes
Harvard College
Ben Butler and Naval Preparations Dominate New Orleans Talk
Ben Butler remains confined at home but attracting interest as naval mobilization looms. Reports suggest possible American intervention if the Montt government fails to protect the legation. Troops may be requested, with regulars scarce and volunteers possible. Social commentary contrasts updated warfare with changing times. Kate Field notes women’s evolving roles and authorship gaining acceptance. Hamilton Fish resigns as VP of the Grant Monument Association amid internal strife.
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Chillian
Montt
Debates Over Grant Monument Leaders Amid Resignations
The text condemns the executive committee's power to fill board vacancies and calls for the Grant Monument Association of New York to die amid leadership quarrels. It cites resignations of President Grace and Vice President Fish and argues for reforms, both in governance and in dynamite regulation, urging stricter safeguards and penalties.
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Grant
Grace
Fish
Grant Monument Association of
New York
The Lost Art of Roadmaking Through Roman Roads
A historical critique on road building, contrasting Roman engineering with modern United States practices. It argues English and continental progress, cites Rennie and Telford, laments US neglect, and endorses a World Fair exhibit demonstrating steam rollers, pavements, and costs to spark nationwide road advancement. The piece praises road improvements as wealth and happiness catalysts.
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United States
Europe
England
Arthur Zong
Scotland
Selkirk
Edinburgh
Glasgow
London
Rennie
Telford
Simplon Pass
Cervantes
la Mancha
Development of roads as state progress shown by example
A Chicago Herald quote asserts that building a network of good wagon roads will prove the state’s advancement and encourage other states to follow suit, illustrating how improved infrastructure signals development and sets a model for national progress.
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Chicago Herald
Taking Care of a Watch in Harper's Young People
Practical care guidance for watches from Harper's Young People stresses pocket storage and dust protection. It cautions against rough handling, moisture, and dust, advising regular winding, minimal case opening, and cleaning with a chamois. If soaked, immerse in alcohol and seek a watchmaker promptly.
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Harper
Legend of Lvoeh Siavon on Loch Maree Island
A romantic island tale from Loch Maree tells of a Norwegian prince and his wife on a secluded islet. The wife fakes death to test his love, he dies in despair, then she kills herself. Their tombstone bears a dagger hilt. Local landowners now claim burial rights on the isle, where graves rest among unhewn stones.
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Loch Maree
Scotland
London
To the Gallant One Hundred Twenty-Sixth Regiment
A Northern General at a dinner botches a toast, misnaming the One Hundred and Twenty-sixth New York Regiment. After correction he repeats the toast, and the crowd roars with merriment as the proper line is finally honored.
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New York Regiment
Twenty-sixth
New York Recorder
Possums in Old Virginna Capture Turns to Escape
A Crisfield Virginia man trapped eighteen opossums a few days ago. That same night the animals broke free and retaliated by eating all his chickens on their way back to the woods.
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Crisfield
Profitable Share Confounds Cape Breton Yachtsman
An American tourist in Sydney, Cape Breton, learns of a local money puzzle where US notes drop 20 percent in value while Canadian coins float, and American bills trade at a 5 percent premium. A barber scene illustrates the odd exchange, with a $1 yielding 1.15 in depreciated money and change that confuses the visitor.
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Cape Breton
United States
New York Herald
American National Bank
Treasury
Sydney
Tere
Pony Meat Delights Saloons In Cattlelike Roast Tale
A Wisconsin State Journal item recalls Pony Moat Joseph Trausman killing a fat pony for its hide and roasting meat. Patrons at a city saloon tasted it, praising the flavor and juiciness though noting it was slightly coarser than beef. A long-time butcher identified the meat as steer neck roast after being told its origin. The story ends with general curiosity and mild approval of horse flesh.
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Joseph Trausman
D&h
Tie
Wisconsin State Journal
Needed No Memento On Train Dining Car
A weary traveler aboard the Michigan Central seeks food but finishes by asking for forgetfulness rather than sustenance. He glances at an illuminated menu, offers a dollar to the steward, and is told to keep the menu card as a souvenir. The waiter awaits an order as the passenger leaves.
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Michigan Central
Dialogue Familiar to Mothers in a Chicago Tribune Piece
A Chicago Tribune feature narrates a mother preparing her 4 year old son for bed. The boy recounts bruises and asks how God makes things, spelling questions about Omaha and local names, and muses on whether humans are made of dirt. The mother prays, tucks him in, and the child asks about values before sleep.
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Omaha
Ora Green
Elihu Green
Tommy Benjamin
Atime
Adam
Jay
Jim
Gor
Hiamma
Chicago Tribune
Was Taking Something on the Bridge Car
A boy aboard a bridge car hid his cough by reaching into his pocket and drinking from a bottle of Acorice water. Passengers, including an annoyed man with a brown wig, laughed when he suggested medicine. The boy replied he was twelve and demonstrated the bottle. The scene reflected communal humor on public transit.
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Sonny
Brooklyn
Zola as a Collector in Paris Bric-a-Brac Shops
The French novelist Zola spends much time in Paris bric-a-brac shops gathering rare furniture and books. He does not resemble a traditional writer and looks more like a French pater familias of the middle class. He is a good father with several adopted daughters.
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Zola
Paris
Basilisk in folklore from egg of toad and barnyard cock
The basilisk is a famed medieval monster said to hatch from a toad egg laid by a common barnyard rooster. In old picture books it appears as an eight-limbed serpent or dragon, with or without wings.
New Pen Wiper and Pottery Dogs Craze
The article notes a German experiment to extend steel pen longevity by inserting the pen into a raw Irish potato after use. Potato juice is alkaline and neutralizes ink acids, slowing oxidation. It also mentions a craze for collecting pottery dogs and a crockery setter could be broken as a side effect.
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