Love and Deception in Strathmore Manor
Violet Kensington seizes control as a forged betrothal to Harry Strathmore collapses when Theo Chester confronts the lovers. Theo reveals her own love and the heartbreak of misread motives as Violet plots revenge and a fatal power struggle within Strathmore Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Violet Krensinght
Theo
Violet
Harry Strathmore
Herethal
Rete
Harry
Violet Kenington
Violet Kensington
The Height of Generosity
A fragment from the New York Journal features a playful utterance about sharing affection and belonging, voiced as a humorous exchange between a child and a storyteller. The excerpt captures a lighthearted, folksy tone amid mid century newspaper language.
Winnipeg markets price listings for grains meats and produce
Manitoba wheat prices hover around 78 cents per bushel for Fort William No 1 hard and oats chop at 28.50 per ton. Flour costs include Ogivie's patent at 2.20 per sack and Lake of the Woods Five Roses at 2.20. Butter ranges 1.84 to 1.90 per pound, eggs 1.24 per dozen, and various vegetables, meats, hides, wool and roots quoted with regional values and delivery notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Fort William
Ogivie
Glenora
Lake of the Woods Five Roses
Deakins
Misunderstanding Over Astronomy and Economy
A husband and wife dispute book purchases after the wife buys many astronomy books. He reveals his earlier intent was to study economy, not astronomy, in a humorous mix up reported as a Pearsons Weekly item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearson's Weekly
Curious Old Lady Questions Convict About Crime
The exchange features a Curious Old Lady asking a convict how he came to his situation and the convict recounts being driven to crime. He confirms he was brought in by the Black Maria, illustrating a jail transport scene.
A Trethful Man Miss Plainface Questioned Money
In a peculiar dialogue Miss Plainface asks if wealth is essential for happiness, while Mr. Seekrox responds with a startled, evasive tone and insists that happiness is not exactly the right word for the moment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Plainface
Mr. Seekrox
Oldest German Coal Mines Quit: Wem Era Discoveries
The earliest German coal mines began around 1155 near Wem. Enstent 414 did not start coal mining until the 14th century, indicating later development before broader exploitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wem
Benton Park Burgoo Sparks Missouri Campaign Lore
The piece links Benton Park in Kansas City to Missouri politics and Colonel John T. Crisp, noting the famous Benton park burgoo as a campaign ritual. It details a burgoo recipe and ritual timing, with taste descriptions and crowd behavior, then shifts to Tennessee’s record of actions in Congress including war claims, post offices, and outreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
John T. Crisp
New York Herald
Kansas City
Tom Benton
Mizzourah
Benton Park
Colonel Crisp
Gulf of Mexico
Jersey
He Has New Moon Spells
Humane Inspector Wilson investigates Edward Kennedy bound at his father's home 1515 Asbury Street. Kennedy, described as an idiot by birth, becomes violent only during a new moon, demanding bondage to prevent harm. The father fears a deadly change and notes increasing violence over years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Humane
Wilson
Edward Kennedy
Asbury Street
North Carolina
Edward
Indianapolis Press
One Congressman's Work
In a printed appeal to his constituents Congressman Henry R. Gibson of Tennessee outlines his legislative efforts. He discusses defending national interests, securing funds for local projects, and promoting reforms in governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry R. Gibson
Most Expensive City
The annual expenses of New York exceed those of any municipality. The city’s financial transactions for the year include receipts and expenditures surpassing 200 million dollars. The 1890 budget led London by 20 million, surpassed Paris by 18 million, and trailed the combined Boston Chicago and Philadelphia expenditures by one million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
London
Paris
Boston
Chicago
Philadelphia
Popular Science Monthly
Man Refuses Engagement Over False Hair Claim
An Iowa man proposed to a young woman who accepted but withdrew after learning her hair was false. She sued for breach of promise and admitted wearing a wig on the stand, but was questioned about the deception as the trial proceeded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Turks in German Army Learn Modern Warfare Methods
Turkish officers join the German army for three year terms to study modern warfare. They are drafted as lieutenants into different corps, subject to German discipline, and receive no pay.
I Am the Man Who Hollered After the Convention
A narrator recalls marching in a public display after the convention and serving as a vocal, unnamed figure. He describes fatigue, obedience to leaders, and the burden of expenses while insisting he did not seek fame or speechmaking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aridin
Secdoin
Weir
Pink pearls hailed as Bahama industry icon
Bahama islands rely on pink pearl gathering from conch shells, not oysters. These pearls, when perfect, command high prices from $50 to $5,000. The text notes these pearls are unique to the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bahama Islands
A Feminine Butter
A playful classroom moment in Philadelphia where a teacher asks about a buttress and Willie quips that it is a nannygoat, prompting the room to react with laughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Willie
Philadelphia
Not Right Up to Date Cartoon Quote
A Philadelphia Bulletin dig at outdated knowledge features banter about a Chicago woman. The exchange turns on recalling a last name, with a jab about guessing the penultimate one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Philadelphia Bulletin
Triumphs of Dr. Chase Remedies Impress World
A Canadian promotional notice touts Dr. Chase’s Ointment Nerve Food and Kidney Liver Pills. Testimonials claim relief from piles chronic constipation and kidney weakness after using these remedies. The ad warns imitators cannot reproduce Dr. Chase’s portrait and signature and lists Edmanson Bates & Co Toronto as dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Chase
W. T. Wigle
Mike
Kingsville
Ont
Golding
Toronto
Enrien
Geo. Benner
Wiarton, Ont
Edmanson, Bates & Cu
Also Mentioned on This Page
Beirothal
Leura Joan Livbey
Harry Strathmere
Iove
Theo Chester
Mr. Strathmore
Strathmere
Violet Kersington
Strathmore Hall
Guardy
New York Journal
Main &St
Winnipeg
Ane
Montreal Stock Exchange
Alloway & Champion
Main Street
Montreal
Owen Toronto R’y
Duluth
Pac
R’y
Reichs Marks
Rou
PSOE
Benton Park Burgoo
Tennessee
Pension Bureau
Falee
Stephen Dempsey
Albury
P.E. County
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!