Noted Actor William J. LeMoyne Passes Away at Old Age
Veteran actor William J. LeMoyne born in 1831 in Boston died in New York after a long career on the American stage. He served in the Civil War, rose to captain, and returned to theater after recovery, known for a wide range from Hamlet to Deacon to parts in Saints and Sinners and Swe Lavender.
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William J. LeMoyne
New Yoo
Montson
New York
William Yj . Moyne
Ile
Booth
Forrest Etcher
Paris
Toe
Lemoyne
Dick Phenyl
Deacon Hy
Mr. TeMoyne
Boston
Portland
Howard Athenaeum
Bost
Massachusetts Volunteers
South Mountain
Dar
Laertes
Up at Hiram's A nostalgic visit to the old homestead
A People’s Home Journal poem recalls Sunday visits to Hiram’s farm. The speaker longs to ride up with friends and family, share simple meals, light a pipe, and enjoy kinship, crops, and the carefree youth of bygone Sundays. The piece evokes rural smells, fields, hogs, and laughter.
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Hiram
Iliram’s
People’s Home Journal
Spirit of Pali Avenges Lovers On Hawaiian Crater
An Englishman Cramp ton on a Hawaii voyage falls for Emaline Brickwood and faces a choice between his homeland and a tropical affair. The legend of the spirit of Pali foretells vengeance when a wrong is done, and the lovers flee toward the sea as the mist and shadow pursue them.
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Crampton
Brickwood
Devonshire
Elysium
Kamehameha
Oahua
Newauna
Pali
England
Emaline
Pacific
Alpha Nue
Road That Made History and the Old Southwest Trace
A century ago America eyed Spain and war over the Mississippi. Fort Adams led a sacred post road through eastern tribes from Nashville to Natchez via Colbert's ferry and New Orleans, shaping commerce, religion, and military movements before railways and settlers shifted movement away.
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America
Southwest
Spain
Mississippi
Washington Wilkingon
Fort Adams
Big River
Nashville
Buffalo Trace
Tennessee
Colbert’s Ferry
Mussel Shoals
Big Black
Natchez
New Orleans
Walnut Hills
Tobias Gibson
Lorenzo Dow
Old Hickory
The Bravest Person I Ever Known
A doctor recounts a prairie girl in college who learned courtesy and consideration. A loyal friend helps her grow, proving courage in quiet acts. The tale, amid other bits from Youth’s Companion, invites readers to judge and reflects on everyday bravery.
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Constance
Alice
Doctor Dillingham
India
Mother
Queer Problems of Law and a Twin Heirloom
A Blackburn case presents a centuries old legal puzzle. An English man leaves Australia property to the son who first reaches age 21. The younger son emigrates and turns 21 first due to Australian time, while the elder remains in England. The question asks which brother is legally entitled. The issue remains unsettled.
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King’s Bench
Victoria
Blackburn
Australia
England
Antipodes
Greenwich
Man Adopts Complex Inheritance Case After Bar Admission
Gilman Marston of New Hampshire bravely takes a civil suit on a tricky inheritance point. He studies authorities back to Julius Caesar and presents a lengthy argument. The judge, though interested, admits difficulty understanding the plea and considers abandoning the case.
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Gilman Marston
New Hampshire
L. A. Wentwroth
Boston Herald
Julius Caesar
Grandfather's Clock And The Lifelong Bond
The poem portrays a grandfather clock that towers over a shelf and marks ninety years of a man’s life. Its steady ticks and willingness to be wound reflect devotion, memory, and the moment of the old man’s passing. Henry C. Work.
How We Knew Dialogue Between Newitt and Plane
Newitt recalls Dr Pendruss as a very learned man who spoke to Plane briefly. Plane notes Pendruss was talking to Newitt long enough to make him tired. The exchange centers on recognition and perception of the scholar.
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Tropic Isle
Blue Pacific
Newitt
Dr. Pendruss
Stannard
Young Prince Charles christening noted
The christening of the infant son of the Prince and Princess of Wales is special since one name given him is Charles. He is the first royal to bear that name since Bonnie Prince Charlie.
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Prince Charles
Prince and Princess of Wales
Charles
Prince
Bonnie Prince Charlie
Was It True Love or a Prank at the Banter
A Houston Post item recalls a playful scene where Willie sat on a tack placed in a chair, causing no harm but provoking laughter. The incident centers on a couple’s exchange about true love and the unexpected chair prank.
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Willie
Houston Post
It would be strange if the company a man keeps knew him
A wry reflection on how a man’s associations reveal character and reputation. The line hints that others who surround him would recognize true nature, implying social judgment based on company and conduct.
Gentle glimpses of a kinder side of Russian peasants
The piece contrasts harsh views of Russia with scenes of charity among Russian villagers. It notes alms given in the name of Christ, beggars accepted with quiet piety, and bread shared to help the needy, even toward enemies in wartime, showing rare moments of shared humanity.
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Russia
Biv
Christ
Bar
Cheerful Leader Plans Busy September with Family Care
A cheerful matron outlines a busy September schedule attending to family needs. She jokes about managing relatives andhospital visits while coordinating care for her mother and cousin Etti. Her tone stays upbeat as she references helping Frank with his dental work and moving eyes for minor treatment.
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Mrs. Rideout
Anna
Frank
Ann Greggson
Etti
Tor
Gaddie-Crittick Dialogue Confusion Deepens
The fragment shows a nimble wordplay exchange where Gaddie-Crittick and De Riter clash over who is deeper in interpretation. The back and forth suggests a playful but tense debate about meaning and depth.
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Neal
Fragmentary Note with Odd Phrases on BF Trained Bulldog
A mangled text fragment appears to reference a brother, a bulldog, training, and unclear remarks about intelligence and Cleveland Leader. The readable parts are incoherent and do not establish a clear event or人物.
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Heo Hadin
Cleveland
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