A Novel of the Second Administration of Washington
Review covers Dr. H. Weir Mitchell and his new Philadelphia set tale Rene de Courval amid 1792 Philadelphia life with Jefferson, Hamilton, and Washington. The book blends historical detail with adventure including a voyage to San Domingo and a duel, though the plot is steady rather than thrilling.
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René de Courval
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René
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Ferrero Bids Modern Read On Roman Graft
Signor Guglielmo Ferrero at Columbia University translated the corruption of Rome into modern terms. He described the Roman uxuria as a drive to augment personal luxuries and pleasures and the avaritia as greed to accumulate money, linking ancient vices to current European and American society.
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Signor Guglielmo Ferrero
Columbia University
Signor Ferrero
Europe
America
Romans and modern luxury across generations examined
An essay contrasts Roman and modern indulgence, noting rising ambition and the pursuit of wealth as drivers of progress. It discusses luxury’s social and political entanglements, fertility concerns, and the shift in domestic life as women influence households while maintaining spiritual bonds.
My Next Imitation A Literary Vaudeville Turn
Franklin P. Adams presents a literary vaudeville piece titled My Next Imitation. It satirically touches on Christmas story writing by Rex London and others, including H sh ra T g0 O H my M y E W lk as F mn, in a playful critique of theatrical pastiches.
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National Delusion on American Women’s Status, Vorse Says
Mary Heaton Vorse in Appleton's argues that American women are the most indulged yet lack real economic power. She contrasts German hausfrau wealth through household management with French women as partners in business. Vorse suggests American men operate without women’s counsel once work begins, blaming women for this state of affairs.
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Two Worlds of Blackwell's Island Chaplain Says
Chaplain Beard of the City Home on Blackwell's Island criticizes both ignorant outsiders and visitors who assume institutional life offers full comfort. He notes inmates crave friendship and purpose, citing basket weaving and wood carving as uplifting work that also provides small earnings and preserves self respect.
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Blackwells Island
Blackwell's Island
Blackwell’s Island wards share, eat pie, and sell wares
Chaplain Beard notes inmates rarely work due to infirmity and dependence on visitors. He says money earned by some is shared with those unable to work, including tobacco for others and records for the phonograph. Sale proceeds totaled about 125 dollars as visitors buy wares.
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NO 6 Pattern Noose Cape For 1 Cent
The cape pattern No 6196 offers a noose cape for 1 cent in various fabrics incl rose broadcloth satin or velvet. It requires seven and a quarter yards of fabric and three and three quarters yards of banding. Pattern mailed from New York Tribune Pattern Department with required address and a two cent stamp for expedited mailing.
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Attorney General Jackson Improves After Typhoid Fever
Albany December 16 report shows Attorney General Jackson with typhoid fever at Albany Hospital somewhat improved after a night in critical condition. His temperature peaked at 105.6 degrees earlier.
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Albany Hospital
Wealthy Christmas Gifting Customs In Elite Circles
The article outlines how rich families parcel gifts for kin and inner circle, from handmade keepsakes to lavish items. It notes the burden of gift lists maintained by both genders, varying lists for partners, employees, friends, and dependents, and the high costs that can reach thousands.
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Army and Navy Notes on Pay, Moves and Vessels
The Tribune reports Navy clerks at Brooklyn and other yards being underpaid. Hearings push for raises from 8 to 10 percent and a proposed increase to raise the 1500 dollar level. Navy and Army orders list transfers including Crampton, Finley and Hains. Warship movements note arrivals at Colombo, Mare Island, Panama and Norfolk with several vessels sailing from Boston to Buzzards Bay.
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Leba non Arrives to Aid Yankee Recovery Effort
The Leba non naval collier arrived at Penikese Island near the sunken Yankee to bring equipment from Charlestown navy yard for the attempt to raise the ship. Additional compressed apparatus arrived from New York and work was set to begin immediately.
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Tests for Marines Officers Set in Executive Order
Washington announces physical tests for Marine Corps officers to be conducted annually. Field officers must ride nine miles in three days, captains and lieutenants must walk fifty miles in three days, with twenty hours of actual marching time. Some senior officers may be excused if never to be assigned to active duty, but that exemptions blocks future promotion along certain paths.
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Commander Rust Reprimanded For Naval Duty Neglect
Washington December 16 Secretary Newberry reprimanded Commander Aras tead Rust for neglect of duty during a court martial sentence. He was charged with allowing the van to run on a shell in the Delaware River.
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