Paris In 1869 and the fading empire's last glitter
A vivid portrait of 19th century Paris under Napoleon III and the court’s splendor. Descriptions of royal processions, the Bois de Boulogne and Champs Elysees scenes, Empress Eugenie and aristocratic carriages, with mentions of Princess Metternich and other court ladies. A hint of looming upheaval shadows the tone as Bellona is referenced.
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Paris
Bois de Boulogne
Champs Elysees
Eugenie
Europe
Daumont
Metternich
Mme. de Canisy
Duchesse de Mouchy
Empresa
Bellona
France
Lady Randolph Churchill
Quite A Nice Game Lost Temper Over Old Glove Bet
Miss Fannie Lomer rushed to visit an intimate friend and recounted a party episode. She claimed Gus Simpson spoke sweetly of love then proposed marriage, but after she whispered yes he revealed a counter bet and finally said no, causing her to burst into tears.
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Fannie Lomer
Oies
Fannie
Gus Simpson
Fancie
London
Tennyson Growl About Nineteenth Century Pay
Walter Crane recalls Tennyson at a dinner reading his Chanson de la Fleet. The poet’s deep voice astonishes the guests as he parodies Everard Halli and then complains that the nineteenth century paid him only 1500 dollars for the work.
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Tennyson
Walter Crane
Stopford Brooke
Marriage as a Failure in Society Commentary
A compact discussion contrasts abstract critiques of marriage with lived experience. It notes many couples stay happy and functional, while divorce rates are cited as evidence of failure but questions their significance against a vast population. The piece then presents a light exchange about a thoughtful husband who smokes in the basement, linking thoughtfulness to absentmindedness and a dumb waiter gag.
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United State
Sarah Grand
London Chronicle
Whalebone Banter in a Punch Cartoon Exchange
A humorous exchange features Earnest Female and an earnest professor, who discuss ornithology and request the botanical name for a whale. The cartoon plays on scientific titles and quirky dialogue typical of Punch.
Milk dealer protests fine over watered milk
The milk dealer fined for selling a watered article protested, saying half his customers would have none if he didn’t water the milk. The Ledger notes the protest and comments on unhappiness as mean and ugly, mentioning James.
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Philadelphia Ledger
East Oregonian Opens Daily News Run
The East Oregonian proclaims its round the clock coverage with the slogan All the news all the time. The paper emphasizes comprehensive reporting across local, regional, and statewide events to keep readers informed.
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The
East Oregonian
Emigrants Increase in Boise Spring Boom
Trainmen and depot officials report more emigrants arriving in Boise this spring seeking business sites and lands under irrigation projects. The Boise Capital News notes Idaho climate and soil attract attention to the Gemstate, especially the Boise valley, known as the greatest prune belt. Also mentions Kodol digesting all foods and is sold by Tallman & Co.
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Boise
Boise Capital News
Idaho
Boise Valley
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Real Roman Hippodrome
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Seals & Sea Lions
Grand Street Parade
Tallman & Co
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