Bravely Betrothal foiled by Hidden Truth
In a manor tale, lawyer Banks confirms Harry Strathmore may wed Violet Kensington while Violet confronts him, claiming a romance with Theo's memory still binds his heart. The man denies engagement yet insists he cannot marry Violet due to lingering grief for Theo. The next day brings a turning event.
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Harry Strathmore
Strathmer
Vorne
Gid
Teresa
Strathmore
Morris
Banks
Warry
Violet Kensington
Franky
Mary
Iary Strathmore
Violet
Rexord
Theo
Kho
Harry Strethmere
Yen
France
Sis
Tie
Return of Theo and Frank Hawthorne after the marsh rescue
Theo regains consciousness after a near drowning, learns Frank Hawthorne saved her, and faces tension with gentle gratitude. Hawthorne cloaks his charm in a forward advance, prompting Theo to acknowledge salvation while lamenting lost love with Harry Strathmore.
Duel in Texas Ended With Unclear Shot Outcome
A pistol duel between Alexander Shott and John S Nott in Texas left Nott reportedly shot while Shott survived. The account questions who actually fired the killing shot with rumors of misfires and self injury, concluding ambiguity about who was shot.
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Texas
Alexander Shott
John S. Nott
Nott
Shott
Easiest Way Det Detests Explanations
A fragment shows a detective declaring he detests explanations and prefers actions over discussing sources of a gift. The quote reflects a preference for solitary consumption over sharing details with family.
Paderewski Critic Sees Deception at Kansas City Concert
A Kansas newspaper man denounces Paderewski as deceitful claiming the pianist never plays a tune in Convention Hall. He describes misdirection and exaggerated stage antics, insisting the music never materializes and the performance leaves the audience unsatisfied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Paderewski
Convention Hall
Kansas City
Fle
Tower of Famine in Pisa Impregnated by Tyranny and Conquest
The Tower of Famine in Pisa is recalled as the seat of Count Azoline della Gherardscha head of the Guelphis. Dante mentions him for tyrannical acts to bind Italy. the Ghibellines eventually overwhelmed him along with his sons and grandsons, locking them in the tower and starving them. The keys were thrown into the Arno river.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pisa
Italy
Azoline Della Gherardscha
Dante
Arno
The History of Grip and Its Ancient Names
The article traces grip or influenza back about 300 years with possible roots in Russia. It cites a 1580 Paris diary describing coqueluche, noting symptoms such as headache stomach pain and fatigue and a severe outbreak in June. Treatments listed include abstaining from wine bleeding rhubarb cassia and bed rest with little food or drink.
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Russia
Paris
France
Cassia
Coqueluche
Liome
Monts
Gargling Methods Reach Pharynx Surface More Thoroughly
A Charlotte Medical Journal note explains that to deliver medication to the entire pharynx one should hold the nose and tilt the head back during gargling. Tests with methylene blue show the usual Gargle misses posterior surfaces, while the nose-held method stains the fluid, indicating thorough cleansing and medicament spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte Medical Journal
The Phoenix Hotel of Kentucky’s Historic Splendor
The Phoenix hotel claims status as the oldest Western hotel since 1800. Guests include Aaron Burr in 1806 and Herman Blennerhassett, with visits by Jefferson era leaders, Lafayette, Santa Anna, Bragg, Kirby Smith, Grant, and President Arthur.
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Kentucky
Aaron Burr
Herman Blennerhassett
Jefferson
Lafayette
Santa Anna
Lexington
Bragg
Kirby Smith
Grant
Arthur
The Trotting Circuit Reports on Fine Race Times Across Tracks
The western colt Garry Herman trotted six furlongs in 1 1 4 seconds at Saratoga while several pacers and trotters set or neared notable marks. Pug earned his name after a muzzle foul. Mascot clocked 2 4. Verlaine heads home for next year, and Hal Direct joined Geers at Cleveland but won’t race until 1901.
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Garry Herman
Saratoga
Pug
Mascot
Buffalo
Boydelio
Santa Rosa
Cal
John Nolan
G. Kent
Temper
Erect
Direct
Far West
Everett
Wash
Poughkeepsie
Railbirds
Jerome Whelpley
Siamese
Ed B. Young
Empire Track
New York
Booker
Sir Fitzhugh
Reciprocity on the Car Bills the Microbe Exchange
A woman hides a dime in her purse and exchanges it with a conductor who, after mimicking, places a nickel between his lips. She asks for what and he replies it is microbes as they both pass along.
Numbered English Army Horses and Their Vet History
English Army horses carry unique numbers branded on their hind feet. The near hind foot shows the thousands, while the off hind foot bears the units tens and hundreds. A horse like 8354 has 8 on the left hind foot and 354 on the other. All horse details are recorded on a veterinary history sheet.
Prussian and German Royal Table Linens Made in Bielefeld
Linen tableware for the Prussian royal family and for Baden Saxony Bavaria and Württemberg is produced at a single factory dedicated to this craft in Bielefeld.
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Baden
Saxony
Bavaria
Wurttemberg
Bielefeld
Change for a Quarter Sparks Banter in Local Saloon
In a garrulous exchange Eaton Shabbelong asks for change for a quarter, while Tuf ford Knott scoffs at the request. The moment captures a playful clash as a drink thirst and thrift collide in the passage.
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Eaton Shabbelong
Tufford Knott
Painful signs of kidney disease and a claimed cure
An advertisement describes kidney disease symptoms such as burning urination back pain and deposits in urine and promotes Dr Chase's Kidney Liver Pills as the cure. It cites a testimonial from James Simpson of Northumberland Ontario and gives price and where to buy in Toronto.
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Dr. Chase
James Simpson
Newcomb Mills
Northumberland County
Ont
Edmanson, Bates & Co
Toronto
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IE Brualy
Laura Jean Libbey
Dercas
Frank Hawthorne
Dorcas
Frank
Dorcus
Dorens
Strathmore Halls
Mr. Hawthorne
Joey
A Seamers Deel
Main ST
Winnipeg
Montreal Stock Exchange
Alloway & Champion
Main Street
War Eagle
Clson
Isuig Merechan
Payne
Commercial Cahic
Ifa
Montreal
Lim Kieh
City Pass
Halifax
Montreal Gas
Duluth
Reichmarks
Holland Guilders
Markkaa
Manitoba
Fort William
Ogivies Hengarian
Glenora
Lake of the Woods
Duairy
Deakins
Paderewski the Deceiver
Ea Long
New England
Saugus
Mass
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