The Rise of Jim Scruggs After a Tragic Loss
Jim Scruggs, once a carefree, humor-loving man who avoided work, faces the collapse of his family as Emma Scruggs dies from illness. The narrative portrays his transformation from neglectful husband to diligent caretaker, with his children and home finally placed under his attentive, sober regimen. It reflects on regret and the impact of responsibility after hardship.
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Onkaloona Globe
Jim Scruggs
Jim
Scruggs
Emma Scruggs
Emma
Military guard rules and sentry duties for Iowa troops
The piece outlines guard procedures for the Iowa National Guard preparing for encampment in Washington. It details sentinel orders, post discipline, reporting, salutes, challenges, countersigns, and reactions to approaching armed parties, emphasizing vigilance and proper conduct during guard duty.
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Jowa National Guard
Union
Washington
Uncle Sam
Iady
Appa New
Old Guard
A.com
Rentinel
Port Arms
Wales
Untess
Toege
Uptspatiaarae Ile
Detin
Armea Prles
Maple Leaf Route Offers Low Rates for Tours and Meetings
Angus notes Chicago Great Western Rail Way Maple Leaf Route cuts fares for homeseekers tourists and sportsmen. Low round trips on Tuesdays for settlers and special rates to Lake Minnetonka Indianapolis Buffalo and Niagara Falls with extensions to September. Promotional stops include meetings of the American Pharmaceutical Association Young People's Christian Union Keeley League and others. Ticket agents provide details. inquiries to FAM Lord and others.
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Angus
Chicago Great Western Railway
Maple Leaf
Minnesota Lakes
Colorado
Lake Minnetonka
Minn
American Pharmaceutical Association
Indianapolis
Young People's Christian Union
Grand Army of the Republic
Buffalo
Supreme Court Forresters of
Denver
Toy National
Keeley Leagu
School of Normal Methods
Amera Association of Obstetricians and Necologists
Niagara Falls
FAM
Lord
Givenger
Chi
War Time Friends Feud Between Two Veterans Ends
A veteran tale recalls Col. Tom Pickett of Pottsville and Jack Schuyler of Fallon House Pottsville. Both men claimed credit for actions in the Civil War era, with others joking that they resembled one another. Reunions turned into humor as each exposed the other's exaggerations and lies.
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Jack” Schuyler
Pennsylvania
Tom” Pickett
Pottsville
Lockhaven
Fallon House
Jack
Fallon
Tom Pottsville
Tom Pickett
Tom
Rez- Imertal
Lincoln assassination window pane mystery unfolds in Meadville
In Meadville Pennsylvania on August 13 1864 John Wilkes Booth checked into the McHenry house and after his performance the next morning a window pane bore the inscription Abe Lincoln departed this life Aug 13 1864 by the effects of poison. The glass was later framed and signed, now held by the war department with Miss Mary McHenry confirming the tale.
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John Wilkes Booth
Meadville
McHenry House
Booth
War Department
Mary McHenry
Dress and Perfume Advice for Wardrobe Harmony
A 1920s style note urges harmony between dress and scent for American women. It recommends sachets matching materials and occasions, from veil cases to slippers, with rose for linen and violet for violet themed outfits. Sandalwood is cited by authorities as a proper sachet for cloth wear.
Paris Medical Schools to Exclude Foreign Students
The article notes that Paris medical schools plan to bar foreigners who lack bachelor degrees, citing overcrowded laboratories and limited dissection space. The policy targets non BA or BS holders, affecting admissions and student mix in the program.
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Paris
Leuc? May Lead to Best Sleep Advice From Chicago Chronicle
The Chicago Chronicle quotes a regimen for improving sleep and health. It urges morning activity, moderate daytime exercise, light dinners, ample vegetables and fruit, water or fresh fruit lemonade, early bedtime, a dark quiet bedroom, proper ventilation, woolen clothing, moderate warmth, and avoiding heavy meals before sleep. It also suggests thorough toweling for chronic sleeplessness and maintaining a clear conscience.
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Leics Watch
Storer
Chicago Chronicle
American women and independent life in the Forum fragment
The Forum argues that American single women gain strength from education and independence, preferring work over marriage. It praises their serious aims and freedom in intercation, warning against pretended vocations driven by vanity or sensational aims. The piece extols pursuing universal interests beyond family life.
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Mirney
United States
Oldest House Visitor Dr Carver in St Augustine Fla
Dr Carver of St Augustine Florida is said to live in the oldest house in the United States built in 1562 and once occupied by Spanish monks. His collection forms a small museum of Florida and Spanish history with relics dating back to Moorish times a thousand years ago. A nickel slot predecessor is shown in his cabinets a machine that dropped a copper cent to deliver tobacco packages.
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United States
Dr. Carver
St. Augustine
Fla
Carver
Florida
Stec
Where Kings Are Buried
England’s royal dead of the century lie mostly at Windsor with exceptions. The Duke of Sussex and Princess Sophia rest in Kendal Green cemetery by explicit order. Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are interred at Kew. Princess Alexandra of Wales lies at Sandringham. Grand Duchess Alice of Hesse rests near her husband’s family in Darmstadt.
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England
Windsor
Duke of Sussex
Sophia
Kendal Green
Duke
Duchess of Cambridge
Kew
Princess Alexander of Wales
Sandringham
Alice of Hesse
Ege
Rmetadt
Fiat Money Goes
A 1890 contract reveals copper used in penny production in Philadelphia costs 17 cents per pound versus a pros et price under 10 cents per pound.
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Philadelphia
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