On the Anxious Seat and Washington Society
Walter Wellman reviews political life in Washington, noting how ambitious congressmen risk reputations over trivial incidents. He recalls cases of public figures avoiding print coverage of their homes and manners, and describes the burdens of constituent service and the era’s letter writing while reflecting on class, wealth, and political friction.
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Sangremnan Andetout
Uf Taisas
Bie
Windom
Minnesota
Treasury
Chen
Toywa
Ventear
Tim
Georgia On
Congress
Tia
Wheeler
Alabama
Wheelie
Wroe
Capitol
Littin
Charlotte Crampton and the Burlesque Tragedy of Retribution
The memoir describes Charlotte Crampton, a 22 year old actress noted for beauty and stage presence, who rose in New York and Cincinnati with a burlesque version of Retribution. It recounts critical scenes, her transformation, and the dramatic murder tableau influencing later performances and reviews.
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Mackhachie
Fortuna
Kant Barat
Mackoghee
Pope
Phan Mo
Lou
Das
Almira
Miuden
Ktah
Cincinnati
Tree Reid
Charles Barris
Charley
Wood
Ispiel
Charlotte Witduson
Charlotte Crampton
Lovett
Conrae
Drentfunt
Walla
Anvers
Leanling House
New York
Reyenne
Aindia
Ein Tilia
Orelse
Bree
Taovod
Gordy
Free Library
Ole Ghd
Shelley Wees
Nazareth
Slio
Emigrants in Seattle Fooled by Bank Fraud Seek Reforms
Special correspondence describes gullible emigrants from Iowa arriving in Seattle and duped by a bogus land locator. A crumpled bank check is handed to a con man who urges investment in western lands, revealing prevalent scams preying on newcomers. The piece urges a national “fool killers” board to screen emigrants and curb such robberies, noting widespread danger to settlers and the need for protective laws.
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Ty Hogue
San Francisco
Owen W Lee
Second Street
Seattle
Tonlsings Countryton
Lowa
Cartiel
Hinds
Anm
Aml
New States
Territorion
Tawabbornl
Enle
W. C. Bryton
4 Good Combination and Office Plan for Pensions
A historic design describes a brick front building with two tenants. The larger front rooms suit a law office or real estate use while the rear rooms can serve as kitchen and lodging. Details cover stairs, a basement, penthouse renderings, and adaptable layouts.
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Aoews Tisurance
Diillats
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OUR Mutual Friend
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