The Love of Man and Wife in a Fremont Widow
A reflective piece honors Mrs. John Murphy of Fremont who dies at old age, leaving a profound void in her husband’s life. It contrasts her simple, unheralded devotion with famous figures, and likens their sorrow to timeless literary loves. The columnist notes public indifference to ordinary grieving and muses on lasting human bonds.
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Fremont
John Murphy
Mrs. Murphy
Fortune of
Dad” Murphy
Petrarch
Laura
Abelard
Heloise
Dante
Beatrice
Murphy
Exposition highlights mix of humor and militia tales
Adjt-Gen Thomas J Stewart and Gov Hay entertain visiting militia at the New York building banquet. Gen Stewart recalls calling governors to the ropes, shares tall tales, and a Quaker milker tale ends with a warning about a swishing cow and a threatened tail.
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Adjt
Thomas J. Stewart
Pennsylvania
A-Y-P
Land
New York
Gov. Hay
Gen. Stewart
Story of the Motorman Who Has Tackled Forty Acres
Gilson Gardner profiles a motorman settler named Smith and his hopes for a first year crop. The piece notes potatoes beets oats and alfalfa as planned crops, the struggle to achieve independence, and a harsh 1909 storm. It highlights irrigation land settlers advancing toward homes and a hopeful community outlook.
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Gilson Gardner
Smith
Smith Seeks Farm Life on Government Irrigation Land
A former Los Angeles motorman, Smith plans to settle on a 40 acre irrigated parcel in Montana’s Huntley project with $1500 savings. He argues the land offers a path to stability despite harsh winters, future crops, and rising living costs, hoping to provide for his wife and child while building long term wealth.
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Smith
Los Angeles
Huntley
Moontaha
Emilth
Fragmented quotes from late 19th century society chatter
A string of humorous clippings and quotes from various papers delivers a collage of social observations. Jokes about fashion furniture and marriage mix with wry remarks on morality and appearance, concluding with a playful exchange about a baby’s looks and a quip on possession and luck.
Minstrel Midgets Hear Raspy Warship Prunes Joke
Fragmented dialogue features the Minstrel Midgets trading bold lines about hunger and friendship. A musical selection titled Play de Ol Time Tunes offers a cheeky prompt about a dish of stewed prunes repelling borders.
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Rastua
Eph
Walt
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