Mark Twain on Christian Science and its profits
The article surveys Mark Twain’s critique of Christian Science as published in the North American Review. It argues Twain portrays Mrs. Eddy’s movement as a commercial enterprise, notes the Boston trust’s profits, and foresees political power for Christian Scientists by 1920 and beyond, while praising the inventive outsider aid but criticizing the trust’s finances and lack of charity.
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Mark Twain
Mark
North American Review
Europe
Mother Eddy
Boston Christian Science Trust
Eddy
Mrs. Eddy
Temple
Trust
Metaphysical College
Boston
Christian Science Churches
Christian Science
America
Aiman
Beatae
Rama
Busidems
Carnegie Greeted the King at Skibo Castle
The Philadelphia Press recounts Andrew Carnegie surprised by King Edward VII arriving at Skibo. Carnegie’s plan to have a grand reception failed and a drenched organist was hauled from a pool to play God Save the Queen as the King arrived, prompting laughter from the monarch.
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Sng
Andrew Carnegie
Skibo Castle
Carnegie
Philadelphia
Preas
Skibo
Mr. Carnegie
Chua
Queen
Unknown Alleged Statement Leaves Gaps in Evidence
A fragmentary line suggests that if all men spoke openly, the al ence would be evnresulye, indicating possible silence or concealment affecting conclusions.
Jackson Case of Racine Fells to Ills Aftermath of Wealth
Jackson Case, young mayor of Racine and son of a wealth-driven family, rose amid Midwestern frugality and horse breeding fame. He faced constant pranks and social pressures while managing ten million dollars in property, ending a once-bright career at thirty-seven after a controversial life shaped by ill health and immense wealth.
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Christian Science
Jackson & Case
Jsconsin
Jackson
Racine
United States
Washington
Jackson Case
Middle West
Case
Europe
West
Female suffrage debate noted at Pilgrims anniversary
Miss Daskam presented remarks before the Pilgrims at their Mayflower anniversary, arguing women must be good and charming to influence progress. The audience of suffragists reacted with surprise and some disappointment to her views on political charm and parliamentary ability.
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Servie eDodge
Daskew
Tor Aa Staned
Ian
Pacific
Massachusetts
Angela
Charming
Mias Daskam
Pil
Gounod Button Tale Becomes A Daring Locket Gift
An anecdote recounts Gounod inspiring many high born ladies with affection. A button dropped at a visit was enshrined by a countess in a jewelled locket. The medallion impressed Madame Gounod who then learned the button once belonged to M. Gounod.
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Gounod
Rue de
M. Gunbedi
Count Les
Town Topica Gossips About An Impromptu Wedding Year
A fragment from Town Topica notes a couple debating the year for their upcoming wedding. The dialogue hints at surprise and negotiation over formal plans within a domestic column.
Curious Bits of News From a Damp Era
A mixed clipping notes Carrie Nation buying a 15 room Kansas City house for drunks wives. It mentions a Russian ministerial proposal to nationalize medical provision with doctors as state officials, plus a Capitol earth rotation demonstration by the National Academy of Science.
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Carrie Nation
Kansas
Kansas City
Russian Minter of
Washington
National Academy of Science
Pantheon
Paris
Davidson
Canterbury
All
England
India
Ireland
London
Daily News
Almast
Miss Cerbus
Lebaudy- of
Scientific American
Nantes
Seine
Strained Exchange Over Struck Strangers Faces Postures
A garbled throat speech fragment shows exchanged taunts and refusals about altering appearances. Readers see odd spellings and phonetic dialogue suggesting a heated moment, but the exact context and participants remain unclear.
What May We Eat Says the Family Doctors
A fragment from a health column warns against common foods as unsafe. It claims bread is contaminated, meat carries tuberculosis risks, dairy contains boracic acid, cheese harms digestion, and fish and fruit may be unsafe. It oddly suggests duck and fresh peas as a possible meal amid broader food fear. Equality of the sexes means for the Homan a step down.
Engagement at Niagara Falls in a Lively Courtship Tale
The article recounts George Francis Train’s romantic episode as he pursued a Westbound love, meeting a young woman on a Syracuse train. He befriended her guardian, traveled with her to Oswego, and toured Niagara Falls where adventurous acts and intimate confession led to their troth within forty eight hours.
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George Francis Train
Nin
Alice
Oswego
Jat
Avery
Niagara Falls
Parisian Duel Averted Amid Farcical Exchange
A garbled exchange shows a humorous near duel avoided as two gentlemen clash over misheard phrases. The scene features miscommunications and playful boasts as they acknowledge friendship and decide to celebrate their meeting.
Work and Sleep Through History
The article cites notable figures who thrived on far less than eight hours of sleep. It notes James Legge rising at 3 am with five hours of rest, Brunel and Sir George Heathfield logs of extreme hours, Humboldt seeking less sleep, and Max Muller and Humboldt views on sleep duration.
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James Legge
University of Oxford
Brunel
George A. Elliott
Lord Heathield
Gibraltar
Umboldt
Max Muller
Humboldt
Amateur Theatre Script Excerpt Echoes Onstage
Fragmentary dialogue shows a lively but unclear exchange about a prospectus and performance notes. The lines mention Ajax bustling with energy and a city patron reacting to the material while a character named Judy is invoked.
Mrs Langtry's gowns described in vivid fashion
A professional modiste outlines Langtry gowns with blue and green nets, black sequins, and bowing satin embellishments. She notes jeweled accessories, elaborate capes, short front sleeves with long back drapery, and a delicate blue neglige.
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Ig Langtry
New York
Modern Manuels on Youth Manners and Loudness
A fashionable matron in The New York Tribune criticizes young women for louder voices and rougher manners. She links this shift to "Triumphant Democracy" and warns against abandoning old English standards and restraint in favor of naturalness and spontaneity.
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New York Tribune
World Fair feats echo in old Crystal Palace tale
The Crystal Palace fair of 1851 showcased American locksmith Hobbs who challenged Chubb, displayed an iron safe, and offered a cash prize for opening it. He failed, but Hobbs impressed by proving American locks could rival British craft as Bank of England later adopted lighter enhancements. Meanwhile a police raid at 2922 Franklin Ave nabbed gamblers, revealing a man hid by standing on his head for twenty minutes, escaping capture.
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Locke
Wager
Von
Crystal Palace
Londo
Hobbs
Chubb
England
Europe
Bank of England
Bia
Uble
Hobba
Sayers
Heehan
Washington
Rea
Frank Lingo
Minnie Wagner
Franklin Avenue
Curley
Timken
St. Louis
German Farmer Rejects Insurance Ruse for One Thousand Dollars
A German farmer rebuffs an insurance agent who offers to replace his burned home for six hundred dollars, insisting he will only accept a one thousand dollar payout. He also rejects insuring his wife, warning the agent he would not claim a thousand dollars by her death. The anecdote illustrates distrust of modern insurance practices.
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Pnys
St. Louis
Here's to the girl who loves me in the car romance
A brief Chicago Post excerpt and a St Louis Star quip toast a bride and groom in a car scene. The dialogue hints at flirtation and social commentary on romance and propriety during a tunnel moment.
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St Louis Star
Strange Case of Mrs Smith Coughing Up Spring Coil
The article recounts Mrs H T Smith who years ago swallowed a suspender snap that lodged in her windpipe. Over time it caused TB like symptoms until October when she coughed up a coil from the snap. A later coughing spell released the spring, a three eighths inch coil with prongs.
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H. T. Smith
Dorseus on Railway Fatalities and Job Hazards
A railway official discusses the dangers of brakemen on freight and coal trains. He notes safety advances have reduced peril but fatal accidents still attract many applicants. The piece cites injury patterns, claiming seasoned workers often take more risks, while newer staff face higher risk due to fear and inexperience.
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Dorseus
Coughing bean house plant confuses room occupants
A house plant called the coughing bean or Eutnatus sieno releases gas from dusty leaves when dust settles on its breathing pores. The gas makes the plant seem to cough, leaves tremble, and leaves redden as chlorophyll sinks. Sometimes kept as a house plant to clear dustily swept rooms.
Ancient Carps and Pike Skeletons Echo Long Life Tales
The article notes claims of carp living over 600 years and pikes from 1497 preserved in Mannheim with a Greek-inscribed ring. It recounts a child’s churchyard joke about the organ’s sound, linking curiosity about age, faith, and nature.
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Suelo
Miseie
Mannheim
Germany
Frederick Tee
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