Calhoun plots Oregon Texas policy in Washington power play
In Washington the aging Senator Calhoun enlists the aid of Baron Von Ritz and diplomat Nicholas Trist to shape US policy toward Oregon and Texas amid Texas annexation threats. Polk confronts Calhoun over war talk with Mexico and England, sparking a heated exchange that ends with Calhoun drafting a sharp public reply.
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John Calhouns
Tyler
Texas
Oregon
England
Mexico
Baroness von Ritz
Pakenham
Nicholas Trist
Pouareness
Calhoun
Nicholas
Elisabeth Churchill
Montreal
West
Wells Ichelas
Soe
Fellas
Sy Duamedrcs
Aduetihs
Elizabeth
Niehelas
Blivabec
Buretess
4 Cm
Lfe
Lim
Bie
Jim
Tex
Montre
Washington
Mr. Wavei
Strates
Aminouws
Alhorn
von Rittenhofen
Germany
Calhounneath
Mr. Calhoun
Mr. Polk
Alamo
John Calhoun
James M. Polk
Tennessee
The Lady from Mexico Chapter continues
A narrator recounts late night drafting and discussion with a chief about a declaration. They ponder England’s land party to Oregon and a coming policy shift as the grass sprouts on the plains. The speaker declares a personal rift with Miss Elizabeth Churchill and considers action.
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England
Oregon
Rockies
Mr. Calhoun
Mir. Calhoun
Elizabeth Churchill
Sholly
Elisha Restores A Child To Life
A religious lesson outlines Elisha’s miracles from Elijah’s mantle to reviving a dead child. It notes Jordan crossing faith, Jericho healing waters, and a Shunammite mother seeking aid. The tale emphasizes prayer, prophetic power, and the role of the teacher.
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Elisha
God
Jesus Christ
Jordan
Jericho
Bethel
Mount Carmel
Gideon
Elijah
Sons of the Prophets
Gehazi
James
Genazi
Patience and Patrice Debate Societal Playwright's Knowledge
A witty dialogue features Patience dismissing a brother's society play and Patrice questioning the credibility of his understanding of dresses and high society. The scene hints at class and sartorial clashes within a domestic discussion.
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Patrice
Ladies Receive Gentle Laxative Syrup of Figs and Senna
This advertisement promotes Syrup of Figs and Elbar of Senna as a safe, cleansing laxative ideal for ladies and children. It claims quick relief from indigestion and constipation, notes its popularity, warns against imitations, and identifies California Fig Syrup Co as the maker with price 50 cents per bottle sold by leading druggists.
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California Fig Syrup Co
Lord Fairfax Attacks Misogyny in After-Dinner Speech
At a club dinner in Tuxedo Lord Fairfax praised women and denounced misogyny. He ridiculed the cynical male stereotype and cited Cornish fishermen to illustrate his point about women.
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Lord Fairfax
Consumption Spreads in Syria and Stigma of Tuberculosis
The article notes tuberculosis spreading among Arabs and Syrians, with the sick often cast out to die of exposure. A small hospital for consumptives opened in Beyrout under Dr Mary P. Eddy’s direction to provide care amid fear and stigma.
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Syria
Beyrout
Mary P. Eddy
A Woman's Letter and the Veiled Meanings Women Use
A discussion notes that women write better letters than men and that a woman's letter always hides meaning. The author cites M Marcel Prevost and argues women plan phrases for effect, likening letters to hats and parasols that shield true thoughts from the recipient.
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M. Marcel Prevost
Woman argues for culinary conscription to match military service
A German women’s rights advocate calls for equal duties, proposing compulsory domestic service for women to balance men’s military conscription. She argues kitchens and pots and pans build womanhood as drills build manhood, noting other nations may imitate if Germany enacts the idea.
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Lfe
Germany
Europe
Honest Confession A Doctor's Talk on Food
A Texas physician admits bias against advertised foods and praises Grape-Nuts after trying it in Corpus Christi. He reports improved digestion, strength, and no stomach distress, saying it suits him better than any other food. The notice credits Postum Co. and promotes The Road to Wellville.
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Texas
Corpus Christi
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Pkys
Wellville
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