Exhausted husband inspires anxious wife in 1871 letter
A young wife in New York writes to her Boston aunt about married life with Orlando, a lawyer. She praises him yet recounts his dissipations, late nights, and a nerve wracking scare when he overworks himself. She describes his care and an exhausting evening, ending with questions about the judge and marriage.
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Orlando
Ovelando
Ming
Pan
Mr. Smith
Bell
Smith
Suint
Odando
Couts
New York City
James W. Hall
Herald
Robert Haversham
Washington
Albany
Noward’s
Cortland Street
Jersey City
Paulus Hook
New Brunswick
Michigan
Baltimore
Tontine Hotel
Wil- F. Harnden
Boston, and
Hartford
American Express Company
Andean
Pomeroy
Adams Express Company
William Street
Rourt Teenth Street
The Sorrows of a Young Widow
A letter from the Home Journal explores the social sting of widowhood. It notes public scrutiny of dress and status, whispered judgments, and cautious sympathy from poorer women, while well meaning friends urge remarriage and praise the widow’s cap.
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The
Home Journal
A Brautifuli Expression of Youth and Age
An exchange quotes reflections on aging and memory, praising homes and friends as life wanes. It notes a gentle, musical heart that remains untouched by time and mentions divine watchfulness over creation. A Chicago church project is referenced with eleven churches planned.
Warned by Marital Scams Counted in Divorce Case
A Cincinnati Gazette report exposes two men using fake names to lure young women for marriage. One alias connived with a Connersville, Indiana girl, yielding hundreds of love letters and photos. A second case ended with a desertion after a wedding in Chicago, warning girls to avoid such ads as frauds.
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Alwarning
John P. Dabney
J. D. Platt
F. M. Works
Dabney
Works
Connersville
Ind
Chicago
Cincinnati Gazette
A Cure for Drunkenness Debated in Police Court Hall
Report discusses a proposed cure for drunkenness after a Police Court adjournment. A gentleman claimed a remedy using a compound of iron, magnesia, peppermint water, and nutmeg taken twice daily to curb craving and withdrawal symptoms. He cites England as success and traces origin to Captain Hall and John Vine Halls.
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England
Joba
Vine Halls
St. Louig-Disgaitch
Owensville High School closes with praise for Examinations
The Owensville High School closed its session after June exams praised for accuracy and promptness. Prof. Bryant and Mrs. Knute Comrie led two days of critical reviews to conclude a highly regarded term. A brick addition is planned to expand facilities and accommodate a growing student body.
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Bryant
Euccess
Mra
Knute Comrie
P. B. Kumle
Platonian Society
Pladness
Col. Gorman
Allendance
Savage View of the Hereafter by an Apache Chief
An 1860s Times article recounts Little Raven’s Washington visit and his reaction to the frontier commissioner's talk of heaven and hell. The Apache leader laughed at the notion, remarking that white people are the only ones who need such beliefs.
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Little Raven
Washington
Lsittle
Michigan State Graduate A Misa Killgers Sets Indianapolis Legal Practice
A Misa Killgers, a recent law department graduate of Michigan State University, will locate in Indianapolis to practice law after passing her examination with highest honors.
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Misa Killgers
Michigan State University
Indianapolis
Rheumatism Remedy Recipe From Old Veterinary Note
An 1866 testimonial describes using equal parts juniper oil and turpentine spirits applied to affected areas to cure rheumatism. The account claims dramatic improvement after days, with the remedy repeated after relapse and advice to use only high quality oils and spirits.
Western Woman Files Divorce Suit Claiming Husband Foolishness
A Western woman has filed for divorce alleging that her husband is an infernal fool. The petition cites his behavior as grounds for dissolution of marriage and asks for legal separation.
Lynn Ships About 5000 Shoe Cases Ateeley
Lynn Massachusetts ships around 5000 cases of shoes per ateeley.
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Lynn
Massachusetts
Adages on Judgment Courage and Adversity
A stream of reflective maxims critiques judgment restraint and reputation. It contrasts deceit with honesty, mocks infidelity and faith, and warns debt is a trap. It notes adversity revealing hidden gems and people seeking advice to confirm their views.
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Charitus
Great College
Science and Arts
Seldo
Mistaken Notion About Poverty and Craft
The piece argues that poverty is not a misfortune for youth, framing it as a blessing that fosters resilience. It notes practical advice on metalworking, contrasting heating and quenching nails in oil to prevent rust with cautions about using different materials and methods.
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Bim
Dispute Among Illinois Editors Over Neighbor
A rural paper reports heat driven quarrel as editor 'h Lie Roy of Illinois denounces a neighbor as a villain with harsh terms. The inflamed exchange frames a pointed personal attack amid a hot spell and local commentary.
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Lie Roy
Mlinois
Uell
Dying Speech Echoes From Cheyenne Hangman’s Moment
The article notes John Boyer a mixed-race man hanged at Cheyenne after murder. His final words warn that penitence cannot restore vanished hours yet claim his resolve and bravery. A fragmentary quote from a local music teacher and a terse exchange with a skeptical woman close the passage.
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John
Boyer
Cheyenne
Dawn of Says of Woman Comment Sparks Political Debate
A fragmented, garbled line references a woman and a politician, hinting at voting or political pace. The readable fragment suggests public discourse around gender and leadership in a political context.
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A.fekow
Dawn of
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