Newlight on a Famous Tragedy by Elmo Scott Watson
The essay revisits Abraham Lincoln's assassination and the Booth case, noting the famous misstatements about Booth's death and the enduring fascination. It surveys sources, including Wilson’s account and the 19th century myths, explaining how truth and legend blurred over time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmo Scott Watsch
Massachusetts
Abraham Lincoln
John Wilkes Booth
Setica
Vincola
Lincoln
Troughin Alltin Company
Francia Wilnow
Mina Tan Keene
Ward
Idwin Booth Trison
Mothers and Their Artful Tribute to Mothers in Literature
A fragmented 19th century style column praises mothers through quotes from poets and authors. It highlights Whistler’s Portrait of the Painter's Mother, James Barrie’s maternal influences on his work, and notes on Margaret Ogilvy and George Eliot's mothers. The piece extols motherhood, education for women, and the emotional ties shaping famous writers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mohammed
Moldore
Choise Mre
Hla Patenns
Crite
Mike
Jaros McNell Whistler
Indy
Hunt
James M. Barrie
Youny
Eld
Robert Rogers
Technology
Pread
Barrie
Red Town
Sir James
Gavin Ogilvy
Margaret Ogilvy
Mery Ann Evens
George Eliot
Ner
Thie Seman
Margaret Sangster
Alize Cary
Ander
Alice Coury
Maternal Efficiency and Child Health Debate
A fragment appears to discuss maternal efficiency as a key factor in child health and growth, arguing that responsible motherhood impacts outcomes across classes. It cites the Medical Research Council of Great Britain and contrasts maternal influence with paternal roles, noting societal conditions and the need for supportive parenting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orler
Chistien Mathers
Medical Research Council of
Great Eritele
Gtrle
Rann
Ren Jenson
Goorhe
Crank Holds Car After Ruinstorm Crash
A chaotic scene in Clavhille County where a crank malfunction caused a car wreck. A passenger was badly injured but survived after wreckers freed the vehicle from a tree. The governor and local officials debated action as townsfolk recalled the dramatic incident and the car was sawed free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ehyer
Clalhville
Bern
Fragmentary Verse Quotation on Love and Fear
Fragmentary lines express a motherly appeal and a distant memory. The text blends surreal imagery with urgent tenderness, urging steadfastness and release from fear as a belated greeting from the heart.
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Dovth Gletzrem, Sauricay Todehtou Mme Company
Ulumself
Wisan
Hin
Great
John S. Clarke
Lee
Die Feonr
Brgracs
Noceroua
Lea
Lewis Pano
Placw
Steeif
Booth
Ainert Cnowng
Wilgon
Beth
Provident
Ty Vannier
Roeth
Harm
Boston
Corbett Wilson
Bostox Corbett
Stoutont
Appland Booth
Wilson Seta
Washington
Thi
Baltiarots
John Milkes Booth
Hoth
John Wilkes*Booths
Elma L. Bates
Blerophis
Tenn
Bates
Jabo St Telen
Solo Wilkes Booth
St. Deleo
David
George
Otlabome
Yates
Eula
Oklahlo
Memphis
George Realy
Tate
Minneapolis
Blanche de Gar Booth
Jantuy Brutus Booth
Ey Care
Mather
Bane Sherber
England
Weller
Cyril
Kielirn
Isabelle Leecher
Wooker
Tring
Aly
Raat
Mother Merber
Bamia
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