Mobs of a Century in Pennsylvania and Nation
A historical survey traces mob violence from 1790s impressment clashes and Genet disturbances to 1830s bread riots, Ursuline convent burning, and abolition editor assaults. It notes Philadelphia and New York disorders, notable leaders like Fries and Garrison, and the lasting impact of popular uproars on early American politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York World
England
France
Washington
United States
America
Genet
Untitled Remedy Claim for Biliousness and Malady
Advertisement-style claim promotes Mostetter's Stomach Bitters as a cure for biliousness and liver complaints. It asserts relief from nausea headaches and right-sided pains, plus malarial rheumatic and kidney issues, nervousness and constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mostetter
Why Watering Places Decline And Steamship Costs Rise
Mr George Alfred Townsend at Long Branch cites hotel price pressures after the war. He argues labor and food costs are not the sole drivers, noting cheaper furnishings and the mismatch in guest expenditures. He contends high resort prices prompt more sea travel with cheaper on board costs and simplified provisions aboard steamships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Alfred Townsend
Long Branch
New York
America
Europe
Tam
Outlag Costs Push Hotels Toward Prewar Prices
The article argues hotelkeepers should revert to prewar pricing to retain value. It examines a six person family, noting daily minimums, weekly costs, and the shift from hotels to country homes as children age, using Long Branch as an example of many hotels failing.
Late news in brief among world events and scandals
OCrespo advances on Caracas and ex president Bogran rumored killed. Truce in Morocco pending rebel proposals. Garza revolutionists quiet in Texas. Earl of Aberdeen may become Canada’s Governor General. Southwest Silver Convention set for El Paso December 5. Bristol eyed for transatlantic liners. Epidemic disease in Persia proves fatal. Wealthy Lee MO postmistress accused of theft. Beaver county farmer John Reed missing since August 5. foul play suspected. Grandstand collapse at Lanuemezan injures fifty. Harrison acts as arbitrator in Brazil Argentina dispute. Rosas in Cincinnati exposed as pigamist. Destitution on Northern Mexican border. starvation deaths. Hu Jackson drowns after cramps. Paris coal cellar fire. four firemen unconscious. Tredegar England fire kills four. Body of Mexican hunter Mano found mutilated. Mrs Starn of Elwood IND dies after neglect. Harlan family holds biennial reunion at Richmond IN. Canadian Minister Tupper on Bering Sea arbitration timeline. Consul McCreery to resign post in Valparaiso after investigation. Rochester Weather Services officers named. Economic Entomologist Association officers announced. Franco‑Prussian defensive alliance preliminary terms. Julia Robinson seeks protection in Richmond IN over pension misuse by guardian. Pastor Benjamin Smith accused of abusing guard’s ward. Whytstow’s Soothing Syrup sold for teething.
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Ocrespo
Caracas
Bogran
Honduras
Morocco
United States
Texas
Garza
Earl of Aberdeen
Canada
el Paso
Tex
Bristol
Persia
Lee, Mo
John Reed
Beaver County
Lanuemezan
Pyrenees
Harrison
Brazil
Argentinia
Constant Rosas
Cincinnati
Hu Jackson
East Live
Paris
Tredegar
England
Jesus Mano
Asencion
Mexico
James Starn
Elwood
Ind
Cepee
McCreery
Valiso
Chile
Association of Weather Services
Rochester
N. Y
H. H. C. Dunny
Uni States Weather Bureau
Ont
C, GU
Tyler Townsend
Las Oracles
N. M
Henry German
Lexington
France
Africa
Julia Robinson
Richmonda
Benjamin Smith
Smith
A Gallant Regiment Death Roll of the 1020
A large reunion of the One Hundred and Second Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers was held in Cyclorama Hall Allegheny with about 300 attendees including regimental members families and friends. Major James A McLaughlin chaired arrangements Captain S N Duval led the meeting and resolutions of sympathy were adopted. The ceremony featured presentations of flags and corps badges with remarks on the regiment’s wartime service from its early days as the Thirteenth Regiment through major campaigns and battles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
One Hundred and Second Regiment
Pennsylvania Volunteers
Cyclorama Hall
Allegheny
James A. McLaughlin
Allegheny Bureau of Health
S N. Duval
C. W. Gerwiz
Thomas A. Rowley
Keyes
Burnside
Fredericksburg
Hooker
Chancellorsville
Sixth Corps
Shenandoah Valley
Sheridan
Wilderness
Petersburg
Appomattox
Joseph Kincaid
J. W. Patterson
William Mellwain
Cold Harbor
J. W. Patchell
Terre Haute
Ind
Thomas A. Rawley
James A. Kinesid
J. F. Stewart
Jenny A. Samuel Matthews
John Suthern
William Peterson
James Bishop
B. F. Hunnewell
Millionaire J A Bostwick Dies as Fire Destroys Stables
Mapmaoweee New York Aug 17 A fire at John A Bostwicks summer estate on Oriental Point Long Island Sound gutted his stables and spread to Constable stables. Bostwick died of heart failure amid the turmoil while his coachman and footman were found dead among the debris. Loss tallies reach $50000 with eight carriage horses and many carriages carriages harnesses destroyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mapmaoweee
N. Y
John .A. Bostwick
Standard Oil Company
Oriental Point
Long Island Sound
Bostwick
Constable
New York
Jealous Husband's Blunder In Philadelphia
At midnight Joseph C Bailey shot Mary Carney, mistaking her for his wife, then wounded Paul Ginther who accompanied her, and then took his own life. Bailey, driven by jealousy, survived briefly with slim hopes of recovery. Miss Carney died. Ginther's injuries were serious but not fatal.
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Philadelphia
Joseph C. Bailey
Mary Carney
Paul Ginther
Johann Hoff Malt Extract Promoted as Nutritious Tonic
A historical advertisement touts Johann Hoff Malt Extract as a potent tonic and nutrient for dyspepsia, claiming it strengthens digestion when other stimulants fail. It warns buyers to seek the genuine product with the Johann Hoff signature on the bottle neck and to beware of imitations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johann Hoff
Eisner & Mendelson Co
Barclay St
New York
Water-nymphs and a Hall of Wakering Concluded Tomorrow
A narrator on a river trip encounters a vision of a woman by a sunlit stream. He rents a inn, learns Wakering Hall belongs to Colonel Hethersett, and recalls a past violent incident. The tale shifts to a limekiln watchman and a tense reunion with the colonel who vows to tame the watchman. The river and moonlit night deepen the mystery as the scene ends with a dramatic reveal to be continued tomorrow.
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Wakering Hall
Hellersett
Hethersett
St. Bartholomew's
London
Smithfield
Natu Ma
Sionate
Colonel Hethersett
Akering
Hall
Wakering
Atature
Remar
Famesveree Armas
Lance
Rene
Sybil
Philip Sherwin
Frooaition Stand for Sale at Exposition Building
An early show stand in the Exposition building is offered for sale for less than half its value as the owners relocate to a larger space for their exhibit. Auction details indicate Box 733 as the contact.
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Sam
Exposition Building
Fall Overcoats Cleaned and Repaired at Pfeifer's
Fall overcoats season reminder from Pfeifer's at 100 Federal Street Allegheny. They clean and repair coats with best workmanship. Phone listed as 1963462.
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Pfeifer's
Smithield
Federal Street
Alleheny
Train Robbers Driven Off by Passenger Fire
Aug 17 La Salle Colorado. On the Denver and Cheyenne Union Pacific train two masked robbers entered a car and demanded money. A passenger fired through the crowd, hitting one outlaw. The robbers fled after exchanging shots. the armed passenger is identified as a Wild West show member.
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Denver
Cheyenne
Union Pacific
la Salle
Reading Line praised for superb Royal Blue service
An excerpt from a letter by a railroad authority lauds the Royal Blue Line for speed and smoothness on its Philadelphia to New York run. The writer compares it favorably to the Reading Line, noting excellent meals and service. The Reading management aims to provide top patron experience, as shown by rising business on the line and the entire system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
New York
Rosalian and Our Hest Flours Sell Fast Across Iron City
Iron City Milling Company announces poor flour won’t make good tread and popular Rosalian and Our Hest sour flour brands fly off shelves as consumers demand quality bread making. Strong demand follows reputation for top flour.
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Procera
Iron City Milling Company
Housing Ads Brief in Distinct Local Columns
Short column notices describe securing boarders and roomers via small adlets. The text notes that many ads are sent to you, but advises care in placement and outreach strategies within the district. The language reflects a mid-century advertising style for rental listings.
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Ofuech
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