The Graves and Cilley Duel and the Derringer
A historical account of the Graves and Cilley duel over a controversy in the U S House of Representatives. It notes the Derringer used by Graves, the minutes of the investigation, and the duel's key events and outcomes. It mentions Henry Wise James Webb and the misfortunes surrounding the confrontation.
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John Cook
Henry Johns
Rives
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Ee Crockett
Messrs
Graves
Ciley
the of Representatives
House
Henry A. Wise
Virginia
New York Courier and Enquirer
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Wise
Jonathan
James Watson Webb
Cilley
Willam J. Graves
Kentucky
Colonel Webb
Mr. Cilley
Mr. Graves
Washington in His Coach and Early New York Residence
An account of George Washington's early New York life describes his carriage with ice cream colored sides, four seasons panels, and Washington arms on doors. He traveled with six horsemen and footmen in livery from Cherry Street to Broadway, then Harlem and back. He later accepted southern hospitality offers but planned a careful, polite itinerary for his journey, informing his cabinet as he departed in early April.
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Iit Certog
Eft Pelea
Katy
Dee
Cherry Street
Brooklyn
Pearl Street
Broadway
Harlem
New States
First US President Traveled in State in Bt. Nicholas
A fragmented report notes that the first president traveled in state with a small retinue including a valet two footmen and a coachman. The text compares this procession to modern leaders, implying broader ceremonial practices.
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Ela
Nicholas
Population growth viewed as state advantage in early 1800s
A New York Times note cites Malthus 1803 editions stressing the thesis on preventing overpopulation rather than earlier pessimistic assumptions. The discussion frames population as an unqualified state asset.
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Malthus
New York Times
Greater Than a King On the Mississippi River Pilot
An excerpt reflecting on a Mississippi River pilot who ruled the boat with absolute authority, the captain obeying his every move. Paine recalls a boyish apprentice rising to captaincy, the river’s vast knowledge, princely pay, and social prestige in early river life.
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Missiesippi
Missiesippi River
Albert Bigelow Paine
St Nicholas
Earthworms Seen At Night After Rain
The article notes earthworms surface after heavy rain and on warm nights. It explains worms emerge near the ground on lawns or terraces and are easiest to spot with a lantern while staying close to the soil.
Regen rere's nocturnal forage and egg belt
The text describes Regen rere prowling at night for food and returning before daylight. It notes a beltlike method for laying eggs and a gradual withdrawal of the belt as the capsule forms to protect the eggs. It contrasts North American earthworms with those in South Africa, mentioning lengths up to four and five feet and finger-thick girth.
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Regen Rere
North America
South Africa
Curvature in Plant Growth Theory Explained
The text discusses how a plant laid on its side shows upward bending as it returns to vertical. It mentions a theory that movable starch presses toward the wet side, influencing growth direction through pressure within plant cells.
Ink for Royal Writings Throughout Ancient Rome
Ancient Romans used ink of various hues for writings, with purple considered exclusive to royal decrees. It is claimed Homer’s works were written in gold on a scroll 120 feet long made from serpent intestines, but the method of preparing this ink remains unknown.
Badly Balanced and the Dutch in Limburg
A New York Post note cites a Farcesome French work Les Agremens et les Chagrins des Mariages with the first pages on joys and most of the book on sorrows. It also remarks Limburg’s province differs from the rest of Holland and Maestricht as a poor hospital area where the Dutch feel less connected than in Rotterdam and Amsterdam.
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Holland
Spital
Maestricht
Tnow
Lyi
Rotterdam
Amsterdam
New York Post
Reading of Life Timelines and Language Reflections
A fragment discusses life span estimates from dictionaries noting roughly thirty years as the historical average. A girl reports a stout lecturer who “broke English” and spoke to her class, while her father’s nationality is referenced in a brief Exchange fragment.
Yachting and Piracy in British Waters Across History
The article notes that early yachts carried brass cannon and that piracy affected British coastal waters a century ago. It mentions English yacht design aligning with revenue cutters and smugglers, with Charles White reputed to own multiple yachts, using one for speed and another as a decoy.
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England
Charles White
The Thieves Romance Quip Sparks Mock Inquiry
A clipped exchange questions the title of a story as a witty reply hints at a thief stealing back in a humorous street-side moment. The fragmentary text evokes a debate over authorship and the consequences of a playful label.
First Jewelry Store Sparks Interest in Early City Fashion
In a bygone era women showed interest in early stores as diamonds were not in vogue in that B C period. Pearls jade and coral supplied ornamentation while princes employed artisans to craft gold and silver pieces far more precious than diamonds.
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Ponaiea
B.C
Princes’ of
Diemonds
Report of condition for United States National Bank ae loana
A bank report affirms the truth of the financial statement under oath. The cashier certifies accuracy and a notary public notes the date and commission expiration, with director signatures present in the attest section.
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Yam Fonthills
Oleord
Bezen
Beal R&r. H
Hoaktoss Directors Tymrense Bate
Fragmentary Bank Ledger Entry
A damaged OCR fragment lists accounts such as Loans and discounts overdrafts furniture and fixtures cash items and revenue stamps with a total of 34 220 51. The text shows a sworn statement by a notary or official in a county setting with a commission expiration.
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State of
Yambill
Mareb
Notice of Estate Settlement for Blissbeth x White
The administrator of the estate of Elizabeth A. White deceased in Yamhill County invites all interested parties to appear in the county court at McMinnon to show cause why the administrator’s account should be settled approved and the estate discharged.
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Tima
William & White
Elizabeth
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