Could Have Been President Olcott and Manning’s Pivot
Lamont recalls a tale about Frederic Olcott, comptroller of New York 1877 to 1879, who left politics for banking. Dan Manning urged Olcott toward governor in 1882, and Olcott rose to lead a major trust. Lamont suggests Olcott might have been president in 1864 if he had stayed in public service.
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Daniel 8S. Lamont
Cleveland
Mr. Lamont
Northern Pacific Railroad
State of
New York
Daniel Maanning
Manning
Democratic State Committee
Democratic Party
Albany
Fred
Mr. Manning
Millard Fillmore
Lucius Robinson
Ira Davenport
Tilda 1
van Buren
Tilden
Lamont
Republican
Grant
Dan’ Manning
Frederic P. Olcott
Comptroller’s Office
Iits
Grover Cleveland
Olcott
Trust Company
E. 3. Edwards
Whistlers Father Helped Map U S Coast Survey
The United States coast and geodetic survey began in 1832 with Hassler. A key base line came from Maj. George Washington Whistler, father of the artist Jimmy Whistler, who guided engineers to a straight ten mile railroad stretch in Massachusetts. The initial measurement proved remarkably accurate within two inches over sixty miles.
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Scientific Organization of the
United States Coast and Geodetic Survey
United States
Ferdinand R. Hassler
New York
Whistler
James D. Layng
East
Middle West
P. H. Dudley
Layng
Coast Survey
George Washington Whistler
United States Army
Army
Jimmy’ Whistler
Long Island
Maj. Whistler
Boston & Albany
Boston & Providence
Mansfield
Mass
E. J. Edwards
Betrayal and Schemes Behind Blaine Hayes Conspiracy
A 1910 oral reminiscence recounts James N. Tyner of Indiana detailing quarrels with James G. Blaine, a failed chairman bid, and Tyner’s role in engineering the 1876 Hayes nomination. Tyner reflects on lasting resentment and eventual reconciliation with Blaine after political double dealing.
The Lucky Man Wedding Quip
A light exchange notes a Widgins Wooster wedding with a guest praising the groom for "making a little money on the side" after congratulating him to the minister. The remark reflects a humorous take on a celebratory occasion.
Revenge Motive Quoted in Hen-Pecked Man Case
A fragmented quotation relates a defendant’s claim that burying her was his only chance to get even with the woman, who allegedly provoked him. The line emphasizes a motive tied to past mistreatment and retaliation.
Doans Kidney Pills Save Woman From Painful Ailment
A woman describes severe swelling and pain, needing sheets for support, then rapid relief and lasting recovery after taking Doan's Kidney Pills. The testimonial notes the remedy's quick effect and three years of permanent improvement, with the product sold at 50 cents a box by Foster Milburn Co.
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Dean
Doan’s
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
IN THE LIMELIGHT
A brief item notes a public figure reflecting on feeling watched by the world and a yearly Christmas habit of wearing neckties gifted by his wife.
Shadow as Ancestor of Science and Timekeeping
A compact reflection on how shadows from a gnomon inspired early astronomy, geometry, and geography. It traces the lineage from ancientEgyptian timekeeping to modern uses, noting burra stalk gnomons in Upper Egypt and the role of shadow in marking hours and measurements.
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Upper
Egypt
Lesson in Diplomacy From John Hay Memoir
Elihu Root praised John Hay at a Providence luncheon before the Brown library dedication. He recalled Hay’s prudent diplomacy and shared a Christmas anecdote about a naughty girl who warned Santa might miss gifts, urging caution with near chimney phrasing.
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Elihu Root
Providence
John Hay
Brown University
Santa Claus
Chief cause of ill health blames constant worry
A noted physician says the primary reason for ill health is incessant thinking and talking about health. He condemns the restless introspection of many nervous young people who constantly worry about sleep, food, and exercise and never give themselves a moment of peace.
Cat Displays Tigerish Temper as Cat Eats Child’s Finger
Mrs John Scott left a six week old baby alone in a Ayr house. On return she found the domestic cat had eaten the infant’s left hand finger and begun the next finger.
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Ayr
John Scott
Dialog Snapshot of a Doomed Wedding Proposal
A fragmented dialogue shows a bride declining the groomed match with the best man. The groom proposes, the bride resists, and a tense misunderstanding unfolds around marriage expectations. Disjointed lines capture tonal shifts and emotional conflict.
Cuticura Emollients Ease Infant Skin Troubles
An advertisement extols Cuticura Soap and Cuticura ointment for itching burning and inflamed infant skin. It claims immediate comfort and better sleep for babies and relief for parents, offering a free 32 page care book from Potter Drug and Chem Corp of Boston.
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Potter Drug & Chem. Corp
Boston
A Son's Compliment to Joseph Pulitzer
A witty tale recalls the famous journalist Joseph Pulitzer and his son Ralph. Pulitzer refused holidays, prompting his wife to remark on his work ethic. Ralph replies that his father did marry his mother once for pleasure, offering a light familial compliment.
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Joseph Pulitzer
Ralph
Remarkable dental case in Parkes New South Wales
A Parkes patient had 17 teeth extracted for trouble. Before artificial teeth could be fitted new teeth began to appear and all 17 have now been replaced in this manner.
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Parkes
Pettit's Eye Salve promoted for congested eyes
An old advertisement extols Pettit's Eye Salve for congested inflamed eyes and film removal. It mentions Howard Bros. druggists of Buffalo New York. The piece also quotes a Harvard line on freedom and warns of blood poisoning from slight wounds. It includes unrelated remarks about Hamlin and a cautious assessment of a man who draws lines between shrewdness and sin.
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Pettit
Howard Bros
Buffalo
N.Y
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Blame
Congress
Indiana
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Zrem
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House
Mr. Blaine
Mr. ‘Blaine
Tyner
Cincinnati
Blaine
Conkling
Benjamin H. Bristow
Kentucky
Treasury
Ohio
Hayes
Washington
EL. J. Howards
Winslow
Ren Teethi
Austins
Mr. All Grocers
Munyon
Italies
Plana Teche
Asi
Munyop
Carter
Carters
Western
UNION
W. Adame
Chicago
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Ens
Canada
U.S
St. Jinks
Harvard
Graceist
Baker
Sellec
Ion Hoe
Defiance
FT. Wayne
R. V. Pierce
Dr. Pierce
Dispensary Medical Association
Br. R. V. Pierce
Prest.y
DR. Fierce
Ption
Putnam
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