The Whip and Lady Di Chapter Vil at Beverley
A dramatic scene unfolds at Drenkfaet hall where Beverley men entertain guests. Sartoris and Haslam discuss Brancaster’s arranged marriage and legal forms while the clergy fret over a potential public claim. The group resolves to uphold a noble, if uneasy, illusion as hunting preparations begin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beserley
Drenkfaet
Fabeonturst
Bev Erley
Ftey
Verner Masiam
Captain Sartoris
Brancaster
Sartoris
Haaaim
Clertyman
Branenster
Haslam
Hartoris
Brmonster
Sartoria
Bovarley
Marquid
Falconhurat
Beverley
Kondonion
Explorer recalls Surinam jungle dance with chief's daughter
In Harper's Magazine Charles W. Furlong recounts attending a native dance in Surinam South Africa and dancing with the chief's daughter. The scene features drummers, a Djeeka presenting a girl, and a tense moment as she displays coy movements and invites him to dance. He joins in buck and wing steps amid approving laughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper's Magazine
Charles W. Furlong
Surinam
South Africa
Smit
Proves Man of Standing at the Regular Table
A waiter repeatedly prods a regular customer to pay cash while the patron defends cash payment as a mark of virtue. The waiter suggests true standing comes from signing for meals, implying credit requires social status. The scene riffs on pride in paying cash versus running a bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michaels-Stern
Dave
Inoue
Adam
Tom
Harry
Tra Allen Brother of Ethan Allen Died in Philadelphia
Tra Allen, younger brother of Ethan Allen and Vermont founder, died in Philadelphia about 100 years ago. Born in Connecticut in 1751, he joined his brothers in Vermont at twenty and became a lane proprietor within a year. He served as lieutenant in Nelson Warner's regiment in the Canada campaign and was a confidant of General Montgomery. He was Vermonts first treasurer and served on the board of war during the Revolution, playing a key role in the Haldiman negotiations which delayed but preserved Vermont for the United States. Late in life he faced financial reverses and creditor pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethan Allen
Tra Allen
Vermont
Philadelphia
Connecticut
Leutenant
Cornel Warner
Canada
General Montgomery
Board of War
United States
Allen
Capitals of the United States and their shifting seats
The U S capital moved among Philadelphia Baltimore Lancaster York Princeton Annapolis Trenton New York and finally Washington. Dates span 1774 to 1800 with multiple transfers through the Revolutionary and early national periods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Lancaster
York
Princeton
N. J
Annapolis
Trenton
New York
Washington
Alpine Guide and Training in Alpine Adventures
In a recent lecture Julian Grande of F A G S noted that five percent of Alpine accidents happen without a guide. He praised Alpine guides as experienced professionals who undergo three years of apprenticeship and pass a topography exam. Guides are skilled in sewing and cooking, with a daily charge of six dollars, all expenses included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julian Grande
Algo
Blood and Winter Cleansers Aim to Restore Purity
Fragmentary medical note discusses cleansing the blood during winter months to reduce impurity buildup. Cites symptoms of fever and fatigue and emphasizes cleansing as a remedy.
New Discovery Ad Promises Cures and Savings
Advertisements claim guaranteed relief with King's New Discovery for coughs and lingering hacks. Testimonials cite C D King’s New Discovery easing symptoms and promoting home use, with pricing in half dollar and one dollar ranges through H H Bucklen & Co.
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King’s
Mia
David
Moor
Saginaw
Ala
King
Dri King
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Bertrand Babcoce
Cvery
Cent
Raseigh
Alberite
Arthur
Lavin
Ibs
Eberalders
Hee
Syein
Nora
Snower
Sverything
Hubert
Ing
Bartoris
Gil Wisperlius
Nile
Bert
Ito
Vera OL Waa
Bond
Wala
Frank Hoyne
Surinam Jungle
Waiter
Rolfe, Iowa
Sarah Olesen
J. Q. Burington
Jas, Bruce
H. H. Bucklen & Co
St. Louis
Iworth
J. FY ‘Marcum
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