Thanksgiving Surprise Reunites Long-Lost Son With Mother
Mary Ann Robb, poor and aged, fears the poorhouse on Thanksgiving Eve as debt and hardship press. John Harris, a Dakota traveler and former orphan, arrives with supplies and warmth, revealing a long‑lost son’s return and promising a future of comfort for the elderly mother.
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Johnny Harris
Mary Ann
John Mander
Mrs. Robb
Johnny
Mary Ann Robb
John Harris
Dakota
Mother Robb
Thanksgiving Turkey Tips From Early Advice Column
The article counsels selecting turkeys by smooth black legs and soft spurs, a flexible end to the breast bone, and plump white flesh. It notes preparation and stuffing steps, then links Thanksgiving to charity and the Christmas spirit.
Freedom's Day Reverence and Valor in Soldiering
Veterans' Corner recalls a Freedom's Day with praise for those who sacrificed for liberty. It honors noble deeds, courage, and allegiance beyond crown, urging successors to sing of their patriotism and transmit liberty to future generations.
Army food allowances compare nations in wartime study
An officer's figures compare rations across nations, arguing better food improves fighting. Japanese troops enjoyed meat and rice, while Russians had sixteen ounces of meat and many troops relied on rice. US, French and Italian rations reached twenty-two ounces of bread and meat, with the United States uniquely using beans in daily diet.
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United States
Commissariat
Lord Russell and the Washington Dollar Across the Atlantic
The London Chronicle recalls Lord Russell's American tour with Lord Coleridge. While walking with Mr. Evarts, Russell hears a tale that Washington once threw a dollar across a stream, prompting Evarts to suggest it was a sovereign crossing the Atlantic. The exchange highlights playful boasting about early feats.
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Lord Russell
America
London Chronicle
Lord Coleridge
Mr. Evarts
Washington
Lord Rusesil
Atlantic
Armies Expensive Finance in the United States Army Costs
The United States army, limited by law since 1874 to 25,000 men, costs over 50 million dollars annually with higher totals projected. Breakdown shows pay, sustenance, clothing, ordnance, medical supplies, horses, arsenals, quartermasters, post maintenance, West Point, troop transport, and War Department expenses.
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United States Army
Treasury
United Army
United States
Congress
Ordnance Department
West Point Academy
European armies dwarf the U S force in standing strength
The article compares national armies across Europe, noting Russia with over 800,000 in peacetime, Germany and France about 560,000 each, Austria 360,000, Italy 260,000, England 199,000, and Spain 100,000 excluding Cuba. It argues the United States bears a heavy military expense abroad, while even Portugal has 20,000 and smaller nations exceed the U S army in manpower.
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Washington
Russia
Germany
France
Austria
Italy
England
Spain
Cuba
Europe
United States
Portugal
Holland
Denmark
Belgium
United States Army
Geman
Goose and hawk rescue reveal old Louisiana well tale
A Civil War era Louisiana well near Mount Lebanon, Bienville parish, became a pitfall. A goose vanished, hawk sighted the well, and returned with the goose and a snake. The hunter Mathews killed the snake and hawk, salvaging the goose. Also noted are passages about Archibald Forbes and Prince imperial from historical reminiscences.
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Louisana
Mount Lebanon
Bienville Parish
Louana
Matthews
Snob Encounter Revealed In Private Bank Office
A canvasser for a leading publishing firm recalls entering a private bank office where the manager, after learning the canvasser’s purpose, calmly instructed him to leave. He added he meets many gentlemen weekly and can afford to meet a snob occasionally before departing.
Novelty Silver Ornaments Grow In Favor Of Fashion
Jetty-sticers available in gold mustache combs and brushes mounted in Roman colored gold. Gate purses in gold and silver now come with chain and hook. A gilding over silver called rose gold is a new feature for purses and bags. Present dress styles demand gem-set ornaments to enrich attire.
Flashes of Fun in a Whimsical Exchange
A quirky dialogue features Howso boasting about doing best work in heat and Cumso predicting a bright future. It slides into courtroom wordplay with a judge and a policeman, then shifts to a playful exchange between Jack, Tommie, and Sammie as they discuss gloves and a humorous remark about being a pair of kids.
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Mother Robb
John
Philadelphia
Jack
Tommie
Sammie
Fragmented 19th century ad text on medicines and auctions
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Hostetter's stomach bitters claims and a laxative product. The text also notes a Victoria engraving and a recent horse auction in Chillicothe bringing 89 each. The passage reads like a collage of medical testimonial, product pitches, and auction tidbits from a historical newspaper.
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Mia
Robb
Ace
O&e
Bonnyay
WS Aglasermn Auanksgiving Torgey
Veterans
Fancy
Imperial
Archibald Forbes
Prince Imperial
Napoleon III
Woolwich
Sedan
Rex
Napoleon IV
Victoria
Chillicot
Hoods
Hood
Hall’s Vegetable Sicilian
SAMBA
Tan
Ess Seh
Lee Oa
Inneapolis
St. Paul
Pei
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